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Town of Seekonk News Notes

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Former Showcase Property Sold

The Sun Chronicle reported that developer Charles Tapalian has entered into an agreement to purchase the old Showcase Cinema property on Fall River Ave. Tapalian made the announcement in an email to residents of Greenbrier Village, which is located behind the old Showcase Cinema, that his company, RI Seekonk Holdings, LLC was purchasing the property. He originally proposed to build a vegetable, shrimp and fish farm, but changed his plans after receiving feedback from residents. Tapalian’s plans also include building more than 100 new condominiums as well as an indoor lap pool, basketball courts and a playground for Greenbrier residents. He reportedly has gathered enough signatures to request a special town meeting to pass a zoning bylaw change. The property is currently designated as ‘split-zone,’ meaning part of the parcel is zoned as “highway business” and part (the rear parking lot) is residential. The town tried to rezone the residential portion of the property to highway business, but voters at town meeting did not approve the change.

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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!

A Thank You to the 375th Parade Committee Dear 375th Parade Committee:

I want to thank the committee and the town for the honor of having me the Grand Marshall of the 375th Parade on October 7th. I have done a lot of things and been in a lot of places during my 92 years, but being Grand Marshall of a parade has never been one of them, in fact I didn’t know just what a Grand Marshall did and what went along with it until now. For one thing, I found you get the V.I.P. treatment by being driven right to the reviewing stand at the Palmer River School and given the best seat in the house, an easy chair.

As I watched the parade pass by my vantage point, I thought of the tremendous amount of work the parade committee did of getting all the varied participants together from here and other towns, some of which were far away, and master the logistics of lining everyone (1800 of them) in the correct order, and stepping-off as scheduled.

I also thought the Rehoboth Police did a great job in detouring traffic around Winthrop Street over our windy back roads. It probably was a nuisance for some motorists, but it did give them the opportunity to see what a pretty town Rehoboth is.

The whole affair was a job well done.

Very truly yours, Otis Dyer

See photos from the parade on page 47

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Inside This Issue Business Directory......................93 Church News/Events................45 Classifieds...............................92 Club Announcements.................32 Dave Says....................................65 Dining Guide...............................90 Events........................................39 Holiday Guide.............................26 Letters to the Editor.......................5 Library......................................61 Obituaries................................89 People....................................59 Rehoboth 375th Celebration.......47 Rehoboth Council on Aging.......81 Rehoboth Ramblings..................13 Rehoboth Town News..................14 Scouts..................................51 Seekonk Human Services..........85 Seekonk Town News...................22 School......................................66 Sports.....................................76 State House................................60 Sturdy......................................72 Veterans’ Corner..........................36

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Keep Rehoboth Beautiful

I am writing on behalf of the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Sub-Committee to acknowledge and thank everyone who participated in the pre-parade clean up on Route 44 on September 30th.

On Sunday, September 30, 10 volunteers gathered to pick up litter and trash along Route 44 in Rehoboth. This effort was in preparation for the 375th town anniversary parade on October 7th. These volunteers collected 23 large bags of trash along the approx. mile and a half parade route. Official 375th Committee Photographer Kevin Hebert recorded the cleanup and his photos can be found at facebook.com/keeprehobothbeautiful. Traffic security was provided by the RPD for the over 4 hour event, and their support is greatly appreciated.

The parade itself was a wonderful community event, celebrating the history and hometown pride of the folks of Rehoboth. Thank You to all that contributed to this effort!

Sincerely, Abby Abrahamson Chairperson, Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Sub-Committee

Why Worry about Groundwater?

Most of the people in town get their water from the ground, and to protect and manage this resource, we need to understand the ways in which water is exchanged between the surface and the ground. First of all, groundwater is simply infiltrated rain water, and constantly on the move. Most groundwater in Rehoboth is migrating through fractures and cracks in a bedrock aquifer.

A number of natural features interact with groundwater flow. The light grey area represents unsaturated bedrock; the dark grey area represents bedrock saturated with groundwater.

The arrows show the direction of flow.

The figure shows rain and snow falling on the surface, of which a good portion of it infiltrates, and a much smaller portion runs-off, constantly infiltrating the subsurface as it moves downhill. The figure shows that high points of topography - hilltops - tend to form “divides”, with surface water running off downhill on opposite sides. These divides, in a sense, form the boundaries between watersheds. The flow paths of water that infiltrates the surface, however, takes on more interesting possibilities, with some water actually flowing upward. The figure shows that wetlands, like swamps, and streams of all sizes, all interact with the flow of groundwater, at times in some places being recharged; at other times or other places being discharged.

Anawan Pond (aka the Upper Warren Reservoir) is fed, in its northern section, by deep bottom springs, while in its southern section, groundwater seeps from its bottom, flowing under Reservoir Avenue to feed a northern reach of Rocky Run. Depending on the season and weather, portions of the Palmer River may be losing water along one branch, and gaining water along another. Wetlands are wonderful buffers of groundwater flow, acting to slow, even absorb, Owner ~ An Independent Agent runoff from sudden storms, while naturally filtering and storing water that may eventually find its way into our wells.

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Hornbine School sends a BIG Thank you to Attleboro / Rehoboth Building Supply Company

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Against the “Fish Farm” Development

My Name is Doug Metz. I am an OWNER of a townhouse in greenbrier village Condo complex in Seekonk have owned my townhouse since September of 2009. As you are probably aware the Developer ( Mr. Charles Tapalian ) has recently purchased the showcase cinema property and has plans to build another 109 townhouse units and a “Fish farm” on the property. I am very concerned about this proposal on several fronts: 1. Potential for foul odor: I have researched this and most of these fish farms are located in remote areas. An example of this is the hatchery located in North Attleboro which is located on 235 acres, away from any residential areas.

2. Overtaxing of town resources: Each tank of fish requires about 70,000 gallons of water that has to be cleaned and replenished. Seekonk is on town wells and this will be an unnecessary burden on the water system.

3. Disposal of fish waste: In my research, I have found that this is a Major issue that must be addressed up front or there are contamination issues and potential health problems.

4. Additional 109 units: Adjacent to the “fish farm” the new units will be built on the same parcel and will add significant pressure on the town in the school system and added traffic to an already overburdened fall river avenue and Cole street.

When I purchased my unit in 2009, I was told that the development was going to be “owner occupied“ and that the current renters were going to have to purchase after a year. This never happened!! As the complex was built out it has become ALL rentals leaving the 4 or 5 owners left high and dry. In the beginning I was promised a Gated community (broken never fixed). Full access to the firefly pool and gym ( now closed). Maintenance ( grass is hardly ever cut the residents have purchased their own Continued on next page...

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The lowest level Dr. King called utilitarian love – loving a person for their usefulness to you. The object of love becomes a stepping stone to achieve one’s ambitions and goals.

The relationship ends when the person is no longer of use. This love is typical of the affection that the master had for his slave. It DR. FRANK CASARELLA & DR. LURI LEE can also characterize a lopsided friendship or enter into family relations.

The second kind of love is romantic love, what the Greeks called eros. Although the person who loves romantically seek to satisfy the person they love and may be willing to die for him or her, eros is motivated by selfish desire and is exclusive. A parent’s love for their child (storge) is the third form of love. It is a patient, tender and caring love, but is also exclusive. We love other people’s children less than we love our own. Philia, the intimacy of personal friendship, is the fourth type of love. It is broader and more inclusive, but excludes those we don’t like or those who hurt us.

The fifth love is humanitarian love, a general love that is based on the belief that every life is sacred. Humanitarian love inspires charity. But it is impersonal. Indeed, charity tends to end when the needs of the donor are met. The sixth and highest level OUR NAME HAS CHANGED – BUT IT’S STILL US! of love, according to Dr. King, is agape, DR. FRANK CASARELLA, DMD IS NOW SEEKONK DENTAL unconditional love that is not prompted by any characteristic of the person loved but is entirely spontaneous and seeks nothing in return. You love everyone not for your own sake but for their sake. King calls this the love of God operating in the human heart.

The first five are need love; they stem from our own need. Agape is gift love. The real test for agape is whether we’re capable of loving our enemy.

A seventh love is described by the Greek word philautia, love of self. This can take two forms: 1) narcissism, a self-obsessed love, and 2) healthy self-compassion, which enhances our wider capacity for love.

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“I’m voting for transparency, I’m voting for Feeney”

This upcoming election I am only voting for candidates that have campaigned in a way that is transparent, honest and respectful of us voters; candidates like Senator Paul Feeney. These days it has become all too commonplace for politicians to hide the truth from their constituents or to lie about their opponents, regardless of party. We deserve better. Make no mistake, candidates serve in office as they campaign for the office, with truth and authenticity like Paul Feeney or with deception and negativity like many others.

Senator Feeney has never misconstrued legislation to fit into a personal agenda, he’s always been transparent with his thought process when taking votes on our behalf, and he’s never lied while campaigning. Senator Feeney isn’t blinded by Ambition, he’s motivated by public service and serves with integrity. He’s the State Senator that our town deserves.

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I am writing to strongly encourage others to VOTE YES on Question 1 on Election Day, 11/06/18. A YES vote will support the Massachusetts Nurse’s Association’s (MNA) Ballot initiative for SAFE PATIENT LIMITS. I have had three salient perspectives from which to consider this ballot.

First, I am an experienced nurse whose nine years of work in hospital settings included being a charge nurse in medical surgical and orthopedic departments and being a member of a cardiac intensive care unit team. That gave me a perspective over 30 years ago about what it was like to be an RN in SAFE hospital settings.

Secondly, I subsequently became a Board Certified Advanced Practice Nurse and worked in clinic settings as a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (and LICSW) before establishing my current private practice. That work especially over the past ten years has given me a perspective not only of the diminishing quality of care due to understaffing in some clinic settings but also of the alarming decline in safe care in many hospital settings. That perspective grew primarily out of my work with medical professionals employed in hospitals who sought my help (including RNs, MDs, respiratory therapists, CNA s, those in middle management and other hospital employees). The most pervasive concern of RNs and others has been the difficult bind of wanting to do their jobs well but being unable to manage the at times impossible numbers of patients who deserve quality care. Unfortunately, most hospitals are now run as a business. Too often the bottom line is profit. However inadvertently, there is either insufficient administrative awareness or concern or understanding of the need for RN s and others in the trenches to be adequately staffed to handle the individual, unexpected, and often complex care of patients. The business model of staffing does not account for that. When complexity of care rises or unexpected crises or too many admissions occur, related understaffing of nurses (and others) gets beyond heart wrenching. It becomes dangerous, even, at times, deadly for patients. The psychological and physical consequence to the hospital employees include significant anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress-related medical conditions, and, in patient cases where understaffing was the primary cause of death, out right trauma. Many nurses and other employees relay constructive efforts to address these concerns at higher administrative levels but are often not heard and/or are intimidated. Ironically, the consequences to the hospitals where understaffing and failure to listen are a major problem are related lawsuits and the loss of competent nursing and other staff most of whom are well intentioned, caring, albeit burned out providers.

Nurses, doctors, others are leaving their jobs, even their professions because “First do no harm” is impeded by understaffing and other corporate constraints. Previously, hospitalized patients and family members of those who have been harmed are also among those who have sought my help. Many have experienced life-altering physical losses. All of the above problems and more

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are reasons why nurses are raising their voices to the critical need for safe patient limits.

Finally, I also have a patient perspective. I have been significantly impacted by the consequences of unsafe patient limits related to corporate driven health “care.” I have had two emergency hospital admissions during which I both experienced and witnessed poor and, in several instances, dangerous care due to understaffing.

I believe most of the nurses and other providers/staff were well intentioned but overwhelmed by their efforts yet inability to meet the complex demands of too many patients. Some openly voiced this. Yet, despite their efforts, the consequences to patients were, without question, at times potentially life-threatening.

Tus, given my professional and patient perspectives, I am voting a strong YES on Question 1. It’s another step towards recognizing and undoing these times of corporate management and going back to QUALITY PATIENT CARE. While there will be some increase in cost for some hospitals (though not nearly what has been advertised), it will be a lot less costly than the lawsuits that can occur as a result of unsafe staffing And, far more importantly, there will be far better patient outcomes and fewer deaths. PLEASE VOTE FOR SAFE PATIENT LIMITS. IT WILL SAVE LIVES. Marsha Hood, RN, APRN-BC, LICSW Rehoboth, MA

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Rehoboth Food Pantry is Moving Forward Under New Leadership

by Laura Calverley

Since Steve Martin retired as coordinator of the Rehoboth “Helping Hands” Food Pantry a little more than a year ago, a lot has been happening at the Food Pantry. A 12-member board of directors and several volunteers have been working hard to move the organization forward while continuing its mission to serve the community.

“We have come a long way in the short 15 months since assuming duties of the Rehoboth Food Pantry,” said Pantry President William Dalpe, Jr. in an email. Dalpe says the goal was to make the pantry more of a community-run organization. Board members are responsible for various duties including finance, public relations and food coordination. “Now it’s an organization that is not dependent on just one or two people,” Dalpe said.

The pantry, located at 51 Winthrop Street, has recently been expanded. A food sorting area was added as well as a separate food storage room. “The expansion from a one-room distribution room and borrowed space for sorting and food storage was an absolute necessity to fulfill future growth and to qualify us to be part of the Greater Boston Food Bank network,” Dalpe said.

The board has been trying to become part of the Greater Boston Food Bank almost since they took over and their efforts have finally paid off. “I am extremely pleased to announce that as of October the Rehoboth Food Pantry is now part of the Greater Boston Food Bank’s list of members. This has been a great deal of

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work and I am proud of all our Board members for making it happen. It’ll take a couple of months to ramp it up but we are looking forward to the task,” Dalpe said.

The board of directors also recently dedicated the food distribution room in honor of Steve and his wife Sara. “We have dedicated the food distribution room to Steve and Sara Martin in the form of a mounted plaque to recognize their over 30 years of commitment in helping our neighbors. They have certainly set the gold standard for what it means to be a humble and hardworking volunteer,” Dalpe said. Martin always said that it takes many individuals working together to keep the Pantry going and that hasn’t changed. From the food drives held by the Boy and Girl Scouts and local churches to the businesses that act as food donation and holiday drop-off sites to the generosity of individuals and groups, these all drive the Pantry’s operation.

“Words cannot express the gratitude we have for the continued support we receive from local businesses, our schools, churches, Scout groups, Lions groups, and individuals of Rehoboth and surrounding communities. It is extremely humbling. The only thing we can do as a Board to show our gratitude is to continue to do our very best to help our neighbors,” Dalpe said.

The Food Pantry will be offering food baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas again this year. The annual Blizzard of Giving campaign is entering its 17th year of helping to make children’s holiday wishes come true. Maureen Brawley has been coordinating the drive for many years. In the Blizzard of Giving program, displays of paper snowflakes are put up in various locations around town and each snowflake has a gift request from a Rehoboth family. Displays are located at: Anawan Cleaners, Blanding Library, the Rehoboth Post Office, Chartley Store, Beckwith Middle School and Palmer River Elementary School. The deadline to return gifts is December 10. People can also donate an unwrapped toy and place it in one of the Blizzard of Giving boxes around town. “We always welcome anything you want to donate. If you want to fill a special request you should take a snowflake because those are specific requests from Rehoboth families,” Brawley said.

Anyone who wants to volunteer at the Rehoboth Food Pantry or donate can visit the Facebook page, call 508-493-1922 or email rfoodpantry@gmail.com.

Rehoboth Food Pantry Board Members William Dalpe, President; Robert Brawley, Vice President/GBFB Liaison; Odette Lacourse, Secretary; Julie Dalpe, Treasurer; Paula Fernandes, Food Coordinator; Scott Lacourse, Public Relations; Deb Gareau, Finance Committee; Art Gareau, Finance Committee; Beth Dalpe, member at large; Elizabeth Day, member at large; Glenna Morris, member at large.

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Rehoboth Ramblings

by Leslie Patterson

Bittersweet Days and Long Nights

When people say that autumn is their favorite time of year, I came from the Roger Williams National Memorial in Providence assume they mean the halcyon days of mid-October (pop-up tornaand gave a lively presentation about how our ancestors lived in does excluded). It is beautiful with the colorful foliage, the cheerful that distant century. pumpkins, and the way the sun and clouds play hopscotch across Then this fall Lisa Brooks, a professor at Amherst College, the blue sky on crisp autumn days. But the vivid reds and yellows spoke about King Philip’s War from the native people’s perspecgive way to brown and gray, to be followed by white soon enough. tive, something that has been too often overlooked in American Winter is very monochromatic, not to mention bleak. And I always history. Prof. Brooks has a new book on the subject if you would want to ask: what about the encroaching darkness? like to learn more. The title is “Our Beloved Kin: A New History of The often-quoted lines by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas --“Do not King Philips’ War” and her study of this period has been receiving go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the excellent reviews. Something worthwhile to read and ponder over light” -- were inspired by his dying father, and the “good night” the on cold winter nights. poet refers to is the final good-bye. Yet to transpose these gripping words to a more mundane situation, this is how I feel every November when daylight savings time is taken away from us. I want to rage against the literal dying of the light every afternoon.

Though I suppose rage is too strong a word; complain is more like it. When I think of having seasonal affective disorder (SAD), I think “doesn’t everyone?” Doesn’t everyone feel like “who turned Music by Bach, Debussy, out the lights?” around tea-time the first day of early darkness in November? No wonder people want to celebrate the winter solstice.

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Because of this sweet autumnal sadness, my favorite season is spring, at least starting in May when the flowering trees bloom.

April in New England is nothing to write home about. Spring in New England is a very sometime thing and is often disappointing.

In fact, I’m glad the leaves are turning color late this year because the trees around here don’t leaf out until practically Memorial Day, so let them hang onto their leaves as long as possible in the fall. But even if spring is chilly and late, the light increases day by day. I get a feeling of uplift, almost euphoria, knowing that the darkness is receding. I guess on Currently installed but not used. some primal level I’m still afraid of the dark.

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Rehoboth Town News From the Town Clerk

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The State Gubernatorial Election will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. ALL THREE PRECINCTS WILL BE OPEN – Precinct I is the Town Office Building at 148 Peck Street, Precinct II is the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center at 55 Bay State Road and Precinct III is the South Fire Station at 102 Pleasant Street. The polls will be open at 7 a.m. and remain open until 8 p.m.

The final Voter Registration session, prior to the election, was Wednesday, October 17th at the Town Clerk’s Office from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters who will be out of town on Election Day (Tuesday, November 6, 2018) or who will be unable to get to the polls may contact the Town Clerk’s Office to obtain an absentee ballot; a written request to the Town Clerk with the voter’s original signature is required to obtain a ballot. Absentee Ballot Applications are also available at the Rehoboth Post Office, Blanding Library, and Senior Center. Absentee ballot request forms are also available online at: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/absentee/EnglishAbsentee-Ballot-Application.pdf for an individual or family member. http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/2018-Short-Form-Absentee-Ballot-Application.pdf Short Form Absentee ballots are available at Town Hall should voters wish to complete the application and vote at the same time. The cut-off for applying for absentee ballots is 12 noon on Monday, November 5th. If you are not sure if you are registered to vote or what precinct you vote in, you may check your voter status on the Secretary of State’s website at: http://www.sec.state.ma.us/VoterRegistrationSearch/MyVoterRegStatus.aspx If your registration indicates your voter status as inactive, please contact the Clerk’s office. Should voters have questions regarding their eligibility, they should call the Town Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 508 252-6502, Extension 3109 or 3110.

New Way to Check-In to Vote for Early Voting and Elections ~ Poll Pads

We introduced the Poll Pad, an advanced way to check-in voters during the Early Voting sessions in October. The Poll Pad is an iPad-based electronic unit that will at some time in the future replace the paper voter books. During the Early Voting Period, it helped us process the voters throughout the entire two week period. It speeds up the check-in process for the registered voters and election workers. We currently have three units, one for each Precinct. The voter gives the election worker the first three letters of their last name and first three letters of their first name. The election worker confirms the voter’s address and then they are checked-in. The voter may also VOLUNTARILY choose to have their driver’s license scanned, which is an even quicker process of checking-in. As IDs are not required by law to vote in the State of Massachusetts, the license scan process is only done on a voluntary basis by the voter. We hope this new process will speed up the Check-In and Check-Out

November 2018 The Reporter process. The end of the day tally process has been streamlined and the check-out process has been improved even more than check-in. The comments from the Voters and Election Workers have been very favorable. You can expect to see the Poll Pads at the upcoming Tuesday, November 6th Gubernatorial Election as well. By putting the Poll Pads into practice, we continue our quest to make the Clerk’s Office and Government Services more efficient and accessible to the public. Please come to the polls and check out the new electronics!!

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check-in process for the registered voters and election workers. We currently have three units, one for each Precinct. The voter gives the election worker the first three letters of their last name and first three letters of their first name.

The election worker confirms2018 the voter’s address and then they are checked-in. The voter may also 16 The Reporter November VOLUNTARILY choose to have their driver’s license scanned, which is an even quicker process of checking-in. received theirofmailboxes onthe Friday, As IDs arethe not Town requiredMeeting by law toWarrant vote in theinState Massachusetts, license scan process is only done on a October Meeting order at and Check-Out process. The voluntary12th. basis byThe the 10-29-2018 voter. We hopeFall thisTown new process will came speed uptothe Check-In I have been busy swearing in appointed committee members, end of the with day tally process hasquorum been streamlined and the check-out process has been improved even more than 7:05 p.m. a beginning of 73 registered voters.

