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Letters to the Editor... The letters in this section and opinion articles 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!
Making a Difference
One of the privileges of living in a small town like Rehoboth is the opportunity to participate in our town meetings. Town meetings are the purest form of democracy in our nation because EVERY vote counts and everyone can create change. Collectively, each voter can affect all the major decisions made in the town. We can determine who will be on the BOS, how the schools are funded, how expenses are prioritized, and determine the future direction of the town. Unfortunately, the vast majority of Rehoboth voters have abdicated their civic responsibility and have chosen to simply not vote! We have over ten thousand registered voters, and many town meetings have no more that 175-250 people in attendance. That’s only approximately 2-2.5 percent of the voters! ! Even the Presidential election has no more than 15% of the voters participate. Does that affect Rehoboth? Tremendously! To affect any given vote, all that’s needed is to have a few dozen people come to the meeting and swing the vote. 95% of the town may want the opposite outcome, but it doesn’t matter if nobody shows up. Whether it be a town official, a developer, a power company, a union, or any other special interest group, all that’s needed is to get some supporters to show up to vote, and they will get the outcome they want! Those who are upset about the decisions on the budget, about school issues, about development, about water, about the environment, etc. will then bitch and moan, complaining about what happened and just who was responsible. But let’s just look in the mirror! “What happened” was simply real democracy in action, and those who advocated for their own causes, and won (by default) are not to blame. The voters that did not show up are the real culprits. Thanks! Dave LeComte
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Business Directory......................84 Church News..............................51 Classifieds...............................83 Club Announcements.................39 Events....................................37 Food & Dining..............................73 HOLIDAY GUIDE.......................77 Home Improvement...................65 Letters....................................5 Library...................................... Blanding.......................55 Seekonk.......................56 Obituaries................................62 People.....................................30 Rehoboth COA..........................42 Rehoboth Ramblings.................15 Rehoboth Town News................8 School News..............................67 Scouts...................................70 Seekonk Human Services..........47 Seekonk Town News..................19 Sour Grapes.................................5 Sports..................................66 State House...............................50
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Let’s Talk About Discrimination
Parents with anti-gay or anti-trans views will often claim they or their children are being discriminated against, and I want to address what discrimination is and what it isn’t. When my middle school gym teacher responded to male classmates not paying attention by directing them to stand in the center of the gymnasium and hold hands because, “If you like touching each other so much, why don’t you do it in front of everyone?” that’s discrimination. Or when my middle school history teacher used “gay” as a synonym for stupid because he thought some students would find it funny, that’s discrimination. Discrimination at its core means treating people differently because of who they are or what they believe. Discrimination can also occur when the same opportunities aren’t presented to certain individuals because of their identity or beliefs. The examples I provided are discriminatory because the hostility these instructors expressed toward queer people meant gay or trans students would be rightfully concerned about being assessed differently or receiving a lower score. So let’s talk about some scenarios where discrimination is not taking place. If, for instance, a teacher puts up a sign outside their classroom with a rainbow heart, that’s not discrimination. Every student passing through the hallway sees the exact same sign. No one is being treated differently, and no one is being denied any opportunities. Similarly, if a librarian puts a book on display that features a queer character or addresses queer topics, that’s not discrimination. Every student passing through the library sees the exact same book. No one is being treated differently, and no one is being denied any opportunities. Just because something makes you as a parent uncomfortable doesn’t mean it’s discriminatory in nature. Schools should be opening children’s minds to the world beyond their own family, not building protective bubbles around children to keep new ideas and people you consider undesirable out. Discrimination in the classroom is a very real thing, and has been swept under the rug for far too long. My mom had a law professor at NYU in the early 1970s who refused to greet any of the female students in his class because he believed they never should have been admitted. If teachers here in Seekonk made disparaging remarks in the classroom about Christians or Republicans, that would be discriminatory. Students would be rightfully concerned about being assessed differently or receiving a lower score because of their religious or political beliefs. But that’s simply not happening. Our teachers understand that being an educator means educating everyone, even those who have different views or beliefs. Making false and baseless claims of discrimination against Seekonk teachers is inappropriate and harmful, and will only serve to drive our best and most committed educators out of the district. When a parent bears false witness against our children’s teachers, the rest of us need to stand up and speak out. Michael Novinson Treasurer, Love Lives in Seekonk
Luv Lives in Seekonk
My name is Kanessa Lynn and I’m the President of the authentic Luv Lives in Seekonk nonprofit organization. I wanted to share a little bit about myself and give you an overview of my nonprofit. Both of my kids attend Aitken Elementary and I am also very pleased with the education they receive from all the wonderful teachers and staff at Aitken. In March of this year, when the wording on the elementary school dance flyer caused it to be cancelled, I also decided to start selling merchandise to raise money for myself. I’ve sold over 300 lawn signs, 176 stickers, and 136 magnets. Due to the success of my campaign and great support from the community, I decided that Luv Lives in Seekonk should be here to stay. I officially became a Massachusetts nonprofit in July. Luv Lives in Seekonk hosted its very first in-person event painting kindness rocks September 16th, with nearly 51 people of all ages getting together to spread some love and kindness (along with glitter and paint). We had some fantastic artists come out, and I just loved all the ways everyone expressed themselves with their kindness rocks. We filled the library and the surrounding areas with all of our amazing creations. This is the first of many events to be put on by Luv Lives in Seekonk, and I hope to see more townspeople at future gatherings. If you’re interested in getting involved, please follow my Seekonk Konnect page on Facebook. Kanessa Lynn President, Luv Lives in Seekonk
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The Chris Titcomb Memorial Road Race
Sunday October 1st, Greenlock hosted the Chris Titcomb Memorial Road Race. The group had almost 300 runners in attendance to honor Chris and raise money for a cause near and dear to his heart. The race day began with a welcoming speech, national anthem and dedication of a bridge on Greenlock’s property in Chris’ honor. The bridge was described as sturdy enough for “horses and humans!” And will be a wonderful addition to the trails and therapy that occurs on the property. After a wonderful race on a perfect fall day the crowd gathered for pony rides, food trucks, kids crafts, silent auctions and more! The event was very successful! The money is used to help Greenlock uphold their mission - improving the quality of life and health for thousands of children and adults with special needs in Southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island area by providing professionally supervised, equine -assisted activities and therapies. It was a day full of love and support. We overheard many times ,”Chris would have loved this” and to us, that means we were successful! We are still accepting donations and would love to us support to honor Chris and help Greenlock continue to do amazing work for our community. Please visit https://www.greenlock.org/ for information!
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Rehoboth Town News From the Cerk Hello All ~ I hope the November issue of the Reporter finds you all healthy and safe. As we enter the month of November, this is a friendly reminder that quarterly Real Estate & Property Taxes were due Wednesday, November 1st.
11-07-2023 Special Town Meeting
As you know, on Monday, September 11th, the Board of Selectmen voted to hold a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, beginning at 7:00 PM at the Francis Farm – Museum Building. Voter check-in will begin at 6:00 PM. The last day to register to vote to participate in the upcoming Special Town Meeting (STM) was Saturday, October 28th at 5:00 PM. Warrants were delivered to every household on Thursday, October 19th. There are only eight questions on the warrant: 1-Authorization to use Capital Stabilization, or other source, for Senior Center Capital Improvements; 2-Appropriating PEG Access and Cable Funds for supporting cable access services for the Town; 3-Authorizing Prior Year Bills to be paid (this article will be amended up from $16,903.98 as printed in the warrant to $17,503.21 – an increase of $599.23 to include an invoice for HHS-Nurse-Medical Supplies); 4-Amending the Board of Health Transfer Station-Offset Receipts account from the 5-9-23-ATM; 5-Accepting Donation of the “Corn Crib”; 6-Amending General Bylaws-Article IV-Town Officials-Appointed-Section 3A-Conservation Commission; 7-Amend Language on Agreement Between Town of Rehoboth and South Fire Association-(Martin Street) and finally Article 8 – Transact any other business that may come before Town Meeting. Speaking of which, the first “test” question we will be using at Town Meeting will be to rename the Francis Farm Museum Building. Two names have been selected and will be revealed at the 7:00 PM, November 7, 2023 Special Town Meeting – looking forward to seeing you there!! Laura Schwall
2023 Dog License Reminders
Unfortunately, after five mailed reminders, numerous monthly reminders in the Rehoboth Reporter, and reminder phone calls from our office and the Animal Control Officer, Rob Johnson, we were required to mail non-criminal citations to those residents who have not paid their 2023 dog license fees, due April 1st. $25-Citations were mailed on October 2nd. If you received a citation, please make sure your dogs have a valid rabies certificate and send, or bring, your licensing fees to town hall as soon as possible. We thank the 2,091 Dog Owners who have renewed their dog’s 2023 licenses. Up 173 dogs from 2022 ~ thank you all! Out of 2,234 dogs in Rehoboth, we currently have 143 license renewals outstanding. That is a huge decrease from last year’s 402 unlicensed dogs, at this time. Please register your dog(s) either online, by mail, or in person to avoid any further late fees. Please Note: The State authorizes all Animal Control Officers to fine delinquent dog owners $50/day until they renew their dog’s yearly licenses; please do not let that happen to you, pay today. If you are over 70 years old, registration fees are waived; however, you still must keep your dog’s rabies vaccinations current and register your dog every year. Please renew your dog’s license now. You may pay by mail, at Town Clerk’s Office, or online @ https://permiteyes.us/rehoboth/ publichome.php . We also have the drop box outside of the Town Hall (340 Anawan Street-Route 118) for after-hours drop-offs.
If you no longer have your dog, please call 508-252-6502 Ext. 3109 or Ext. 3112 or you may email to update our records. Yearly dog licensing ensures all dogs in Rehoboth have updated rabies vaccinations. This process is in place to protect us all. ~ Thank you!
Absentee and Vote by Mail Ballot Applications – 2023 and 2024
The Clerk’s Office would like to remind voters that there are no elections scheduled, with the exception of the upcoming November 7th Special Town Meeting, for the remainder of 2023. We have been receiving Absentee and Vote by Mail applications, which are only good for the current year. Unfortunately, if you are one of those voters, you will need to complete another application in 2024 in order to receive your requested election ballot in the mail. Next year will be a busy year for elections [March 5, 2024-Presidential Primary; April 2, 2024-Annual Town Election; State-Primary will be a Tuesday in late August / early to mid-September (the State has not determined the date for this election at this time); 11-5-2024-State/Presidential Election]. Therefore, as a convenience to all voters, in your 2024 Census Mailer you will receive the first week of January, 2024, I will be including a double-sided Vote-By-Mail application for the 2024 Elections; should you wish to complete. (Please Note: Absentee voting is not permitted for Special or Annual Town Meetings, as per State law). You may also download an application from State Elections in 2024 by going to: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/ elections/elections-and-voting.htm . Thank you for voting – your voice matters!! Remember my favorite voting quote: “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
Town Offices Closed
Just a reminder, Town Offices will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023 to observe Veteran’s Day and Thursday, November 23rd for Thanksgiving Day. In addition to Thanksgiving Day, Town Offices will close at noon on Wednesday, November 22nd and remain closed on Friday, November 24th, the day after Thanksgiving.
Please Thank A Veteran
Please take a moment on Veteran’s Day (Saturday, November 11) to think about and thank the Veterans in your life, along with all the other Veterans for their dedication, service, and sacrifice for our Country. I thank you all! Finally . . . Kerrie, Jenn and I would like to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. Have a healthy and safe November. I look forward to chatting with you again in December. Sincerely, Laura
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The Rehoboth Parks Commission Would Like To Invite You To Our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony At The Gazebo On December 3rd Starting At 3:30 P.M. Rain, Snow or Shine. For Sale - we will be having a food truck that will serve hot chocolate, coffee and hot dogs. Also Mr. & Mrs. Santa will be arriving to greet everyone. Santa will be handing out goodies. There will be a tractor hayride that will go around the perimeter of the field hosted by Mr. William Higbie. The trees will light up once darkness occurs since they have solar lights. The Park Commission wants to say a BIG thank you to all who contributed toward this event by donating money toward the trees and those who decorated their tree. Also DR. FRANK CASARELLA & DR. LURI LEE thank you to Rob Johnson who donated some of the trees, the Rehoboth Anawan Lions for decorating the tree in the center of the gazabo, Jean Grota for supplying the music. We, The Park Commission, take pride in sponsoring this event along with the concerts held in the summer to the Rehoboth Residences, Families and Friends. Come join us on this day and celebrate the beginning of the holiday season.
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Rehoboth Town Events Committee presents the 4th annual Light Up Rehoboth contest. This is a great way to share your decorated yard with the community to drive by and enjoy. Prizes will be awarded to top winners in 3 different categories. All entries must be received by December 12th. Judging will take place December 15-19th. Participants will be notified the day before the committee will come out to judge. To enter or see full guidelines, scan QR code on the flyer or email rehobothtownevents@ gmail.com. Guidelines can also be found on www.rehobothma.gov/town-events-committee. Looking forward to seeing everyone’s displays!
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Rehoboth Food Pantry Holiday Drive
The Rehoboth Food Pantry has been part of the Rehoboth Community for decades. The Pantry provides confidential food and fuel assistance to any Rehoboth resident that finds themselves in need of assistance. Unfortunately, the fight against hunger continues and our pantry plays a key role in helping ensure food security for many. The Rehoboth Food Pantry will be reaching out shortly with a food/fundraiser campaign. The pantry is not much different than a household. Our costs have risen, food donations drives have been challenging, food supply chains have had issues, and demand has been strong. Monetary donations allow the pantry to provide items which we do not get donated, go shopping at the Greater Boston Food Bank where a dollar buys more food at greatly reduced prices and operate the pantry. The campaign also will provide a list of food drop off locations across Rehoboth. Your support would be greatly appreciated, especially as we approach the Holiday Season. Finally, everything the Pantry provides stays right here in Rehoboth. The town has a long history supporting its neighbors in need. Please consider donating. Thank you for your continued support, the Rehoboth Food Pantry is a registered 501c3 charity, our address is Rehoboth Food Pantry, 55 Winthrop St Unit 2, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Sincerely Bob Brawley President Rehoboth Food Pantry Rehobothfoodpantryma.org
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Rehoboth Cultural Council Elects New Officers
At their meeting on October 14th, the Rehoboth Cultural Council elected June Cruz as their new Chairperson heading into the 2024 Grant Season. Cruz is a relatively new member, serving since the spring of 2023. Her experience in the business of grants will be instrumental in the running of the Council, seeing as their key mission is to provide reimbursement grants throughout Rehoboth’s Cultural Sector. June takes over the seat from Chris Hoskins, who has been the Chair since 2020. Hoskins will remain on as Secretary, and veteran member Nancy Scott-Puopolo was elected to her second term as Treasurer. The council’s fourth member, Mackenzie Morgenweck, will continue to assist the officers run the business of the Council with her years of expertise. With only four members remaining after the resignation of member Brooke Reeves, the Council will need additional members in order to provide grants in 2024. If you are interested in joining the Council and helping fund meaningful and artistic projects in our town, please submit a Talent Bank form to the Town Hall, which can be found here: https://www.rehobothma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4911/f/ uploads/talent_bank_form-revised.pdf
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Rehoboth Ramblings by Leslie Patterson
Special Places by the Sea & in the News Don’t you sometimes wish that places called “hidden gems” by travel writers would stay hidden, or at least not overly publicized? You don’t want it to be like that old line “no one goes there anymore; it’s too crowded.” I felt this way when I recently read a travel article in The New York Times titled “Country Roads, Coastal Views and Autumn’s Bounty in Rhode Island”. Mentioning Warren, Bristol, Tiverton, and Little Compton, the article goes on: “the farm stands, art galleries and land conservation efforts of the East Bay region show why Fall is the golden season in the Ocean State.” Included are lovely photos of Goosewing Beach in Little Compton glowing in the sunset and of shells on the beach at Fogland in Tiverton. My first (somewhat uncharitable) thought was “No! Don’t encourage more New Yorkers to come up here.” We could hardly find a parking spot at Tiverton Four Corners this summer due to all the cars with New York plates. Yes, I know Massachusetts plates are out of state in Rhode Island too, but this little part of the littlest state was once part of Massachusetts, and we’re right next door. The author of this Times article, Christine Chitnis, focuses on such things as land trusts and local farms and restaurants, including Groundswell in Tiverton Four Corners, the new complex of upscale café, home goods store and gardening shop. The café is where Provender used to be (in Rhode Island speak). While I’m glad that Groundswell is doing a booming business, I still miss getting sandwiches and cookies at Provender before going to South Shore/ Goosewing. Also, you can tell that the author is an out-of-towner because she neglected to mention Gray’s Ice Cream, a cherished local institution. While Rehoboth is in a picturesque woodsy location, it does lack any access to the shore, which requires a bit of a drive (by Rhode Island standards anyway). The coastal drive through Tiverton is so scenic, showcasing the beauty of the South Coast. I’m thinking especially of Seapowet Avenue on the way to Fogland Beach. This lovely road is in a residential area (unlike Rt. 88 on the way to Horseneck in Westport) and signs urge drivers to go slow. Good advice. Unlike Horseneck, Fogland isn’t an ocean-facing beach since it is situated on the wide Sakonnet River before it flows into the sea. You won’t find pounding surf, but the gentle waves are great for little kids and it’s a good place to go for a walk. Wind-surfers seem to love the place and they are fun to watch too. Speaking of Horseneck, on a drive there in October, we found that they were repaving both the main parking lot and the one to the west, by the campground. The signs said to use Parking Lot 1, which I wasn’t even aware of. Turns out that there is a paved trail from that lot going about a mile east to the other campground. We hadn’t been on this path before and it was fun to think that we had found a new (to us) feature in a landscape we had been visiting for over four decades. Bristol gets a nod in the Times article, with a mention of Blithewold, the historic mansion on the bay with such beautiful grounds. I like Blithewold too, but don’t forget the free places along the bay in Bristol, such as Colt State Park, which is always a favorite, and the trail at the Audubon Society Nature Center, right at the Warren town line. The boardwalk goes down to a platform with a great view of the bay. In the summer you can usually see osprey high up in their nests, raising their chicks and swooping down to
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New Assessments for Dighton and Rehoboth By Joe Siegel
The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee approved new operating assessments for the two towns at Tuesday’s meeting. Last month, School committee chairman Aaron Morse dismissed a discrepancy in the FY’24 school budget as a “clerical error.” Sue Pimental, Chief Compliance Officer for the Town of Rehoboth, said miscommunication between herself and outgoing District Business Administrator Robert Baxter resulted in a shortfall of $10, 494. Rehoboth’s assessment is now $20, 526, 871 and Dighton’s assessment is $11, 412, 971. “I apologize for the inconvenience and for the confusion,” Superintendent Bill Runey said. “This took place on my watch and we have to be better from the standpoint of being more diligent. This is
a result of not one, but two, clerical errors. It’s not a good reflection on the administrative team I take responsibility for.” “There was a warrant article that had the original assessment number and when that motion was on the floor it was amended, it was changed by roughly $10,000. So that was approved,” Runey said at the September 26 meeting, noting Baxter “inadvertently” looked at the warrant, he did not look at the meeting minutes so he put the number that was preliminarily a part of the motion.” The total education budget which was approved at the May town meeting was $21,233,677. That figure represented an increase of 4.4 percent over last year.
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DESE notes: The standards are presented by grade span: Pre–K-2, grades 3–5, grades 6–8, and grades 9–12. The standards are considered learning goals that are intended to be achieved by the end of each grade span, respectively. Within each grade span, the standards are grouped by practice. This reflects the importance of the practices for students across the disciplines of health education, physical education, and in developing social emotional competencies. DESE’s CHPE report can be accessed at: https://www.doe. mass.edu/sfs/healthframework/
Rehoboth Must Pay $9 Million for Bristol/Plymouth By Joe Siegel
Rehoboth’s share of the new Bristol/Plymouth Regional Technical High School is $9 million. The new school is set to open in 2026. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 14. “Today we celebrate the beginning of a new area for vocational education in our community,” Superintendent-Director Alexandre Magalhaes said. “At Bristol-Plymouth, we have a long tradition of excellence that will continue at this new facility. It will create more opportunities for our students to learn and grow in a modern learning environment.” The building project was approved in March 2022. Although the project was rejected in Rehoboth, there were enough votes for passage in the member communities which included Berkley, Bridgewater, Dighton, Middleborough, Raynham, and Taunton. Rehoboth was approved to join the regional school district in 2012. Dighton will be paying $14.4 million. Middleborough will be paying $26.9 million. Taunton will be paying the most: $73.8 million. “That is all based on the number of students that attend the school,” Selectman George Solas said Monday. Last April, voters rejected a debt exclusion, which is a temporary tax increase, to pay for the town’s share of the $305 million project.808 residents, representing 8 percent of the town’s 10,282 voters, cast ballots in the annual town election. 369 were in favor of the debt exclusion, with 408 in opposition. Selectman Michael Deignan explained the town would have to pay between $550,000 and $600,000 annually, which would likely be taken from the operating budget. “This should be a debt exclusion,” Solas added. The Massachusetts School Building Authority provided authorization for a Project Funding Agreement for the Bristol-Plymouth project in September 2021. The agreement includes reimbursement of 62.25 percent of eligible project costs up to a maximum reimbursement amount of $125, 569, 759 toward construction of a modern Bristol-Plymouth school facility.
Rehoboth Town Administrator Contract Renewed By Joe Siegel
The Board of Selectmen have renewed Town Administrator Deborah Arruda’s contract for three years. The new contract expires on June 30, 2026. Arruda served as interim Town Administrator from March 2020 until November 2022 when the selectmen entered negotiations with Arruda to serve as Town Administrator. Arruda noted when she began working for the town in 2018, her position was not assistant town administrator, but rather, “an assistant to the town administrator. That position was later eliminated, Arruda said.
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Board of Selectmen Chairman Skip Vadnais said the relationship between the town of Rehoboth and the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District is going smoothly. “We have a better understanding of each other’s position,” Vadnais told Superintendent Bill Runey at Monday’s meeting. “And the concerns and the challenges we both face in order to meet the needs of both the town and our educational obligations. I think we’ve made great strides in that. We have a better financial understanding. Runey acknowledged the clerical mistakes which had resulted in new operating assessments being approved for Dighton and Rehoboth at the October 10 school committee meeting. “It’s not to the standard that I expect from our staff,” Runey noted. “I wanted to come before you and apologize.” The district’s business administrator, Robert Baxter, retired last month. The district has partnered with TMS Solutions to provide interim business administrator services.
Promoting D-R to Prospective Students By Joe Siegel
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The Seekonk Scene From the Clerk Happy November. Let’s hope we see more sunshine than we did in September and October. It’s never an easy transition to colder days and nights. The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a snowy winter. They’re saying to get those shovels ready as snow will be arriving early and continue through the start of spring. As we Florice Craig start November just a friendly reminder that real estate taxes are due on November 1. I would like to take this time to tell the citizens of Seekonk that I will be retiring at the end of 2023. I am looking forward to more personal time. I first started working part time for the Town of Seekonk as secretary to the Planning Board in October of 2007. Then in 2015 a terrible tragedy not only struck the Town Clerk’s office but the entire town when the Assistant Town Clerk, Karen McHugh was killed in a hit-and run crash in January of 2015. It was a terrible loss for the community. I was asked if I wanted to apply for the Assistant Town Clerk’s job. It was a difficult decision because I had worked with Karen but I knew Jan Parker, the Town Clerk, and I knew I wanted to help out in any way I could. I was Assistant Town Clerk until Janet Parker decided to retire in 2017. I ran for the Town Clerk’s position in 2017 won and ran again in 2020 and 2023. It is a humbling experience to be elected three times, I consider it one of my greatest achievements. I will forever be grateful to the citizens of Seekonk. The Town Clerk’s job has been transforming over the past few years with more responsibilities from the State concerning elections. Because of that there have been many up and downs. I would say some of the most difficult days came at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and then during the elections that followed the passage of the VOTES Act in June 2022. The new laws expanded accessibility to the polls for voters by making mail-in voting permanent and expanding early voting opportunities. This increased the Town Clerk’s office workload considerably on top of the regular day to day workload. I will miss my fellow employees and all the wonderful residents I have gotten to know through the years.
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The Seekonk Veterans Day Parade - Saturday, November 11, 2023. Parade participants will meet at Briarwood Plaza at 9am. The parade rolls at 10am and finishes at Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park. What a great way to honor our Veteran’s we hope everyone can come out, wave and say thank you to our Veterans. We owe our freedom to each and every veteran and to those who continue to serve today. Town Hall will be closed on Friday November 10th to celebrate Veteran’s Day. Please take a moment to think about and thank a veteran for their dedication, service and sacrifice for our Country.
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Annual Fall Town Meeting Monday November 13, 2023.
The Town Meeting will be held 7pm, Monday November 13 at 261 Arcade Ave. Seekonk High School auditorium. The warrant will be available to look at on the Town Web site: www.seekonk-ma. gov or if you want a copy, please come to the Town Hall we will gladly give you a copy. They will also be handed out as you go into the meeting.
Hope to see everyone turn out for this important town meeting. Get involved – your opinion and vote matters!
The Annual Seekonk Town Election 2024
The Annual Seekonk Town Election 2024 will be held Monday April 1, 2024. Nomination papers for offices up for election will be available December 15, 2023 in the Town Clerk’s office. You must to be a registered voter in Seekonk to run for a position. Nomination papers require a minimum of 50 signatures from voters registered in Seekonk. A street address not a P.O. Box is required from each person signing your papers.
Elected positions available in 2024:
• One seat for the Board of Assessors (3-year term) • Two seats for Board of Selectmen (3-year term) • One seat for Housing Authority (5-year term) • Two seats for The Library Board of Trustees (3-year term) • One seat for the Planning Board (5-year term) • One seat for the Planning Board (1-year term) • Two seats for the School Committee (3-year term) • One seat for Town Clerk (2-year term) • One seat for Water Commission (3-year term)
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Lorraine and I wish everyone a Thanksgiving filled with health, laughter, family and friendship.
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$286 Million Tri County Building Project Approved By Joe Siegel
Voters from 11 communities across three counties approved funding construction of a new $286 million Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School building in Franklin. The regional school district is composed of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham. A total of 5,365 votes were in favor, with 3229 in opposition. The project was rejected in Seekonk, with 274 voting in favor and 351 opposed. Only 7.27 percent of voters cast ballots in thespecial election. Partial reimbursement of the cost will be paid by the Massachusetts School Building Association. The remaining $200 million will be paid by the 11-member communities. Tri-County is operating at a capacity of 1000 students, who have chosen one of 16 vocational programs. The district has carefully maintained the building, but the infrastructure and building systems are now beyond their useful life, according to members of the TCRVTHS Project Team. The existing deficiencies include wear and tear/failures of major sub systems, plumbing, electrical, and building envelope. Last month, Town Administrator Shawn Cadime said if the project is approved, taxpayers will have to pay $1.1 million annually over a 30 year period. Cadime explained if a debt exclusion is not approved, $1.1 million will have a “significant impact into our operational budget.” “It will impact police, fire, DPW, the schools,” Cadime said. “The (new) building is going to be capped at 1000 students. Right now, (Tri County) only has enough room for 900 students. We’ll have additional students who will have the opportunity to go to Tri County and will impact the assessment we have on a yearly basis.” The first anticipated debt payment would be for fiscal year 2028. Cadime noted that provides the town with a four year window to plan for annual budgets.
Select Board Launches Fire Chief Search By Joe Siegel
The Seekonk Select Board has launched a search for a new Fire Chief following news of Sandra Lowery’s resignation in February. The decision was made to look within the department for a replacement. Lowery has been out on sick leave since mid-September. The town’s first female fire chief has been serving in the position since October 2021. Lowery had previously served as Interim Chief. Lowery had been a member of the department for over 20 years. Lowery’s predecessor, David Rave, served in the position for a year. Town Administrator Shawn Cadime proposed hiring a firm to assess potential candidates for Fire Chief. The cost would be as much as $15,000. The firm would release assessments on the top candidates. “They do an initial vetting process,” Cadime explained. “It works, it helps streamline the process,” Selectman Justin Sullivan said. “It’s worth its value.” “The history of hiring people from outside this community has never worked well for either department on public safety,” Chairman Michael Healy said. We had a candidate internally who finished number one in those assessments. He was never even considered to be the Fire Chief and that’s a shame.” The town has had three Police Chiefs in the last five years. The Fire Department has had similar turnover.
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“To me it’s a little disturbing that we’ve gone through two Fire Chiefs in three years,” Healy noted. “And we still have no Deputy (Chief). Other departments, as soon as their assistants have left or change has been had, we’ve made appointments. Think about how that affects the morale and the personnel in the Fire Department.” Conditional offers of employment were made to four new firefighters at Wednesday’s Select Board meeting. An interim Fire Chief will be named at a later date.
Migrant Families Staying in Seekonk By Joe Siegel
Approximately 40 migrant families are being housed at the Ramada Inn on Route 44 in Seekonk. The town received official notification from the state recently. “The Town and the School Department have been actively working with the State and the National Guard to assist these families during their stay at the Ramada,” Town Administrator Shawn Cadime said Tuesday. “Superintendent (Rebecca) Kidwell has already provided a response from the schools. The School District is primarily affected by this placement.” “While the Town is not legally obligated to provide services to the families at the Ramada, our goal is to assist in this fluid situation to the best of our abilities,” Cadime continued. “To assist these families, we are coordinating various services, including vaccinations for school-aged children, providing clothing and baby supplies through donations, and organizing transportation for medical and legal appointments.” According to Kidwell, 19 new students have been enrolled at Martin Elementary School, five new students at Hurley Middle School, and eight new students at Seekonk High School in the last week. Kidwell noted some of them are new to the US, and others have already been to school in this country. Many of them speak more than one language already across Haitian Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, and English. “We have advertised for an additional English Learner teacher at the elementary level; by locating the new students at Martin, we will be best able to support their language needs with this staff member,” Kidwell said. “We are also seeking to hire multilingual assistants for family outreach and student support, especially in the languages listed. We will fund these positions with additional continued on next page...
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money from the state. The administrative team has been working together, along with support staff and teachers, to share resources and best practices so that we are all able to support these students effectively.” Kidwell said class sizes might increase by one or two students, depending upon the grade and subject. “We are still well below contractual class sizes, and that is the way we intend to keep it,” Kidwell noted. The migrant children are being given a warm welcome from faculty and students. “At the elementary level, students are meeting new friends and helping them learn about school rules and routines, finding the fun in learning and playing together,” Kidwell said. “At the middle and high school levels, we have some buddy students who speak Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Portuguese helping students adjust and get to know Seekonk while we set up the best class schedules we can to meet their needs. We are grateful that so many students, staff, and families have shared their skills and talents in welcoming those who are new to Seekonk.” In addition to the schools, Cadime said the presence of the migrant families has impacted the town in other ways. “We have also noticed an increase in medical calls to the Ramada, and our police department is working diligently to ensure security and safety on the premises,” Cadime explained. “To address issues and concerns that may arise, we have initiated weekly meetings with all stakeholders, including the state, to maintain the quality of life in Seekonk for all our residents.” “As for the Board of Selectmen, we are keeping them informed of developments,” Cadime added. “Currently, the migrant families are the responsibility of the State, and the Town is providing assistance as needed. The Board of Selectmen will take action when necessary, in line with their role and responsibility as outline by MGL and the Town Charter.” As of Monday, there are 7,319 families in emergency shelter in Massachusetts. The state does not have enough shelter space, service providers or funding to expand beyond 7,500 families, Governor Maura Healey said previously. Eligible families will continue to be placed into shelter until the system reaches 7,500 families, at which time a waitlist will be established, officials said. Last August, Healey declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts due to the influx of migrant families arriving in the Bay State. The governor has called on the federal government to act to address the issue in Massachusetts.
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Seekonk Town Meeting Set for November 13th By Joe Siegel
Voters at the November 13 Fall Town Meeting will be asked to approve fund transfers and bylaw amendments. The meeting will begin at 7 pm at Seekonk High School, 261 Arcade Avenue. Article One asks to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds in the treasury or transfer from designated funds: the sum of $676,544.40 from Free Cash to the Stabilization Fun, the sum of $676,544.40 from Free Cash to the Municipal Capital Stabilization Fund, the sum of $967,420.40 from Free Cash to the Building & Infrastructure Stabilization Fund, the sum of $676,544.40 from Free Cash to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund. Other warrant articles include: To see if the Town will vote to transfer a sum of $40,000.00 from Free Cash to the FY 2024 Town Meeting Operating Budget Line Item #71 (Conservation Expense) for consultant fees related to the finalization of the Town of Seekonk’s Open Space and Recreation Plan. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds in the treasury or transfer from designated funds that have been reserved for appropriation, the sum of $70,000 to fund the cost elements of the first fiscal year of a three-year collective bargaining agreement between the Town and the United Steelworkers AFL-CIO, Local 9517-09 (Supervisory), for a term covering the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from Free Cash or available funds in the treasury, including funds reserved for appropriation, the sum of $70,000 to fund the cost elements of the first fiscal year of a three-year collective bargaining agreement between the Town and the AFL-CIO, Council 93 Local 1701 Department of Public Works, for a term covering the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026, or take any other action relative thereto. One of the proposed Zoning bylaw amendments would allow for up to eight accessory residential units “per building” versus the current eight total per lot and would allow for such units by right in the highway business district. The amendment is intended to allow for more mixed use development within the Town and particularly within the highway business district consistent with recent economic development plans. The entire warrant can be viewed on the town website: Seekonkma.gov.
Seekonk Select Board Votes Against New Fire Station By Joe Siegel
There will be no new fire station in the South End of Seekonk. The Select Board voted 3-2 against placing an article on the Fall Town Meeting warrant. Chair Michael Healy, Pam Pozzi, and Justin Sullivan all voted no, while Chris Zorra and Michelle Hines voted in favor. Voters at the May 2020 town meeting allocated $425,000 for the design of the facility at the former school administration building at 69 School Street. The town owns that property. The 8300 square foot building would consist of three components, including dispatch, living quarters, and fire suppression. The construction cost would have been $11.2 million. A debt exclusion, or temporary tax increase, would’ve needed to have been approved at town meeting before construction began. Board members cited a possible lack of personnel to occupy the new facility based on the current shortage of firefighters.