Below over the past few months. I would personally like to take this opcheck-in.find Thea comments from theof Voters andarticle Election Workers have been very favorable. You can expect to see please brief summary each and the Town Meeting portunity to thank the many wonderful volunteers in town for your the PollFor Pads at the upcoming November 6th Gubernatorial Election as well. By putting the Poll Pads Vote. greater detail onTuesday, each article, please refer to the Town time and dedicated service. Without the generosity of our town into practice, we continue our questatto home make the Office At andthe Government Services more efficient and Meeting warrant you received onClerk’s 10-12-18. conaccessible the public.

Pleasethere come were to the polls andof check the new electronics!! volunteers we would be unable to provide the services we are so clusion oftoTown Meeting a total 145out voters present. fortunate to have. Thank you all. If you have an appointment slip and have not been sworn in, please give us a call to schedule a 10-29-18 Special Fall Town Meeting convenient time/place to swear you in. Remember, if you are not sworn in, you cannot The Rehoboth Board of Selectmen scheduled a Special Fall Town Meeting held on Monday, October 29,vote at committee meetings. Also, those of you who like to share your time and talents with the town, 2018 at the Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School at 7:00 p.m. Every household received the would Town Meeting please a at talent Warrant in their mailboxes on Friday, October 12th. The 10-29-2018 Fall Town Meeting camefilltoout order 7:05 bank form and join the team. Talent Bank forms are article available p.m. with a beginning quorum of 73 registered voters. Below please find a brief summary of each and theonline @ www.town.rehoboth.ma.us in the “Forms Documents” Town Meeting Vote. For greater detail on each article, please refer to the Town Meeting warrant& you received at tab under the “Town Administrator” section at town hall in the Selectmen’s office ~ thank you. home on 10-12-18. At the conclusion of Town Meeting there were a total of 145 votersor present.

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2018 Dog License Reminders

Unfortunately after two mailed reminders, several monthly reminders in the Rehoboth Reporter, and several reminder phone calls from our Animal Control Officer, Rob Johnson, we were required to mail non-criminal citations to those residents who have not paid their April 1, 2018 dog license fees. 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.

Out of 2,211 registered dogs in Rehoboth, we currently have 30 license renewals outstanding. Please register your dogs either online, by mail, or in person to avoid any future late fees.

Thank you!

Town Offices Closed

Just a reminder, Town Offices will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018 to observe Veteran’s Day and Thursday, November 22nd for Thanksgiving Day. In addition to Thanksgiving Day, Town Offices will close at noon on Wednesday, November 21st and remain closed on Friday, November 23rd, the day after Thanksgiving.

Please Thank A Veteran

Please take a moment on Veteran’s Day (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, Lynn and I would like to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. Have a healthy and safe November. Please remember to vote on Tuesday, November 6th if you have not already voted early or absentee. I look forward to chatting with you again in December.

Sincerely, Laura

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It’s hard to believe we’re already at “that time of the year!” The holidays are just around the corner, with Thanksgiving just a few short weeks away! “Giving Thanks is what this time is all about” says William Dalpe, President of the Rehoboth Food Pantry, “and we want to take a few moments to thank all of the businesses, organizations and individuals who volunteer and donate making it possible for us to help our neighbors in need. Without all of your help, our ‘cupboards would be bare,’ so our heartfelt thanks goes to all those who help.”

Our annual tradition of distributing Thanksgiving Baskets with all the fixings continues. Instead of our usual opening time of Thursday, we will be distributing Tuesday, November 20th from 2:30 to 4:30.

As we continue on through the season, help stocking our shelves with donations of either food or funds helps us assure our neighbors in need have enough to eat.

Items we can always use include: Canned fruits, Carrots, Juices, Canned pasta, Tomato sauce, Ramen, Coffee, Snacks, Pancake mix/syrup, Tuna, Baked beans, Progresso soups, Spaghetti sauce, Peanut butter, Beets, Jelly Convenient Donation Drop off Locations: • Blanding Library - Bay State Road • Edward Jones - 492 Winthrop Street • Harvest Market-2685 GAR HWY,Swansea • Land-Tek - 477 Winthrop Street • Munroe Feed & Supply - 200 Fairview Avenue • Senior Center - Bay State Road Also, as the weather gets colder and the furnaces turn on, it’s important to remember that we also distribute emergency funds for fuel. Simply contact the appropriate individual below if you are in need of fuel assistance.

Seniors - Contact the Council on Aging: Bradley Marshall is the contact - 508-2523372 ext. 4017 Veterans - Contact our Veterans Agent: Jake Kramer is the contact - 508-252-6744 All others - Contact the Department of Transitional Assistance 508-884-5300 or go to https://www.mass.gov/snap-benefitsfood-stamps Once again, please consider donating to the Rehoboth Food Pantry and help keep everyone fed and warm. Call 508-493-1922 to learn about volunteering or donations; or mail your donation payable to Rehoboth Food Pantry to: Rehoboth Food Pantry, 51 Winthrop Street, Unit 2, Rehoboth, MA 02769. You can also follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RehobothFoodPantry/ Rehoboth Food Pantry, Inc. is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with public charity status or a 501 (c) (3) organization. Your cash contributions are deductible. Also deductible are devices, bequests, and transfers.

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Blizzard of Giving/Toys or Rehoboth Kids

The Blizzard of Giving & Toys for Rehoboth Kids both exist to support Rehoboth Helping Hands and the children/families of Rehoboth! “Blizzard of Giving/Toys for Rehoboth Kids”.

Visit a Blizzard of Giving display located at the: • Anawan Cleaners • Blanding Library • Chartley Store • D.L. Beckwith Middle School, • Palmer River Elementary School • Rehoboth Post Office

Pick a snowflake and purchase the gift inscribed –wrap the gift and affix the snowflake securely to the outside! (Snowflakes are wishes of a Rehoboth family).

Toys for Rehoboth Kids: Buy ANY new toy of your choice and DO NOT wrap.

All gifts should be returned by Monday, Dec. 10th, for pick-up by the Rehoboth Girl Scouts.

Please Check the Blizzard Boards and the back of the “Flakes” for drop off locations! ALL BOXES will be labeled: “Blizzard of Giving/Toys for Rehoboth Kids”.

Thank you in advance for your participation and continued support of this program!

God bless you all!

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Rehoboth Breed Expo Donates to Community

The Rehoboth Breed Expo, held on Sunday, Aug. 5, recently made several donations to help support the people and animals of Rehoboth as well as the Friends of the Massachusetts DCR Park Rangers Mounted Unit, which has participated in the Breed Expo since the beginning.

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The donations came from proceeds from this year’s fundraising event. Donna Spellman and Sherri Savoy presented the checks to various town boards and community organizations. The total proceeds donated were $2,300.

Donations were as follows: $200 to the Animal Shelter. Animal Control Officer Rob Johnson accepted for the shelter. $300 to the MOULDINGS Food Pantry, accepting was Board President William Dalpe. $1,000 to The National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Salette. Brother Ron accepted. The Breed Expo organizers thank Brother Ron and La Salette for performing the “Blessing of the Horses” and allowing the event to take place on their property. $200 was presented to the Senior Center and Council on Aging Director Linda Sherman accepted. $200 was given to the Veteran Services and $200 to the Rehoboth 375 committee, which Veterans Services Officer Jake Kramer accepted. $200 was also donated to the Friends of the Massachusetts DCR Park Rangers Mounted Unit.

They are starting to plan for next year’s Breed Expo which will be held on August 3rd and 4th. It will again be held at The National Shrine Of Our Lady of La Salette. For more information, visit the Rehoboth Breed Expo on Facebook.

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Rehoboth Animal Advocates Thank You

Rehoboth Animal Advocates would like to say thank you Chef Chico Charbonneau & Chef Matt Geisler for an outstanding performance again at our Omelet Bar Fundraiser in celebration of Feral Cat Day!! The meal was phenomenal as usual.

Thank you is also in order for the Senior Center for allowing us to use the facility, Lorraine Botts for opening & closing for us, and Mark Anzevino for clean up afterwards. Also thank you to all that volunteered with set up, during and breakdown.

A special thank you to Abby & Griffin Behm, you did an outstanding job, and it was a pleasure meeting and working with you.

Thank you to all the donors for the raffle items, everyone loved them.

Thank you also to our Girl Scouts, Troop 628 for the awesome centerpieces! We love you girls, you always help us.

Last but certainly not least...a huge THANK YOU to all that attended and continue to support us. With your support & generosity Rehoboth Animal Advocates could not continue with the work we do. We are extremely grateful to all.

Our next upcoming event is the Pasta Bar Fundraiser on January, 26, 2019 (snow date of February 2, 2019). Stay tuned for further information to come!

Rehoboth Animal Shelter News

There are several cats and kittens at the Rehoboth Animal Shelter. Two particularly appealing adult cats are Cindy (a pastel calico) and Amber (tortie and white). They were found together and may be related. Both are very sweet and friendly and love attention. Amber was already spayed and has been vaccinated and combo-tested negative; Cindy’s vet appointment is coming soon.

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I was recently wondering why Election Day is on the first Tuesday in November. What I found was that in 1845 Congress passed a law establishing that the day for choosing presidential electors (in other words, the day for the popular vote that would determine the electors of the electoral congress) would be every four years on Florice Craig the first Tuesday, after the first Monday, in November. November was most likely chosen because by then the harvest would have been over and the harsh winter weather had not yet arrived. Tuesday was chosen because elections were generally held at county seats, and people in outlying areas could begin their travels on a Monday, avoiding traveling on the Sunday. Fast forward to today, many people complain that it is held on a Tuesday saying it creates obstacles, discourages participation and people can’t take it off from work. Luckily there are several different processes in place like absentee voting and early voting to help eliminate these issues. It’s hard to say what changes the future will bring to elections but voting on the first Tuesday in November will most likely be with us for a long time to come.

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Town Meeting News

Annual Fall Town Meeting - November 19, 2018 The Town Meeting will be held 7pm, Monday November 19 at 261 Arcade Ave. Seekonk High School auditorium.

The warrant is 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!

Reminders

The Seekonk Senior Center is reaching out to families who may be in need of a Thanksgiving Dinner Basket. If you, or someone you know is in need please give the Senior Center a call at (508) 336-8772 and they will assist you in this wonderful giving back to the community program. Anyone who is homebound and would like a hot meal delivered on Thanksgiving should sign up at Seekonk Human Services by November 9th.

They will also be doing a program: Adopting a family for Christmas. For more information on how you can adopt a family in need please call the Senior Center.

The Kiwanis Tree Lighting will be held December 6th at 6:00PM at the Seekonk Town Hall, 100 Peck Street. The Hurley Middle School Brass ensemble will play Christmas carols. Santa Claus will arrive in a fire engine and then meet with the children in town hall. Cocoa and cookies will be provided. It’s a wonderful time for people of all ages and a great way to kick off the Holiday Season.

There are many in need in our community please don’t forget your canned good contributions for Doorways Food Pantry.

Annual Holiday Crafts & Book Sale will be held November 24th from 9AM- 3PM at the Seekonk Public Library, 410 Neman Ave. Local craftspeople and vendors will be selling their unique creations.

A book-sale will add to the day’s festivities, books will be 50 cents and children’s books just 25 cents. There will also be a great raffle

November 2018 The Reporter basket. Tickets will be $1 each or 8 for $5. All proceeds from the event benefit the Seekonk Public Library. For more information contact the Seekonk Public Library at (508) 336-8230 The Annual Seekonk Town Election 2019 will be held Monday April 1, 2019. Nomination papers for offices up for election will be available December 10, 2018 in the Town Clerk’s office. Deadline to submit nomination papers to the Town Clerk is Monday February 12, 2019 at 5PM. You must obtain 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 2019: • One seat for Board of Selectmen (3-year term) • One seat for the Board of Assessors (3-year term) • Three seats for The Library Board of Trustees (3-year term) • Two seat for the Planning Board (5-year term) • Two Seats for the School Committee (3-year term) • One Seat for Water Commission (3-year term) Town Hall will be closed on November 12th 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.

The Town Hall hours for the week of Thanksgiving is as follows: • Monday & Tuesday 8:30AM - 4:30PM • Wednesday 8:30AM – 12:30PM • Thursday & Friday – Closed Lorraine and I wish everyone a Thanksgiving filled with health, laughter, family, friendship and of course great food.

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The Department of Public Works will be picking up bagged yard waste starting on October 29, 2018 and ending November 30, 2018. The collection will correspond with the day of your weekly trash and recycling pickup, weather permitting. Please note to use the designated leaf bags sold at local retail stores.

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Angels’ Care Closet Inc. of Seekonk, MA will be hosting a drive October 1 – November 30 to collect winter wear including mittens, gloves, scarves, hats, as well as coats, jackets, boots, and thermal/ warm clothing to distribute to local families in need and children in transitional housing.

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In honor of America Recycles Day this month, the Seekonk Recycling Committee has prepared a display of recycling information in the front vestibule of the Public Library. There is a public announcement of a brand new website created by the Mass. DEP to help all of us with decisions on what should be or shouldn’t be placed in your recycling cart. The website is entitled RecycleSmartMA.org. In addition, the committee sponsored a fall Litter Patrol event and is running a video presentation inside the Library on their overhead screens, scheduled for November 15th. Please see the Library section of this paper for additional details

Seekonk Animal Shelter News

Shadow is a three year old, shorthaired black, male kitty with a few splashes of white on his neck and belly. This friendly boy does not mind being picked up and enjoys being pet, he likes playing with toys and loves cat nip! He was surrendered to us because his owner could no longer care for him. He came to us already neutered, is up-to-date on vaccines and is microchipped. He has lived with other cats before and would probably be a good fit for most homes. Are you looking for a sweet companion? Shadow is waiting to meet you at the Seekonk Animal Shelter, 100 Peck St. Phone: 508-336-6663.

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Doorways “Thank You”

Volunteers of the Doorways Food Pantry As the leaves turn gold, and the calendar moves to a close, the volunteers and clients of Doorways food pantry would again like to thank the residents of Seekonk for their continuing support for our mission to help our neighbors who are facing tough times. Roughly sixty households rely on Doorways for food support each week, and Doorways in turn has been faithfully supported by caring people in Seekonk. We have been blessed with food drives by churches, schools, scouts and the postal carriers. We have been blessed with hundreds of donations in response to our annual appeal, and with thousands of hours from volunteers. We have been blessed with countless acts of individual generosity to help our client families.

Our gratitude is boundless. We wish you and your families a joyful holiday season and health and happiness in the new year.

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Angels’ Care Closet Inc. of Seekonk, MA will be hosting a drive October 22 – November 20 to collect Seekonk Trash bags for LowIncome Seniors.

We would like to thank our drop off partners, Champion Motorsports, located at 49 Mink Street, Seekonk, MA, Webster Bank, located at 1519 Newman Ave, Seekonk, MA, and Expedited Credentialing Services at 699 Fall River Ave. Please visit these businesses during their open hours to drop off a donation. Local drop offs/ pickups can also be arranged via email angelscarecloset@gmail. com or phone 508-494-9914.

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Trinity Rep Celebrates the Holidays with “A Christmas Carol” Annual family tradition runs Nov. 8 – Dec. 30

Providence, RI: Trinity Rep is proud to present its annual holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol. Noted for being a new production each year, the 2018 production has been inspired by a traditional telling of the famed Dickens classic. This year the production will be directed Mark Valdez, who directed Fuente Ovejuna, or Like Sheep to Water at Trinity Rep in 2017.

180 Broadway, Taunton 02780 Beloved acting company member and one of last year’s co-directors, Stephen Thorne, will be playing the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. The production will also feature community Flower Arrangements choirs in each performance. All shows will feature a different choir from the Rhode Island area, performing traditional holiday songs. A Christmas Carol runs November 8 through Plants, Fruit Baskets and more...

December 30, with press opening on Tuesday, November 13 at 7:30 pm. Among the ten Credit cards by phone most-attended productions of A Christmas Carol in America each year, Trinity Rep’s proWorldwide Delivery duction has become a southern New England tradition, serving over 1.5 million people since its inception four decades ago. Last year’s production was the highest-selling show in Trinity Rep’s history, and this year’s tickets are already out-selling last year. More show details are online at TrinityRep.com/carol. Tickets start at $25 and are available online or by contacting the box office at (401) 351-4242.

Resident Acting Company member Stephen Thorne returns to A Christmas Carol this year after co-directing it in 2017 with fellow company member, Angela Brazil. He says, “I was thrilled this year when Artistic Director Curt Columbus asked me to play Scrooge. Scrooge is a fantastic part with a beautiful journey. I have had the great privilege of watching so many actors in our company play this part - all of them so very different from each other.

It is my hope that I will make a good contribution to that substantial history.”

Director Mark Valdez plans to focus on tradition in this year’s production. He says, “This is my chance to be a part of this legacy in theater and it has meaning for a lot of people. I want to be a part of that.”

In addition, echoing the idea of tradition that director Mark Valdez has spoken on, Stephen continues, saying, “This show is a tradition for many Rhode Islanders. There are so many families that come. And there are so many parents who came as kids to Project Discovery shows that now bring their kids! It is rather profound that people continue to gather together to hear this story.

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A Christmas Carol. There is a reason why, to quote a number of our company members, ‘it has stood the test of time.’ This story speaks to young and old, and everyone in between.”

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Choirs

With this production, Mark Valdez was inspired to bring Rhode Islanders together. “This show means something to the state,” says Mark, “and it’s such a beautiful thing to me.” To do this, Trinity Rep has invited choirs from around the Rhode Island area to be a part of this year’s production. There will be a total of 56 performances with individual choirs.

The choirs included are: Barrington High School Select Chorus, Beneficent Church and Friends, Chorus of East Providence, Chorus of Kent County, Collegium Ancora , Do Music! Community Choir, Gordon School, Grace Church Choir, Greater Tiverton Community Chorus, Jamestown Community Chorus, Kol Pacem: Voices of Peace, Lively Experiment at University of Rhode Island, Middletown High School Chorus, Mount Hope High School Chorus, Newport Navy Choristers, North Kingstown Community Chorus, Portsmouth Abbey, Providence Gay Men’s Chorus, Providence Singers, Rising Stars RI Music and Theater Group, Riverside Side Middle School, Rocky Hill School, RPM Voices, Saint Francis De Sales , Salve Regina University Madrigals Chorus, Scandinavian Women’s Chorus of RI, Segue Institute for Learning, Sharon Community Chorus, Sine Nomine, Swanhurst Chorus Inc, The Professional Choristers of The Choir School of Newport County and the Adult Choir of The Zabriskie Memorial Church of Saint John the Evangelist, Newport, RI, West Warwick High School Concert Chorale and Wheeler School

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Long-Standing Tradition

Founding Artistic Director Adrian Hall first added A Christmas Carol to Trinity Rep’s lineup in 1977, just four years after moving into the company’s current home at the Lederer Theater Center on Washington Street. Since then the production has been a holiday staple for generations of families in Southern New England. Trinity Rep’s production is set apart from other holiday productions by the fact that it is re-imagined every year by a new director, cast, and set of designers.

Cast and Creative Team

Director Mark Valdez will be working alongside Esther Zabinksi (music director), and yon Tande (choreographer). They are joined on the creative team by Michael McGarty (set design), Gary Lennon (costume design), Karin Olson (lighting design), and Peter Sasha Hurowitz (sound design.) In addition to Stephen Thorne, Resident Acting Company members Timothy Crowe, Fred Sullivan, Jr., Daniel Duque-Estrada, and Mauro Hantman will take on various roles in the production. They will be joined by third-year students in the Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Acting program, local performers, and a children’s cast comprised of young local actors. continued on next page...

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Continuing Trinity Rep’s tradition of offering affordable tickets for all, the theater will have discounted previews of A Christmas Carol. Thursday, November 8 is a Pay What You Can performance. Pay What You Can tickets go on sale at 6:30 pm that evening, and are limited to one per person.

Other special performances for this production include an Open Captioned performance for the show on November 11 at 12:00 pm. There will be a Sensory Friendly Plus! performance on November 17 at 12:00 pm designed to meet the needs of children and adults on the autism spectrum, or with sensory processing disorders. This performance features modified sound, lighting, and other adjustments. There will also be a Lunch and Learn on November 16 at 12:00 pm where members of the public are invited to bring their lunches and see behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the set and other aspects of production.

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A Christmas Carol at Trinity Rep is presented by Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses with supporting sponsors Amica Insurance. The Media Sponsor for this production is iHeart Radio’s stations B101 and Coast 93.3. Trinity Rep will continue to partner with the Rhode Island Community Food Bank throughout the run of the show. Since 2006, the cast of A Christmas Carol has raised money following the performances, and the audience has responded generously, giving over $465,000 to the Food Bank over the years. This year’s production is dedicated to Stephen Hamblett and his love for the story of A Christmas Carol.

Rhode Island’s Tony Award-winning theater, Trinity Rep has created unparalleled professional theater for and with its community since its founding in 1963. Trinity Rep strives to facilitate human connection and has been a driving force behind the creativity that fuels and defines the region for more than 50 years.