November 2023 The Reporter “I don’t know if I can support an $11 million building when we’re having staffing issues (in the fire department),” said Zorra. “For $11.2 million, that’s an awful lot of money to have an empty building,” Pozzi said, adding there were other building projects in the works, including a new Department of Public Works facility. “The staffing issue has been ongoing,” said Sullivan. “After holding discussions with the Fire Chief and the (firefighters) union, we want to try to get to manning levels that can sustain the units we have right now.” “It is our job to provide the personnel for that project,” Healy said, noting 12 new firefighters would need to be hired if the station was to go ahead. Sullivan acknowledged there are other projects which need to be considered first. “At some point we have to prioritize the projects that we’re faced with,” Sullivan noted. Members of the South End Fire Station Building Committee said construction on the project would not have been finished until sometime in 2025. “We can’t sit around and wait to build it to see if we have more (firefighters),” Hines said. “Banna Station runs, the (Public Safety building) runs, you can’t say we’re still going to have staffing issues. I don’t think squashing (a South End fire station) at this point is the right thing to do.” Hines noted construction costs would continue to increase in time so it made sense to start as soon as possible. Last July, Town Administrator Shawn Cadime said the police department would benefit from having a new facility for communications, which would allow for faster response times. Some residents had expressed concerns about noise should the new fire station be constructed near their homes. Town Planner John Aubin explained the town’s fire stations are all situated in residential neighborhoods, including the Banna station on Pine Street.
Burst Pipe Impacts Heat at Hurley By Joe Siegel
A burst pipe resulted in some chilly classrooms at Hurley Middle School recently. Seekonk School Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell showed pictures of the pipe at a school committee. The condition of the pipe has continued to deteriorate. “That’s the main header pipe that controls all the heating for the entire middle school,” Kidwell explained. “So with a hole in it that’s leaking water, we can’t heat any of the middle school. We’re getting close to the part where there’s more patches than pipe.” A new section of pipe was installed to replace the section that rotted. “It’s a substantial investment to keep this going and we have three other (school) buildings and needs that aren’t just a heating system,” Kidwell said. A study of all school buildings was conducted in 2022 by Colliers. $15 million worth of needs were identified for Hurley Middle School, including an HVAC system, roof replacement, upgrade of the electrical service and distribution panels, exterior masonry, and work on the parking areas. Kidwell acknowledges replacing the boiler is a priority. “Our direction forward on this will be determined by the School Committee and
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People In The News Rehoboth Cemetery Commission Thanks Amanda Abbott
The Rehoboth Cemetery Commission would like to thank Amanda Abbott for the beautiful work she has done at Palmer’s River Meeting House Lot on Lake Street. As a member of the American Heritage Troup TB0001, Amanda’s Stars & Stripes project was well thought out and well executed. She organized volunteers, collected donations, and totaled over 200 working hours to complete her project. Every gravestone in the burial ground was cleaned, the grounds were cleared of sticks, leaves, and branches, the edges were trimmed to better define the property lines, a bench was installed, and perennial flowers were added. The area now looks neat and trimmed. On behalf of the family descendants of the burial ground and the people of Rehoboth, the Cemetery Commission thanks you, Amanda Abbott, for dedication and hard work. Beverly Baker, Cemetery Commission Chairman
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25 Local Firefighters Graduate from Fire Academy Graduates of Call/Volunteer Class #107 Represent 12 Communities
Bridgewater— State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Director Jeffrey P. Winn announced the graduation of 25 recruits from the Call/Volunteer Recruit Firefighter Training Program this evening. The graduates received certificates of completion at a ceremony held at Matthew J. Kuss Middle School in Fall River. The graduating firefighters represent the fire departments of Acushnet, Dartmouth Fire District 2, Dartmouth Fire District 3, Dighton, Fairhaven, Freetown, Halifax, Lakeville, Marion, Onset, Plympton, and Rehoboth. “Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,” said State Fire Marshal Davine. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental, and technical skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely.” “Massachusetts Firefighting Academy instructors draw on decades of experience in the fire service to train new recruits,” said Director Winn. “Through consistent classroom instruction and practical exercises, tonight’s graduates have developed the tools they’ll need to protect their communities.” Video of the ceremony will be posted tomorrow at the Department of Fire Services’ YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/ dfsosfm. The Call/Volunteer Firefighter Recruit Training Program is unique in that it delivers a standard recruit training curriculum, meeting national standards, on nights and weekends to accommodate the schedule of firefighters in suburban and rural areas. Making the training more accessible means more firefighters can participate and allows them more time to practice training skills with instructors. The MFA, a division of the Department of Fire Services, has offered the program since 2003. About 3,000 call and volunteer recruits have graduated since then.
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Firefighter Recognized for 35 Years of Service By Joe Siegel
Lt. William George of the Seekonk Fire Department was recognized for 35 years of service to the town at the October 11 Select Board meeting. George, a lifelong resident, began his career as a volunteer firefighter in March 1988. He then became a call firefighter later that year. In 1996, George was sworn in as a career firefighter with the department. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 2014. “Throughout Lt. George’s career, the town has received numerous letters of gratitude and appreciation for his professionalism, compassion, Lt. William George dedication, friendliness, and efficient care,” said Chairman Michael Healy. “I’ve been fortunate to be able to live in the town of Seekonk,” George said. “To be able to protect the community that I love is amazing. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.” “You are truly what a public servant is supposed to be,” Healy added.
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Specialized programs can help movement and speech problems resulting from Parkinson’s Disease East Providence, R.I. (October 18, 2023): Four staff members of Aldersbridge Communities are now trained and certified in LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD. These specialized exercises and therapy techniques have been statistically proven to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). The four staff members certified in the LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD programs are: • Timothy VanHorn, a physical therapist from Seekonk, MA • Karyssa Silva, an occupational therapist from Dartmouth, MA. Karyssa is also the Director of Rehabilitation at Aldersbridge’s Physical Therapy & Wellness Center • Amie DiAngelo, a certified occupational therapy assistant from Barrington • Amelia Iglesias, a speech-language pathologist from Providence “I have personally witnessed individuals living with Parkinson’s achieve and accomplish daily tasks that they have previously lost the ability to complete due to Parkinson’s,” says Karyssa Silva. “For example, I have personally treated a man who used to go out to eat with his family every week and he was canceling the outing because he could not position his chair under the table or push the chair out from the table without the assistance of his brother-in-law. After completing the LSVT BIG program, he was able to resume his weekly outing without needing assistance.” According to Silva, several persons living with PD have recently been directed to the LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD programs at Aldersbridge through the Parkinson’s Foundation and the East Providence Senior Center. Aldersbridge employees have helped those living with PD achieve goals such as re-learning to ride a bicycle and strengthening their vocal cords in order to FaceTime out-of-state relatives. LSVT BIG trains people with PD to use their body more efficiently. People living with PD or other neurological conditions often move differently, with movements and actions that become smaller and slower. The treatment improves walking, self-care and other tasks by helping people “recalibrate” how they perceive their movements with what others actually see. LSVT LOUD is an effective speech treatment for people with PD and other neurological conditions. Certified LSVT LOUD therapists help individuals living with PD improve their ability to communicate by strengthening their voices, and improving their enunciation. Other benefits of LSVT LOUD training include improvements in eating and swallowing. LSVT is named for Mrs. Lee Silverman (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment), a woman living with PD. The program was developed by Dr. Lorraine Ramig and has been scientifically studied for over 25 years with support from the National Institute for Deafness and other Communication Disorders within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other funding organizations.
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Seekonk Native Swims English Channel By Joe Siegel
Seekonk native Maribeth Robertson realized the achievement of a lifetime last August when she swam the English Channel. Robertson, who was a champion swimmer at Seekonk High School, now lives in Connecticut with her husband and children. Robertson opted not to swim collegiately in favor of obtaining an undergraduate degree from Brown University and then a master’s in special education from Providence College.
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For three consecutive years, Robertson participated in St. Vincent’s Swim Across The Sound, an annual 15 and a half mile swim from Port Jefferson, New York to Bridgeport. The event raises money for patients battling cancer at Hartford Healthcare’s St. Vincent Medical Center. “I’m a very nervous person, I’m anxious about everything,” Robertson explained. “When I was a child, I was afraid to swim in the ocean if I couldn’t see the bottom. I was terrified.” The opportunity to swim the English Channel proved irresistible, Robertson noted: “I just wanted to prove myself that I could do something hard and amazing.” A person who had a major impact on Robertson’s life was her friend and mentor Marcy McDonald, who coached Robertson’s oldest son at Laurel East Hartford YMCA. McDonald is a famous open water swimmer, having swam the English Channel 18 times. It took Robertson almost 13 and a half hours to complete the grueling swim. “From point to point, it’s about 21 miles,” Robertson said. “It wasn’t a horrible day, it wasn’t the easiest day. I definitely was continued on next page...
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Events & Activities Rehoboth Village Cemetery Association Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the Rehoboth Village Cemetery Association meeting that will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 11 at the Rehoboth Congregational Church, 139 Bay State Road, Rehoboth MA. Mike Tobin Secretary, Rehoboth Village Cemetery Association
Rehoboth Veterans Day 2023
A ceremony will be held on the 11th month, on the 11th day at the 11th hour at the Rehoboth Veterans Cenotaph on the corner of Route 44 and Danforth Street, followed by the placing of a wreath at the Rehoboth Veterans Memorial gazebo at Redway Plain. A free luncheon for our Rehoboth Veterans & American Legion Post 302
members will be held in the afternoon at the American Legion Post 302 in Rehoboth starting around 11:30 Sponsored by “Rehoboth People have a Heart” organization. Call 508-252-4467 to sign up or sign up at Post 302
Annual Turkey Raffle
November 18, 2023, Starts At 7:00 Pm Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity 43 Broad Street, Rehoboth, Ma
15 Dinner Baskets Prizes on Raffle Tickets Wheel Spins for Turkeys & Dinner Baskets Door Prizes, Food & Beverages Proceeds For Kids Christmas Party
SE Mass Thunder Softball Clam Boil
December 9th Doors open at 6PM and Food Served at 7PM To Benefit 14U SE Mass Thunder South Seekonk Gun Club, 61 Reed Street, Rehoboth
Purchase tickets via Venmo using description Clam Boil or email semassthunder14u@gmail.com with name and how many tickets. Tickets purchased via email can pay via check or cash at the event. Tickets $35 each. This event is BYOB and drinks will be available to purchase. For more information please email semassthunder14u@gmail.com
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Providence Art Club to Host 119th Annual Little Pictures Show
[Providence] The historic Providence Art Club will host the 119th Annual Little Pictures Show & Sale from November 5 – December 22, 2023. The exhibition, which is the oldest and largest art show of its kind in the United States, will feature hundreds of small and affordable artworks. This year’s exhibition will feature more than 700 artworks by 140 artists spread across three unique gallery spaces at the Art Club’s distinctive home on College Hill. The exhibition is a remarkable opportunity to purchase works of original fine art for one’s own collection, or to give as a gift during the holiday season. Sales of art are tax free in Rhode Island. First mounted in 1904, the Little Pictures Show & Sale features original artworks which are all sized at 16” x 16” or less and which are all priced at no more than $350. Works in a wide range of media by exhibiting artist members of the Providence Art Club will be on view. Items ranging from paintings, prints, drawings and photographs, as well as mixed media works, glass, jewelry, and fine woodworking will all be on offer. As works sell, buyers can take them home immediately. Sold works are then replaced, making for a constantly changing exhibition. Over more than a century this exhibition has become a beloved tradition for viewers and art collectors from throughout Southern New England and beyond. Of the show, Art Club Gallery Manager Michael Rose says, “We are excited to welcome visitors to experience the nation’s oldest, largest, and best exhibition of little pictures. With its long history, vast selection, and salon-style installation, this show is a special opportunity for art-lovers to see and buy works by local artists. I hope our neighbors from throughout the region join us in November and December to see Little Pictures 2023.” Little Pictures will run from November 5 – December 22. Gallery hours during this special exhibition will be seven days a week from 12-5pm each day. The Club will also host a celebratory block party event featuring food, drink, and activities on December 2. The galleries will be closed occasionally for holidays as well as for private functions and Art Club events. For more information about this exhibition or to schedule an interview with participating artists, please contact Art Club Gallery Manager Michael Rose at 401-331-1114 ext.5, or via email at michael@providenceartclub.org.
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About the Art Club Founded in 1880 to stimulate the appreciation of art in the community, the Club has long been a place for artists and art patrons to congregate, create, display and circulate works of art. Located along Thomas Street, in the shadow of the First Baptist Church, the Providence Art Club is a picturesque procession of historic houses, home to studios, galleries and the clubhouse. Through its public programs, its art instruction classes for members and its active exhibition schedule, the Providence Art Club continues a tradition of sponsoring and supporting the visual arts in Providence and throughout Rhode Island. All Exhibitions Are Free and Open to The Public
11th Annual Blood Drive in Memory of Bob McKenna The 11th annual RIBC blood drive in memory of Bob McKenna will be held Saturday, January 27, 2024 from 9:00 3:00 at Seekonk High School. The turnout has been wonderful every year and hopefully that will continue. Blood donations are so very important and desperately needed. Please take advantage of this opportunity to donate close to home. Appointments can be made on the RI Blood Center website (ribc. org) or by contacting Karen Bob McKenna McKenna at kmckenna10@ aol.com. If you are a regular blood donor, please keep in mind that eight weeks prior to January 27 is December 2. You would have to schedule your last donation for 2023 prior to that date in order to be eligible for this event. Bob was an active member of the Seekonk community during the 20+ years that he lived there. He was also a lifelong blood donor. His family is certain that he would be thrilled that this event is held in his honor. They look forward to seeing everyone on the 27th.
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Club News & ANNOUNCEMENTS Carpenter Museum Receives Anawan School Memory
The Carpenter Museum is happy to share with The Rehoboth Reporter’s readers a response to an invitation to share memories of Rehoboth’s past. These would include memories of attending Rehoboth schools. You can find the original invitation on page 5 the Reporter’s October issue.
Jeanne A. sent her memories about Anawan School between the years of 1943 and 1948.
Jeanne remembers the “Record Hop” dances she and her classmates had at the school. Because they had the dance lessons in gym class, everyone was prepared to take part in these events. Ice cream was made during class time to have for the intermission refreshments. They enjoyed the waltzes, polkas, “broom” dances, girls’ choice, boys’ choice, the Virginia Reel, and others. It was a lot of fun for all. Jeanne also remembers teacher Dorothy L. Beckwith being very strict, but a smart lady. She taught the students music in the fifth grade. In junior high, Miss Beckwith taught algebra, science, home economics, and sewing. Sewing knowledge came in handy when dresses for the operetta had to be made. The girls all made their own dresses for the show. The Pirates of Penzance (originally a comic opera that premiered in 1879 in NYC by Gilbert & Sullivan) was a big hit. Miss Beckwith purchased the material for the dresses. It was very impressive with the same floral pattern, but with background in pastel colors: pink, yellow, blue, and aqua varieties. continued on next page...
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Thank you, Jeanne A. for your submission. These are sweet memories and it’s the details like those above that offer a sense of our history, how life was in the past, and our influences today. If you’d like to submit your memories of time living in Rehoboth, send us a paragraph or two about your memories. You can email them at genealogy@rehobothantiquarian.com or mail them to the Carpenter Museum, 4 Locust Avenue, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Thank you again Jeanne! Lende McMullen, Research Manager - E. Otis Dyer, Jr. Research Center Carpenter Museum, 4 Locust Avenue, Rehoboth, MA 02769 www.Genealogy@RehobothAntiquarian.org/ 508-252-3031
Events at the Seekonk American Legion Post 311 Drive By Poppy Distribution on 11/11
The red paper Poppy is the official memorial flower of the American Legion. The Auxiliary distributes Poppies so people can remember the sacrifice of our Military. Money received from distributing the Poppy can only be used for Veteran Rehabilitation. Poppies will be available in front of the Post between 9 am and noon. All donations are appreciated.
Turkey Raffle 11/17
Annual Turkey Raffle on Friday, November 17th. Raffle starts at 7:00 pm for 30 turkey baskets that include vegetables and all the fixings. Turkey Baskets raffled every 10 minutes. Admission is free. Raffle books are also available at the Post prior to the event. Please call Post at 508-336-9822 for information or directions.
Future Events
Our kitchen remodel is almost completed. So we will be having the Fall Meat Raffles after the holidays. Stay tuned for the details. Hall Rental: 200 person capacity. Contact Bob Reed for information at 508-336-9822 351 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA 02771 - 508-336-9822
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Anawan Lions News for November
Hi! We want to thank you all for your support at our recent Pasta Dinner! Because of you we are able to continue doing what we do; raise money for our community to give back. Your donations at the White Cane Day at the Dunkin Donuts and the Transfer Station were outstanding!! Thank you so much! We continue to collect used eyeglasses, please contact any Anawan Lion or drop off at any place that has a collection container. The Lions wash, read the prescriptions; and distribute the glasses to needy others Internationally. Your generosity can change other people’s lives. Thank you so much. Happy Thanksgiving, be well. We Serve.
Hornbine School Museum
This was the 55th season since a group of enthusiastic Rehoboth citizens raised money and purchased the Hornbine School to use as a museum. During those years, we have had visitors from many towns, states and countries sign our guest book. Some years, we have had more than eight hundred school children visit the school for a day and participate in “old time” activities. This year, we have had several people visit during our OPEN HOUSE who had ties to the school and/or other one room schools in town. If you are reading this before November 5th, and have pictures or information Artist Materials about any Rehoboth School, we will have the school open between 1-4 Sunday, NovemComplete Line of Woodcarving Supplies ber 5th in an effort to collect them. We will pack everything away and close Hours: M-F 9-5 Sat 9-12 the school for the winter this month. But, we will continue to post pictures and information on our Facebook page, “HORNBINE 1063 Oakhill Ave. Attleboro, MA 02703-7318 • 508-222-6255 SCHOOL MUSEUM” and the REHOBOTH REPORTER during the winter months.
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American Legion Post 302 Public Events
• Take Outs are welcome – call in your order in early for pickup at 508-252-9079 • MASS LOTTERY – PLAY “KENO”, “MEGAMILLION”, “POWERBALL” • Sign up for our Monday-Tuesday & Wednesday Night Dart Leagues If you’re interested in playing in a Card League of HiLo Jacks. Monday Nights from September through November & April – June or Wednesday nights September – December and start up again in January – April. All games start at 7:00 PM @ $7.00 per game. The Cribbage League plays on Monday Nights January – March and then on Wednesday Nights from May – August – all games start at 7:00 PM. e-mail speedyjake@aol.com or call #508-252-9079 •
Upcoming Events
• November 10th, 2023 – Friday - 7:00 -10:00 P.M. – Live Music performed by Notorious Jones Entertainment with Classic Rock Music – No Cover Charge! – Food - Check with the bar for the specials of the week – Drinks – Entertainment, so sit back & have a GREAT TIME! Play the Electronic Dart Board or join our Dart League https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063368911454 • “Special” November 11th, 2023 – Saturday - 11:00 - 4:00 P.M. – VETERANS DAY DINNER – Food - serves food to our Veterans - https://www.facebook.com/groups/657024961125913/ • November 11th, 2023 – Saturday - 12:00 -2:00 P.M. – BOMBSHELL BETTY PRODUCTIONS with Live Vocal Music – No Cover Charge! - Food – Drinks – Dancing & having a GREAT TIME - https://www.bombshellbettyproductions.com/ • November 12th, 2023 – Sunday -7:30 -10:30 A.M. American Legion & Anawan Lions Monthly Breakfast, Second Sunday of every month $12.00 donation - All you can Eat! https://www.facebook. com/groups/657024961125913/ • November 17th,2023 – Friday - 7:00 - 8:00 P.M., Sons of the American Legion’s Monthly Meat Raffle followed by Karaoke - 8:00 11:00 P.M. – No Cover Charge! – Food - Check with the bar for the specials of the week – Drinks – Entertainment, so sit back & have a GREAT TIME! Play the Electronic Dart Board or join our Dart League https://www.facebook.com/groups/657024961125913/ • November 17th,2023 – Friday - 8:00-11:00 P.M. + – Live Karaoke performed by Mette & Devan Entertainment, Come on in and sing a song or two – No Cover Charge! – Food - Check with the bar for the specials of the week – Drinks – Entertainment, so sit back & have a GREAT TIME! Play the Electronic Dart Board or join our Dart League https://www.facebook.com/ groups/657024961125913/ • November 24th, 2023 – Friday - 7:00 -10:00 P.M. – Rock-A-Blues Band with Classic Rock Music – No Cover Charge! – Food - Check with the bar for the specials of the week – Drinks – Entertainment, so sit back & have a GREAT TIME! Play the Electronic Dart Board or join our Dart League https://www.rockablues.com • November 25th, 2023 – Saturday - 7:00 -10:00 P.M. – “3 CAN JAM” from Attleboro - Live Music Entertainment playing Classic & Rock – No Cover Charge! - Food – Drinks – Dancing & having a GREAT TIME! https://www.facebook.com/3CANJAM/ • December 1st, 2023 - Friday - 6:30 - 10:00 P.M., Jim Powers Entertainment presents Old Time Rock “N” Roll, Classic Rock & County – No Cover Charge! – Food - Check with the bar for the specials of the week – Drinks – Entertainment, so sit back & have a GREAT TIME! Play the Electronic Dart Board or join our Dart League https://www.facebook.com/groups/657024961125913/ • December 2nd, 2023 – Saturday - 7:00 -10:00 P.M. – Pending ???
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Rehoboth Council on Aging
Francis Hall 27 Francis Farm Road, Rehoboth Phone 508-252-3372 Fax 508-252-4716 Monday - Thursday 8:00am to 4:00pm Fridays 8:00am to Noon The COA will be closed
• November 10th in Honor of Veterans Day Thank you to all of our Veterans • November 23rd & 24th. Enjoy Thanksgiving
Energy Saving Tips
Monday November 6th @ 10:00
National Grid will be here to do discuss Energy Saving Tips and available help with your energy bill
Congressman Visit
Mon Nov 13th from 9:00- 10:00
Congressman Jake Auchincloss will visit with the Seniors during Breakfast
Gert’s Café
Thanksgiving Dinner $5.00 donation Monday November 20th @ Noon Please sign up. Limited seating
Our Kitchen is back !!!
We welcome Chef Chico Charbonneau. Chico will be cooking Breakfast on Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 8:30-10 and Lunch on Mondays & Wednesdays at noon. Come join us
Book Club
First Tuesday of Month10:00- 11:00
Please note this month Book will be on Tuesday November 14th. Desire Palmer will run the Book Club. Come and join us
Dancer-cise NEW Class Tuesdays @ 9:00
Taught by Gail Romanovich. In collaboration with the Taunton & Dighton Council on Aging
Fall Festival
Tuesday October 17th 3:00-6:00 pm
Tickets $15.00. See Linna or Bridget for tickets
Join Our Walking Club Mon-Wed- Fri @ 10:00AM
Please note new start time.
• We have added a Paper Crafting Class and a Jewelry Making. We can always use extra supplies. Scrapbooking, Cricut Supplies, die cuts, embossing folders, Jewelry making supplies. • We are in need of cotton, flannel, and fleece fabric for sewing projects.We are accepting yarn donations for hats & blankets
ACTIVITIES Mondays
8:30-10 BREAKFAST 9:00-11:00 Cribbage 9:00 Walking Club 10:00 Bocce 10:00 Cornhole Toss Noon Gert’s Café ~ Limited seating ~ $3.00 Please call to reserve a seat 508-252-3372
Tuesdays
9:00 Dancer-cise $3.00 10:00-Noon Jewelry Making Class $5.00 10:00 Combined Yoga - Chair or Mat in the Arcade 10:00 Cornhole Toss 10:00 Ladies Sewing & Quilting 11:00 COMING SOON S.E.A.T Judy Rosa Will be our Instructor !!!!! 1:00 Hi-Lo Jack 1:00- 3:00 Crafty Fun Classes $5
Wednesdays
8:30 - 10:00 Breakfast 9:00 Walking Club 10:00 Bocce 10:00 Cornhole Toss 10:00-2:00 Nails by Gabbi call the COA for an appointment Noon Lunch 1:00-3:00 Acrylic Painting Class $5.00 1:00- Dominoes (NEW)
Thursday
9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Fiber Arts (Knitting & Crochet get together. Bring any project you are working on) 12:15 Drums Alive $3.00 1:00-3:00 Paper Crafting Class includes Card Making, Stamping, etc. (FREE) 1:00-3:00 Watercolor Class $5.00
Friday
8:30 - 10:00 Breakfast (NEW) 9:00 Walking Club 10:00 Bocce 10:00 Cornhole Toss 10:00 Jenga
Rehoboth Public Health Nurse
Geraldine Hamel, RN MSN: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 508252-6502 ext. 3127 or 508-252-5947 Stephanie Reis, RN BSN: 508-252-6052 ext. 3128
Offering multiple medical services for our Rehoboth citizens: Home Visits, Vaccinations, Support groups: Bereavement, Caregiver assistance, Dementia support and more • Wellness Clinic Wednesday 11:00-Noon • Podiatry Clinic: Last Thursday of the month • Blood Pressures & Glucose Screenings:: Please contact Geri Hamel for more information.
Meals on Wheels:
Please contact Bristol Elders, Inc. at (508) 675-2101 for information on the Meals on Wheels program.
Rehoboth Council on Aging A Municipal Department of the Town
Mission: The Rehoboth Senior Center’s mission is to develop and provide programs, opportunities, and resources to enrich the social, emotional, physical, mental, and economic well-being of Rehoboth’s elder citizens. The Rehoboth Senior Center shall serve as a community focal point and an inclusive support system where Rehoboth’s elder citizens: • • Can engage in leisure, wellness, educational, and social programs that promote an enhanced quality of life and socialemotional health and well-being • • Can enjoy onsite meals prepared in the senior center kitchen and be served in the building’s dining area • Can connect to their peers and community • Can foster inter-generational relationships and shared activities • Can obtain information on and access to governmental supports and programs that connect people to transportation, housing, nutritional, and economic assistance • Can gain access to health information and resources to support independence and ensure healthy aging in our community • Can seek out opportunities for lifetime learning and volunteering and civic engagement The Rehoboth Senior Center’s vision is to grow and expand our offerings while preserving our commitment to the dignity and worth of every person in our community. The Rehoboth Council on Aging shall: a. Provide, coordinate and link available resources to help meet the needs of the Town of Rehoboth’s elders. b. Carry out programs and services that range from information on community education, referrals, outreach, transportation, Meals on Wheels, health screenings, intergenerational activities, crafting programs and other programs beneficial to our seniors.
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Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club Presents Check to Food Pantry
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Our Annual Fall Bazaar was a success! The rain held off and the temperature hovered around 60°, thankfully. Many, many “Thanks” to our Chairperson, Jane Williams, and her crew for all the behindthe-scenes “legwork” and setting up and breaking down for the day!!! At our October 21st monthly meeting, we discussed the pros and cons of the Bazaar, began plans for the 2024 Bazaar, the trip we have planned for the spring, the 50th Club anniversary and our membership drive. We also shared with everyone how thrilled the Food Pantry was when Jane Williams dropped off our donation. Below is a picture of Jane presenting our check to Paula Fernandes. We want to remind members of our Christmas Party at Davenports, East Providence, on Wednesday, December 20th. Make sure to sign up with either me or Jane by December 13th so we can give the count to the restaurant. Have questions??? Call me (508-252-6281) or speak with me at the Senior Center. I am usually there for lunch on Mondays and Wednesdays. Our NEXT meeting will be on November 16th at noon in the Arcade building. We ask that you bring your own lunch, however we will provide dessert, and we will have water and soda available for you, as well. There will be a door prize or two, too. Hope you will be feeling lucky. Stay safe, healthy, and try to get ready for the holidays - they are right around the corner!!! Where DOES the time go???
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Seekonk Human Services The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, and Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm. We welcome all to come and enjoy the activities and companionship at Seekonk Human Services.
Halloween Harvest
The Halloween Harvest event at the Seekonk Senior Center was extremely fun & entertaining & enjoyed by all who attended. The story teller Mr. Davis Bates kept everyone in suspense with his true Halloween stories. The Witch dancers were amazing & the winners of the 6 categories of best costumes were outstanding.
Closed on the following dates:
• November 10, 2023 for Veteran’s Day • November 22, 2023 closing at 12:30pm • November 23 and 24 for Thanksgiving
New Class Stability and Balance
Wed, Nov 1, 2023 @ 8:45am
The first thing to know is that stability and balance are different beasts. Stability is the ability to control your body position from head to toe through movement, and balance is the ability to maintain your center of gravity over your base of support. The movements taught in class focus on specific exercises to improve strength and power around the ankle, knee and hip joints, while improving reaction time. This class is designed for fall prevention and is suitable for nearly every fitness level. It can be adapted depending on the skill of individual participants. Any questions and to preregister please call 508-336-8772.
Veterans’ Day Celebration Wed, Nov 8, 2023 @ 11:30am
The annual Veterans Day luncheon will take place on Wednesday, November 8th at 11:30am. The musical entertainment for our Veterans’ Day Celebration will be the Navy Band There will be a FREE lunch for Seekonk Veterans. Lunch will be pasta and meatballs. The fee for Seekonk residents is $5.00, and non-residents is $7.00. All registrations are due by 11/3. To register please call our office at 508-336-8772.
Friendsgiving
Wed, Nov 15, 2023 @ 11:30am
We invite you to our second annual Friendsgiving. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what and who we are grateful for in general over the past year. The best way to share those reflections is around the Thanksgiving table. Join us for a delicious Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie (fresh roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, corn, & mashed potatoes with a side of cranberry sauce) prepared by The Cooks House with good company and conversation. The cost for residents is $7 and non-residents is $10. Registration is due by 11/8. To register please call our office at 508-336-8772. Continued on next page...
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Healthy Aging Lunch & Learn
Wed, Nov 29, 2023 at 11:30am
“Healthy Holiday Eating” for healthy aging! The presentation will be about debunking common nutrition advice seen across television and in the media with Bristol Elder Services Registered Dietitian, Dawn DiMarco. Most nutrition advice in the media is not accurate. If you are looking for nutrition advice, always ask a Registered Dietitian. The menu will be: sausage, peppers and onions, sub roll, pasta alfredo, cake, & lemonade. Preregistration is required by calling our office at 508-336-8772.
Medicare Open Enrollment
It’s that time of year again! If you are enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO/ PPO), expect an information packet from your plan by the end of September. It is important to understand and save this information: it explains the changes in your plan for 2024. Premiums, deductibles, co-pays, and the drugs covered by your plan can change significantly! During Medicare Open Enrollment, you can adjust your plan for next year. Independent Medicare Insurance Counselors help you understand your plan changes as well as other options you may have. Open Enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7! *Please note all clients will be required to fill out a Medicare prescreening form to help us better serve you by looking up your current plan and comparing it to the future plans, if changes are necessary.
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Fuel Assistance
If you have never had fuel assistance and would like to apply or if you need help filing out your application, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772 to make an appointment with the Outreach Caseworker. Fuel assistance applications are accepted from November 1, 2023 until April 30, 2024. Income guidelines: Maximum income for one person is $45,392, for two people is $59,359, for three people is $73,326 and for four people is $87,294. Returning applicants must provide proof of income (pension, interest, dividends, 401K/IRA distribution). New applications must provide income, mortgage or rent bill, real estate taxes, homeowners insurance, utility bills (electric, gas and/or oil), social security card, government photo ID, and birth certificates for under 18.
Blood Pressure & Glucose Clinic
Wed, Nov 15, 2023 9:00 - 11:00am
Seekonk Human Services continues to work with the Seekonk Fire Department to provide free monthly blood pressure & glucose screenings.
Overview of Legal Services
Mon, Nov 27, 2023 10am - 12pm (15 min appt)
Brandon Walecka, Esq., LL.M from Walecka Law will be providing office hours by appointment. The mini-consultations will center around elder law topics such as probate, questions regarding making a will (other power of attorney, health care proxy, etc.), trusts (irrevocable and revocable), Medicaid/MassHealth rules and eligibility, tax planning, and special needs planning. These consults are focused on elder law and estate planning. Please call the office at 508-336-8772. MA residents only.
Our office will make a telephone call to an individual’s home at approximately the same time each day Monday through Friday (during our operating business hours only). This program is designed to connect people in need with ongoing, caring human contact and conversation. If we do not receive an answer, we will call back shortly after. If we do not receive an answer the second time, Public Safety will be called to check on the individual’s status. The Telephone Reassurance Program provides a peace of mind for the individual and their loved ones. This program is designed for senior citizens, disabled persons and shut-ins living in Seekonk who may be at risk of loneliness, social isolation, illness or injury. If you, or you know someone you know is interested in this program, please call Nicole at Human Services at 508-336-8772.
Favorite Children’s Book Contest
Vote for the favorite books of your children, grandchildren--multiple entries are welcome. The selection of titles is not limited to the ones mentioned on the flyer. Please cast your vote by December 31, 2023. Samuel Brown will purchase the most popular title and affix a bookplate to the book in honor of your center. The book will be donated to Read to Grow, an organization that promotes language skills and literacy for children. So cast your vote for the book you love most either reading to your children, your grandchildren, nieces and/or nephews. We will have a bucket for you to put your vote into. For more information visit us at Human Services!
Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant
Do you have a nagging question or new discovery about using your smartphone, tablet, laptop or Chromebook? Come share it with us so we can all learn from it! Librarian Michelle Gario will moderate this 60-minute session to help each other with technology. There is no set agenda; bring your device, share questions, and answers, favorite tips and tools. Bring your own tablet, phone, or laptop. Please make sure your device is fully charged. Contact our office to register by calling 508-336-8772.
Tues, Dec 5, 2023 Price: $141.00 Per Person Play is: “Miracle on South Division Street” Full payment upon signing up Bloom Tours is taking you to the Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant to enjoy a show and lunch. The play “Miracle on South Division Street” - Meet the Nowaks of Buffalo, NY. Clara and her three grown kids have always known they were special, ever since the miraculous Christmas Eve in 1942 when the Blessed Mother appeared to Grandpa in his barbershop! Daughter Ruth unveils her plan to write and star in a one-woman Christmas show. The results are heartfelt and hilarious. Enjoy the buffet before the show which has a variety meals, Coffee, Tea and assortment of homemade desserts. Your motorcoach will depart: 10am from 540 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk. Approximate return at 5:15pm. Trip includes: lunch, play, cabaret, transportation and driver’s gratuity.
Telephone Reassurance Program
Tuesdays at 11:45am
Hearing Clinic
Mon, Nov 27, 2023 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Chris Brissette from Mass Audiology will be here for a FREE Hearing Clinic. Preregistration is required by calling our office at 508-336-8772.
Let’s Learn Together!
Tues, Nov 28, 2023 @ 2:00pm
Tuesday Luncheons
November 2023 Seekonk Human Services has partnered with The Cook’s House to offer weekly lunches! Lunches will cost $4 for residents and $5 for nonresidents. The menu will be available at the office and on Facebook. Advance sign up is required one week in advanced with payment.