Trinity Rep is committed to reinventing the public square and inspiring dialogue by creating emotionally-stimulating live productions that range from classical to contemporary and innovative education programs for all ages and abilities. Its annual production of A Christmas Carol has brought families together for 41 years and made memories for over a million audience members.

Subscriptions for the 2018-19 Season are now on sale. The season includes Pride & Prejudice by Kate Hamill, black odyssey by Marcus Gardley, a special limited-engagement of An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare, Macbeth by William Shakespeare, The Song of Summer by Lauren Yee, Little Shop of Horrors with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, and José Rivera’s Marisol.

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5 Hacks for Holiday Hosting

(Family Features) It may feel impossible to fit even more into already jam-packed days, but when the holidays roll around, entertaining and celebrating always find a way. Fortunately, you can find some shortcuts when hosting that offer plenty of festive style while also helping you avoid stressing over every detail.

This year, rely on some time-saving hacks so you’re not just throwing the holiday party, but enjoying some seasonal fun of your own.

Repurpose with purpose. There’s no need to make time for a trip to the store or to spend a bundle on party supplies. A pretty, oversized flowerpot or planter that has been cast aside for winter makes a perfect tub for icing down beverages. When it comes to decor, you can cover any old box with some of last year’s leftover holiday paper to add some colorful touches around the home. A similar idea: wrap canvas art or other frames in pretty paper to extend the theme up the walls.

Make easy attractive. Most holiday celebrations center on the food, but it’s still an area where you can shave some time. For example, a simple but attractive option like the wide selection of Chinet Classic White products is designed for practical use. They do not bend, fold or leak, and are strong enough for extra helpings no matter the occasion.

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Fill the freezer. Whether your holiday entertaining is more impromptu in nature or you host a single sizable shindig, keeping a well-stocked freezer can help make hosting a cinch. Dedicate an afternoon to preparing items you can easily defrost and serve later, like casseroles, appetizers, side dishes and desserts.

Forgo fussy food. An elegant sit-down meal isn’t the only way to enjoy a holiday gathering. Guests may even appreciate a break from traditional heavier fare. Simple food stations, finger foods and even store-bought meals are all time-saving alternatives. Another timesaving option: dressing up store-bought food as part of a larger spread. For example, you can top side dishes like mashed potatoes with olive oil or butter and sprinkle with cheese or embellish a main course such as ham with rosemary sprigs and fresh fruit.

Keep cleanup simple. For a festive, yet deceptively easy table, consider using kraft paper as tablecloths and let some of that leftover wrapping paper do double-duty as table runners. Simply cut the wrapping paper to your desired length and fold the edges under to create clean seams. Match the DIY table coverings with a coordinated line of disposable tableware to make cleaning up a cinch.

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Plan in advance. Even if you’re typically the last-minute type, the hectic holiday season is no time to wait until a few days ahead of the celebration to throw meals and more together. Instead, be sure to put together a guest list and send invites at least a few weeks out. Take inventory of supplies like silverware, plates, serving dishes and any accessories you’d like to feature at the table. Make an outline of the food each guest is bringing, or, if you’ll supply all the food, ensure there will be plenty for everyone.

Make a list. Planning only takes you so far if you don’t write everything down. Once the menu is determined, list out what you’ll need to make the magic happen. Don’t forget to jot down easily overlooked items that can be picked up the day of, such as ice.

Remember to thaw. One surefire way to make the big day a big disaster is to forget to thaw your main course. If you’re planning to roast a turkey - perhaps the most common centerpiece - remember it takes around a day to thaw for every two pounds of meat. So, for example, it could take close to a week for a 14-pound turkey to fully thaw prior to cooking.

Prep the day before. There are many tasks (big and small) that can be taken care of the day before guests arrive, making the holiday less stressful for hosts. From whipping up simple appetizers like dips to giving the house a thorough cleaning, there’s plenty of pressure that can be taken off your shoulders 24 hours in advance.

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Christmas Tree Lighting Event Saturday, December 8th - 3pm

The Rehoboth Anawan Lions Club invites you and your family to attend the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Event at the Memorial Gazebo, Rehoboth, MA on Saturday, December 8th at 3pm.

After the tree lighting all are invited to the Goff Memorial Hall at The Rehoboth Public Library for fun and games. Refreshments will be served Be especially good because “You Know Who Is Making A List And Checking It Twice”. He just may appear at the tree lighting site to see if you’ve been naughty or nice!!!

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Hiwanis of Greater Seekonk will be sponsoring the 14th annual Tree Lighting and Santa Visit on Thursday, December 6th at 6:00 PM at the Seekonk town hall, 100 Peck Street. Holiday music will be provided by the Hurley Middle School Brass Ensemble, Santa Claus will arrive by fire truck to meet all the children hot chocolate and cookies will be served.

Donations for the Seekonk food pantry Doorways will be collected including canned meat and fish, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, sauces, rice, beans, soup, peanut butter, cereal and macaroni and cheese.

For more information contact Susan Chaisty 508-557-1363 or Bernadette Loiselle 508-212-4221.

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Club News & announcements Rehoboth Garden Club News

On Monday, November 5, 2018, the Rehoboth Garden Club will host a special program which is open to the public. Rehoboth’s own Sheila Bouchard, owner of Designs by Sheila, will demonstrate how to create beautiful and unique holiday floral designs. There will be opportunity drawings for all of her creations. Join us at the Carpenter Museum, 4 Locust Ave., Rehoboth, MA at 6PM for refreshments and a wonderful evening. The guest fee of $5.00 will help to support our scholarship, civic and educational programs.

Members will meet on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 9:30 AM at the Carpenter Museum for our annual wreath and basket making workshop. Our wreaths will be given to the local civic buildings, libraries and senior center. Home bound members will receive baskets made specially for them. Members are reminded to bring fresh greens, clippers, scissors, and floral arranging accessories.

A holiday luncheon provided by the club officers and festivities will follow. Please bring a wrapped ornament to swap.

It’s a great time to join our club! Previous gardening or floral arranging experience is not necessary. For information please contact Dianne Burns at dburns54@comcast.net or 508-336-9933.

Elks National Veterans Service Commission

“November Is Elks Veterans Remembrance Month”

Chicago, IL, October 11, 2018: An estimated twenty-two million veterans live in our communities. The Elks National President, Michael T. Luhr, has proclaimed November to be Veterans Remembrance Month as a way to encourage us to reach out to local Veterans and offer your support.

This November and every month of the year, Elk will serve thousands of Veterans across the country. Elks volunteer at more than 330 VA Medical Centers, State Veterans Homes, clinics, transitional shelters and Veterans facilities where they plan activities, buy needed supplies, host meals and offer friendship.

Elks help Veterans rehabilitate and thrive by supporting adaptive sports events, and providing therapy kits and wheelchair gloves to recovering Veterans.

More recently, Elks have pledged to help end Veteran homelessness by pledging $4 million dollars to assist Veterans experiencing homelessness. We’ve since helped thousands of Veterans exit or prevent homelessness. Our Elks Lodges are focal points for supporting local military members and Veterans and meeting their needs. Last year alone, the total value of Elks’ contributions to our nation’s Veterans was nearly $47 million, and our members served more than 677,000 Veterans.

This Veterans Remembrance Month, we urge you to join the Elks in recognition of and service to the Veterans in your community. Let us also remember the words of Elk member and President John F. Kennedy who said, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them.”

There are nearly 1,900 Elks Lodges across the country with a total membership of around 800,000.

Elks members must be American citizens who are at least 21 years of age and must believe in God. To learn more and to join us in service, visit www.elks.org

Rehoboth Anawan Lions News

Well here we are with another months news and we have been very busy with celebrations etc. that have kept us very busy preparing for the parade etc.

When you are a Lions member there are lots of things out of the ordinary that are always fun times as well as busy ones. We were part of the parade for the 375 Anniversary of our town with a big part of the parade being with our share of the parade showing off our colors and doling out candy to the youngsters and all along the parade line looking for our usual candy and even the dogs looking for cookies for dogs, we can’t leave them out because they are looking for treats! It was a lot of fun and a remembered time over all the years as some of us were part of the celebration the last time; oh well time marches on!

We had a meeting after the celebration and we also had a very successful pasta supper which was enjoyed by all who attended and we would like to say thank you to all who bought tickets and enjoyed the meal

November 2018 The Reporter that was prepared by all the members who did all the cooking etc. that goes into the meal which was delicious too. We always do this once a year and believe me there is a lot of time that it takes a project like this to be successful and delicious too. Thank you to all who bought tickets and enjoyed the meal. I’m sure the club will plan another one next year. Thank you all!

We are getting ready to put together operation shoe box that goes to service men from the area and we supply the needs that the Service Men and women need for Christmas and that is another project we help with....fun too... We are also doing the Peace poster contest so next month we will have the winners names from the Beckwith school who represented our two clubs in Rehoboth...... the Rehoboth Anawan Club and the Rehoboth Club.

We have done our Marian Manor bingo as well at the nursing home in Taunton they really look forward to this event....been doing it over 25 years. They look forward to it so here we go year after year snow and whatever. DEDICATION is the word that needs to be emphasized along with dedication to the elderly in this nursing home......THANK YOU GIRLS from the Rehoboth Anawan club who go every time it comes up.

We will have been to a function to a Homecoming for our Past International Director Joyce Middleton who has served for two years on the International Board and represented all the Lions in our District. We will honor her as she returns to her family along with all the Lions she represented from our District......congratulations to Joyce for a job well done.

Well that’s about it for now. Watch our projects coming up after the Holidays and to all thank you for your support with all our projects that will be coming up in the future because your support makes us happy and we need your support in some of our future projects.......remember our motto WE SERVE and indeed we do...... see you next month.

Volunteers Needed For 4-H Youth Program

Adult volunteers are currently needed for a couple of hours each month to serve as club leaders for local 4-H clubs in Bristol and Norfolk Counties. The role of a 4-H volunteer leader is to provide skills from your own area of expertise while developing a meaningful relationship with youth. Especially needed are volunteers with skills in dog care and obedience, horse care, small animal care such as rabbits and poultry, and general science.

The goal of the 4-H program is to help youth, ages 5 to 18, become competent, caring adults through positive mentoring, learning how to take community action, and increasing their sense of self-esteem, responsibility, fairness, trust and decision making techniques. The 4-H office provides training, resource materials, activity curriculum and support. “We need people who have an interest in spending time with young people and who want to learn alongside them,” says Jay Field, 4-H Educator for Bristol and Norfolk Counties.

For more information on how you can make an impact on the youth in your community, contact the 4-H office at (508) 668-9793 or by email at jfield@umext.umass.edu to discuss how you can make a difference, be a part of a productive 4-H team and spend quality time with youngsters. 4-H is an outreach education program of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst in cooperation with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Check out our website at www.mass4h.org.

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The Bristol/Norfolk County 4-H Youth Program is looking for groups such as libraries, recreation departments, community groups, and other youth organizations, who would be interested in presenting the 4-H babysitter training program this fall or winter. The goal of the 4-H babysitter’s program is to prepare young people for babysitting and childcare by educating them to become capable, caring and responsible babysitters. Topics include child safety, first aid, emergency response, feeding, discipline, entertaining, stages of child development and the business of babysitting.

Courses take 6-8 hours to complete and can be covered in a variety of time slots. We can either present the program for you or we can give you the resources to present the program yourself.

Each participant will receive a Babysitter Manual and a Babysitter Certificate and ID card upon completion of the course. There is a fee to present this program. For more information on the 4-H Babysitter Program, contact 4-H Educator Jay Field at (508) 6689793 or by email at jfield@umext.umass.edu. 4-H is an outreach education program of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst in cooperation with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Check out our website at www.mass4h.org.

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Seekonk Kiwanis Taste of the Towns - 2019

Kiwanis of Greater Seekonk is sponsoring their 23rd annual Taste of the Towns on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Grand Rose Ballroom in the Clarion Inn on 940 Fall River Ave., Seekonk (route 114A). There will be food tasting from the areas restaurants and wine and beer tasting, There will also be raffles of gifts from the various vendors and local businesses, a 50/50 raffle and an auction. For information or offers to be sponsors please contact Susan Chaisty at sue52525@comcast.net or Bernadette Loiselle at danmegmoll@ comcast.net.

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Hi all. It feels like fall/almost winter. Our garden is done. Porch plants were brought in so no frost damage to them.

On October 7 we had a lot of fun in the Parade. Thank you, Jean and your committee for making it a memorable event.

At our October 9 meeting we were pleased to welcome Myrna Westgate as a new member. On the 23rd we celebrated Halloween with a party. The costume parade led by a harmonica playing Patriot fan, Jean, Ghost-Oliver 1st, Power Ranger- Max, 2nd, Big Bad Wolfe-Fay, 3rd followed by Missionary, Mike and Witch Bob. The pumpkin painting/carving contest followed with Bob winning first, Jean second, Max third, Oliver fourth, Mike fifth, Richard sixth and Fay seventh.

State session in Milford will be October 25-28.

The next meeting is November 27th at 7 PM. It will be a pumpkin pie contest. Come join us to judge and enjoy. As the Nov 13th meeting has been cancelled because of National Grange meeting in Stow Vermont, please bring non-perishable items for the food bank to this meeting.

We host Bay State Pomona on Nov, 24th for lunch, a meeting and holiday celebrations.

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From the Rehoboth Veterans Office Veterans Day 2018

RSVP by November 6th to veterans@town.rehoboth.ma.us or call (508)-252-4467 A ceremony will be held on the 11th month, on the 11th day at 11th hour at the Rehoboth’s American Legion Veterans Cenotaph located at the corner of Route 44 and Danforth Street, followed by the placing of a wreath at the Rehoboth Veterans Memorial Gazebo on Redway Plain.

A free dinner cooked by our lovely Kim Fagundes in honor of our fellow Veterans and ALL who wore the uniform for this GREAT Nation along with one immediate family member will be held at the American Legion Post 302, located at 84 Bay State Road following the Ceremony. The American Legion will open up at 11:15AM, followed by social hour with dinner being served around 1:00PM. We will deliver for our house bound Veterans around midafternoon if arranged prior to November 6th.

The main course will be a “Surf & Turf” Pork Tender Loin & Baked Stuffed Shrimp Appetizer: Salad, roasted garlic in dipping oil, bread & butter, marinade mushrooms Main Course: Pork Tender Loin & Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Twice baked potatoes, string beans, roasted carrots & home apple sauce Dessert: Strawberry and Pineapple Trifle with homemade whipped cream or Chocolate Trifle with Kahlua drenched devil’s food cake and a homemade whipped cream made with Baileys Irish Cream

Veterans Day and Memorial Day

Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military — in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served — not only those who died — have sacrificed and done their duty.

Brief History of Veterans Day

Originally, Veterans Day was called “Armistice Day,” and the date was chosen to commemorate the signing of the armistice with Germany that ended hostilities during World War I. The armistice, signed on November 11th, 1918, did not officially end that war, however. That came on June 28th, 1919, with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. On the other hand, since the U.S. never signed the Treaty of Versailles like the other Allies, one could say that for the U.S. at least, the November 11th armistice really did end the war.

At first, the focus of Armistice Day was on the veterans of World War I, though it was always meant to honor all veterans of foreign wars, who risked their lives on the battle field to secure the freedoms

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join in saluting our military veterans of all eras and branches this November 11 - and every day. Thank you for serving America with honor, courage and commitment.

Veterans Day 2018

November 2018 The Reporter of all Americans. Over time, with the passing away of the World War I generation and the coming of new conflicts during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, the focus on the 1918 Armistice was lost and the name of the holiday was changed. Additionally, today, Veterans Day is generally regarded as honoring all those who ever served in the U.S. Armed Force rather than only those who actually fought in a war.

In 1919, the first celebration of Armistice Day took place, with Britain and the Allied nations of World War I all observing the day.

Business as usual was briefly interrupted at 11am, the time when the armistice was signed with Germany. There were also parades and patriotic gatherings, and red poppies were put on display in many British Commonwealth countries.

Another development took place in 1926, when Congress finally decided to declare that World War I was over. It was odd for this recognition of an existing reality to come seven years late, but without the U.S. agreeing to the Treaty of Versailles, there had been no official end to the war. Congress also made November 11th a day of prayer and thanksgiving and expressed a desire that the U.S. flag be on display during this day and that special ceremonies be held.

Finally, in 1938, Armistice Day became a permanent, official public holiday. Eerily enough, the holiday designed to honor World War I veterans became official only a few years before World War II arrived. The next stage in the history of Veterans Day came in 1954, when it received its present name. Congress made the change when pressed to do so by various private Veteran’s organizations.

A debacle involving Veterans Day came in 1971, when Congress changed the date from November 11th to the fourth Monday in October. This led to chaos because many states refused to recognize the change. Some would be celebrating in November while others did so in October, and the resistance to the date change never broke down. Finally, the date was changed back to November 11th beginning in 1978.

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Another interesting Veterans Day “conflict” involves a matter of grammar and spelling. Today, many people spell the holiday as “Veterans’ Day,” but the official government-approved spelling is “Veterans Day”. The explanation given is that the adjectival spelling instead of the possessive-case spelling shows that the holiday is about honoring veterans rather than a day that belongs to them. continued on next page...

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Veterans Day

By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Since the birth of our Nation, American patriots have stepped forward to serve our country and defend our way of life. With honor and distinction, generations of servicemen and women have taken up arms to win our independence, preserve our Union, and secure our freedom. From the Minutemen to our Post-9 /11 Generation, these heroes have put their lives on the line so that we might live in a world that is safer, freer, and more just, and we owe them a profound debt of gratitude. On Veterans Day, we salute the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who have rendered the highest service any American can offer, and we rededicate ourselves to fulfilling our commitment to all those who serve in our name.

Today, we are reminded of our solemn obligation: to serve our veterans as well as they have served us. As we continue our

responsible drawdown from the war in Afghanistan and more members of our military return to civilian life, we must support their transition and make sure they have access to the resources and benefits they have earned. My Administration is working to end the tragedy of homelessness among our veterans, and we are committed to providing them with quality health care, access to education, and the tools they need to find a rewarding career.

As a Nation, we must ensure that every veteran has the chance to share in the opportunity he or she has helped to defend. Those who have served in our Armed Forces have the experience, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve success as members of our civilian workforce, and it is critical that we harness their talent.

Across our country, veterans who fought to protect our democracy around the globe are strengthening it here at home. Once leaders in the Armed Forces, they are now pioneers of industry and pillars of their communities. Their character reflects our enduring

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This day, and every day, we pay tribute to America’s sons and daughters who have answered our country’s call. We recognize the sacrifice of those who have been part of the finest fighting force the world has ever known and the loved ones who stand beside them. We will never forget the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice and all those who have not yet returned home. As a grateful Nation, let us show our appreciation by honoring all our veterans and working to ensure the promise of America is within the reach of all who have protected it.

With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service members have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11th of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation’s veterans.

NOW, THEREFORE, the President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2018, as Veterans Day. I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and private prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I call on all Americans, including civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communities to support this day with commemorative expressions and programs.

IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.

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Events & Activities Annual Turkey Raffle at the Seekonk American Legion Post 311

Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, November 9th - 8pm

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, November 9, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Dereck Kalish. Music will be performed by Alden Robinson, Glen Loper, and Max Newman. Beginners welcome.

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American Legion Post 311 is having their annual Turkey Raffle on Friday, November 16th at the Post Home, 351 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. Raffle starts at 7:00 pm for 30 turkey baskets that include vegetables and all the fixings. Turkey baskets raffled every 10 minutes.

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On Saturday, November 10, the acclaimed pianist Frederick Moyer will be returning to the Arts in the Village Concert Series.

The evening’s program will feature classic works by Bach, Debussy, Schumann, and Gershwin, among others.

During over 35 years as a full-time concert pianist, Moyer has carved out a vital career that has taken him to 43 countries and to such far-flung venues as Tokyo’s Suntory Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Windsor Castle, and the Kennedy Center. Always creative and engaging, Moyer’s enthusiasm, exacting artistry, and adventurous programming have made him a favorite among audiences of all ages. In recital, his delightful commentary from the stage brings the listeners into the heart of the musical experience, while his MoyerCam projection system allows audience members to see his hands as he performs.

Moyer was born into an artistic family. On his mother’s side, his grandmother was a poet, and his grandfather Paul Green was a Pulitzer-prize-winning playwright. On his father’s side, his grandmother was a singer, and his grandfather was a professor of piano at Oberlin College. Moyer’s father, a trombonist, was a member of the Boston Symphony for 35 years, and his mother was an accomplished pianist, harpsichordist, and singer.

Moyer began playing the piano with his mother at the age of seven. While still in high school, he received a full scholarship to attend the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia and later attended Indiana University. Shortly after graduation, a highly praised New York debut at Carnegie Recital Hall launched Moyer on a career that has flourished ever since. He has appeared as piano soloist with orchestras including the Cleveland, Philadelphia, and Minnesota Orchestras; the St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Houston, Boston, Singapore, and Dallas Symphony Orchestras; the Buffalo, Japan, and Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestras; and the major orchestras of Australia.

Sponsored by BayCoast Bank, this concert will take place on Saturday, November 10, at 7:30 p.m., at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth, MA 02769. Admission is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, and $8 for students and children. The doors open at 7:00 p.m. for a wine bar, and tickets are available at the door.

First-come, first-seated. Wheelchair accessible. Cash and checks only. Information: 508-463-5384; http://www.rehobothantiquarian. org/arts-in-the-village/.