Women’s Lunch
Wed, Nov 15, 2023 @ 11:30am at iAlive in Rehoboth, MA
The Women’s lunch group meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11:30am. Everything is Dutch treat. If you are interested in joining for good food and good conversation, while supporting our local restaurants, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772.
Activities and Programs Mondays
Movement & Meditation 9am Movement & Meditation 10am Canasta 11:30am Strength & Cardio 1pm Zoom BINGO 1:30pm
Tuesdays
Drums Alive 9am Watercolors 10am Hi Lo Jack 1pm
Wednesdays
Stability and Balance 8:45am Drums Alive 9:30am Tribal Grooves 11:00am Mahjong 1pm
Thursdays
Chair Yoga 10am Oil Panting 10am Hi Lo Jack 1pm BINGO 1pm
Fridays
Dance Cardio 9:15am Tai Chi 10:30am
*All activities are subject to pre-registration
Email List
Join our email list! Things are changing so quickly these days and we want to be able to get the word out to you quickly. Please give us a call and give us your email address; we want to share fun activities, links to zoon and other virtual programing you may like.
Nutritional Meals To Go
Tuesday, Wednesdays & Thursdays Bristol Elder Services provides nutritional meals for lunch on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to go. Meals come completely cooked and prepackaged. Meals need to be ordered the day before by 9:30am. Suggested donation of $2.25 per meal which will be collected at the time of pickup. Pick up will be between 11am - 12pm. September’s menu is available on our Facebook Page and by calling our office at 508-336-8772.
Community Questions for our
Police Liaison
Officer Maria Vicenzo is welcoming community questions to be answered. Questions can be mailed to the center, dropped off in person, or placed in our lock box that is attached to the building at the entrance. We will post answers to the questions in the monthly newsletter and on our Facebook page, if requested. If you prefer to be called, please leave your contact information and we will be in contact.
Future Activities Holiday Bells
Wed, Dec 6, 2023 @ 1:00pm
Join us to celebrate the holiday as we welcome Southcoast Bell Ringers! The Southcoast Bell Ringers will be bringing holiday cheer with their performance. This group of performers will be playing holiday songs that will bring a smile to your face! Please call the office at 508-336-8772 to sign up.
Holiday Floral Arrangements Tues, Dec 12, 2023 @ 1:00pm
Join Donna as she leads us in creating beautiful holiday arrangements. Space is limited. For those who participate there will be a raffle. There is no fee for Seekonk residents, and non-residents is $2.00Please call the office at 508-336-8772.
Musical Entertainment
Wed, Dec 13, 2023 @ 11:30am
Join us for some musical entertainment! The Good Tymes Banjo Band will be performing for us this holiday season. Light refreshments will be available. There is no fee for Seekonk residents, and non-residents is $2.00. To register please call the office at 508-336-8772.
Holiday Luncheon
Wed, Dec 20, 2023 @ 11:30am
Celebrate the holiday season with us. Join us for out holiday luncheon with tasty food and wonderful company. Lunch will be a delicious ham dinner. The cost for residents is $7.00 and non-residents is $10.00. Please call the office at 508-336-8772.
Holiday Assistance Programs Thanksgiving Meal or Basket
Are you in need of a Thanksgiving meal or basket, or know someone in need. Please contact Nicole at 508-336-8772 or nbuffington@seekonk-ma.gov. All requests must be in by Wednesday, November 15, 2023. *Please note that all clients much have an intake on file and qualify by income or receiving public benefits (i.e., fuel assistance, food stamps, MassHealth, etc.)
Christmas is for Kids and Holiday Help
The holidays are filled with happiness, friends and family. Children especially look forward to the fun and presents. Seekonk
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Human Services works with community members to bring joy to children, one present at a time. If you are a Seekonk parent, or know a Seekonk parent who is in need of gift assistance for their child/children please call Seekonk Human Services to inquire about more information. Intakes and applications are available at our office. All families utilizing this program will remain anonymous to donors. All applications are due by Friday, December 1, 2023. For anyone who would like to sponsor a child or family, please contact our office via phone at 508-336-8772 or email seekonkhumanservices@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsor a Senior
Seekonk Human Services will work with community members to help bring a personal touch to senior citizens. The goal is to provide seniors with outside contact and gifts to let them know they are not forgotten and alone. The holiday season should be a time or joy with your loved ones. However, for some, that isn’t the case. Often times, the holidays are geared towards children and families, and those who are on their own tend to get left out. Human Services will be collecting donated gifts and items to provide to those seniors who might not have close family, have a fixed income or both. Included items may consist of slippers, clothing items, hygiene products, reading materials, card games, word puzzles, gift cards and Seekonk trash bags. Please feel free to think outside the box. Homemade items such as blankets, scarves, hats and cards are great options. Continued on next page...
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All seniors utilizing this program will remain anonymous. If you are a Seekonk senior or know a Seekonk senior in need of some holiday cheer, please call Human Services at 508-336-8772. For anyone who would like to sponsor a senior, please contact our office via phone at 508-336-8772 or by email seekonkhumanservices@gmail.com
Veteran’s Corner
3rd Annual Seekonk Veterans Community Leaf Rake
Sat, Nov 11th, from 9am-12pm - Rain Date: Nov 18th
A community service event where Volunteer staff and students of Seekonk High School clean up yards for our Veterans and Seniors of Seekonk If you would like to have your home’s yard be a part of this event, please contact VSO James LaFlame. Phone: 508-336-2940 Email: jlaflame@seekonk-ma.gov
Seekonk 3rd Annual Veterans Day Rolling Parade Sat, Nov 11, 2023, Meet at 9:00am
The Seekonk Veterans Council would like to invite all Seekonk Veterans to participate in a rolling parade, a parade of cars, motorcycles and military vehicles on Veterans Day 2023, Saturday November 11th meeting at 9am and rolls at 10am. The parade route starts at Briarwood Plaza and ends at the Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park. Kindly R.S.V.P. to my email or phone. This is a great opportunity for those in town to appreciate your service to the nation.
3rd Annual Holiday Festival
The Veterans Council will be holding their Holiday Festival Tree Sponsorship at the Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park during the month of December. For those who wish to get on the waiting list for a tree, please contact the VSO at 508-336-2940 or jlaflame@ seekonk-ma.gov The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am 12:00pm. Come and enjoy the activities and companionship at your center. * NOTE: *Seekonk Human Services is primarily an informational and referral agency. We try to help you directly or by introducing you to a network of federal, state, or local support services. Seekonk Human Services offers legal, financial, recreational, medical screenings, and other activities/services by volunteers or nominally paid practitioners. Participation in these services/activities is with the understanding that Seekonk Human Services, Town of Seekonk, or its employees do not assume any legal or other responsibility for advice of services rendered by such volunteers or nominal cost practitioners.
From the State House Representative Steven S. Howitt Supports Legislation Requiring Salary Transparency By Employers Bill is designed to promote gender and racial wage equity across state
Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) has endorsed a proposed change in state law that would require most employers to disclose the salary range for open positions on job postings to better inform prospective applicants and help close the gender and racial wage gap. House Bill 4109, An Act relative to salary range transparency, would require businesses with 25 or more employees to provide information on the specific range of pay for an advertised job opening, and to disclose this information to current employees being offered a promotion or transfer to a new position with different job responsibilities. The bill was engrossed by the House of Representatives on a vote of 148-8 on October 4. Ten other states, including Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York, already have similar pay disclosure laws. According to Representative Howitt, House Bill 4109 would impose penalties against any business that fails to comply with the salary range disclosure requirement, which would be enforced by the Attorney General. The bill calls for a written warning for a first offense, a fine of up to $500 for a second offense, and a fine not to exceed $1,000 for a third offense. The bill requires the Attorney General to conduct a public awareness campaign to educate businesses about the new requirements. There will be a one-year grace period after the law goes into effect before enforcement will begin. For the first two years the law is in effect, covered businesses will have two business days after being notified of a violation to correct it before a fine is imposed. House Bill 4109 also requires companies with 100 or more employees to annually file demographic and wage data on their workforce with the Secretary of State’s office, which is the same information they are already required to provide to the federal government. The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development would then compile and post these reports with the data aggregated so as not to identify individual employers. Representative Howitt said House Bill 4109 will help to correct a shortcoming in the state’s 2016 pay equity law, which requires men and women to receive equal pay for comparable work. Although the law prohibits employers from inquiring about a job applicant’s salary history, it does not prevent companies from asking about a prospective hire’s salary expectations without having to disclose how much the position pays. Representative Howitt noted that House Bill 4109 is a legislative priority of the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators, which is co-chaired by Representative Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury) and Senator Joan Lovely (D-Salem). The Caucus says the bill will help to elevate economic opportunity and eliminate barriers for women in the workforce. House Bill 4109 is also being backed by several business organizations. This includes the Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM), which is the state’s largest non-profit, non-partisan business association representing more than 3,500 businesses in 150 different industries, and the Black Economic Council of Massachusetts (BECMA), which advocates for Black businesses across Massachusetts. House Bill 4109 now heads to the Senate for its consideration.
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Church News & Events Rehoboth Congregational Church News Worship With Us Every Sunday
The Rehoboth Congregational Church worships every Sunday at 10AM. Join us for a wonderful blend of traditional worship with a modern twist. We sing, we laugh, and we enjoy the fellowship of one another’s company while strengthening our faith and serving others. If you are traveling or not quite ready for crowds, you can still worship with us! Our Sunday services are live streamed both on our website www.rehobothcongregational.org/worshiponline and on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/rehobothcongregational
Hanging of the Greens
Join Us Sunday, November 26th as we decorate our Sanctuary throughout our 10AM Sunday Worship to prepare for the Advent season - There will also be an Advent Workshop for our church school children during service.
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Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is Tuesday November 29th - This year we are inviting you to be part of the magic of RCC. All donations made to the Rehoboth Congregational Church today will support our operating budget, which funds the magic we experience in our worship services, programs, and events including music, hands-on Children’s sermons, and, of course, confetti. Donations can be made by mailing a check to the church or online here rehobothcongregational.org/ givingtuesday This Page Will Go Live On Tuesday 11/29 and be active through 2 weeks following Giving Tuesday.
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Christmas in New England Concert
Join RCC As We Host Our first Christmas In New England Concert Saturday, December 16 at 7:30pm - We are so excited to be a host church this year, and many years to come! Doors open at 6:45pm with the concert beginning at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 per person and will be sold at the door as well as online starting 11/6/2023 rehobothcongregational.org/ChristmasInNE. Refreshments will be available at intermission and a 50/50 Raffle Will Take Place. Visit christmasinnewengland.net to see more about the group and where else they will be performing.
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church Annual “Holiday Fair” 2023 Friday, Nov 10 and Saturday, Nov 11
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Open 10 am - 4 pm on both days in the church basement. “Super Raffles” include Cash Prizes, HDTV, and Amazon Gift Card. Also, our famous “Baskets Galore”, Kim’s Special Raffles, Scratch Tickets, Gift Cards, and more. Items for sale will be Jewelry, Christmas Decor, Toys, Hand Knits, Baked Goods, Almost New Items, and more. Our “Cafe” will be open for food and drinks on both days.
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Seekonk Congregational Church News in Person Sunday Services
We hope you will join us each Sunday at Seekonk Congregational Church UCC at one of our 2 weekly services - 9AM & 10:30 AM in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA for our weekly service. Please come if you feel comfortable, all are welcome, masks are optional. Communion will be served at both services. Church school will be held during the 9 AM service with licensed day care available for both services. We invite you to join us. We will continue to record our services and they are available the following day at Seekonk Congregational Church YouTube and on Cable 9 Seekonk at 9 AM each morning.
Upcoming Events/Activities
Community Covenant Church presents “A Christmas Carol”
Community Covenant Church at 615 Tremont Street in Rehoboth is presenting a traditional retelling of the original A Christmas Carol as adapted by Tanya Martin of Rehoboth, MA. It is our hope that this production of the beloved Christmas classic will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season together. Performance times are Friday December 8, 2023 at 7 p.m., Saturday December 9 at 7 p.m., and Sunday December 10, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. There is no charge for the performance but do sign up at christmasinrehoboth.com to ensure that seats are available. In lieu of purchasing tickets, people can give a free will gift to the Rehoboth food pantry. The link for donations is found on christmasinrehoboth.com.
• Saturday, November 4, 2023 - HARVEST DINNER - Buffet serving from 5:00 to 6:30PM. Eat In or Take Out. MENU: Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Harvard Beets, Onions, Cole Slaw, Rolls & Butter and Apple Bread Pudding…TICKET PRICES: Adults $15.00 and Children (ages 5-12) $6.00. RESERVATIONS are SUGGESTED. For tickets or an information please contact the Church Office at 508-336-9355 or Donna Euell at donna.euell@ gmail.com or 401-523-5283. • Saturday, December 2, 2023 – 9 AM – 2 PM CHRISTMAS BAZAAR - Beautiful Live wreaths and centerpieces, baked goods and food, delicious luncheon, great crafts, Christmas ‘treasures’, jewelry, plants, poinsettias, super drawing items, Browse through Grandma’s Attic, Photos with Santa No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome at Seekonk Congregational Church.
Community Covenant Church News
Are you looking for help and hope? Every week at Community Covenant Church, we strive to bring that to everyone who walks through our door through the good news of the gospel of Jesus. Through relevant preaching and modern worship that engages all ages from birth to empty nesters. For more information on our programs and current sermon series, check out www.communitycovenant.church. We hope to see you in person or online this Sunday at 10 am.
Memorial Baptist Church Upcoming Events Annual Church Bazaar
Memorial Baptist Church, 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771 will be holding their annual Church Bazaar on November 11, 2023, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. There will be Grandma’s Attic, A Silent Auction, Arts and Crafts, Bake Table, Live Entertainment, Country Store and Much More. Lunch will be served!!!!! For more information call Gail at (401)298-0033 or e-mail Gail at nana1120@ cox.net. Come and enjoy a time of shopping, good music and tasty refreshments.
Concert to be Held at Memorial Baptist Church
MARK 209, award winning country gospel group from Nashville, TN will once again be bringing their “Christmas from the Heart of Nashville Tour” to New England in December. They will be in concert at Memorial Baptist Church, 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771 on December 2, 2023 at 6:00 PM. This is a ticketed event and the tickets are $10 each. To reserve tickets call Bruce at 1-(774) 306-2818 or call the church office at 1 (508) 761-5142. Please leave your name & phone number and how many tickets you would like to reserve. Be sure and reserve your tickets early as this is one of our most popular events of the year so the tickets will probably go fast. So spread the word and invite some friends and come and enjoy an evening of beautiful uplifting music, worship, fellowship and lots of fun. You will not be disappointed!!! For more information (not tickets) you may call Ann at (508) 336-7023.
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28th Annual Mission Bazaar
Saturday, December 2, 2023, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Rumford, RI – Saturday, December 2, 2023, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM Newman Congregational Church, UCC will host their 27th Annual Mission Bazaar. All proceeds are donated to various charities. The previous year's beneficiaries include Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, Mississippi, our Haiti mission, foster children, and BIPOC Racial Justice Scholarship. Amongst the tables you will find ornaments; “Newman’s Own” Country Store featuring a variety of crafts, breads, and cookies. There will be decorated fresh balsam wreaths, hand-knit items, quilted items, fleece scarves, handmade crafts, and jewelry and gift baskets. You are sure to find treasures at “Newman Marcus” (our white elephant tables). Our kitchen will be open for snacks and lunch so bring your friends and enjoy the festivities!
November - Racial Justice Book Discussion & Matinee
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On Sunday, November 19th, 2023 @ 12:00 we will be showing the “Traces of the Trade” First-time filmmaker Katrina Browne makes a troubling discovery — her New England ancestors were the largest slave-trading family in U.S. history. She and nine fellow descendants set off to retrace the Triangle Trade: from their old hometown in Rhode Island to slave forts in Ghana to sugar plantation ruins in Cuba. Step by step, they uncover the vast extent of Northern complicity in slavery while also stumbling through the minefield of contemporary race relations. In this bicentennial year of the U.S. abolition of the slave trade, Traces of the Trade offers powerful new perspectives on the black/white divide. An official selection of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. Interested in participating in the book discussion or matinee? Visit our website to register at newmanucc.org/ministries/racialjustice. Please note there will be no book discussion or matinee offered in the month of December
Dedicatory Piano Concert by Philip Martorella
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Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is pleased to present a Dedicatory Piano Concert by Philip Martorella, pianist. The Music Ministry is delighted to announce the dedication of our new piano, a K. Kawai grand piano that was a gift from a generous benefactor. Local favorite Philip Martorella will dedicate our new piano with a fun program featuring works by Mozart, Beethoven, Barber, and Prokofiev. Philip recently released an album of his own compositions entitled “Relax and Philip Martorella Dream” and has written an article about his musical compositions entitled “Something About the Music” " An Anthology of Critical Opinions: A Guide to Contemporary Repertory. The world premiere of his suite entitled “Constellations” for chorus and one piano, four hands was performed at Rhode Island College under the direction of Dr. Teresa Coffman, with John Black and Philip Martorella as pianists. The world premiere of Mr. Martorella’s Piano Concerto in C minor will be performed by the composer with the Rhode Island College Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Alexei Shabelin. The Dedicatory Piano Concert will take place on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 3:00PM. The public is cordially invited and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds benefit Newman’s music program. A reception will follow the concert with an opportunity to meet the artist. Newman Congregational Church, UCC is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI. For more info, to become a sponsor, or to reserve tickets, please call the church office at (401) 434-4742 x10. Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ extravagant welcome. Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916 - on the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues. For more information, call 401-434-4742 X10.
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News and Notes from... Blanding Library By Leslie Patterson
Pumpernickel Puppets Nov. 7
John McDonough of Pumpernickel Puppets brings a special presentation of “Sir George & the Dragon” on Tues. Nov. 7 at 2 pm. Follow an adventurous princess as she journeys to Mystery Mountain to visit the Great Green Dragon. This children’s program is sponsored by the Friends of the Blanding Library.
Story & Craft Times
Story & Craft hours for children ages 3 and up continues on Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30. Baby and Toddler story times are on Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11. Siblings are welcome at both programs. No registration necessary for programs.
Falconry at the Library Nov. 18
We’re pleased to announce a special falconry program on Sat. Nov. 18 at 2 pm. Monadnock Falconry offers the chance for nature enthusiasts to imagine life as a bird of prey. Monadnock Falconry is devoted to environmental education through first-hand experience of these amazing creatures rarely encountered up close in the wild. Depending on the weather, we may have an outdoor flying display, offering the chance for participants to call a hawk to their own glove, or an indoor program with Harris hawks, red-tailed hawks, and great horned owls. This program is for all ages and is suitable for children, including those with disabilities. This program is free but registration is required. Please call 508-252-4236 to register.
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Friends of the Library
Thanks to everyone who helped to make our annual used book sale at the Blanding a great success. This includes all who donated books and bought books (by the bagful!) at the sale in October, and all who bought raffle tickets too. Thanks also to all the local businesses who donated items for the raffle. We greatly appreciate your support. Special thanks to the Friends members who sorted books throughout the year and set up the hall for the sale. We especially appreciated the help that local Boy Scouts gave us by moving all those heavy boxes of books around! Any books left over after the sale were picked up by a charity that collects used books. The funds that the Friends raise go to support a number of library programs, especially children’s programs, throughout the year. The Friends financial contributions allow the Blanding to pay for programs that are then offered for free to the members of our community. If you appreciate all the library has to offer, you can show your support by becoming a member of the Friends, if you aren’t already a member. You can find out more and pick up a membership form at the front desk of the library. Check the library’s website for news on upcoming programs, including the popular children’s program “make your own gingerbread house” which will be coming up in December.
Wednesday History Group
Hank Coleman continues his history discussion group at the library on Wednesdays mornings at 11. Topics in the coming weeks include events developing in Europe during the last decades of the 19th century. This discussion group is open to all with an interest in history. For more information, contact hjcoleman@comcast.net. The Blanding Public Library, 124 Bay State Rd. Rehoboth, is open Monday through Thursday from 10 to 8, and on Friday and Saturday from 10 to 4. Closed on Sundays and holidays. The library will be closed on Sat. Nov. 11 for Veterans’ Day, and on Thanksgiving, Nov. 23. Visit www.blandinglibrary.net or call 508-252-4236 for more information.
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Do you want to get more out of your smartphone or tablet? Bring them to our new monthly Library Tech Class. In each session we will provide an introduction to the most useful tools available to use on your mobile device or help getting started. Join us this month for Library Tech Class: Google Maps on Tuesday, November 21 from 2-3:30 PM in the library’s Large Meeting Room. Before you hit the road this holiday season come to this class to find out how Google Maps can help your road trip. This program is open to smartphone, tablet, and laptop users. You must bring your own device, one device per person; make sure the device is fully charged. Space is limited; registration is required. Register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events. For more information or for help with registration, call Adult Services at 508-336-8230 x56130 or email library@seekonkpl.org.
Nonfiction Book Club: Come Fly the World by Julia Cooke Tuesday, November 28 at 6 PM
Join us for a lively discussion of Come Fly the World: The JetAge Story of the Women of Pan Am by Julia Cooke on Tuesday, November 28th at 6 PM at Seekonk Public Library. The title is available digitally as an ebook and audiobook through Libby and Hoopla, or you may place a hold and pick up a print copy at the library. New members are always welcome! “Required to have a college degree, speak two languages, and possess the political savvy of a Foreign Service officer, a jet-age ADRIAN - Supervisor stewardess serving on iconic Pan Am between 1966 and 1975 also had to be between 5′3″ and 5′9”, between 105 and 140 pounds, and under twenty-six years old at the time of hire. Cooke’s intimate storytelling weaves together the real-life stories of a memorable cast of characters, from small-town girl Lynne Totten, a science major who decided life in a lab was not for her, to Hazel Bowie, one of the relatively few Black stewardesses of the era, as they embraced the liberation of their new jet-set life. Cooke brings to light the story of Pan Am stewardesses’ role in the Vietnam War, as the airline added runs from Saigon to Hong Kong for planeloads of weary young soldiers straight from the battlefields who were off for five days of R&R, and then flown back to war. Finally, with Operation Babylift—the dramatic evacuation Power Washing / Carpentry / Painting of two thousand children during the fall of Power Washing Carpentry and Painting Saigon—the book’s special cast of stewardRefresh your outdoor spaces! • Exterior Door Frame Rot Repair esses unites to play an extraordinary role on Make a big and immediate impact to your (many times, a door can be repaired instead of home, deck, patio, sheds and walkways. the world stage.” replaced saving you money) • Storm Door Installations For more event information, visit www. • Trim Repair and Replacement seekonkpl.org or email library@seekonkpl. • Deck Repairs org. • Painting Projects
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If you are age 50+ and unemployed, underemployed, seeking a new career, or looking for your “Encore Career,” this free career coaching and networking program is for you! Seekonk Public Library invites you to join the ongoing program 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group: Virtual Series on Wednesdays, November 2023. This program is presented online using Zoom. You can attend one or more sessions, choosing from either morning or evening meeting times. Each session covers a different topic: November: Thinking Outside the Box Interview Strategies & Preparation The facilitator for this series is certified career coach Deborah Hope. Go to the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org for registration information. For more information, email library@seekonkpl.org or call 508336-8230.
Atwater~Donnelly Concert Wednesday, November 8 at 6 PM
Atwater~Donnelly will delight you with a night of traditional American and Celtic folk songs and percussive dance at Seekonk Public Library on November 8 at 6 PM. Known for their gorgeous harmonies, come and enjoy their expertise with an astonishing array of instruments including guitar, Appalachian mountain dulcimer, mandolin, tin whistle, harmonica, banjo, limberjacks, and other surprises including a thrilling interpretation of freestyle Appalachian clog dancing. Registration is free and open to all in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events. About the Performer Award-winning, internationally acclaimed musical duo, Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly present delightful programs appealing to all ages with their humor, audience participation and relaxed style. Married since 1989, Aubrey and Elwood perform widely in the United States and abroad and their fourteen recordings receive international airplay and streaming. For more event information or help registering, visit www. seekonkpl.org, email library@seekonkpl.org, or call Adult Services at 508-336-8230 x56130.
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Meet the Authors in a Virtual Series This November
If you enjoy historical fiction and mysteries or enjoy hearing the inside story on the creation of a good book, you’ll enjoy the Meet the Author: Virtual Q&A Series offered by Seekonk Library in collaboration with area libraries. This program is presented online using Zoom. Join us for these November sessions:
Lee Goldberg for Calico
Tuesday, November 7 at 7 PM
Lee Goldberg is a two-time Edgar Award and two-time Shamus Award nominee and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of nearly 40 novels and he’s written and/or produced many TV shows, including Diagnosis Murder, SeaQuest, and Monk. He will share about his latest book, Calico, an investigative thriller with a mind-blowing twist.
Virginia Pye for The Literary Undoing of Victoria Swann Wednesday, November 15 at 7 PM
Award winning Massachusetts author and educator Virginia Pye will share about her latest historical fiction title The Literary Undoing of Victoria Swann. Set in Boston’s Gilded Age, this novel tells the story of a successful woman author of romance and adventure novels who becomes a champion of women’s rights and shows writing and reading as acts of defiance that can liberate us from narrow, constrained lives. Go to the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org for registration information. Book clubs are welcome!
For information, visit www.seekonkpl.org, email library@ seekonkpl.org or call 508-336-8230.
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Come to this FREE, fun, family-friendly event at the Seekonk Library on November 9 at 6:30 PM to learn where our garbage and recycling really goes. Why is it important to recycle? What really should go in your bin? Learn about What’s In and What’s Out and other recycling programs available for batteries, mattresses, textiles, and miscellaneous items. You’re guaranteed to learn something new! Bring an item that you’re not sure can be recycled. Get information and enjoy trivia, fun and raffles too! This program is free and open to the public; for planning and to be notified of program updates please register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl. org/events. For more information, call Adult Services at the library at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.
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Jesse Liam Band Holiday Concert Tuesday, December 5 at 6:30 PM
Celebrate the coming holiday season at Seekonk Public Library with an acoustic Christmas concert by New England’s own Jesse Liam Band. On Tuesday, December 5 at 6:30 pm, join us in the library’s large meeting room for a fun and interactive show for the whole family, featuring international touring and award-winning lead singer Jesse Liam Gauthier and his father, Grammy-nominated recording engineer and producer Jack Gauthier. Accompanied by accomplished percussionist Michael DeQuattro, they will perform popular, multi-generational hits and Holiday favorites, as well as fan-favorite original songs. In the giving spirit of the holidays, the Jesse Liam Band has offered to continue their legacy of philanthropy by supporting the Town of Seekonk’s Holiday Toy Drive for Hasbro Children’s Hospital. A collection bin for unwrapped toy donations will be set up during the concert. This concert is free and open to the public, but due to space constraints, we do require registration at www.seekonkpl.org/events. Toy donation is completely optional and is NOT required to attend. For more information, call Adult Services at the library at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.
Celebrate It’s a Wonderful Life: 75+ Years with George Bailey Wednesday, December 6 at 6 PM
Film buffs and holiday season fans, this program is for you! We all know It’s a Wonderful Life as the classic 1946 film that celebrates life and its true meaning. Join us at Seekonk Public Library on December 6 at 6 PM for It’s a Wonderful Life: 75+ Years with George Bailey to learn even more about this gem from movie aficionado Frank Mandosa. Come enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the history, production, and lasting cultural impact of the perennial holiday favorite that will leave you feeling sentimental all over again!! This program includes photo displays, free handouts, and a raffle ticket drawing for movie-themed door prizes. This program is free and open to all. For planning and notifications, register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events. For more information or assistance, email library@seekonkpl. org, or call Adult Services at 508-336-8230 x56130.
News from Friends of the Seekonk Public Library
The Friends would like to thank all those who have donated books in resale condition. We greatly appreciate those donations which allow us to support the library and its programs. Books can be purchased daily during library hours and we have our big half price sales quarterly. Right now we have only a few large print books and would appreciate any that you would like to donate. The Friends are also in need for people who have two hours to spend in the lobby accepting book donations and payments for purchasing books, as well as greeting people as they come through the door. It’s a great way to meet new people, reconnect with old friends, support the library, and be a welcoming face to those who may need it. If you would like to volunteer each week, we have some time slots available for that. We also need people who would prefer to substitute when a regular volunteer is unable to come to the library. You can obtain an application from the volunteer in the lobby, download one from our website www.seekonkfol.org, or request one to emailed to you at friends@seekonkpl.org.
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Seekonk Library Teen Services is on TikTok! Go to seekoknpl. org/teens to see our latest video, then scroll down for links to our TikTok and Instagram accounts. As always, you’ll find registration buttons for upcoming programs followed by recent library photos at the top of the page. Sign up for the teen email newsletter, download a volunteer or Teen Advisory Board application, and share your opinions by answering the monthly polls on the right side of the page.
Teen Advisory Board
Thursday, November 9 at 3:30 PM
**Please note: This month’s TAB meeting is a week later than normal, and all meetings will start at 3:30 PM from now on. Meetings are for TAB members only. To join, visit seekonkpl.org/teens and download the TAB application. Email the finished application to teens@seekonkpl.org or turn it in at the Research Help Desk in the Library. Your opinion matters! If you’re in grade 6 through 12, then you have a chance to make a difference at your library by joining the Teen Advisory Board (TAB). During the school year, we will meet once a month at 3:30 PM to share ideas about upcoming programs
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One Up Games returns to Seekonk Library with a Magic: The Gathering - Learn to Play workshop for tweens and teens. Players will be taught how to play the MTG Trading Card Game by One Up’s professional staff, participate in games and take home their very own Starter Deck! From the official game website: “Magic is a collectible trading card game of fun-filled, strategic games to play with friends old and new. Welcoming worldbuilders, narrative lovers, and gameplay enthusiasts alike, Magic has something for everyone and countless ways to play. Whether you’re sitting at the kitchen table, playing online, or battling in a high-stakes competition, there’s a place for you in the world of Magic: The Gathering.” This 3-hour event is free and open to tweens and teens in grades 6 through 12. Space is limited, so register early! For more information, call Adult Services at the library at (508) 336-8230 or email teens@seekonkpl.org.
Mandala Dotting for Tweens & Teens Thursday, November 16 at 3:00 PM
Experience the calming effects of creative expression at this fun and relaxing class taught by artist Beth Goulet. Starting with a blank 12-inch square canvas, you’ll pick your paint colors out of a large selection, and Beth will lead you step-by-step through the process of Mandala dotting while leaving time and space for you to make this a unique piece of art. This is a beginners’ class—no experience necessary! This 2-hour workshop is free and open to tweens and teens in grades 6 through 12. Registration is required. For more information, call Adult Services at the library at (508) 336-8230 or email teens@seekonkpl.org.
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Build reading skills and gain confidence in reading aloud by coming to the Library to “Paws To Read”. Register to reserve a 15-minute time slot to have your child read to Gizmo and Pepe, two adorable chihuahua/pomeranian mix therapy dogs. Each one-on-one private session is facilitated by Sandra Healey and her two dogs. Registration required.
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Sign Language for Babies
Thursday, November 9, 10 AM
Families and their babies and toddlers (under age 2) will learn and practice signs, enjoy a song, and hear a story. Learn about the benefits of using sign language to help your baby or toddler build communication skills, reduce frustration, and enhance their connection to others. Please bring a blanket to sit on and toys for your little one to play with. Registration Required.
Learn Rubik’s Cube!
Wednesday, November 15, 4 PM
Learn how to solve the first layer of Rubik’s Cube! Join Collin G., a local expert on everything related to the Rubik’s Cube for instruction on how to start solving the first layer. Collin will also display his collection of different types of cubes, share information about the cube’s history, and share the details of ‘cubing communities’ and speed competitions. Parental participation is encouraged. Ages 8+. Registration required.
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Join Ms Sandie in discovering traditional Native American Tales, in celebration of Native American History Month! Ms Sandie will read aloud tales and fables from the Inuit, Alaskan Dena’ina, and other Native American tribes. We’ll have time for discussion and a related activity. Registration required.
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Let’s spread good cheer for all the creatures in the forest! We’ll meet at Osamequin Farm for a caroling stroll along the trails to sing together, explore the winter landscape, and celebrate the festive season. We’ll end the visit by decorating a forest tree for the birds, critters, and forest fairies to enjoy! A family event suited for all ages. Registration required.
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Join us for stories, songs, and an early literacy activity in English and Spanish. For ages 3-5. Led by Jocelyn Carvalho, Family & Community Engagement Grant Coordinator for PACE Child Care Works, and Gloria Cardona, an outreach coordinator with the CFCE (Coordinated Family and Community Engagement) Program. Registration required.
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Estate Planning Basics
The topic of estate planning if expansive. I am going to cover some of the basic documents and considerations. Please note that I am not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice. It is critical to involve an attorney in your estate planning, and I recommend going to one that specializes in estate planning. Almost every adult should have three basic legal documents in place. Health Care Proxy. A health care proxy (also known as a Medical Power of Attorney) designates someone to make medical decisions if you are unable to do so for yourself. This is often a spouse, partner, parent or sibling. It is generally recommended that this individual live close to you, if possible, for logistical reasons. HIPAA Authorization. Many Health Care Proxies include HIPPA authorizations. If not, you may want to consider creating these as well. HIPAA Authorizations give permission for medical providers to release medical information about you to designated people. Local providers may want you to fill out their version of this as well. Durable Power of Attorney. This document designates someone that can manage your finances if you are incapacitated. You designate an Attorney-In-Fact that would be able to pay bills, access your bank accounts and investments and perform other financial duties. Most powers of attorney are set up to be in force immediately. If this is the case, it is obviously important that you trust the individual as they could steal your money if they wanted to. You can also have a power of attorney that does not become effective until you are incapacitated. Will. Everyone should have a will. If you own a home or have minor children, it is critical that you have one. Probably the most important function of a will is to designate who will take care of your children if you pass away. If you are married, this generally is your spouse. But it is also important to designate a backup guardian, in the event you both pass away. A will also provides direction on where your assets will go at your death. Please note that a will does NOT allow your assets to pass probate-free. If your asset does not have a designated beneficiary, it will need to be probated, but your will provides directions to the court and executor. An obvious
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example of why you need a will is to tell the court who receives your house. You can also include other items like cars, jewelry, etc. It is possible to pass assets without probate through a trust. It is also possible to include instructions in your will to establish a trust at your death, known as a testamentary trust. A trust might be important if you have minor children and you do not want them to have full access to their inheritance at age 21. Beneficiary Designations. Something very effective and very simple to put in place is designated beneficiaries. This allows many assets to pass to your beneficiaries without being probated. If a specific asset has a beneficiary designation, it supersedes any direction in your will. Retirement assets (IRAs, annuities, 401k plans, etc.) can have a beneficiary, as well as life insurance policies. Brokerage investment accounts don’t always have a beneficiary, but can be added. This is called a Transfer On Death, or TOD, account. You can also ask your bank to make your account Payable On Death, or POD. Ownership. Bank accounts, brokerage accounts and real estate can also be owned with another person, called Joint With Rights of Survivorship (JWROS). If this type of ownership is in place, it will automatically pass to the other person if one person passes. There are other forms of ownership as well, which are outside of the scope of this article. There are more complex estate planning vehicles and concepts which will be discussed in a future article. These include trusts, gifting, business owner considerations, Limited Liability Corporations (LLCs), charitable strategies, estate taxes, and Income with Respect to the Decedent (IRD) taxes. Estate planning is a critical component of financial planning and a key part of what we assist clients with. As I mentioned before, a financial advisor can assist in the estate planning process, but does not replace an attorney. Some people prefer to draft documents using online sources, but I personally recommend going to a local estate planning attorney. Written by Lars Lambrecht, CFP, CLU, BFA, AMPA, CDFA, CLTC. Lars is a Rehoboth resident and Private Wealth Advisor.