Arts in the Village Presents Frederick Moyer in Concert Saturday, November 10th - 7:30pm

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22nd Annual Four Paws Charity Auction for Homeless Dogs and Cats Friday, November 16, 2018

Animal Advocates is having its 22nd Annual Four Paws Charity Auction for Homeless Animals on Friday, November 16, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm. Admission is free. It is being held at Rachel’s Lakeside Banquet, 950 State Rd., Dartmouth, MA. The Silent Auction for Animals is our largest annual fund raiser; it’s a chance to meet with friends, have a fun evening out and support a worthy cause.

The money we raise from the Auction for Animals will keep animals out of shelters and off the streets through spaying and neutering. Our Spay/Neuter Assistance Program prevents animals from reproducing, and protects them from hunger, suffering and unnecessary euthanasia. Animal Advocates is committed to ensuring the health and welfare of cats and dogs by promoting proactive, compassionate no-kill programs.

Every year Animal Advocates puts on a spectacular Silent Auction with hundreds of great items just in time for the Holiday season.

The Holidays are coming up and what better gift than knowing that the proceeds will go to help dogs and cats in your community that need us. Many items are new and you’re sure to find something for everyone on your holiday gift list, with over 300 items.

At our Auction this year we are featuring beautiful original art from the Southcoast’s most gifted artists; including paintings, glasswork, jewelry, furniture, pottery, and fiber art. Many of the items at the Auction are unique, and you won’t find them anywhere else.

There will be sports and autographed sports items, antiques and new items, children’s and young adult items, weekend get-a-ways, fabulous handmade gift baskets and gift certificates to the area’s most delicious restaurants and eateries, gift certificates to stores, shops and services, gifts for pets and much more.

Please come and join us and buy your Holiday gifts at the Auction for Animals. You will feel good in knowing that the money raised will make a difference in the lives of pets, and provide services to local animals in our communities at the same time. If you can donate an auction item, please call us at 774 888-9008.

For more information, please call (774) 888-9008 or e-mail animaladvocates@comcast.net Animal Advocates is a nonprofit charitable no-kill animal organization for cats and dogs committed to preventing overpopulation and the needless suffering of homelessness. Our programs would not be possible without the public’s attendance at the Auction and support of this event!

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Annual Turkey Raffle at the Seekonk American Legion Post 311 Friday, November 16th - 7pm

American Legion Post 311 is having their annual Turkey Raffle on Friday, November 16th at the Post Home, 351 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 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. Please call the Post at 508-336-9822 for information or directions.

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Theatre One Productions, in Middleboro, MA holding auditions for Steven Dietz’s, off- beat Comedy, Becky’s New Car on Sunday Nov 18th, from 1pm to 8pm, Janet Perry Community Center, 8 Benton Street Middleboro. Please prepare a 1 to 2 min contemporary monologue bring an 8x10 headshot with resume, email theatreoneproductions@yahoo.com for appointment. Seeking, Becky’s husband Joe Foster- a roofer, late 40’s early 50’s, Walter Flood- a very wealthy businessman widowed, 50’s-60’s. Actors 20’s-30’s for roles Chris Foster, a psychology student and Kensington Flood, Walter’s daughter. The Roles of Becky, Steve and Ginger, have been cast with Victoria Kirichok-Pratt, Paul Hayden and Susan M. Salvesen. Rehearsals start Sunday, Feb 10. Show opens March 22, at the Alley Theatre for two weekends. Story, have you ever been tempted to flee your own life? Becky Foster is caught in middle age, middle management and in a middling marriage with no prospects for change on the horizon. Then one night a socially inept and grief -stricken millionaire stumbles into the car dealership where Becky works. Becky is offered nothing short of a new life. A devious and delightful romp down the road not taken Peg Holzemer directs

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Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, November 23rd 8pm

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, November 23, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Lisa Greenleaf. Music will be performed by Free Association, with Amy Larkin, Carol Bittenson, and Debby Knight. An introductory session will start at 7:30 p.m.

Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary $10; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/ rehoboth.html.

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Rehoboth 375 Painting Party for Teens and Adults

November 24th from 3:30 to 5:30pm

Paint a Beautiful Scene of Bad Luck Pond Rehoboth artist Melissa Treichler will teach a painting party for teens and adults on Saturday, November 24 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Goff Memorial Hall as a fundraiser for the Rehoboth 375 Committee that is still paying for the big anniversary parade held in October.

Paint Melissa’s beautiful, colorful version of Rehoboth’s Bad Luck Pond on canvas. Melissa will take participants, step through step, through the experience of creating a wonderful keepsake from Rehoboth’s 375 anniversary year.

Cost is $20 per person includes all supplies and refreshments.

Please reserve your spot now by emailing: paintingparties@Rehoboth375.com. Online payment is available by visiting the Town of Rehoboth website for online event payments, or visit Rehoboth375. com for a link to online payment. Checks should be made payable to: Rehoboth 375 Anniversary Committee.

Rehoboth, Massachusetts is celebrating the 375 Anniversary of the town’s founding in 1643 with special events, programs and fundraisers throughout 2018.

Seekonk Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner Saturday, November 24th - 4pm

The Seekonk Athletic Department will be holding its Hall of Fame Dinner at 4 PM on Saturday November 24th at Pawtucket Country Club. At this dinner the first induction class to the Seekonk Atheltic Hall of Fame in over fifteen years will be announced. The induction class is comprised of Jeff Chakouian (Track and Field), Valerie Blinn (Golf), Andrew Pereira (Basketball), Norman Bowlin (Softball Coach, Community Service), Heather Spellman (Field Hockey, Basketball, Softball), Jennifer Spellman (McLarnon) (Field Hockey, Basketball, Softball), Ray Grant (Swim and Dive Coach), Ricky Silva (Basketball, Tennis), Alisha Lee (Hanoian) (Swim and Diving), Robert Stedman (Swim and Diving), John Gregorek, Jr. (Cross Country, Track and Field), Samantha Demty (Swim and Diving), and Robert and Karen McKenna (Community Service). The cost of this event is $45.00 per person. Make checks payable to Seekonk Athletic Boosters and mail to 261 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771. The deadline for payment is November 15th. For more information please contact Colleen O’Halloran 401-368-0017 or Fred Crippen 401-644-9223..

Rehoboth Community Dance

Sunday, November 25th from 7 - 9pm

*Free* On Sunday evening, November 25 from 7 to 9 p.m., there will be a community dance held at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth. This dance is hosted by the Sunday Night Jammers, a group of area musicians who meet regularly on Sunday evenings at Goff Hall to play music rooted in Celtic and other traditions.

The November 25 dance will feature contra dance steps and a variety of international and couple dances, such as polkas and waltzes. All dance steps will be taught.

Admission is free and open to the public. Beginners and families are welcome, with the recommended dance age of 6 and up. It is not necessary to come with a partner. A potluck precedes the dance at 6 p.m. For information, contact Bob Elliott at Bobolinkelliott@ yahoo.com or call 774-644-1369. http://www.contradancelinks. com/jammers.html

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Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, November 30th, 8pm

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, November 30, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller George Marshall.

Music will be performed by Wild Asparagus, with Becky Tracy, Ann Percival, and David Cantieni. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $10; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

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Native American Craft Show and Food Drive Dec. 1, 2018 • 10am-5pm Free Admission

At the Oakhill Community House, 1 Beech St., Taunton, MA Please step into our circle and help support our cause. Some are struggling financially to make ends meet. It is a tough decision whether to put food on the table or buy a holiday gift.

Traders will be showing and selling their crafts! Handmade Craft demonstrations!

Please we ask for a non - perishable Food donation so we could help a family in need.

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Please step into our circle and support our cause. Some are struggling financially to make ends meet. It is a tough decision whether to put food on the table or buy a Holiday gift.

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Local Barbershop Harmony Singers Bring Joy to Holiday Season

NoteAble Blend and Harmony Heritage Members Offer Classic Caroling with a Contemporary Twist

NoteAble Blend and Harmony Heritage women’s a cappella choruses, the Southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island chapters of Harmony, Incorporated, an international organization of female a cappella singers specializing in the barbershop harmony style, will bring joy to the holiday season with a special performance at the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church at 2 PM on Saturday, December 8, 2018. The church is located on 701 Foundry Street in South Easton, Ma. The choruses will put a contemporary spin on classic caroling, and the performance will blend traditional holiday tunes with an entertaining mix of other repertoire.

“This holiday program is one of the highlights of our year,” says Kim Thompson, Harmony Heritage, chapter president, “and we are pleased to once again be joining NoteAble Blend. The choruses will bring to the audience a memorable performance that’s sure to be a staple in their holiday traditions.”

The performance is open to the public, and good will donations will be accepted at the door. All donations will benefit the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church. The show will feature performances from two choruses and several chapter quartets, as well as raffles, refreshments and a lot of good old 4-part a cappella music to start the holiday season.

The NoteAble Blend and Harmony Heritage choruses sing in the barbershop harmony style, which traces its musical roots back to the turn of the 20th century. Today, barbershop harmony singers not only celebrate the classics, but also put their own spin on contemporary songs as well.

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About Harmony Heritage

Founded in 2001, the Rhode Island chapter of Harmony, Inc., also known as the Harmony Heritage chorus, brings four-part a cappella harmony to the local community through regular performances and educational events. The chorus consists of women representing a wide range of musical backgrounds, from novice to trained professionals, and performs under the direction of Bob O’Connell. Harmony Heritage rehearses at 7:15 PM on Tuesdays at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 50 Park Place, Pawtucket, RI. For more information, visit www.harmonyheritage.org.

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About Harmony, Incorporated: Harmony, Inc. is an international, non-profit organization whose purpose is to empower all women through education, friendship and a cappella singing in the barbershop style. Founded in Providence, RI in 1959, the organization has expanded from its Eastern roots to include more than 60 chapters in the United States and Canada, from California to Newfoundland, and from Manitoba to Florida. For more information, visit www.HarmonyInc.org.

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Olde White Church 11th Annual Veterans Meat Pie Supper November 9th from 4-7:30pm

Swansea’s Olde White Church Salute to Veterans Meat Pie Supper is being held Friday, November 9th from 4-7:30 PM. The First Christian Congregational Church, located at 1113 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA is in its 11th year of providing this “Donation Only” buffet-style supper consisting of a ¼ slice of Willow Tree meat pie, whipped potatoes, veggies, gravy, rolls and dessert. Veterans Day is a holiday intended to thank and honor and celebrate all those who served in the military, in war time as well as in peace time. Acknowledging veterans demonstrates our gratitude for all they do to preserve our freedoms. Our church and “Veterans helping other Veterans Project” has grown to become our church’s largest outreach cause.

ALL donations are converted into food and service gift cards which Kevin Serpa, Swansea’s Veteran’s Officer, distributes throughout the year to Swansea veterans who are truly in need. Last year we were able to raise $8,200, and fed over 300 people. Mr. Serpa will be on hand to answer any questions and distribute information on available Veteran matters.

Donations in advance of the supper from local businesses and friends have been going well. Anyone wishing to contribute financially in advance to help with this cause can call the church office at (508) 673-7179 and arrange for a donation pick up. Checks can be made to the First Christian Congregational Church-Veteran’s Supper and are tax deductible. Swansea and surrounding communities has over the years steadily supported this supper with an increased turnout and financial donations. All are invited to come and enjoy the camaraderie, break bread, and participate in honoring our past and present American heroes. During these trying financial times the need is even greater to help Veterans who served in the past and those just returning and/or their families who are in need.

Thanking you in advance for helping us, help others in our community.

Artisans & Crafters Wanted For Holiday Craft Fair

Saturday, November 17 from 9am - 2pm

First Christian Congregational Church will be holding its Annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, November 17 from 9 am – 2 pm. We are renting full tables at a cost of $35 and a half table at a cost of $20. We are currently looking for artisans and crafters who would like to showcase their products. Please call Nancy Smalzel at 617-335-9014 or call the church office at 508-673-7179 to request a vendor application. Thank you!

East Providence Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service Monday, November 19th - 7pm

Six East Providence churches come together to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in a worship service. These six churches have connections through a shared ministry created six years ago; The Bread of Life Food Pantry.

The East Providence community is invited to join in worship on Monday, November 19 at 7:00 pm. The worship service will be hosted this year at Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ - 100 Newman Avenue.

An offering of non-perishable food items as well as financial contributions will be received during the worship service to benefit the Bread of Life Food Pantry. continued on next page...

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Join Us for an Evening of Worship, Celebration and Thanksgiving

Seekonk Congregational Church Christmas Bazaar and Gift Festival

• Bethany Church of the Nazarene • Church of the Epiphany • Evangelical Covenant Church of Riverside • Haven United Methodist Church • Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ • St. Margaret Catholic Church For more information, contact Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ at 401-434-4742.

Christmas Bazaar and Gift Festival, Seekonk Congregational Church, UCC, 600 Fall River Ave, Seekonk. December 1st, Saturday, 9am-2pm …Handmade crafts, knitted goods, decorations, jewelry, Live Wreaths, Boxwood centerpieces, a wide variety of gift baskets, and more! Baked goods as well as a luncheon being served featuring various soups, sandwiches, homemade desserts, fries, etc. Special room with Christmas items, drawing table with winners announced at the end of the day. Pictures with Santa.

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Rumford, RI – Saturday, December 1, 2018 between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM Newman Congregational Church, UCC will host their 23rd Annual Mission Bazaar. All proceeds are donated to various charities. Last year’s profits were dispersed to the following: Back Bay Mission, Bread of Life Food Pantry, Haiti, Newman’s Mission Fund, Rumford Lions Club, Senior High Youth Group, and the Women’s Center.

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 Christmas items, fleece scarves, handmade crafts, and jewelry made by Haitian artisans. You are sure to find treasures at “Newman Marcus” (our white elephant tables). Alternative gifts will be available. The kitchen is open for breakfast and lunch. Bring your friends, and enjoy the festivities!

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November 9, 10, 11 2018 at Mason Field, Attleboro Falls MA • Friday - 3PM-6PM Camp Set Up • Friday - 7PM- Candlelight Worship • Friday - 8PM – Candlelight Procession to Mason Field • Friday - 9PM – Homelessness Begins • Saturday - 8AM - 4PM – Panhandling Around Rehoboth and Surrounding Towns And Fundraising At Different Sites • Sat. 3PM – 7PM – Youth Serving Dinner at Soup Kitchens • Saturday – 5PM Dinner at Mason Field • Saturday – 7PM – Reflections of the Day • Sunday – 8 AM – Break Camp/Youth Go To Church For Worship Service

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The Hornbine School was restored fifty years ago as part of the Rehoboth 325th celebration. The folks from 1968 gave us an active piece of Rehoboth history. We are thankful that they gave the town such a special gift. The building was built around 1846 -7.

This year, the school hosted over 600 students. They came from Rehoboth and nearby towns to spend a day at school as it was in the past.

We were able to have a float in the parade because of the help from Butch Bliss of Attleboro / Rehoboth Building Supply 44 Park St., Rehoboth. They supplied us with a beautiful flatbed truck as well as all the necessary wood to build our float.

We had a 50th birthday cake made from old books by Dawn Azar. A wonderful replica of our outhouse was made by Chris McDonald of Dighton.

Gabe, Kennedy and Josh were our students on the float. They shared 720 tootsie rolls with spectators.

Dave Downs, Dawn Azar , Bethany Costa, and Kelly Hathaway were helpers on the float along with Jann McMurry, a teacher at The Hornbine School.

We also want to thank Donny Azar, Tessa Potter and Ralph Potter for their extra help with the float.

Submitted by: Cathy Potter, Director Hornbine School; Picture was taken by Ron Whittemore of Rehoboth.

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scouting around Enrollment for Scouting Opens Across Southeastern New England Scouting is Now Available to Boys and Girls

The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America is welcoming new boys and girls into Scouting across Southeastern New England this fall with a social media campaign that highlights the benefits of Scouting, the adventures it entails and its recent decision to welcome girls. Over 9,700 youth from across the region participated in Scouting last year – a four percent increase from the previous year.

In Scouting, youth are challenged to earn advancements that require hard work and dedication in mastering a skill – such as first aid, citizenship and architecture. Units participate in activities such as camping trips, derby races and field trips. Scouts are also given the chance to serve their communities in events such as Scouting for Food, the annual food drive where Scouts collected over 215,000 pounds of food for the Rhode Island food bank last year.

“Each fall, we encourage youth to join Scouting to build strong character, learn life lessons and create lasting memories and friendships,” said Tim McCandless, Scout Executive/CEO of the Narragansett Council. “Scouting instills the skills needed to succeed in life, and the values needed to be a good citizen. We’re thrilled to be able to welcome boys and girls across Rhode Island into our program.”

This year marks the first round of enrollment time that girls in grades K-5 can join Cub Scouting. Since the Boy Scouts of America first decided to welcome girls into the program, 72 girls have joined units across the Narragansett Council. So far, 14 have

already enrolled during this recruitment season. Girls ages 11-18 will be able to enroll starting in February.

“The decision to welcome girls into Scouting was made to enable working families with sons and daughters to participate in one single program with ease. Many sisters were participating alongside their Scout brothers prior to this official announcement.

We’re excited to see how our Council grows and how young lives are impacted due to this,” said McCandless.

Scout troops generally meet weekly, and new Cub Scouts can start working toward their first award – the Bobcat merit badge – within weeks. The badge is earned through learning the core values of Scouting. The first Scouting event for newly enrolled Scouts is the Superhero Academy on Saturday, October 13, where Cub Scouts can participate in archery, boating, crafts, games, and more.

Parents can learn more and register their child at beascout.org.

About the Narragansett Council: The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America’s mission is to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and, in other ways, prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential.

The Narragansett Council’s research-backed, youth development programs are for boys and girls ages 6 to 20 through Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Exploring. The council serves nearly 14,000 youth in Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Pawcatuck, Connecticut. People can learn about Scouting programs and find groups near them at www.BeAScout.org. For more information, please log on to www.narragansettbsa.org.

Seekonk and Rehoboth Girl Scouts Costume Party

Almost 70 local Girl Scouts in Kindergarten through 12th grade and some potential Girl Scouts had a wonderful time at the annual Seekonk & Rehoboth Service Unit Costume Party. The scouts played games, listened to music, and shared snacks at this fun

event. Thank you to the Blanding Library and Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for providing the venue. If you have a girl in your life who would enjoy Girl Scouts you can learn about becoming a girl scout at www.gssne.org.

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Scouts Will Deliver Door Hangers for RI Community Food Bank Donations on October 27, Ocean State Job Lot to Donate up to 100,000 Pounds of Food

The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America will hold its 31st Annual “Scouting for Food Good Turn” drive on October 27 across Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. Thousands of Scouts will distribute door hangers to neighbors’ homes seeking donations of nutritional, non-perishable canned goods. The annual initiative, the largest food drive in New England, highlights one of Scouting’s primary focuses – doing a “Good Turn” daily. This year, through a new partnership, Ocean State Job Lot will match pound-for-pound (up to 100,000 pounds) all food collected by the Narragansett Council’s Scouts to be donated to local food pantries.

More than 200 Scouting Packs and Troops from across Southern New England will participate in the drive by collecting canned goods from families and individuals. Donation pick-ups will be the following Saturday, November 3 starting at 9 a.m., and will be delivered to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and other local food pantries.

“Scouting for Food brings the community together to help our neighbors in need,” said Joe DeStefano, Volunteer Coordinator for the food drive since it began in 1987. “Last year, we collected 215,000 pounds of food for the needy. We’re aiming to give even more this year with the help of Ocean State Job Lot, who we can’t thank enough for their generosity.”

DeStefano began volunteering for Scouting for Food 31 years ago. Under his leadership, the Scouts have collected more than 9.2 million pounds of food for neighbors in need.

Each month, 53,000 Rhode Islanders seek food assistance through the Food Bank’s network of emergency food programs.

12.4% of Rhode Island households struggle to afford nutritious meals, and 5.6% of Rhode Island households experience severe hunger. 120,000 Rhode Islanders live in poverty.

“Over the last 31 years, Scouting for Food has helped us provide meals to thousands of families,” said Andrew Schiff, Chief Executive Officer of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. “This food drive is key to serving the one in eight Rhode Islanders in need of food assistance, especially as the winter approaches.”

“Scouting for Food is an important event not only to serve our communities, but for Scouts to build character and develop an ethic of community. It brings troops together to do their part and give to the less fortunate,” said Tim McCandless, Scout Executive/CEO. “In preparation of another successful drive, we ask the community to give generously. We also thank Ocean State Job Lot for their unwavering commitment to the community’s needy.”

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Scouting for Food is a cooperative effort supported by the Narragansett Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Ocean State Job Lot, WPRI-12 News, Fox Providence, the Rhode Island National Guard, The Valley Breeze and area fire stations.

“The Scouts of the Narragansett Council are excited to help make this year the most successful drive yet,” said DeStefano. “This opportunity helps Boy Scouts learn the importance of helping people in need, and offers the chance for everybody to partake in the spirit of generosity.”