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IN MEMORIAM Daniel Stanley Lass Daniel Stanley Lass, age 80, of Barrington, RI and formerly of Rehoboth, MA, passed away with his family beside him on Monday, October 9th at RI Hospital. Born on May 14, 1943 to the late Rosamond (Malloy) and Henry Lass, he grew up in Pawtucket, RI and graduated from Tolman High School. He went on to the University of Rhode Island, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy/Turf Management. After graduation, he served in the RI National Guard as an MP. He was the Assistant Superintendent at Daniel Stanley Lass Pawtucket Country Club for a short time before he became Superintendent at Rehoboth Country Club in 1971, where he remained for approximately 40 years before retiring. He is survived by his devoted wife Bonnie Lass, daughter Kate and husband Joe Cherepowich, son Adam and partner Crystal Weeks, grandchildren Anna, Alec, Evan and Boman, stepsons Jared Mitnik, Nahum and wife Christina Mitnik and grandchildren Logan, Emma and Noah. The happiest days of his teen and early adult years were spent hunting, fishing and tinkering about cars with his two best friends on a family owned farm in Seekonk, where they caused plenty of mischief and still laughed about their escapades until the end of his life. The golf course was central to his life from early adulthood until his later years. In 1972 he built a home abutting the course’s 14th fairway with his first wife Sue and raised 2 children there. In 1987, Dan met his soulmate Bonnie. They married in 1993 and relocated to Barrington and a home on the Barrington River where, for the past almost 30 years, they enjoyed watching the sunset from their dock or back porch while the boats went by and the birds flew in and out. They spent many happy vacations in the Caribbean. Dan had a lifelong passion for nature and wildlife and a special love for birds. An avid sportsman, he loved hunting, fishing and boating, as well as competitive skeet shooting. He was an active member of the East Warren Rod and Gun Club. He loved cars and was gifted and highly skilled mechanically, personally maintaining
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his family’s and the golf course’s vehicles and equipment over the years. He enjoyed music and dancing, reading and watching documentaries. He loved lighting fireworks and his hobbies included building and flying model airplanes. Dan Lass, aka “Danny” and “Pop”, was tall and handsome, intelligent and often very funny. On occasion his quick, dry but “colorful” sense of humor got him into trouble but still made us laugh. He will be sadly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. Calling hours will be Monday, October 23, 2023 from 4:00 to 7:00PM at the Wilber-Romano Funeral Home, 615 Main St., Warren, RI. The family welcomes anyone who has a memory or a story about Dan they’d like to share to please do so at calling hours. Burial private. For tributes or tributes, please visit: www.wilbur-romano.com
Peter Santos Peter Santos, age 82, passed away peacefully Monday, October 16, 2023 comforted by family. He was the loving husband of Jean (Leffort) Santos with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. Born in Rehoboth, the son of the late Manuel, Sr. and Evangeline (Albernaz) Santos he was a lifelong Rehoboth resident. A proud patriot, he was a veteran of the United States Army and the Rhode Island National Guard. Mr. Santos worked Peter Santos in construction as a truck driver for V.F Capaldi Construction Corp. for over 30 years before retiring in 2001. A hard worker, he was always repairing and building something and especially enjoyed working on his antique tractors. He was never too busy to help another and delighted in time spent with his grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Karen Hathaway and her husband Don of Rehoboth; two grandchildren, Colton and Kylee Hathaway and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Manuel Santos, Jr. His Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 10:00AM in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Birchcrest, 189 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours are Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00PM. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery will be private. For directions and tributes please visit www.waring-sullivan.com.
Death Notices Seekonk
• Joseph A. Conti, 85, of Seekonk, MA. passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 5,2023. • Seekonk John W. Blake, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
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Nancy L. (Beaulieu) Noons Nancy L. (Beaulieu) Noons,81, Burial at 10:00am in St. Dominic’s Church 1277 G.A.R. Highway, of Rehoboth, passed away peaceSwansea, Ma. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 550 fully at her residence with her lovWampanoag Trail, East Providence. Relatives and friends are ining family by her side, on Monday, vited to attend. Calling hours are on Thursday from 4:00pm-8:00pm October 23, 2023. Born on July at the funeral home. 30, 1942, in Providence, RI, the In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to daughter of the late Arthur Beauthe Amedisys Foundation 182 North Main Street, Fall River, MA. lieu and Evelyn Chantre, Nancy 02720 or to the Rehoboth Food Pantry, 51 Winthrop Street, Unit 2, lived a long, fulfilling life, leaving Rehoboth, MA., 02769. a lasting impact on those fortuwww.rebellofuneralhome.com nate to know her. Her kindness, friendliness, and thoughtful nature made her a beacon of warmth and love in the lives of her family Nancy L. (Beaulieu) Noons and friends. Nancy was the cherished wife of the late Robert J. Noons. Together, they built a home filled with love and laughter, raising five wonderful children. She is survived by her sons, Robert D. Noons and his wife Nancy, Daniel A. Noons and his wife Lori, Steven Noons and his wife Tammy, her daughter Sheri Houde and her companion Scott Palmer, and Alfred Noons and his wife Kristen, all residing in Rehoboth, MA. Nancy was a dedicated and nurturing mother, always putting her family first. She was the beloved sister of Paul Chantre of Winter Haven, Locally Owned & Operated for 20 Years Florida, Joyce Kazarian, of East Providence, whom she held a special bond with, and Jean Peterson of Riverside. She was preceded Quality, Service & Dependability in death by her sister, Claire Heroux. Her siblings remember her as a pillar of support and a source of endless love and care. • INSPECTIONS • EMERGENCY SERVICE • SWEEPING Nancy was the proud grandmother of thirteen grandchildren: Ashley, Dan, Nicole, Tim, Brittney, Lauren, Megan, Bethany, Cris• CAPS • LINERS • REBUILDS • WATERPROOFING tina, Rachael, Catie, Madison, and Dallas. She was also the great• FLASHING • DRYER VENT CLEANING grandmother of six: Milani, Aria, Capri, Jude, Hunter, and Nicholas. Nancy’s heart was big enough to hold love for each of them, and Masonry Repair & Restoration: she treasured every moment she spent with her grandchildren Walkways • Patios • Pavers • Walls • Chimneys and great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. Nancy chose to dedicate her life to homemaking, a role she cherished. She took pride in creating a warm, inviting home for www.kennysmasonryandchimneysweeps.com her family, and she was always there to offer a comforting word, a delicious meal, or a shoulder to lean on. Her family was her world, and she embraced every opportunity to spend time with them. Beyond her family, Nancy had a zest for life that she expressed through her interests. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed doing puzzles and playing games. Her competitive spirit was always in good fun, and she loved the camaraderie and excitement of these activities. Nancy also liked going to the casinos to play the slots, a pastime that brought her joy and excitement. Nancy’s life was a testament to the Competent Concern When the Need Arises power of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those Affordable Funeral & Cremation Services regardless of financial circumstance who loved her. As we mourn her passing, Pre-Planning Specialists we also celebrate the life of a woman who Proudly serving Rehoboth & Seekonk families since 1898 was a beacon of love and warmth, a woman who made the world a better place just by Andrew J. Correia, MBIE; President/Funeral Director & Embalmer being in it. May she rest in peace. Her funeral will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at 8:30am from the REBELLO 210 Taunton Ave., ROUTE 44 • East Providence RI 02914 FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East (401) 434-2600 • www.jhwilliamsfuneralhome.com Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian
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John C. White, Jr. Rehoboth - John C. White, Jr.,87, a lifelong resident of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, RI. Born on September 18, 1936, in Rehoboth, he was the loving husband of the late Jane A. White and the son of the late John C. White Sr. and the late Mary (Silva) White. John was a dedicated family man and is survived by his three children, John White, III and his wife Tammy of Rehoboth, David J. White and his John C. White, Jr. wife Michelle of Dighton, and Cynthia Harrison and her husband Ray of Rehoboth. He was a proud grandfather to Aaron, Austin, John, Beth Correia, Raymond Harrison IV, Noah, and Hannah White. He also had the joy of being a great-grandfather to Waylon Correia. His cousin, Louise Peck of Rehoboth, also survives him.
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John worked as a truck driver for Rotondo Precast for over 30 years before retiring. He was known for his work ethic, dedication, and commitment to his profession. His colleagues remember him as a reliable and supportive team member who always stepped in to lend a hand when needed. A man of faith, John was a member of the Abundant Life Assembly of God Church. His faith was an integral part of his life, and he lived it out each day through his actions and interactions with others. He was known for his loving, thoughtful, and faith-filled nature, which touched everyone he met. John had a passion for the outdoors and took great pleasure in gardening. His hands were never idle as he tended to his plants and nurtured them to grow. He was also fond of his farmall tractors, which he took great pride in maintaining. His love for working on his land was evident in the meticulous care he took of his property. Above all, John cherished the time he spent with his family and grandchildren. He believed in the importance of family and worked hard to create a warm and loving environment for them. His home was a place of laughter, shared stories, and plenty of love. Every family gathering was a testament to the strong bonds he fostered with his children and grandchildren. John C. White, Jr. will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather. His legacy of love, faith, and hard work will continue to live on through his family. His life was a testament to the values he held dear, and his memory will continue to inspire those who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visiting hours on Friday, November 3,2023 from 5:00pm-7:00pm in the REBELLO FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East Providence, RI, and on Saturday November 4, 2023, from 8:30am -9:30am, IN THE ABUNDANT LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, 135 New Meadow Road Owners and Directors, Amy Silva Rigtrup, Type 3, Swansea. Followed by a funeral service at Lawrence Quintal, Type 3 and 10:00am in the Abundant Life Assembly of Christine (DeLawrence) Quintal, Type 3 God Church. Burial will follow in Rehoboth Village Cemetery, Bay State Road, Rehoboth Ma. Donations in his memory may be made to the Missions Program C/O Abundant Life Assembly of God Church, 135 New Meadow Road, Swansea, MA. 02777. www.rebellofuneralhome.com.
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• Stephen (Steve) G. Russell, 78, of Seekonk, MA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, September 25, 2023. • Glenn E. Tiberiis, of Rehoboth, a loving and intelligent family man, passed away at Hope Hospice Providence RI on October 20, 2023, at the age of 85. • Nancy L. (Beaulieu) Noons,81, of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully at her residence with her loving family by her side, on Monday, October 23, 2023.
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Elaine H. (Smith) Baker When Elaine H. (Smith) Baker died early Monday morning, Oct. 23, in Vero Beach, Fla., it didn’t take long for the news to spread to her beloved hometown of Seekonk, retirement community of Melbourne Village or points across the East Coast – and beyond. Baker, 89, passed away peacefully at the Brookdale Senior Living Center, surrounded by loving children and grandchildren, at about 8 a.m. She had told her family numerous times she wanted to live to be 90, Elaine H. (Smith) Baker which would have occurred in less than three months, but her body chose another path, as she had developed cancer several months ago, then became ill with pneumonia. She was born Elaine Hewitt Smith in Providence, R.I. on Jan. 16, 1934, the eldest daughter of the late Daniel Bertram Smith and Bernice H. (Peck) Smith. She went to elementary and junior high school in Seekonk before graduating from East Providence High School in 1951. After moving on to college for a brief time, she returned home, met Albert H. Baker, Jr., and fell in love, later marrying on Feb. 15, 1954 at Grace Episcopal Church in Providence. Call that sweet symmetry, as the couple’s four children – Janneane L. (Baker) Randall, Jonathan L. Baker, Jill L. Baker and Jeremy L. Baker – all were baptized there. Even before raising the quartet with love and wisdom, she decided after Jeremy’s birth to return to school to become a teacher. Just before her youngest began school, she started at Rhode Island College and later earned a Bachelor’s of Elementary Education in 1973, though she also minored in another passion, theatre. The following year, she began teaching first grade at North Elementary School in north Seekonk, and in the interim attended night school at RIC to gain a Master’s of Education with an emphasis in reading in 1978. Throughout that teaching tenure, which lasted until her retirement in 1997, her former students reveled in her ability to teach them not only about the standards of math, spelling and reading, but also nature and life. Baker almost always would have a guinea pig in her classroom, and every weekend, she made sure every one of them would bring them home to care for. One year, Elaine even captured the North School Teachers’ Award as the “Best Tooth Puller.” So adored was “Mrs. Baker” at North School, ex-student Michelle Longbottom Lopes chose earlier this summer to inform Elaine’s eldest, Jan, to ask her thoughts about contacting other students and get them to congregate for a photo in front of their old school. She also wanted them all to write Facebook messages to her as she battled cancer. The tandem made it happen, and the remembrances thrilled Elaine to know the impact she had on their lives. Following her retirement, Elaine moved to Florida – as her parents had – to enjoy life, and she did with her favorite hobbies of swimming, knitting, reading, solving crosswords, singing family songs with her kids and grandchildren, watching Jeopardy! and napping. For decades, she loved watching both the Pawtucket Red Sox in person and the Boston Red Sox on NESN. She rarely missed a game. Even when she moved away, she would watch the Patriots and Bruins when they were on TV. The same goes for tennis and golf, as well as romance movies on Lifetime. She is survived by younger sister Marjorie Smith Jenkins of Utah and brother Daniel G. Smith of Seekonk; and her children and
spouses, Janneane and Robert Randall of Seekonk; Jonathan and Brenda Baker of Pawtucket; Jill Baker and Tony Gore of Cranston; Jeremy and Maggie Baker of Vero Beach; and Maria Sparsis and Randy Hagood of Vero Beach. She is also survived by grandchildren Allison Randall; Leila M. (Lawrence) and Kristopher Hoy; Andrew C. Randall and Meredith J. (Lawrence) and Joshua Salmon; great-grandchildren Welton Baker Hoy and Beatrix Elaine Salmon; step great-grandchildren Alleysia and Aislynn Hoy; and dozens of other family members and friends. “My beautiful grandma passed away, and I can’t imagine a world without her,” said Meredith. “She taught me so much. She instilled in me a love for reading and naps, and was an incredible listener, comforter and provider of unconditional love. “She was my matron of honor, my daughter’s namesake and a best friend,” she added. “Though I know she was ready to go, I wish I had an infinite amount of time with her. Loads of love, Gram! I will miss you forever!” A private memorial service is still being planned by her family. Her ashes will be scattered next to her late husband’s under the blue spruce tree at the family homestead’s lot. In Lieu of flowers we respectfully request that donations in Elaine’s memory be made to Community Autism Resources, where Elaine volunteered for over 10 years. Donations can be mailed to Community Autism Resources 40-A Dean St. Taunton, MA.
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SCHOOL NEWS Bill Runey Addresses Field Hockey Injury On the night of November 2nd, a female field hockey player for the Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School girls’ field hockey team sustained significant facial and dental injuries when she was struck in the face by a shot in the third quarter versus Swampscott in an MIAA state playoff contest. The shot was taken by a male member of the Swampscott girls field hockey team. This injury required hospitalization. The player, her family, teammates, and coaches remain in my prayers. While I understand that the MIAA has guidelines in place for co-ed participation under section 43 of their handbook, this incident dramatically magnifies the concerns of many about player safety. In speaking with a representative of the MIAA this morning, she shared that the MIAA handbook has a legal note (see their legal note) explaining how the Massachusetts Equal Rights Amendment makes the participation of males on female teams legal. I understand that the Mass ERA legislation is voluminous; and therefore, is very difficult to modify in total. However,seeing the horror in the eyes of our players and coaches upon greeting their bus last night is evidence to me that there has to be a renewed approach by the MIAA to protect the safety of our athletes. In years past, there were provisions in girls’ volleyball that, although boys could participate, they could not play on the front line because their ability to spike the ball created a higher level of risk. I have been told that those restrictions were deemed illegal and no longer exist. Athletics has come so far in the realm of safety, but the equipment and the training that our athletes are receiving in today’s day and age requires us to be more thoughtful about all of our rules and policies regarding safety. To be clear, I have the utmost respect for the abilities of female athletes. I am the father of three and all three were very successful continued at top...
in their high school athletic careers. My two daughters remain in the athletic realm today due, in large part, to their positive experience in high school athletics. We have a responsibility to preserve that positivity for all of our athletes today and in the future. Thank you. Together, we are DR! ~ Bill Runey
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Palmer River has been buzzing with activity. Teachers and students engaged in fall-themed activities throughout October that incorporated all major academic areas. These activities included fall items such as apples, leaves, and pumpkins. Preschool and kindergarten students were fortunate to have Lieutenant Randy Larrivee and Firefighter T.J. Sarrazin visit them for fire safety month. During his visit, he shared fire safety knowledge tips with students. Our students also enjoyed an up-close fire truck experience. On October 26th, our second-grade students and their families were invited to a Math-or-Treat event. This event consisted of spooky math games, costumes, and treats. It was great to see so many second graders having fun with math. On October 31st, our kindergarten and preschool students hosted a themed parade around the school. The students and teachers enjoyed seeing our youngest students in their costumes. Teachers also had activities and projects planned for the day. A fun time was had by all!