Following the USDA’s guidelines for healthy eating, donors are encouraged to fill their bags with the Food Bank’s most needed items: • Canned Soup, Tuna, Canned Meats, Peanut Butter, Nuts • Canned Fruits & Vegetables, Dried Fruit, Tomato Sauce • Nutritious Breakfast Cereals, Whole Wheat Pasta, Rice • Granola Bars and other healthy snacks • Canned or Dried Beans If the Boy Scouts are not able to cover your neighborhood, please visit your local food pantry or the RI Community Food Bank located at 200 Niantic Ave., Providence. Food can also be dropped off at one of our two Scout Shops: • West Bay Scout Shop at 1276 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick RI • East Bay Scout Shop at 79 Swansea Mall Dr., Swansea MA

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Explorers from Troop MA3712 completed a service project for Abundant Hope pregnancy resource center in Attleboro. The girls made Diaper Babies and packaged them with fleece blankets and board books. They will be donated and delivered by the girls to Abundant Hope this month. Girls will have a tour of the facility and learn the mission of this valuable resource. Outfitted with the latest ultrasound technology, the troop will see a video of an ultrasound put together by the director of the program.

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Troop 13 Rehoboth will be conducting a Christmas Wreath Fundraiser to help us raise money for better camping equipment like tents and stoves. Wreaths are $15 dollars apiece. Pickup will be on December 1st from 9-12 in the morning at Rehoboth Congregational Church, 139 Bay State Road, and on December 2nd at Patriot Firearms School, 51 Winthrop St, from 9-12 as well. Delivery is an option for local deliveries only. Please contact BoyScoutTroop13Rehoboth@gmail.com to reserve your wreath. Please consider purchasing a wreath for such a great cause. Thank you in advance.

Troop 13 has been very busy out and about in Rehoboth the past few months. The boys helped the Rehoboth Food Pantry and the Rehoboth United States Postal Office collect food for the town’s annual mailbox food drive.

We would like to thank Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, MA for assisting at the Food Pantry sorting and dating cans of food.

The boys recently marched in the Rehoboth 375th Parade in Dog & Cat Grooming October. A day filled with fun and excitement. We are happy to thank A Warm Heart for Cold Noses all that attended and experienced this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Happy Birthday Rehoboth!!! ~Very Clean & Cozy~ Troop 13 is also happy to announce some rank advancement Special $20-$25 Baths within the troop. Ranking up is a essential part of being a Boy Scout.

We strive to make the top rank of Eagle Scout. for Short-haired Breeds Congratulations to Ian H. who gained the rank of Tenderfoot, Includes Nails & Teeth Adler A. Who gained the rank of Second Class and Joe A. Who gained the rank of Life Scout. Congratulations to these fine gentle36 years experience in Seekonk men.

177 Fairview Ave, Rehoboth MA We are always looking for new people to join our troop! If you or relative or even a friend are interested or even thinking about joining Troop 13, contact Bill Dalpe (Scoutmaster) at (508) 326-0293.

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News from Troop 1 Seekonk Boy Scouts

Troop 1 Boy Scouts have been busy this summer and fall. Here is a little bit about what we’ve been up to.

National Youth Leadership Training

In July, Troop 1’s Senior Patrol Leader, Ben Pope was selected to represent Narragansett Council in Washington, DC at the NYLT Leadership Academy. The NYLT Leadership Academy is the high-level course for National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) Staff nationwide. NYLT Leadership Academy trains youth staff to be world-class presenters, evaluators, and leaders of their home council’s NYLT courses. Ben spent a week in our nation’s capital receiving leadership training and learning team building skills to apply upon his return.

Camp Yawgoog

Every August Troop 1 attends a week of summer camp at Camp Yawgoog Scout Reservation, an 1800-acre camp in the wilderness of Rockville, RI. Yawgoog has been providing life skills for scouts for over 100 years and Troop 1 has participated for decades. This summer we had nine 1st year scouts and even more veteran scouts.

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Hiking Mt. Adams

In September members of Troop 1 Seekonk spent the weekend in New Hampshire hiking the White Mountains. Our first day was spent climbing Mt. Adams, the second highest peak in New England after its nearby neighbor, Mt. Washington. It was a gusty day, requiring us to take the protected Valley Way trail to the summit.

The trail offered difficult terrain, including many rock scrambles.

After the 10-hour hike (up and back) we were all sore and tired, but also very proud of our accomplishment!

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It wasn’t all about competition though, as scouts traded patches and cards with friends new and old. A special thank you to Troop 42 East Falmouth for inviting us to their Ice Cream Social Spectacular where we enjoyed time with a scout who used to be in our troop.

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People In The News AJ and Alicia Gouveia Have Wins at Wayside Warrior Racing As the 2018 race season comes to a close for Rehoboth residents AJ and Alicia Gouveia, the brother and sister junior dragster team have seen a lot of the winner’s circle. AJ, in his third season racing, won six races in the East Coast Outdoor Power Equipment Junior Dragster B Class and added five second place finishes and finished twice in the semi-final round. Ten year old AJ’s outstanding performance earned him the 2018 New England Dragway Jr B Championship. Seven year old Alicia was tough competition for Rookie of the Year winning two races and three second place finishes, just missing the rookie honors. The Gouveia’s faced off against each other several times during the year, but there was only one final round match-up on the last points weekend of the season. AJ’s near perfect light helped him to defeat his sister. This was the last time for three years the two will meet since AJ is moving up a division. Alicia says she will be ready for their next match up!

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State House Representative Steven Howitt Named to Special Commission Regarding Suspected Animal Abuse Boston – Representative Steven Howitt (R-Seekonk) has been appointed to serve on a special commission that will explore the possibility of requiring certain state employees to be trained to identify and report suspected cases of animal abuse. The appointment was made by House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading).

The 18-member commission will work to identify the potential costs associated with training employees and contractors of the Department of Children and Families, and the Department of Elder Affairs, as well as investigators working for the Disabled Persons Protection Commission, to recognize and report animal cruelty, abuse and neglect. The commission will also consider the potential costs associated with training municipal animal control officers to learn to recognize and report these abuses “I am honored and appreciative of this commission appointment to further serve the Commonwealth for the benefit of the safety and welfare of animals as we must be their voice,” said Representative Howitt.

Representative Howitt’s sponsorship of legislation calling for the creation of a statewide animal abuse registry was cited in this new appointment. First filed in 2015, the bill would require the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services to establish and maintain a central computerized registry of all persons convicted of an animal abuse crime, and would prohibit animal shelters, pet stores, and breeders from selling an animal to any individual listed on the registry.

“Representative Howitt has been at the forefront of efforts to impose stronger penalties against individuals who abuse or neglect animals,” said Representative Jones. “His Dr. Lisa Daft and Dr. Jared Stubbs Dr. Lisa Daft Dr. Christina Piacquadio commitment to protecting animals will be Are pleased to announce Dr. Chris Vanderpool an asset to the commission as it considers expanding the number of persons responhas joined our family and cosmetic dental practice. sible for reporting these crimes.”

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Representative Howitt currently serves on the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, the Joint Committee on Transportation, and the House Committee on Redistricting. He represents the Fourth Bristol District, which includes the Towns of Seekonk, Rehoboth, and portions of Norton and Swansea.

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News And Notes From Blanding Library

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Thanks to all who made this year’s used book sale in October another great library fundraiser. We especially thank the staff and Friends volunteers who have worked so hard on the sale this year. There were great book bargains to be found, as well as delicious goodies at the bake sale. A special note of thanks to members of the Leo Club at D-R High School who helped move all those heavy boxes of books around. The book sale is also a nice social occasion where people can catch up with old friends they haven’t seen in a while.

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There will be a fun craft workshop for teens and adults at the Blanding on Tues. Nov. 6 from 6 to 7:30. Participants will make wire art holiday ornaments with artist Thea Ernest.

Registration limited to 15 participants, ages 12 and up. All tools and supplies provided but you are welcome to bring your own special beads or found objects too. Call 508-252-4236 to register.

String Concert on Dec. 3

The Providence Adult String Ensemble will play at Goff Hall on Monday Dec. 3 at 7:30 with a reception to follow. Admission is a free-will donation, with all funds collected going to the Friends of the Blanding Library.

Gingerbread Houses on Dec. 11 & 12

Mark your calendars for Tues. Dec. 11 and Wed. Dec. 12 for the annual holiday children’s gingerbread house program. There will be two sessions, each from 3:30 to 5. Register by calling the library at 508-252-4236.

Yoga for Families on Nov. 16 & Dec. 4

The next two sessions of Yoga for Families will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday Nov. 16 and on Tues. Dec. 4. This is a free event for families with children from birth to age 8. It is presented by Create Power Yoga, sponsored by PACE along with funding from the MA Dept. of Education in collaboration with the Blanding Library. For more information, contact Jocelyn (jcarvalho@paceccw.org) or call 508-984-3559.

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Story hours for children continue into November, except for a few dates around Thanksgiving. Check with the library for more details. Tot Time for children under 3 is held on Wed. at 10 and Story and Craft hours for ages 3-K on Tuesdays from 10 to 11 or Thursdays from 1 to 2.

The Blanding Book Club’s next two meetings are on Wed. Nov. 7, discussing “This Is How It Always Is”, a novel by Laurie Frankel, and on Wed. Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. when the book will be “You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me”. This is a memoir by noted writer Sherman Alexie, of the Spokane/Coeur d’Alene tribe, about his complicated relationship with his mother.

The next Lego Club meetings (for all ages) will be on Sat. Nov. 10 and on Sat. Dec. 8 from 10:30 to 11:30.

The Blanding Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Friday and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays and holidays, including Mon. Nov. 12 for Veteran’s Day. The library will close at 4 p.m. on Wed. Nov. 21 and be closed on Nov. 22 for Thanksgiving. The library is located at 124 Bay State Rd., 508-252-4236 (blandinglibrary.net).

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Programs for Children and Families Postcards for Vets

November Tween/Teen Programs

Friday, November 2nd from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

All programs are for students in grades 6-12.

Registration forms can be found on our website seekonkpl.org/teens

Family Art Experience

Thursday, November 1 at 3 pm

Get together and decorate postcards to send to our veterans in time for Veteran’s Day! All agesDrop in.

Thursday, November 8th from 10 AM - 11 AM

Join Miss Amy for fun (and messy) process-art activities for little ones. We’ll be shaking, stamping and brushing, using washable and even edible paint! Ages 0-3. Older siblings welcome. Please register in advance

Star Wars Symposium

Saturday, November 10th from 1 PM - 3 PM

Team Bulletin Board

Get artistic and help create a bulletin board for the Children’s Room. Register online.

Teen Advisory Group

Thursday, November 8 at 3 pm

We need your input! Come eat, chat and plan upcoming teen activities.Register online.

America Recycles Day

Thursday, November 15 at 3 pm

Celebrate Star Wars with Peter Struzzeiro and his Star Wars Symposium! There will be a museum of Star Wars, trivia contest, show and tell and funny videos. Bring a Star Wars item to share and wear a costume!Ages 5 and up.Drop in.

Learn how to recycle those pesky plastic bags and make jewelry, coasters, magnets and more! Bring as many plastic bags as you can! Register online.

Tuesday, November 13th from 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

Thursday, November 29 from 3-5 pm

America Recycles Day

Join us for a fun recycling project. Ages 5 and up. Drop in.

Preschool Turkey Tales

Wednesday, November 14th from 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Join us for Thanksgiving stories, a craft and snack for children ages 3 – 5. Please bring your SAILS card so your child may browse and select books to take home.Register in advance

Toddler Turkey Tales

Tuesday, November 20th from 10 AM - 10:45 AM

Join us for Thanksgiving stories, a craft and snack for children ages 2 & 3. Please bring your SAILS card so your child may browse and select books to take home. Register in advance

Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, November 27th from 2 PM - 5 PM

A global giving movement. Let’s join together in the spirit of the holidays and give back to our community. We’ll make an item to donate to a local organization. For more information about this global giving movement visit givingtuesday.org Drop in.

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What You Need to Know to Self-Publish Your Book Wednesday, November 14th at 6pm

Seekonk, MA – The world of publishing has been turned upside down in the past twenty years with the advent of online self-publishing services. Learn how you can take advantage of new options for your dream book in the program Self-Publish Your Book on Wednesday, November 14 at 6 PM at Seekonk Public Library. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library and is FREE and open to the public. No registration is required.

Traditional book publishers no longer offer the only pathway to publication. But there is a lot to consider, and much of what is required you may need to do for yourself, or else pay someone to help you. Presenter and self-published author Marjorie Turner Hollman will help you learn some of the pathways to getting your book into print, and how to protect yourself from unscrupulous operators.

To register or for more information, call visit www.seekonkpl.org, call Adult Services at 508-336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.

Friends of Seekonk Public Library Book Sale Saturday, November 24th, 9am to 3pm

The Friends of Seekonk Public Library is looking for vendors to participate in an annual holiday sale. The event is slated for November 24, 9 am to 3 pm. Space is limited and the participation fee is $30 for an exhibitor table. For questions or to get an application to participate, contact Lori at Lmpielka@aol.com.

November 2018 We all need a little down time during the hustle and bustle of the holidays! What better way than to kick off your shoes and snuggle up with a good book that you chose at a great price?

The Friends of Seekonk Public Library is holding its Holiday Book Sale on Saturday, November 24, 9 am to 3 pm. Adult items will be 50 cents and all children books just 25 cents. In addition to all the great titles, you can try your hand at winning a back to school raffle basket. Tickets are $1 each or 8 for $5. All proceeds from the event benefit the Seekonk Public Library!

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The Friends of Seekonk Partner with Amazon Smile

The Friends has partnered up with the “Amazon Smile” Foundation where Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of eligible smile. amazon.com purchases to the Friends of Seekonk Public Library.

Participation is easy. When visiting, please select the organization as the beneficiary or use this link instead https://smile.amazon. com/ch/04-2768229. Helping the Library offer programs is truly something to smile about!

Nature Photography Contest Awards Monday, November 26th, 6pm

The votes have been cast and it’s time to find out who the winners are. Join us for the Nature Photography Contest Awards held on Monday, November 26 at 6 PM at the Seekonk Public Library.

No registration is required.

All summer long, the library has been sponsoring a contest of nature photography in Seekonk. With the finalists chosen in October and displayed at the library, the public has now voted and selected their favorites. Join the Seekonk Library’s own, Ben Phinney, our master of ceremony for the evening, for the announcement of the winners and the presentation of awards. Representatives from both the Seekonk Artists Network and the Seekonk Land Trust will also be on hand talk to about more ways we all can get involved in the art and nature of Seekonk.

For more information visit www.seekonkpl.org, call Adult Services at 508-336-8230, or email library@seekonkpl.org.

Discover the Seekonk Fire Museum Wednesday, November 28th, 6pm

The Seekonk Fire Museum offers a unique perspective of our town history. Learn more about what’s available at this new resource in the program Discover Local History with the Seekonk Fire Museum on Wednesday, November 28 at 6 PM at Seekonk Public Library. No registration is required.

Presented by members of the Central Volunteer Fire Association, come to hear their first hand accounts of firefighting in town.

You can try on firefighter gear and examine other items that will be on display. Don’t miss this virtual museum visit during the off season and personalized account of Seekonk’s history.

To register or for more information, call visit www.seekonkpl.org, call Adult Services at 508-336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.

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Our mission Kidspace Toy Library exists to provide a community space for kids and families to build friendships through play, and to foster creativity and imagination by providing access to a variety of toys.

It is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run ministry of Godspeed Church.

Lots of toys!

Ukulele Strum & Sing Along Wednesday, December 12th, 5:30pm

Seekonk, MA – Let’s fight the dark days of winter with a ukulele and song! Sign up now to join us at the library for our Ukulele Strum & Sing Along beginning on Wednesday, December 12 at 5:30 PM. Librarian Michelle Gario will lead this program. Michelle says “Since starting to play the ukulele about a year ago, I have met so many people who have one tucked away somewhere at home. This is the perfect time of year to get those ukuleles out of the closet and enjoy playing and singing together.” Perfect for beginners, selected songs will be five chords or less, from a variety of genres. No ukulele?

No problem! Borrow one from the library with your SAILS library card or just come to sing with us! This program is free and open to all; please register in the library’s Events Calendar online or by calling the library by December 1 in order to receive a preview of the music we will be playing together.

For more information and to register, visit the library’s Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org, call the library at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org.

Board games, puzzles, playsets, blocks and building toys, dolls and action figures, educational toys, dice and card games, and more!

Play with the toys at Kidspace, or bring your favorite home for a week or two (loan period dependent on item).

Special events Check our Facebook page for latest updates—our grand opening, game nights, etc. Lots of fun is in the works!

Donations Got a closet full of toys that aren’t getting used anymore? Donations to the toy library are welcome. We accept gently-used toys, and tax receipts are available upon request.

Kidspace Toy Library at Godspeed Church is a member of the USA Toy Library Association.

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Trumpeter Swan Release Returning Swans to the Wild

E.A.R.T.H. Ltd, the non-profit arm of Southwick’s Zoo, is excited to announce a new conservation program coordinated with the Trumpeter Swan Society.

Southwick’s Zoo was contacted by the AZA and SSP Coordinator for Trumpeter Swans (Cygnus buccinator) and the Trumpeter Swan Society to have the zoo’s trumpeter swans genetically tested to determine if they are Rocky Mountain Population stock. Due to rules governing migratory populations of birds, only swans that are purebred RMP (Rocky Mountain Population) stock can be released or repatriated back into this population which is native to the Greater Yellowstone area.

With the help of Southwick’s Zoo Veterinarian and E.A.R.T.H. board member, Peter Brewer, blood samples were drawn from the adult breeding pair of trumpeter swans at the Zoo in hopes of a matched genotype. While waiting for the results on the blood sample results, there was coordinated efforts with David Hoffman at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to ship three cygnets (swan chicks) which were hatched at Southwick’s Zoo in the spring.

This repatriation program does not require a specific genotype.

Requirements for the repatriation program included coordinating with zookeepers, scheduling health exams, obtaining permits and other documentation as well as planning travel arrangements.

After all documentation was completed, three cygnets were shipped from Boston to Des Moines on October 3, 2018. This project required a joint effort by staff at Southwick’s and E.A.R.T.H. by Peter Brewer, DVM, CEO of E.A.R.T.H. Betsey Brewer Bethel, Zoo Registrar and Education Coordinator Lauren Culley, Director of Education Samantha Russak and Lead Zookeeper Duane Long.

The swans arrived safely to Des Moines and were then transported to Laurie Severe Pond in Nora Springs, Iowa. This 18-acre fenced area will be their temporary home for the months to follow, while they adjust to the new landscape and hone their survival skills. There is plenty of natural aquatic food, but they also will be provided with supplemental food over the winter months. These swans, as well as others in the program, will be released in Southern Iowa next spring.

Unregulated hunting and wetland drainage caused a huge decline in the native trumpeter swan populations throughout the country in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. By the 1930’s a nationwide survey found only 69 swans existing in the continental US, all occurring in the Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in southwest Montana. Coordinated efforts between state natural resources agencies and zoological facilities to establish captive breeding programs allowed trumpeter swans to be brought back from the brink of extinction. However, there are still areas where native populations struggle to sustain themselves due to human disturbance.

According to the Iowa DNR, “until 1998, the last wild nesting trumpeter swan in Iowa occurred in 1883 on the Twin Lakes Wildlife Area southwest of Belmond, Iowa in Hancock County.” By participating in this restoration program, these swans will be making an important contribution towards increasing native populations in Iowa.

Trumpeter swans are considered a flagship species for waterfowl and wetlands. These restoration programs give the public a chance to connect with their local environment and allow for organizations like E.A.R.T.H. Limited and Southwick’s Zoo to participate in conservation efforts which help sustain and strengthen native wildlife populations.

E.A.R.T.H. (Environmental Awareness of Resources and Threatened Habitats) Limited is a non-profit conservation organization located at Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon, MA. To learn more about how you can support E.A.R.T.H. Ltd., please visit them online at EARTHltd.org, facebook.com/EARTHLimited, or in person at the E.A.R.T.H. Discovery Center inside Southwick’s Zoo.

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Dave Says Pay It Off!

Dear Dave, I can’t decide what to do about my car. I owe $8,000 on it, and I have the cash to pay it off with plenty left over. One of my co-workers said I shouldn’t pay it off, because I have a very low interest rate on the loan. What do you think?

—Derricka Dear Derricka, What do I think? I think your co-worker is broke. Taking financial advice from broke people is like taking dieting advice from fat people. In other words, it’s dumb.

Pay off your car, and never borrow money to buy a car again for the rest of your life. If you want to win with money, you have to get out of the land of car payments. The idea that you’re stuck with car payments — that you’re always going to have one — is the mantra of those who’ve given up hope. You are in charge of your life.

You are in charge of your financial situation. Don’t be like all those folks out there who whine about stuff like stagnant wages and are unwilling to get up off their stagnant butts to make their lives better.

Derricka, pay off your car today. And please, don’t take any more financial advice from broke people!

Retirement or Debt?

Dear Dave, Do you think I should lower the amount I’m contributing to my 401(k) so I can pay off my house and my truck?

—Jamie Dear Jamie, If you’re following my plan, the first thing you should do is set aside a beginner emergency fund of $1,000. That’s Baby Step 1.

Next comes Baby Step 2, which means paying off all your debt except for your house. This would include your car. During this time, you should temporarily stop any kind of investing and retirement contributions.

Once your mortgage is the only debt you have left, it’s on to Baby Step 3. This means you start saving money and growing your beginner emergency fund into a fully-funded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. When that’s done, you can attack Baby Step 4—investing 15 percent of your pre-tax income for retirement. In your case, that would mean re-starting the contributions to your 401(k).

The rest of the plan goes like this. Baby Step 5 is putting money into your kids’ college funds, if you have kids, while Baby Step 6 is putting everything you can scrape together towards paying off the house early. After that comes the real fun. Baby Step 7 is the point where you build wealth and give like crazy.

It may take a little time in some cases, but following these steps will lead you to financial peace!

—Dave

Spending Money in the Budget?

Dear Dave, We are debt-free except for our home, and we have six months of expenses set aside in our emergency fund. Every time we do our monthly budget, we set aside a small amount of personal spending money for us both. Do you see anything wrong with this?

—DeAnna Dear DeAnna, There’s absolutely nothing wrong with having a little fun money calculated into your monthly budget when you’re in good financial shape. The problems start when couples don’t agree on these kinds of things — or worse — when they start hiding stuff and lying to each other about where the money’s going.

People either grow together or they grow apart when they get married. When you start hiding things from your spouse you’re essentially keeping separate lives. That’s a bad sign in any marriage, and in many cases, this kind of thing leads to divorce.

Having an agreed-upon budget isn’t just telling your money what to do. It’s also an important part of a healthy sharing and communication process between husband and wife!

—Dave

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SCHOOL A Letter from the School Committee Chair

Discussions around space at the elementary school level began in 2015. Together, the School Department and School Committee have openly explored numerous reconfiguration options all while taking into consideration class size and enrollment projections, indoor and outdoor environmental quality of every facility, travel distance to/from school, travel distance and flow within each building as it relates to teaching and learning and maximizing all available space, traffic, parking and bus flow, future programming, capacity of each septic system, location and condition of boiler system, displacement of site features, disruption of school during any renovation or construction, costs, code compliance, long term building use, maintenance, impact on operating expenses, etc. A Task Force was formed to begin the exploration. The School Department obtained enrollment predictions from NESDEC. According to NESDEC we are currently 65 students over planned occupancy at the elementary level and the most recent report indicates overall student enrollment to increase by 700 students over the next 10 years. We’ve conducted facility studies, produced concept plans, researched re-organization and re-configuration of existing space as well as conducted surveys and focus groups with administrators, educators, parents and the community. We retained our Architect of Record to research and facilitate continued discussions and conduct a comprehensive feasibility study. The School Department paid for the feasibility study out of its operating budget. Ultimately an independent community Ad Hoc Committee was formed to vet the final options. These options were also presented to the Town Quad Board.

On October 3, 2018 the School Committee unanimously voted to accept the Ad Hoc Committee report and proceed with their recommendation to design and construct a 10 classroom addition to Aitken Elementary School. The first step to this permanent solution is to secure Design and OPM services. Please consider attending Seekonk’s Fall Town Meeting on Monday, November 19, 2018 at 7pm. A “yes” vote to Article 11 will authorize the Town to take out a bond for the OPM & Design services and the Town will make the debt payments out of the Town operating budget.

This article will NOT be a debt exclusion and will NOT require a proposition 2 1/2 override and subsequent ballot vote and it will NOT increase taxes. For additional information please refer to the project Frequently Asked Questions on the school district website.

This project is unanimously recommended for town approval by the Board of Selectmen. This project also includes the deferred maintenance recommended by the town’s Capital Improvement Committee (boiler replacement, etc.) that will extend the useful life of the school to preserve our assets. This is the next step in relieving the overcrowding at the elementary level. Thank you very much for your continued support of the Seekonk Public School system.

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News from Seekonk High School

By Christine Whatley, SHS Interim Principal November at SHS brings the retirement of two veteran teachers in the World Language Department. After years of dedicated service as Spanish teachers Mrs. Hilda Pelicano and Mrs. Cheryl Geremia are retiring.

We wish them well in the next chapter of their life. With that we welcome two new teachers, Dr. Rosamaria Carlozzi and Ms. Taylor Johnson. We are fortunate to have such experienced teachers join ourfaculty.

The guidance department hosted a College Financial Aid Night on October 24th and continues to schedule times for seniors to work with school counselors on the Common Application. More than 200 students participated in the PSAT given on October 10th at the school. Guidance will be meeting with juniors to let them know about signing up for the Armed Services Aptitude Battery, ASVAB, which will be given here in December.

The Model United Nations Team traveled to St. John’s last weekend for a successful event. The class of 2019 held their Senior Supper at the Hillside Country Club on October 27th. All classes are gearing up for Spirit Week activities, Classes are finalizing their theme for the week, ordering t-shirts and starting on decorations.

A school dance has been added to the list of Spirit Week Activities this year.

Parent Conference Night will be on November 15th from 6:308:30pm. Parents are asked to sign up for a meeting time through the Sign-Up Genius tool that is found on the school home page.

The site will be live from November 5th through the 11th From the School Nurse: Flu season is upon us and all students are encouraged to get a flu shot, especially those with asthma, diabetes, immune-compromised illnesses (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis) and cardiac problems. Local pharmacies are now offering flu shots to children over the age of 9.

The school is in need of another wheelchair if anyone has one to donate. Please contact Mrs. Rok at ext. 62119 or rokp@ seekonkschools.org.

The MDPH requires all grade 10 students are required to submit a recent physical to Mrs. Rok by Jan. 9, 2019. Dr. Wendy Cohen, School Physician, will be conducting sports physicals on Nov. 29, 2018 at 2 PM in Mrs. Rok’s office. All students who are participating in winter sports needs an updated physical on file. Please pick up a form if your child is coming for a sports physical.

Athletic News: For all those participating in Winter Sports this year, please mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 14th.

This is the date for the Mandatory MIAA Pre Season Meeting for all student-athletes and their parents. A brief general presentation will take place in the auditorium at 6:30 followed by individual sports meetings led by the Head Coaches and members of the coaching staff.

Congratulations to the Boys and Girls Cross Country teams who concluded their dual meet season undefeated and Champions of the South Coast Conference Gold Division. The teams traveled to the Cape Cod Fairgrounds to take part in the Twilight Cross Country Meet on October 19th where they were the winning team.

The Boys Soccer Team has qualified for the Playoffs where they are the undefeated SCC Gold Division Champions. We wish them well in the playoff tournament.

The Girls Soccer Team is the SCC Gold Division Champions and are moving on to the playoffs. We wish them well.

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NEWS DRRSD Improves Classrooms, Earns Trane Energy Efficiency Leader Award Details of the project include replacing outdated boilers, lighting and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and controls. It also included replacing roofs and windows at two schools and a 1.2-megawatt solar photovoltaic system, including 12 individual carport canopies throughout the district to generate renewable energy-. The project continues, and the old DightonRehoboth Regional High School roof is currently being replaced as phase five of the comprehensive energy services agreement.

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District received the Energy Efficiency Leader Award from Trane in recognition of the districts commitment to providing a healthy, productive learning environment with minimal impact on the environment.

Shown here (from left) are Kevin Colbert, vice president for Trane, Eliza Coutour, school committee chairwoman, Anthony Azar, DRRSD Superintendent, and Leo McNeil, regional director comprehensive solutions for Trane.

Trane®, a global leader in indoor comfort solutions, and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, recognized the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District (DRRSD), with an Energy Efficiency Leader Award for a multi-year energy conservation program that improves classroom comfort and reduces district energy costs by 62 percent.

Each year, taxpayers spend about $6 billion on energy to run K-12 schools, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). These costs could be reduced by an estimated 25 percent through facility updates and energy efficiency initiatives, like those at DRRSD. The district is tackling energy waste and classroom comfort head on. “We reached a point where we had to make updates to improve the learning environment quality in our schools,” said Anthony Azar, DRRSD Superintendent. “Our phased approach caused minimal disruption to our students and has already created a more comfortable place to learn.”

Anthony Azar and Eliza Coutour, school committee chairwoman, accepted the award on behalf of the district at a ceremony yesterday at Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School. The district’s long-term commitment to providing an energy-efficient learning environment throughout its five schools includes extensive energy conservation and facility improvements.

The nearly $19 million in improvements will reduce at least 62 percent reduction in energy spend, which equals approximately $564,000 annually.

DRRSD made facility improvements with money earned through energy savings. This approach to paying for improvements to public facilities using guaranteed energy savings is known as Performance Contracting and is supported by Massachusetts state law.

DRRSD also received more than $620,000 in utility rebates and more than $2.73 million in solar and biomass incentives.

“DRRSD deserves this award for their commitment to conserving energy and ensuring the best environment possible for their students, said Kevin Colbert, District General Manager for Trane.

“They are a true example of an Energy Efficiency Leader.”

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Working Together and Reaching Higher at Palmer River Elementary

Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Holiday Shopping & Fun Holiday Shopping & Fun on December 8th from 10-3 at Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School in Seekonk. Come support the PTO, local vendors, and crafters. Get your picture taken with Santa!

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Grade 4 and More!

Scientists and engineers of all ages participated in our recent Grade 4 STEM night.

Participants form every age group worked intently to design a ‘straw tower’ that would meet the specified criteria. Would it be the tallest? Was it “free standing”? Could it support the weight of a tennis ball?

Working together in collaboration these multi aged teams set out to make their mark in STEM history. (Pictured left to right above: Landry and Brown families, middle schoolers with Damien L. and Jacob K. and Lilly B.)

Thursday, November 8th, 2018, 9:00 to 12:00 Noon

We’ve Got Spirit - Yes We Do!

Students showcase their creativity and enthusiasm with Crazy hair day, Dress Up day, Sports Day and more! Second grade student, Emma A. wears her own take on the “beehive”. Kindergarten students were celebrating “what they would like to be when they grow up”. Pictured are A. J. as a fireman and Devin C. as out next NASA Astronaut!

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Proud To “BEE” Celebrating!

Mrs. DuBois and Mrs. Miguel with many very amazing students!

It was a great honor for Palmer River Students to be invited to march as part of the Rehoboth 375th Birthday parade. Our students represented our pillars of Respect, Responsibility and Safety.

They shone brightly dancing and ‘kazooing’ to songs encouraging onlookers to “Bee Happy”. Rehoboth may be the birthplace of public education but it is Palmer River that seeks to represent how wonderful education in Rehoboth can “Bee”!

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Parents Are Thankful Their Children Attend Twin Oaks Farm

Miss Betsy takes New Employ

While we certainly miss Miss Betsy who formerly worked in our kindergarten we are lucky to find that she is now employed as the “Magic Mailman’s” helper. This month our students will all be writing a letter to a service man or woman in honor of Veteran’s Day. You can bet that Miss Betsy will make sure that all of these sentiments get right into the hands of our soldiers. We look forward to all of their thoughtful and well written letters.

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Dates to Remember

11/6 No School – Teacher Workshops 11/6 Flu Shot Clinic at Rehoboth COA 11/7 Girls Basketball Try-outs 11/8 Parent teacher conferences - watch for details 11/12 No school - Veterans Day 11/13-11/16 Book fair 11/14 PTSA meeting at PRES 11/15 Parent teacher conferences - watch for details 11/20 Term 1 Report Cards available through parent portal & via backpack 11/21 Early Release at 11:30 a.m.

11/22-11/23 No school - Thanksgiving recess

Students of the Month

The following students were presented with Student of the Month Certificates for the month of September: Gr. 8 – Haleigh Ulicnik, Aiden Mendonca Gr. 7 – Hazel Thomas, Brady Palazzi Gr. 6 – Megan Daniels, Tiago Conceicao Gr. 5 – Ivy Simon, Blaze Coogan Related Arts: Samantha Martini, Andrew DaCruz

Student Council

The following students were elected student council representatives for their homerooms: Grade 5: Madison Williams, Chase Cooper, Ava Hanson, Molly Fortin, Cole Kiselica, Peyton Auger, Lucien Risotti, Avery Gomes, Gia Papa, Ainsley Zibrida, Grace Griffin, and Rory Murphy; Grade 6: Tiago Conceicao, Alyssa Copeland, TJ Levisee, Landis Treichler, Keira DePalo, Megan Daniels, Ella Enos, Kennedy Ferreira, Aaliyah Odumosu, Julian Bowers, Jaiden Weremay, Skyla Perry; Grade 7: Malakai Risotti, Aisha Zia, Kellen Baltazar, Victoria Landry, Travis Chartier, Caraline Corvi, Riley D’Alessio, Hazel Thomas, Kevin Boucher, Lorelei Kellum, Dylan Quinn, Jaylin Gaudreau, Adam Morris, Ethan Sammis; Grade 8: Cote David, Angelina Araujo, Zoe Morgenweck, Caroline Vitale, McKenna Garcia, Marina DePalo, William Kimmell, Amber Young, Katie Vitale NW-CN13136637

BoxTops for Education

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hope to submit at the end of the month so that we can have a check by winter. Please continue to save your BoxTops and send them in to us.

STEAM the Streets Presentation

To kick off Massachusetts STEM Week (10/22-10/26), DJ Angel from Big Picture Anthems came to Beckwith Middle School on Thursday, October 18th, to present to students about careers in Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) and the impact of STEAM careers on the economy and everyday life. DJ Angel showed videos from individuals who hold high positions in STEAM careers including individuals working for Adobe, Pandora, and Google. He also pumped up the crowd with music and engaging slides. It was a great presentation that was entertaining and informative for all grades.

PTSA 5K and Fun Run

LIA: In Ms Giannakoulis ELA class students make connections between famous individuals overcoming adversity

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LIA: In Ms Marchands Social Studies class students work together to find the main idea

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a new feature called Screen Time which is the first effort from a major manufacturer to promote positive screen time behaviors.

We created this Apple Screen Time: Complete Guide for Parents to help you learn how to use this new feature, keep your students safe online, and start a dialog about digital safety.

What is Apple Screen Time?

Screen Time is a new feature for Apple’s iOS 12 that allows users to set screen time limits and see reports of how the device has been used. The feature can be configured by parents and used across devices with the same Apple ID. The Apple Screen continued on next page...

The PTSA 5K and Fun Run took place Sunday, September 30th at the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School. Many runners participated in one or both of the races. It was a beautiful, fall morning which was inspiring to both runners and spectators. Students and staff from Beckwith Middle School participated in the event. It was a great time!

PTSA Book Club

The PTSA Book Club will meet on October 25 at 6:30 pm at the Hillside Country Club. They will be discussing the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck. You do not need to have read the book to be part of the conversation.

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Apple Screen Time With Apple dominating the smartphone and tablet industry, it’s important for parents to be up to date on the parental controls and monitoring features that they offer. A recent iOS update introduced

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time feature can be found in the settings of iPhones and iPads. At the end of the week, users receive a report of their device usage from the past week.

If your family shares an iPad or iPhone, Screen Time doesn’t have the ability to track multiple users per device. Whichever Apple ID is associated with the device will dictate the Apple Screen Time settings. Parents can access Screen Time remotely on their own devices.

What data is included in the Screen Time reports?

Users can select today or the past 7 days and review: • How much time the device has been in use • The number of notifications received • How much time the device has been in use • The most used app (and how long it was used for) • How many times the device has been picked up • What is the Downtime setting?

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LIA Students in Mr Kennys STEM class create bridge designs before constructing wooden bridges What is the App Limits setting?

With the App Limits setting, users can set daily limits for certain app categories and limits refresh every day at midnight. Once the app limit has been reached, the app’s icon will turn gray and have an hourglass icon next to the app name.

What is the Always Allowed setting?

Apps that are selected in the Always Allowed setting will be available during Downtime and aren’t affected by App Limits. By default, Messages, FaceTime, and Maps are Always Allowed (but users can change that within the Always Allowed setting).

What is the Content & Privacy Restrictions setting?

Using the Content & Privacy Restrictions setting, users tailor the types of content that are allowed on their device and configure what personal information apps get access to.

Parents can block or allow: iTunes & App Store Purchases, Installing apps, Deleting apps, In-app purchases, Parents can require a password for additional purchases, The default apps on Apple devices Parents can set content restrictions for: Music, podcasts, and news, Music profiles and posts, Movies, TV shows, and books, Apps, Web content, Siri Parents can block or allow certain features in the Game Center, like: Multiplayer games, Adding friends, Screen recording Parents can block or allow certain apps from accessing information, like: Location services, Contacts, Calendars, Reminders, Photos, Share My Location, Bluetooth Sharing, Microphone, Speech Recognition, Advertising, Media & Apple Music

November 2018 Parents can block or allow changes to features like: Passcode changes, Account changes, Cellular data changes, Volume limit, Do Not Disturb While Driving, TV Provider, Background App Activities What is the difference between App Limits and Downtime?

• Downtime allows users to restrict certain apps during a period of time • App Limits allows users to set daily time limits for certain app categories (e.g. social media and gaming) What can parents do?

• If your student has an Apple device ensure that their iOS is up to date and configure the settings within the Screen Time feature • Configure Screen Time settings based on what is appropriate for your student and their age • Don’t rely solely on Apple Screen Time to keep your children safe. Instead, have regular discussions about digital safety with your family, teach your student how they can self regulate their screen time, and empower them to use technology in a positive way How can parents encourage positive screen time habits?

• Model positive screen time behaviors • Set clear screen time guidelines and let students regulate themselves within those boundaries • Challenge your student to find offline activities they enjoy • Teach students to use social media as a tool to build their resume (as opposed to using it as a pass time) • Discuss the repercussions of negative screen time habits • Remind your student that nothing is private online Tracking how much time your family spends on their devices (and how) is a great way to start regulating screen time and build positive habits. If anyone in your family has an Apple device, consider configuring the Screen Time settings but understand that there are still ways for students to bypass those restrictions. The best way to ensure your family’s safety online, on devices, and on social media is having regular and open discussions about digital safety. There is no substitute to being involved, using the same apps that your student uses, and creating a supportive environment for your student to learn positive screen time behaviors. Tools like Apple Screen Time help parents but they are by no means better at protecting students then parents are.

When parents understand how to set limits and dialog about them with their family they are better prepared for keeping their children safe in the digital world.

Principal’s Message

Dear Families, The field of Education is riddled with buzz words and jargon that can be very confusing to parents, guardians, and even educators.

In an attempt to bring clarity to the esoteric terms educators use, we are introducing “Wednesday Word of the Week” to our daily announcements. Each word or phrase will be a term used in the field of Education. Definitions and examples will be provided as well. Many thanks to the Great Schools Partnership for providing the definitions and examples from their Glossary of Education Reform.

We are starting with the term Opportunity Gap: Closely related to achievement gap and learning gap, the term opportunity gap refers to the ways in which race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, English proficiency, community wealth, familial situations, or other factors contribute to or perpetuate lower educational aspirations, achievement, and attainment for certain groups of students.

Generally speaking, opportunity gap refers to inputs—the unequal or inequitable distribution of resources and opportunities—while achievement gap refers to outputs—the unequal or inequitable distribution of educational results and benefits. Learning gap refers to relative performance of individual students—i.e., the disparity between what a student has actually learned and what students are expected to learn at a particular age or grade level.

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Andrew Flory – 10th overall – Gold Individual - $400 cash scholarship Mia Slater – Gold Individual Alexander Cameron – Gold Individual Merissa Silva Robertson – Silver Individual Coach: Aaron Caswell, NRM Instructor & FFA Advisor Floriculture – Silver Team (17th place out of 46 teams) In the Floriculture CDE, FFA members test their knowledge and skills in the production and retailing of flowers, plants and foliage. Participants must complete a general knowledge exam on the floriculture industry, identify plant materials, demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills, employment and customer service skills, technical floral skills and the ability to work as a team.

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Karolyn Auer – Silver Individual Gabriella Costa – Silver Individual Kaylee Winslow – Silver Individual Coach: Rachel Keating, Animal Science Instructor

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Floriculture Team Ross Sousa – 13th overall – Gold Individual - $400 cash scholarship Hannah Johnson – Gold Individual Lily Berube – Silver Individual Caitlyn Viau – Bronze Individual Coach: Dawn Fornari, Floriculture Department Chair Dairy Cattle Handlers’ Activity Students in this activity present animals for evaluation as part of the Dairy Cattle Management and Evaluation Career Development Event. Handlers earn recognition for their ability to set up their assigned animal to its best advantage, maintain the animal in its most advantageous post, exhibit effective restraint and move the animal as requested by the event ringmaster.

Karlene McMahon – Silver Individual Coach: Daniel Flynn, Animal Science Instructor Dairy Cattle Evaluation & Management – Bronze Team The Dairy Cattle Evaluation and Management CDE is a competitive event that tests the student's ability to select and manage quality dairy cattle. Event components include six classes of dairy cattle, herd record evaluation and dairy management team activity.

Trevor Clapp – Gold individual Kaitlyn Walorz – Silver Individual Lauren Paine – Bronze Individual Kiley Rose – Bronze Individual Coach: Daniel Flynn, Animal Science Instructor Horse Evaluation – Bronze Team The Horse Evaluation CDE is a competitive event that tests students' ability to select and evaluate horses. Event components include eight selection classes consisting of four halter classes and four performance classes. Students also give four sets of oral reasons with two sets coming from each evaluation class. Teams also work together to complete practical activities and a team presentation.

Livestock Evaluation – Bronze Team The Livestock CDE is a competitive event that tests the student's ability to select and evaluate livestock. Event components include eight evaluation classes of beef, sheep, swine, and goats; oral placement reasons on four classes; and a written exam on livestock production. A team activity, utilizing reproductive and marketing information, demonstrates the team’s livestock selection ability.