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Food & Dining Guide 5 Cozy Ways to Add Warmth to Cold-Weather Meals Cayenne
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If you’re craving a meal that’s big on flavor but short on prep time, it’s hard to top the classic comfort food combo of chicken and rice. This Parmesan Chicken and Rice with Spinach and Artichoke starts with the homestyle taste of fully cooked Minute Chicken & Herb Seasoned Rice Cups with carrots, onion and garlic. The BPA-free cups offer a quick and flavorful option for an on-the-go power-up loaded with chicken, vegetables and herbs paired with hearty rice. Ready in only 1 minute, you can enjoy the flavored rice right out of the cup or prepare it as part of this 5-minute recipe on a busy weeknight.
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(Family Features) For busy families, it’s hard to beat a one-skillet dish that cuts down on cleanup without sacrificing flavor. Especially during the hectic fall season when cool, crisp days call for comforting food, you can warm up the evening with a hot Tex-Mex meal that’s sure to occupy a permanent spot on the menu. Start with a versatile comfort food staple like sweetpotatoes, which provide the body for this filling Tex-Mex Sweetpotato Beef Skillet. As a versatile veggie that’s easy to add to a variety of recipes for enhanced flavor and nutrition content, they can become a pantry must in your home for simple and elevated recipes alike. To maximize their already-lengthy shelf life (up to 4 weeks), simply store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources – never in the refrigerator, which can cause “chill damage.” Because they can be cooked and prepared in a skillet, baked, grilled, slow-cooked, microwaved, air-fried and more, they provide a crowd favorite that’s a breeze to use in the kitchen. In this delicious dish, they’re combined with peppers, onions, ground beef, broth, tomatoes, corn, Southwest seasoning and more to keep chilly days at bay. Consider this fun fact to share with your loved ones at the dinner table: The one-word spelling of “sweetpotato” was officially adopted by the National Sweetpotato Collaborators in 1989 to avoid confusion with equally unique and distinctive potatoes, which are also grown and marketed commercially in the United States. Find more comfort food favorites by visiting ncsweetpotatoes.com.
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Ingredients
• 2 medium sweetpotatoes • 3bell peppers (combination of red, yellow and orange) • 1 small onion • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, divided • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1 pound lean ground beef • 1/2 cup beef broth • 1 can diced tomatoes • 8 ounces tomato sauce • 1 can Mexi-corn or Southwest corn • 1 tablespoon Southwest seasoning • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste
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Rinse and scrub sweetpotatoes to clean. Chop into 1/2-inch cubes. Dice bell pepper and onion. Set aside. In skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil or butter. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, being careful not to burn. Add ground beef, breaking apart and stirring until cooked through, 5-7 minutes. Remove garlic and beef to covered bowl or plate; set aside. In same skillet, add remaining oil or butter. Saute peppers, onion and sweetpotatoes until slightly tender. Pour in broth, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce; cover and simmer 12-15 minutes. Stir in cooked beef and corn. Cook until liquid reduces and mixture thickens slightly. Add seasoning and salt and pepper, to taste.
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Holiday Guide Small Business Saturday
Shop Small on Saturday, November 25, 2023
Saturday, November 25, 2023 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Please join SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local small businesses by shopping at a small business. Founded by American Express in 2010 and officially cosponsored by SBA since 2011, Small Business Saturday has become an important part of small businesses’ busiest shopping season. Historically, reported projected spending among U.S. consumers who shopped at independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business Saturday reached an estimated $17.9 billion according to the 2022 Small Business Saturday Consumer Insights Survey commissioned by American Express. 363 Taunton Ave. (Rte 44) Seekonk, MA. • (508) 399-8947 The highly successful team of SBA, Women Impacting Public Hours: Mon - Sat 8-5, Sun 8-4 Policy (WIPP), and American Express will be kicking off the 2023 holiday season by encouraging consumers to support our nation’s nearly 32 million independent businesses this Small Business Saturday and all holiday season long.
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(StatePoint) The busiest shopping days of the 2023 holiday season are on the horizon. Industry experts point out that knowing these dates in advance can help you score great deals -- or beat the crowds -- depending on your shopping priorities. “Amid inflation, the return of student loan repayments and other factors that could impact holiday spending, many consumers will be bargain hunting this year. Since retailers are likely to plan promotions and experiences around the busiest shopping days of the year, if you’re on a budget, you should take note of when these days occur and adjust your plans accordingly,” says Brian Field, global leader of retail consulting and analytics at Sensormatic Solutions, a retail solutions provider of Johnson Controls. “And of course, it’s helpful to know these dates if you simply wish to avoid bumper-to-bumper parking lots and crowded store aisles.” On average, the top 10 busiest shopping days in the United States account for approximately 40% of all holiday retail traffic, according to Sensormatic Solutions, which based on historical data, predicts those days will be: 1. Friday, Nov. 24 – Black Friday 2. Saturday, Dec. 23 – Super Saturday 3. Saturday, Dec. 16 – Third Saturday in December 4. Friday, Dec. 22 – Friday before Christmas 5. Saturday, Nov. 25 – Saturday after Black Friday 6. Tuesday, Dec. 26 – Boxing Day 7. Saturday, Dec. 9 – Second Saturday in December 8. Saturday, Dec. 2 – First Saturday in December 9. Saturday, Dec. 30 – Saturday after Christmas 10. Sunday, Dec. 17 – Sunday before Christmas Eve In addition to planning your spending around the top 10 shopping days, Field advises taking your own personality into Come See Our consideration for the best shopper experience. For example, if you want to get a jump New Expanded on the holiday season, Veterans’ Day, which Store! falls on the second Saturday in November right before the start of the formal holiday shopping season, may be ideal, as retailers are likely to capitalize on the timing and go all-in on early promotions. However, if you are someone who prefers the excitement of finding last-minute deals, you should be aware that Super Saturday, the second predicted busiest shopping day of the season, falls very late this year on Dec. 23, and could be the last opportunity to wrap up shopping. For more holiday shopping insights, visit sensormatic.com. “Finding meaningful, fun and trendy gifts for friends and family is one of the best parts of the holiday season, especially when you have insights that will help you stretch your budget and shop with minimal stress,” says Field.
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5 Tips To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft During The Holidays
Review Financial Statements. In general, reviewing your financial statements is a good practice to have. However, during the holidays it is even more so! Reviewing your statements gives you the ability to monitor any unauthorized transactions or suspicious activity. Check ATMs, Point-of-Sale Terminals: Before you place your card into an ATM card reader, inspect the reader, shake the device and ensure there is no device attached to it. Scammers will place skimming devices on ATMs and Point-of-Sale Terminals. This is a device that looks similar to the ATM that captures one’s credit card information and PIN. Scammers can use this information to create other accounts and to steal from that specific account as well. Public Wi-Fi Shopping - In the past Public Wi-fi could have been a major risk to use as users. However, today, most websites now use encryption. However, to ensure this, you want to check for the lock symbol so that the website contains “https” in the website address. This can be done on a computer, laptop and or mobile device. Online Shopping Scams - We know that year after year, online shopping becomes easier and is a major convenience. However, hackers know this too! There will be an increase in text, call, and email scams, most likely claiming to be a store you may have used. Verify, verify, verify! Be sure to verify the phone number and email addresses that these messages are coming from. Avoid Online Marketplaces: Facebook marketplace and others can be a great place to find great deals. However, if paying cash with someone you do not know, you do not have the protections for your purchase as you would if you were to shop at a retail store. This post is for information only. See your financial advisor, bank representative, attorney, or contact your credit card company for ways to protect your assets given your situation. I am not responsible for any negative financial or other impacts derived from any included or excluded information. Paulo G. Salgueiro, Jr. M.S.C.J. holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice with certificates in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination as well as Mental Illness, Crime, and Justice. Salgueiro also wrote/co-produced a documentary, “Frederick’s Story” where he interviewed an incarcerated individual at the Bristol County House of Correction.
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5 Tips for Getting Kids Involved in Holiday Traditions
(StatePoint) The holiday season is a magical time of year filled with cherished traditions that bring families together. And while gift-giving is one of the most beloved customs (especially for children), it can sometimes overshadow the true spirit of the season. Here are a few festive winter activities that focus on quality time together and spreading joy. 1. Spread Joy with Kid-Created Cards. According to a recent survey from AmericanGreetings.com, nearly 90% of Americans say that season’s greetings bring them joy; and 92% say they specifically enjoy kids’ homemade cards. This year, eliminate the stress of planning holiday cards—and teach kids about spreading cheer—with the Creatacard app for iPad. The easy-to-use app from American Greetings allows kids to create, color and customize cards using virtual tools, including markers, photo frames, stamps and and stickers. Once complete, the greeting can be sent via email, text, or on social media. It’s a simple, cost-effective and personalized way to teach them about bringing joy to others. 2. Quality Time in the Kitchen. Kids love sweet treats, so start involving them with baking and decorating traditional holiday goodies. In addition to being an excellent way to spend time together as a family, the tradition teaches them cooking basics, like reading recipes and measuring ingredients. Be sure to make it fun with plenty of frosting and sprinkles, or even add some competition with a decorating contest. You can also pair this activity with a cozy movie night or deliver treats to neighbors and family members to teach the importance of kindness and giving. 3. Deck the Halls. A perfect holiday tradition for the whole family to get involved in is the Christmas tree. Whether it’s a trip to pick out a real tree, or setting up an artificial one, you can make it an adventure from setup to decoration. Plus, crafting homemade ornaments each year is the perfect kid contribution. Not only will they take pride in their creations, but each year will spark a bit of holiday nostalgia. 4. Interactive Christmas Countdown. According to a recent survey, what do 94% of Americans say increases the excitement of the holiday season? Advent calendars. But this year, skip the paper versions and get the whole family engaged with the interactive Jacquie Lawson Advent Calendar. The unique virtual calendar offers breathtaking illustrations of a fictional English country
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estate with exciting features unlocked daily in December. From a scavenger hunt to music, daily gifts, animated stories, books, games, creative activities, puzzles, and so much more, there, there’ something for everyone to enjoy and look forward to each day of the season. 5. Teach the Spirit of Giving. While it can sometimes be easier to do the holiday shopping yourself, involving kids in gift-giving can teach them the thoughtfulness behind selecting meaningful gifts. If you have a large family, consider a Secret Santa where everyone shops for one specific family member. This is also a good opportunity to help kids make homemade gifts with more sentimental value. For an added lesson, explain how to follow a budget and count money when at the store. By incorporating these tips into your holiday traditions, you will create lasting memories, instill valuable lessons and celebrate the joy of giving with your family.
Simplify Holiday Hosting from Start to Finish
(Family Features) Hosting a major holiday event is no small effort. It requires close attention to detail from planning, cooking and cleaning to entertaining guests on the big day. Fortunately, just like any good recipe, approaching your hosting duties one step at a time can allow you to create a magnificent final product. This Thanksgiving, the experts at Finish are helping hosts everywhere get organized, from the initial planning all the way through clean up, with the Ultimate Thanksgiving Timer. Created in partnership with Gaby Dalkin of “What’s Gaby Cooking,” it’s a personalized hosting timeline designed to help hosts stay on track up to and throughout the big day. “I’ve been hosting holiday gatherings for years and know from firsthand experience that even capable hosts struggle to time everything just right,” Dalkin said. “From planning your menu and designing your tablescape to accommodating dietary restrictions and even serving dessert, the Ultimate Thanksgiving Timer will support hosts every step of the way this year.”
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Plan Your Guest List and Menu
Deciding how many guests you’ll be serving and what you plan to serve are two essential details that will guide the rest of your planning. When creating your guest list, be realistic about how many are likely to attend and plan your menu for a few extra people so you don’t run out of food. Your menu may also be influenced by how many guests you plan to host; a whole turkey is practical for a large group, but a turkey breast may be adequate for a more intimate gathering. Remember to send your invites at least three weeks ahead of the event so guests have plenty of time to respond and you can prepare your menu.
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Start Grocery Shopping Early
The rush at the grocery store can be one of the most stressful parts of getting ready to host. Give yourself enough lead time by picking up pantry staples and beverages 1-2 weeks out so your kitchen is stocked for the big day. For perishables, get to the grocery store early in the day 1-2 days before hosting to beat the rush and avoid any last-minute grocery runs the morning of your gathering.
Maximize Prep Time
While it’s likely the majority of your work will come on the big day, you can work ahead to reduce some of the load. For example, you can wash and chop vegetables for stuffing and other side dishes and store them overnight to minimize prep time in the morning. You can also use the quiet of the night before to tackle tasks like setting the table and organizing your seating chart, restocking towels and replenishing other essentials in the guest bathroom.
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The day of your event is the perfect time to pull extra hands into the kitchen. A simple but tasty recipe like this Ultimate Cheesy Herb continued next page...
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Sourdough Stuffing from Dalkin is a sure crowd-pleaser to add to your table this year. Once you establish your cooking space and find your rhythm, you may even find sharing the preparations with a loved one is a great way to bond and create special memories.
Make Cleanup a Cinch
A few simple tricks can help you maintain a relatively clean workspace and keep up with all the dishes you need to prepare a lavish meal. First, be sure to clean up as you go. It may be tempting to throw all of your dirty utensils and empty mixing bowls in a pile in the sink to deal with later, but taking a few minutes to scrape dishes and load the dishwasher as you go can help prevent a messy mountain from forming. That also means you’ll be more likely to find a clean measuring cup or spoon when you move on to prepare the next dish. Hosts have enough to worry about, so let your dishwasher do the hard work and pull in reinforcements to help clean up while you relax after a long day. Use a detergent that works in the toughest conditions, from burnt-on stains to old dishwashers and hard water, like Finish Ultimate. It’s the only dish detergent tab with CycleSync technology that releases the right ingredient at the right time to work with your dishwasher.
You can skip the rinse, even on tough stains like cranberry sauce and gravy, and save up to 20 gallons of water. Hosts are invited to put Finish Ultimate to the test and take the Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge; if it can’t tackle your burnt-on stains, the meal is on Finish via a rebate of up to $30. For more hosting tips and tricks, visit UltimateThanksgivingExperience.com.
Ultimate Cheesy Herb Sourdough Stuffing Recipe courtesy of “What’s Gaby Cooking” on behalf of Finish
Ingredients
• 1 loaf sourdough bread with crust, cut into 1-inch cubes (roughly 8 cups) • 10 tablespoons butter • 2 shallots, finely sliced • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped • 2 bunches green onions, thinly sliced • 3/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme • 3 large garlic cloves, minced • 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper • 3 large eggs • 2 cups chicken broth, divided • 6 ounces coarsely grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 F. On large, rimmed baking sheet, spread ripped or cubed bread. Bake until bread is dry, about 15 minutes. Cool. Leave oven on. In heavy skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallots and celery; saute 5-6 minutes. Add green onions, parsley, oregano, sage, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper; saute until celery is tender, 6-8 minutes. Generously grease large skillet or ceramic baking dish. Place bread cubes in large bowl. Add warm vegetable mixture; toss to combine. In medium bowl, whisk eggs and 3/4 cup broth. Add egg mixture to stuffing and toss to coat. Mix in Parmesan. Add 1/2-3/4 cup broth to stuffing if dry. Transfer to skillet or ceramic baking dish. Cover with buttered foil. Bake 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Serve in baking vessel or transfer to serving platter. Source: Finish
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Handyman/Home Repairs/Improvements: GSS Property Solutions LLC; Registered, Bonded; Fully Insured. Servicing Mass & RI; Call/Text: 401-688-9749. Junk Removal in Rehoboth, Taunton, Attleboro and everywhere in Southern MA (as well as throughout Rhode Island)! Rapid Junk Removal has trucks rolling throughout the area daily. We can handle your Junk Removal, Estate/Property Cleanouts and Debris Cleanups - all at an affordable price, since we're always in the area! For a quote, TEXT pictures to our text line: (401) 360-5837 or visit our website at www.RapidJunkRemovalRI.com for a free quote. We'll send you back a price and availability to get your junk removed and property cleaned up! Junk Removal Locally owned vendor. No job too small! Family owned & operated. Best deals in town! Affordable pricing. Call or Text Pics to: 401-360-5837 I am a Personal Care Assistant & Housekeeper willing to help you! Will perform many duties including meal prep, medication reminders, shower assistance, shopping/
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Lost Seekonk Kitty: Miss Kitty is a large dark grey tiger cat with a very sweet personality. Although she prefers to be in her house she got out one evening several weeks ago and since then has not come home. With cooler weather we hope she may look for a warm place to snuggle up in. Miss Kitty is very missed and we are hoping someone will spot her and contact us. Thank you for watching for Miss Kitty. Larry and Gail Byrne, Summer Dr. Seekonk Ma. 508-336-6017.
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