Olivia Camara – Bronze Individual Logan Caruthers – Bronze Individual Lily Dias – Bronze Individual Sabina Myers – Bronze Individual Coach: Daniel Flynn, Animal Science Instructor This year’s National FFA Convention had over 69,944 people registered. While in Indianapolis, students had the opportunity to participate in sessions held at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse and Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium featuring motivational speakers as well as a surprise visit by the President Trump during the final session. There were dozens of student and teacher workshops, Career Show and Expo, educational tours, community service activities, and a Garth Brooks in concert.

Some students attended the convention with the sole purpose of expanding their knowledge of the agricultural industry and developing leadership skills. Students toured the Purdue Animal Science Research and Education Center, CNH (Case IH and New Holland) Industrial Parts & Service 800,000 square foot facility, and an assortment of farms and industry businesses that allowed students to learn about how the agricultural industry impacts the world and local economy. Students also took part in a National Day of Service. Eight Bristol FFA students spent the day renovating & painting a space at the Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center.

The Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center promotes civic, social and personal responsibility in the community. Their programs provide services to families including preschool, STEAM based curriculum in their before and after school programs and healthy eating classes. The Neighborhood Center services at least 15 percent of the area population. These students truly made a large impact during their short time in Indianapolis.

The convention theme this year was “Just One”. “FFA members know that every life moment, milestone and journey starts with just one — just one step, just one conversation, just one action,” said 2017-18 National FFA President Breanna Holbert of California.

“Together, we can make an impact on our chapters, our communities, our future.”

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Sports Update DR Falcons Prepare to Take on Rival Seekonk in Annual Thanksgiving Game

by Kathryn Poole

2018-2019 DR Football Team Both Dighton-Rehoboth and Seekonk got a rare glimpse of how the annual Thanksgiving football game might go after the Falcons and Warriors faced each other on October 19th. D-R was able to score early on in the game and, despite efforts by Seekonk, was able to win 52-6. Still, the game was an exciting one, creating even more anticipation and excitement for Thanksgiving.

According to Coach Moura, the Falcons are anticipating a hard fought game. “They’re always excited to play Seekonk,” said Moura, “I think this group of seniors know they could potentially graduate not beating Seekonk and lose the chance to bring home that coveted trophy.”

The Falcons have lost the past two Thanksgiving games, providing the team with an additional incentive if they do win.

Speaking about the seniors, Moura explained “I think that was one of the goals they had at the beginning of the year...to win on Thanksgiving.”

Still, Moura warns that the team has more to focus on than the Thanksgiving game. The Falcons are currently in the playoffs, having just beaten Pembroke on October 26th.

“We’re in the playoffs right now, and that’s really been our focus.

We haven’t been thinking about Thanksgiving too much this past week,” Moura remarked.

The stands were certainly exciting on the 19th, with D-R fans going crazy every time the team scored a touchdown. Not to be outdone, Seekonk fans also rallied for their team, adding to the competitive nature of the game. Even the schools’ marching bands went head to head, playing their songs back and forth.

It was also cold night for those attending, with temperatures falling as the night went on. As the crowd bundled up, the teams gave it their all, with Falcons fans eagerly anticipating a positive end to the game.

This year’s game will be played at D-R, an exciting opportunity for the home team’s seniors. The game also happens to serve as D-R’s senior day, a chance for the senior members of the football team, marching band, and cheerleading squad to be recognized.

Seniors will take the field with friends and family as they prepare to participate in their final Thanksgiving game, a moment that will certainly be bittersweet for everyone involved.

When it comes time to play, Moura explained that the team is balanced with regards to each player’s skill. No particular player outshines the rest. “It’s really been interesting to watch. It’s collectively been a team effort each week,” expressed Moura.

However, he does feel the special teams could have an impact on Thanksgiving, explaining “The special teams have been quite a surprise for us this year. We’ve had some great kicking by Dylan Lodice...We’ve had some touchdowns scored on special teams with Brian Ripley and sophomore Jared Ramos, so I think special teams is a big component to our game plan.”

For those attending the game, special teams are just one of the many aspects of the game to watch for. Not only will the crowd get to play a part in the age old rivalry between D-R and Seekonk, but they will also get to watch an exciting halftime. D-R’s cheerleaders will be performing, as will the school’s marching band, whose show tunes from “The Greatest Showman” recently earned first place in its division at the annual Somerset-Berkeley Music Festival. continued on page 78...

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Overall, the game is sure to be a fun one. After Seekonk’s loss on the 19th, those attending can expect the Warriors to put it all out on the field. “Seekonk will certainly be ready to play,” said Moura, “They’ll be gunning for us.”

Per tradition, the annual game will conclude both Seekonk High School’s and D-R’s spirit weeks. For students from both schools, the game serves as a competitive end to an already highly competitive week.

Last year, D-R Principal Dr. Gould made a deal with then Seekonk Principal Dr. Jones, agreeing that the losing team’s principal would have to wear the other school’s jersey for an entire school day. While students have yet to hear about a similar bet this year, last year’s energy is certain to carry into this year’s events and festivities.

As both schools prepare for the big day, Moura encourages as many people as possible to come to the game. “Show up and hopefully we’ll watch our senior class bring home the trophy,” said Moura, “They’ll be working for it.”

If you’re thinking about attending this year’s game, the festivities will begin at 10am at D-R. Fans can expect an exciting game, one that will certainly make this Thanksgiving a memorable one.

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Seekonk Warriors stand together for the National Anthem.

These two cousins have been cheering for Seekonk sports for over a decade! Mersadies Crompton (left) Gianna Panciotti (right)

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For the fifth time in five years, the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School varsity volleyball team are the Mayflower League Champions. The Cougars remain undefeated in their regular season with a record of 16-0 with 4 games remaining.

This year the team is comprised of seven seniors. Sabrina Howarth of Seekonk is a utility player, who sees most time at middle and right side hitter.

Varsity coach, Stephanie CafSabrina Howarth frey, has been coaching at TriCounty for the past 8 years. “We work hard every single day to earn every point in a match,” said Caffrey. “Our girls are all self-motivated to accomplish big goals in the post-season and I look forward to what’s to come.”

All fifteen members of the Cougars are strong academic and vocational students. The team participates in many bonding events such as team breakfasts, lunches and dinners. They also travel to area colleges to see former players play on their respective college volleyball teams. Post-season, all members play in the Mass Premier Club Volleyball summer league. In the summer, the team takes part in Coach Caffrey’s “Butts & Guts” classes made for all Cougar athletes.

“All teams here at Tri-County support each other and focus on attending as many sporting events as possible,” said Caffrey. “We’re all about TC Pride for our school and love to see all the accomplishments and successes every student brings to our Athletic program.”

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A Municipal Department of the Town

55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769

Phone 508-252-3373 Fax 508-252-4617

Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon

Special Announcements for November

The COA will be closed Monday, Monday November 12th in honor of Veteran’s Day & November 22nd and 23rd.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Pickleball

The Council on Aging (COA) sponsors Pickleball at the Rehoboth Town Offices Nike Park every Monday and Thursday morning from 8 to 10 am. The group welcomes newcomers, no matter what their experience level is, including no experience. It is a game and exercise that many people like. The group in Rehoboth is a really nice group of people. We provide nets, paddles and balls.

We are experimenting by adding another time for folks that work.

Starting August 14, there will be pickleball from 5:30 pm until dark on Tuesdays. Any questions should be directed to Otter Brown by calling or text at 508-252-6288 or emailing otterob@yahoo.com.

Now Accepting Food Donations Trap/Neuter/Release Program

RAA provides a Trap/Neuter/Release Program (TNR) in the Town of Rehoboth. The group had a very productive year in 2017. The total number of cats and kittens helped through the TNR program was 145 of which 70 were adopted or in foster care.

Still in Need of Cotton or Flannel Fabric for Our Pillowcase Project

We are donating “Baby Stuff” to new Moms at Sturdy Hospital.

So if you love to knit, crochet, and/or sew and would like to make extra items. We will donate the items to Sturdy Hospital.

We are looking for children’s print fabric donations. We will be making pillowcases for Sturdy Hospital. In lieu of the plastic “Personal Belongings” bag, the pillowcase bags are given to the kids coming in for surgeries, sleep studies, etc., to put their stuff in, and they get to take it with them when they go home. We are also looking for yarn donations. We will be making chemo hats and infant hats.

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Kitchen hours: Monday – Thursdays 8:00am to 12 noon

Tasty Thursdays Lunch

Tasty Thursday Lunch is held on the last Thursday of the Month at 12 Noon. Please come in and join us for lunch with friends. We will have Dollar Store Bingo sponsored by Marion Manor. Cost $3.00 donation.

Men’s Morning Coffee Fridays at 9:00 AM

Come in and enjoy fresh coffee, pastry, and conversation with this lively group of men.

Card Games

Calling All Card Players Mondays 9:30 AM - Cribbage Wednesdays12:30 PM - Hi-Lo Jack

Come on in and try your luck and have a great time doing it.

All are welcome and if you are not sure how to play the folks will gladly teach you.

Art Classes

Michelle’s Art Classes - Cost for this is $4.00. Come on in and join us. Art Classes are Wednesdays at 10:30. Old and new students are welcome. Come in and have fun painting.

Knitting and Crochet Group Fridays at 10:00 AM

If you like to knit or Crochet or you wanted to learn this amazing Craft the Ladies of the Needles are always there to share their knowledge with you. Don’t be shy; women and men are both invited. Come in and try it out.

Ladies Sewing and Quilting Guild Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

This is our charitable sewing group. We will still be making pillowcases, baby blankets & quilts. No experience necessary.

Blood Pressure & Glucose Screenings

Mondays at 12:00 PM

Our town of Rehoboth nurse, Jamie, will be available for blood pressure and glucose screenings. Please contact the COA 508252-3372 for more information.

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Gert’s Café

Lunch is served at Gert’s Café. Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch for the bargain price of a $3.00 donation. Please sign up.

Tues from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Menu to be posted on the Monday before.

The COA Breakfast

Wed from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Serving egg sandwiches, 2 pieces of French toast or 2 pancakes for $2.00 donation with choice of ham, sausage, bacon or home fries for an extra $.50 and coffee for $.25. Start your day off with home style breakfast or have a mid-day snack for those who wake up with the chickens! Come on in and join us!

Dr. Markowitz’s appointments start at 10:00 AM. Please call 508-252-3372 to schedule your appointment.

Tai Chi Classes

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Line Dancing Classes Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

Get in the grove if you like dancing. Everyone is welcome to try out some steps. Cost is $3.00 per class.

Chair Yoga Exercise Classes Thursdays at 9:00 AM

Come and try this gentle style of yoga that’s performed mostly from a seated position. Cost $3.00

Zumba

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Zumba is a fun aerobic workout that mixes in dance moves.

Dance to great music, with great people, and burn calories without even realizing it. Cost is $3.00.

Meals on Wheels

Please contact Bristol Elders at (508) 675-2101 for information.

The Best Is Yet to Come

The Best is Yet to Come (TBYC) is a social group for seniors which was formed for charity, friendship and fun. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 12:00 pm at the Senior Center.

Pot luck lunches, shopping jaunts, movies, tours, plays, and concerts are a sampling of activities that we enjoy together. We are always looking for new activities and ideas. Dues are $6.00 per year - All seniors are welcome!

Next meeting is Thursday, November 8th. After a brief meeting a potluck lunch will be enjoyed. Bring a dish and see if this group is for you. Call Steve Silva for details 401 424-4739. Remember!

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Senior Citizens Club

The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club is a social and charitable club to help seniors in Rehoboth have a better life. Meetings are scheduled for the 1st Thursday at 12:30 and the 3rd Thursday at 12 Noon at the Rehoboth Council of Aging building.

The Friends of the Elderly

The Friends of the Elderly help and partially fund some of the services at the Rehoboth Council on Aging - such as the podiatry.

Friends meet at 10:30 AM on the 3rd Monday of the month. New members are always welcome.

Veterans’ Information & Benefits

Veterans Service Officer, Jake Kramer, can help you. Call 508252-4467 for an appointment. Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM - Noon.

Important Information About Joining Activities

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

COA Bulletin Post on Community Information

Please check the bulletin boards every time you come in to the Council on Aging for information on up coming events such as Free Health Screenings, Support Groups, and other important information that could benefit you, your family or friends.

S.H.I.N.E / OUTREACH

The COA’s Outreach/SHINE worker Bradley Marshall is available Mondays thru Wednesdays 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM and Thursdays 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM to assist you with Social Service needs from Fuel, Food, housing, Medical Insurance, and intervention help. Please call for an appointment at 508-252-3372.

Reminder: SNAP (Nutrition Program – Food Stamps) benefits can be applied for through this office. Please call for particulars on how to apply. Don’t be deciding whether to buy medication, pay bills or food for the table – Call Bradley Marshall to discuss areas of help he can assist you with.

Reminder: FUEL ASSISTANCE – State Fuel Assistance applications for 2017-2018 winter season is now closed to all new applications. When you receive your recertification forms please call the office here for assistance in completing them and transmitting the forms for you. If you wish to apply for this program please call this office to arrange for an interview and assistance in completing a new application after October 3rd. If you are low on heating fuel – ¼ tank or less – Call the Outreach Office – Bradley Marshall – to see if you qualify for emergency assistance.

S.H.I.N.E.

Serving Health Information Needs of Elders

It’s that time a year again! Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP) is almost here, starting October 15th and ending December 7th. If you’re already enrolled in a Medicare plan this is the time of year where you can re-evaluate your coverage to make sure you are still enrolled in the best plan for your needs.

Over the next few weeks, leading up to and during the Medicare OEP you’ll receive notices from your current Medicare plan, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and advertisements from other Medicare companies claiming to offer the best plans. All this information can be overwhelming and as tempting as it may be to lump is with the junk mail and throw it away, which

November 2018 The Reporter may not be the best idea. There are a lot of changes occurring with Medicare this year and to stay informed you need to review all the notices provided by your insurance company and CMS. One of the most immediate changes impacts the Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D plan notification policies. Plans will no longer mail copies of the Evidence of Coverage to beneficiaries.

Instead, the Evidence of Coverage will be available online and a hard copy must be requested. Here’s a list of notifications and resources which you should review and/or request as you prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment: • The Annual Notice of Change (ANOC), a 10+ page document sent out to people enrolled in a Medicare Advantage and/or Medicare Part D. The ANOC is sent by your Medicare plan and includes any changes to your current plans coverage, costs, or service area effective January 2019. Insurance companies can make changes every year that may increase your out-of-pocket cost or decrease your benefits, so it’s important to review this document thoroughly. You should receive this notice by September 30, if not contact your plan directly.

• The Evidence of Coverage is 140+ page document that contains a detailed overview of what your current plan covers, cost, and more. Beginning in 2018, Medicare Advantage and/or Medicare Part D plans are no longer required to mail hard copies of the Evidence of Coverage to Medicare plan enrollees. Instead, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D plans are required to publish the EOC on their website by October 15.

• Plans are required to mail a printed notice called the Notification of Electronic Materials to all enrollees explaining how to obtain hard copies of plan materials routinely available on the plan’s website (EOC, provider directories and formularies). The notice must list the plan’s website, the date the documents will be available on the website, and a phone number to request hard copies of the EOC, plan provider directories and/or plan formularies.

• Medicare & You Handbook is sent by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in late September. This handbook contains lots of useful information about when Medicare covers certain services, including preventive care, medical equipment and supplies and much more. If you don’t receive one by the second week in October, call 1-800-Medicare to get another copy with your state’s specific plan information, or go to the Medicare site to view the general information online.

Additional Medicare Notifications • Notice of Plan Termination/Reassignment Notice. If your Medicare Part D or Extra Help plan will no longer be available in 2019, the CMS will send you this blue notification. You will have the option of selecting a new drug plan for the new year or being reassigned to one by CMS. Your decision must be made before December 31st.

• The Consistent Poor Performer Notice is sent to individuals enrolled in a Medicare plan that has received an overall star rating of less than 3 stars for at least three years. Plans with less than 3 stars are considered poor quality and it’s recommended that you switch to a 4.5 or 5-star rated plan during the Medicare OEP. If you choose to remain enrolled in your plan during the OEP you can switch any time of the year using a Special Enrollment Period for lower rated plans.

All of these documents should be reviewed thoroughly to help you decide if your current plan still meets your needs for the upcoming year. If you haven’t already done so, consider going paperless this year. You can start by creating a Medicare.gov account to receive all notices via email. Then, call your plan to learn about their paperless options. You can find their customer service phone number on your insurance card.

To get help finding a Medicare plan that fits your needs: A SHINE councilors are available a most Councils on Aging or by calling State office 800ageinfo or (800) 243–4636 to find a local SHINE Councilor. For Rehoboth call Bradley Marshall at the Rehoboth COA at 508-252-3372 Ext. 4017.

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Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving

A celebration of love and remembrance

Attleboro, MA – Community VNA Hospice Care will host a service of Remembrance & Thanksgiving on Sunday, November 18th, at Evangelical Covenant Church, 841 North Main Street in Attleboro.

The program begins at 2:30PM. This interfaith service honors the life and memory of loved ones who have died and features music, candle lighting and readings followed by a reception and refreshments.

Participants will be invited to add their loved one’s name to a leaf and hang from a symbolic white birch.

This service is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Glenn Rounseville, Spirit and Bereavement Care Coordinatorat 508-222-0118 ext, 1372 or email grounseville@ communityvna.com

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Seekonk Human Services Human Services Council

Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239 Assistant Director Brittney Faria Senior Secretary Ashley Cartwright, MBA Clerk Kimberly Mallon Outreach Veronica Brickley, LPN BA SOC LSWA Education & Social Program Carol Poncin Office Clerk Maggie Perkins Sharon Bettencourt Executive Board Members

Beverly Della Grotta, Chairperson Irene Andrews, Vice Chairperson Anne Libby, Secretary Christine Allen Guy Boulay Josephine Veader

*Center Hours

Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 4:30, Friday 8:30 – 12:30 Evening Appointments Upon Request 540 Arcade Avenue Seekonk, MA 02771

Veterans Celebration

Wednesday, Nov. 7th @ 11am

What is Veterans Day? A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

Let us always be thankful for those who served. Veterans Agent, Jim LaFlame will be presenting the different benefits veterans are eligible for. Lunch will be a delicious turkey dinner with all the fixings for $3, VETERANS EAT FOR FREE! Advance sign up and payment required for lunch. Activity is free of charge.

AL TESTA JAZZ BAND

Wednesday, Nov. 14th @ 11am

The Al Testa Jazz Trio will perform at Seekonk Human Services. A musician with over 13 years of experience, Testa has played as lead trumpet with musical groups throughout Rhode Island. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited.

Lunch will be meatloaf, veggies and potatoes for $3. Advance sign up and payment is required before attending this activity/ luncheon in person.

TRIAD: K-9 UNIT

Wednesday, Nov. 28th @ 11am

Seekonk Human Services will be closed

• Monday, November 12th • Thursday, November 22nd • Friday, November 23rd

Smoke Detector Safety

This is a perfect time to change your smoke detector and carbon monoxide batteries. If you need assistance changing your batteries, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772.

12th Annual Food for Fuel Pasta Fest

Wed, Nov 7th 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Seekonk High School. Pasta Supper Raffles. Adults: $10; Children Ages: 4 –12 $5; Children 3 & Under Free.

Take outs will be available. Tickets Must Be Purchased In Advance. Sponsored by Seekonk Non Profit Coalition - Benefiting Fuel & Utility Fund of Seekonk Human Services. Please help your neighbors have a safe winter!

For Tickets Call: 508-336-8772. Make checks payable to: Seekonk Human Services Fuel & Utility Account

The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit has served the communities of Bristol County since 1986. Each Patrol K-9 attends a sixteen week Patrol Academy. During the sixteen week period, K-9`s learn tracking, criminal apprehension, building searches, crowd control,felony car stops jail cell extractions, article searching, legal issues and K-9 first aid. Each K-9 Team is expected to perform all activities at a very high level.

The Sherriff’s Office will be bringing in their K-9 Unit Dog to demonstrate. Lunch will be pasta and meatballs for $3. Advance sign up and payment is required before attending this activity/luncheon in person.

Thanksgiving Baskets and Meals

Anyone who receives food from Doorways Food Pantry is eligible to receive a Thanksgiving Basket from Doorways. If you are not currently participating in Doorways and in need of a Thanksgiving Basket, you may call the Outreach Department at Seekonk Human Services for an appointment to receive a basket. You will need to fill out an intake form, please call 508-3368772. All requests must be in by Friday, November 9th, if you or anyone you know needs a basket. Anyone who is homebound and would like a hot meal delivered on Thanksgiving should sign up at Seekonk

Human Services by Friday, November 9th.

Please call 508-336-8772 to have your name put on the list.

Let’s Learn Together!

Library From Home

Wednesday, Nov. 29th @ 2pm

Bad weather or a busy holiday schedule doesn’t have to keep you from getting what you want from the library! The library is as near as your computer, laptop or mobile device. Bring your laptop or tablet so we can review the library services available to you from home. Librarian Michelle Gario will lead this 90 minute class. Please make sure your laptop is fully charged or bring your cable and charger with your device. Contact the Senior Center to register.

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 2019. 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. SHINE Counselors help you understand your plan changes as well as other options you may have. Call now to discuss your insurance questions, schedule your SHINE phone or face-to-face appointment, or learn about group meetings during the Open Enrollment from October 15th through December 7th!

REMINDER: Be on the alert for your new Medicare card in the mail and as always, bring your card and drug list to your appointment!

Podiatry Clinic - Dr. Alan Lechan Wed, Nov 14th; 1pm-3pm

Dr. Lechan is out of Fall River, Mass but will be coming to Seekonk Human Services to perform a Podiatry Clinic. Appointment is required for the Podiatry Clinic. Please call 508-336-8772 to schedule your appointment. Items needed are insurance cards with your doctor’s names, date of last doctor’s visit, summary of last visit, and list of medications. *Please check with your insurance regarding co-pays.

Brown Bags

Wednesday, November 28th

Brown Bag drop off will be from 9:00am—11:00am and pick up at the center will be 11:15am to 12pm.

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Tech Time

Wed, November 14th; 2pm-4pm

Silver Sneakers

Tues. & Thurs. 10am - 10:45am

Students from MTTI in Seekonk will be coming to Seekonk Human Services on the second Wednesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm to help individuals out with their electronics. Bring your laptop, tablet, or cell phone and learn what they all have to offer or clean out the hard drive of your computer.

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Resistance training and activities is achieved with the use of hand weights and tubing. A chair is used for seating and standing support.

Blood Pressure & Glucose Clinic

Mahjong

Wed, Nov 21st; 9:00am-10:30am

Wednesdays at 1pm

Seekonk EMT will be performing our blood pressure clinic! This is a first come, first serve basis. Come on down and get your blood pressure checked.

American mahjong utilizes racks, jokers, “Hands and Rules” score cards and has several distinct game play mechanics.

Chair Yoga

Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

Mon & Wed 10am - 10:50am

It has been shown to help alleviate or reduce many health challenges. The many benefits of Yoga have even been said to slow down the physical ailments associated with the aging process. Health benefits have included improvements in Sleep; Strength/ Arthritis; Diabetes; Hypertension; Excess Weight; Mood/Anxiety; Depression; Chronic Pain as well as Breathing.

Knitting for the Needy

Cribbage

Cribbage players wanted! Come drop in on a Thursday afternoon and play cribbage.

Advanced Floor Yoga

Fridays 9am-10am $2 per person

This class is a Vinyasa practice that is tSeptht at a slower pace to help students find beneficial alignment and nourishment in each pose. This a truly a practice for all and will leave you feeling energized and centered. Class is $5.

Mondays at 12:30pm

Tai Chi

In our Knitting Club, our exceptional volunteers give their time to knit for those in need. The items are donated to Citizens for Citizens Inc., who then distributes them to needy families in Seekonk and other surrounding communities. Free yarn is available at Seekonk Human Services to all club members. For more information call 508-336-8772.

This ancient but effective form of exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety. It also helps increase flexibility and balance.

Its benefits can help reduce back pain and pain from knee osteoarthritis, and improve quality of life. We hope you’ll join us!

Zumba

Thursday, Nov 8th at 9:30am

Mondays at 1pm

Melissa Nelson will be instructing.

Zumba is an aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance. This is fun way to burn calories and stay in shape.

Fridays 10:15am – 11am

Men’s Breakfast

Toti’s Restaurant All men are welcome to attend and no sign up is required. Bring a friend with you to enjoy a delicious breakfast. There is no set price for breakfast, order what you want, pay for what you order.

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Women’s Brunch

Thursday, Nov 15th at 10:00am

Lauren’s Rest. Metacom Ave., Warren, RI All women are invited to attend, there is no sign up necessary. Bring a friend and enjoy good food and good conversation. All meals are dutch treat.

Balance -- Memory -- Weight

Three of the biggest problems for senior citizens are poor balance, memory loss and the inability to loose excess weight. Using the Wii Fit Plus program on a regular basis can help you with all three of these things.

Exercise is not always easy and sometimes it hurts. This is a painless and fun way to exercise. I would love to show you how this program could help you. Contact Nancy at 508-336-9547

Seekonk Senior Shopping Day

By GATRA (800) 483-2500

Tues from 10:15am to 11:30am

GATRA will go to WalMart, Stop & Shop and Pricerite in Seekonk. Please call GATRA to schedule your shopping day.

Fuel Assistance

If you had fuel assistance last year, be on the look-out for your application. File the application as soon as you get it. If you have never had fuel assistance and would like to apply or if you need help filing your application, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772 to make an appointment with the Outreach Department. Fuel Assistance begins November 1st. Income Guidelines: Maximum income for 1 person is $35,510, for 2 people is $46,437, for 3 people is $57,363, and for 4 people is $68.289.

Income includes your social security, pensions and any interest income.

Needed Documents: Proof of income: 4 consecutive pay stubs; Social Security Award Letter or 1099; Pension (Current 1099); Interest Dividends (1099); List of everyone in household plus their income; Food Stamps—copy of verification.

Nutritional Meals

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:30am

Seekonk Human Services offers nutritional meals for $2 each. The menu will be available at Seekonk Human Services.

Sign up is required for this as the meals are brought in from an outside agency.

Bingo

Thursdays at 1pm

BINGO cards will be sold from 12pm until 12:45pm on Thursdays. BINGO will start promptly at 1pm. No tickets will be sold after 12:45pm. Thank you!

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Homeowner’s must include: Mortgage statement; Real estate tax bill; Insurance bill; Recent copy of electric bill and gas/oil bill.

Renters Include: Rent receipt; Recent copy of electric bill and gas/oil bills.

Other Documents Needed: License; Social Security Cards for all members in household; Birth certificates for members under the age of 18.

Gatra Transportation Service 1-800-483-2500

Riding Dial-A-Ride is Easy: To be considered for Dial-A-Ride service, customers must completed GATRA’s Statewide Access Pass and ADA Paratransit Eligibility Application form and/or a Senior Application. BEFORE CALLING, HAVE YOUR TRIP INFORMATION READY. Exact address and requested travel times are required. The day before your travel date, please call the office to check your pick up times. We ask that you call the office between 4:30pm and 6:00pm Monday through Friday, and between 9am and 6pm on Saturday.

Making a Reservation: Make your reservation Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Dial-A– Ride Service Area: The Seekonk Dial-A-Ride service takes riders to the following towns ON LY: • Rehoboth • Plainville (Thursday 10am to 2pm ONLY) • Attleboro (Thursday 10am to 2pm ONLY) • North Attleboro (Thursday 10am to 2pm) • East Providence, North Providence, Pawtucket, Providence (Mon., Wed., & Fri.)

2018 TRIPS Newport Playhouse: A Doublewide, Texas Christmas Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Depart: 10am Return: Approximately 5pm Cost: $55 per person (driver gratuity included) In this outrageously funny comedy, it’s Christmastime in the newest—and tiniest—town in Texas. And it’s beginning to look a lot like trouble in Doublewide. Not only are the trailer park residents dealing with the stress of the holiday season, but they’ve just discovered that Doublewide is being doubled-crossed by the County.

Spend the Yuletide in Doublewide and let this hilarious Jones Hope Wooten Comedy make your Christmas merry and bright…because there’s no place like a good ol’ Texas-sized mobile home for the holidays! Trip sign up and 50% deposit is due at the time of sign up in person, no phone call sign ups. Seekonk residents sign up

by October 19th, non-residents begin signing up October 22nd. *Please note: All trips leave from Seekonk Human Services unless otherwise noted. 50% deposit is required at sign up and final payment must be made two weeks prior to trip. Checks are to be made payable to the Town of Seekonk. To ensure trips are not cancelled please sign up one month prior to trip at the latest in order to give the tour company an accurate count. For any information regarding trips please contact Seekonk Human Services at 508336-8772. Please utilize the Knights of Columbus parking lot first**

Red Cross Calls for Winter Heroes to Host Blood Drives and Save Lives

Looming shortfall of blood drives could impair patient care Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. To help meet the constant demand for lifesaving blood donations and prevent blood shortages this winter, the American Red Cross is urging individuals and organizations to be winter heroes by hosting a blood drive.

Right now, the Red Cross needs about 6,500 additional groups across the country to host blood drives in December, January and February to ensure blood will be there for patients who rely on blood

products. In this area, 250 more blood drive hosts are needed.

During the winter, there is often a decrease in the number of blood drives, which can contribute to blood shortages.

“When someone hosts a blood drive, they give donors a chance to donate lifesaving blood, in turn helping to save dozens or even hundreds of lives,” said Cliff Numark, senior vice president, Biomedical Services. “Blood shortages are not uncommon during the winter months, and these shortages could cause delays in patient care. But with the help of volunteer blood drive partners, the Red Cross can be better prepared to meet patient needs all winter long.”

To learn more about hosting a blood drive and to sign up, visit RedCrossBlood.org/HostADrive. Blood drive partners who host a drive between Dec. 20 and Jan. 6 will receive long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirts for all who come to give, and if the partner achieves its donation goal, it will be recognized in a national newspaper highlighting its lifesaving work.

Hosting a blood drive Because more than 80 percent of blood donations are made at blood drives hosted by volunteers, blood drive partners play a vital role in helping ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients in need. In addition to helping save lives, organizations that host blood drives can also build goodwill in their community, bringing people together around a central cause.

Organizing a blood drive is easier than many expect, and blood drive coordinator Joe Turner agrees. Since 2016, Turner has hosted an annual blood drive at his church in memory of his father, Woody, who battled cancer for many years and needed platelets during treatment.

“Hosting a blood drive with Red Cross is pretty simple,” said Turner. “The donor recruitment manager takes care of the drive logistics, and I help by asking my friends and family to schedule an appointment to give blood at the drive.”

A Red Cross representative works with the host every step of the way, providing planning assistance, tools to recruit blood donors, equipment and supplies, and the trained staff needed to screen donors and collect donations. Blood drive hosts provide a large, open location, identify volunteers to support donor recruitment, and recruit and schedule blood donors. Turner actively recruits blood donors for the drive using social media, flyers and a SleevesUp campaign.

“I would encourage those who are thinking about hosting a blood drive to simply do it. Help your community. Everybody knows somebody who has needed blood, or may need blood at some point,” said Turner. “When you think of how many people can benefit from the blood donations given at one drive, that’s most rewarding to me.”

A Unique Opportunity to Change a Senior’s Life...

Managing our money well enables us to be stress free, independent and safe from exploitation.

The Money Management Program was developed to assist lowincome elders who have difficulty writing checks, balancing their checkbooks and managing their money. Some of these elders may be homebound, visually impaired, confused, and without family nearby to help. The day-to-day operation of the program is managed by Coastline with the purpose being to provide assistance to elders who might be at risk of losing their independence due to their inability to pay basic rent, food, and utility bills on time. A trained, insured, supervised volunteer is carefully matched one-on-one with an elder needing assistance. The volunteer goes to the elder’s home at least monthly to help keep track of income and expenses.

Volunteers are urgently needed to provide this unique, essential service, a lifeline for many low income seniors.

Please call Natacha Salemme for more information at 508 7429113 or email nsalemme@coastlinenb.org.

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IN MEMORIAM Dorothy A. Trudeau

80 Broadway, Taunton MA 02780 508.822.0081 www.silvafuneralhome.com

Dorothy A. Trudeau Dorothy A. Trudeau, 74, of Rehoboth, passed away on Sunday October 28, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Robert J. Trudeau to whom she was married for 57 years.

Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert & Catherine (Ryan) Weddell.

Dorothy was a loving wife, a devoted mother and grandmother with a warm heart who was loved by many. She leaves two children; Gary S. Trudeau and his wife Dawn of Westport, MA, Glenn R. Trudeau and his wife Andrea of Rehoboth, MA ., three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was the sister of John Weddell and the sister of the late Shirley Ringuette and Maureen Perry.

A Funeral Mass will be Friday November 2, 2018 in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave, Seekonk, MA. at 10:00 am.

Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Dorothy A. Trudeau’s name be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

Rehoboth

Louise S. Paine, 87, passed away Sunday October 21, 2018 at Madonna Manor in North Attleboro surrounded by her loving family.

Seekonk

Albert D Wheatley, 89, passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.

Anne Meredith (Tracy) Burton, 88, a resident of Seekonk, MA died on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 after a long illness.

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Dining Guide

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Large Selection of Prepared Foods

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Fast, Flavorful and Festive Holiday Dishes ( Fa m i l y Fe a t u r e s ) From office potlucks and cocktail parties to family dinners and beyond, the mealtime celebrations during the holidays are endless. Whether you’re serving as a host or bringing your signature dish to a get-together, these tips can help you own the holiday season without breaking a sweat: 1. Stick with fewer, easy-to-find, high-quality ingredients.

2. Look for products that help you cut down on time but don’t skimp on flavor, like Smithfield Marinated Fresh Pork, which is preseasoned and comes in a variety of cuts and flavors.

3. Sprinkle and decorate finished dishes with fresh, seasonal herbs for a festive touch.

To help get you inspired in the kitchen, try this recipe for Fresh Pork and Kalamata Flatbreads for a savory appetizer made with less than 10 ingredients, or Fresh Pork with Sweet Balsamic-Red

Open Thanksgiving

for Breakfast 7 AM – 11 AM

Order Thanksgiving “Sides” Stuffing, Butternut Squash, Mashed Potato Tray feeds 10-12 people @ $20 / tray Call today to order - 508.336.4361 Pick up by 11.21 by 7:00 PM

Customer Appreciation Sat, December 15th Live music with Donnelly & Carmichael Upcoming Entertainment

GEO R, Rhythmn 44, Just-2-Trio Call for details & reservations!

Purchase gift cards for the holidays!

For every $50.00 purchased in gift cards, you’ll receive $10.00 for yourself.

Call to book holiday parties & Get Togethers!

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*Every Wednesday 3 Course Pre-Fixe dinner $19.99 (dinner & pub menu also available)

*Every Thursday – Certified Angus Prime Rib Dinner $24.99 (dinner & pub menu also available)

*Every Sunday – ala carte brunch 10 to 3pm

*Live Music Every Friday & Saturday Kitchen hours: Wed-Sat 4:30 – 10pm, Sunday brunch 10am – 3pm

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Fresh Pork with Sweet Balsamic-Red Wine Reduction Prep: 5 minutes ~ Cook: 25 minutes ~ Servings: 4

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Take out Available (508) 336-9807 469 Taunton Ave., Rt. 44, Seekonk, MA

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 6am-2pm, Sat. 7am-11am, Sun. 8am-12pm

• 1 Smithfield Applewood Smoked Bacon Marinated Fresh Pork Loin Filet • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided • 1/3 cup dry red wine • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar • 2 tablespoons sugar • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

MJ Parker’s Meat & Deli

Directions

22 Olney St, Seekonk MA (Briarwood Plaza)

• Cut pork loin filet into 3/4-to-1-inch thick chops.

• In large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil.

• Cook half the pork chops 4-5 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 150 F. Remove pork chops from skillet and place on rimmed serving platter; cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining olive oil and pork chops.

• In same skillet, combine wine, vinegar and sugar. Bring to boil over medium-high heat; cook 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened, or until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup.

• Serve pork chops drizzled with wine reduction and sprinkled with rosemary.

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Ingredients

• House-made Salads

Prep: 5 minutes ~ Cook: 35 minutes ~ Servings: 6 • 1 Smithfield Roasted Garlic & Cracked Black Pepper Marinated Fresh Pork Tenderloin • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • 1 can (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust dough • 3/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil • 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives, drained • 1 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary

Directions

• Cut pork tenderloin into 3/4-inch cubes.

• Heat oven to 400 F. In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Stir-fry pork 8-10 minutes, or until well browned.

• Unroll pizza dough and press onto greased sheet pan, about 18-by-13 inches; cut into six rectangles.

• Drain tomatoes, reserving oil. Brush tops of flatbreads with sun-dried tomato oil, reserving about 1 tablespoon. Top with pork, drained tomatoes, olives and rosemary, pressing into dough lightly with fingertips.

• Bake 18-21 minutes until edges are golden brown.

• Remove from oven. Drizzle remaining sun-dried tomato olive oil evenly over flatbreads; let stand on baking sheet 2 minutes before serving.

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Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-11pm; Fri & Sat 11am-12am

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CLASSIFIEDS 1 To 15 Words - $10 • 16 To 30 Words - $15 Business Classified $35 for 30 words Additional Words $.25 each

WANTED

FOR SALE

CAR WANTED: 89 Year Old Veteran looking for an old car in good condition, please donate. Willing to pay. Call Anthony at 401-438-3923 in the afternoon.

Buick LeSabre 2002 One owner, sedan.

Tan Dependable. 6-cyl. Runs great! Well maintained. Auto. Power windows. 140k miles $1,600 or b.o. call 401.829.0797

Christmas decorations wanted. Please donate. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602.

SEASONED FIREWOOD. Cut, split & delivered. $220 per cord. 508-252-4548.

Civil War, WW1, WW2, Anything to do with military; helmets, knives, uniforms, guns, HAVE (license), anything related to wartime, will pay cash for items, ask for Charles, 508-230-6444; call anytime thanks .

FOR SALE: 7 ft. leather power sofa recliner with matching leather power recliner, 4 years old, hardly used. $850 Call 774565-8161.

I buy Old cars, Motorcycle, Bicycles, Scooter and other wheeled vehicle and parts. One piece or a collection. Thank you Joe in Rehoboth 508 558 5129.

CASH for Diabetic Test Strips. WE BUY Diabetic Test Strips for CASH. Unopened, Unused & Unexpired. We get them to people with little or no insurance. TOP CASH paid.

FREE local pick-up. I love M. Call Ron @ 508-642-6565.

HELP WANTED

Hiring now. Help wanted: Flexible hours available now and through to Thanksgiving.

Please call Belwing Turkey Farm 1-508-3369142 to apply.

Handyman needed to repair and paint my pigeon loft, call Carol at 508-252-6338.

Awakened Path Books, LLC call for indie authors: Supporting nonfiction and fiction indie authors who write about all things metaphysical. awakenedpathbooks.com.

FOR RENT

For rent - 4 bedroom house, 1 full bath, fenced in yard, oil heat, utilities tenants responsibility, stove & frig, washer & dryer,$1800.00 Per month, 401-215-4459.

House Rental 65 Beverly Rd, Riverside.

Cape Style home, 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, fenced yard, 1 car garage located in the Waddington school district. Near shopping and Route 114. $1570 Call Gem or Terry 401-440-1399.

HALL RENTALS

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW! Riverside Sportsman Assoc. Mohawk Drive off Wampanoag Trail. For all occasions: Holiday Parties, Birthday, Family Reunions, and Club/Organization Meetings. Cash Bar. Monthly Steak Fries, 30-day Raffle – benefits RSA, multiple winners...$5 per ticket. Call Arthur 401-831-0561 or 401-433-0209 for more information.

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SKI HOUSE WHITE MOUNTAINS NH/ FRANCONIA: Custom log cabin home in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, located on Pearl Lake Rd. Minutes from Cannon Mt., Loon, and Brenton Woods. Booking now for winter - snowmobiling trails right out of our driveway! Sleeps 6, fireplace, full kitchen.

Weekly $700 and weekends $275. For info and pics call Joe at 401-439-8089.

CLASSES / LESSONS

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

PIANO LESSONS: ALL AGES. South Seekonk. Half hour sessions $15. Thirtyfive years teaching experience. Beverly Rathbun, 481 County Street, Seekonk MA. 508-336-0799.

GENERAL SERVICES

An energetic, hardworking, experienced handyman available for seasonal yard work, snow plowing, and all kinds of odd jobs.

Licensed commercial & residential. Call Fernando at 508-336-4466.

Housecleaning. Is your home in need of a deep cleaning? Whether you need a one-time cleaning, or regular cleanings. Yrs of experience. We even include inside oven and fridge w/our service. Call Gil for details 508-840-6611.

BIG BLUE REMOVAL SERVICE: Attic, Cellar, Total House. We take everything!

Furniture, Brush, Appliances, Yard Waste, Construction Debris, Trash…Demolition of Fences, Sheds, Decks, Pools. Let us do the work. Free Estimates. Call Tony 508-2261295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com.

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Office: 116 Plain Street Swansea, MA 02777

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The DR Falcons are blessed on the offense with the presence of the blazing speed of Reis Foley. Reis has broken the 100 yard barrier on multiple occasions this year to lead the offensive charge with over 500 yards from scrimmage in first 7 games. Reis has a knack for finding any hole in the defensive front in order to move the first down chains. Reis lit up the field against Seekonk with multiple long runs for scores, including one that was nearly 60 yards. With the playoffs upon us, we expect huge success from Reis, as he dominates the offensive charge to the state championship. Reis shares a spot with Chase Carrol in the state for most touch downs this year to date.

The DR Falcons football team has entered into the playoffs with the number 1 spot in the division. After 8 games the stingy defense has only let up less than 9 points a game. This is by far one of the best defenses we have had at DR. Mason has led the front line with averaging a handful of sacks each game, and stuffing the middle of the field, while also shutting down the run. As one of the captains, Mason is committed to maintaining strict focus on doing whatever is needed to win the next game in front of them each week, not losing site of the overall picture. Mason is one of the best disrupters in the entire conference. Keep up the great work Mason!

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