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The CCC is in need of supplies, especially litter (Scoop Away), bleach, laundry detergent, dry and wet cat and kitten food (Purina/Friskies), paper towels, trash bags, and treats! Any help is very much appreciated! We are located at 289 Thompson Road in Webster and are open Thursday through Sunday 12pm-3:30pm. You can see more of our adoptable cats on Petfinder and Adopt-a-pet and we would love it if you would follow us and share our kitties on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com /pages/Community-Cat Connection/18375625177438. Please email us at info@ccatconnect.org for any questions!
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This year, WIB has chosen to honor the work and community contributions of: Carol Porra: Carol went to her first Woman in Business meeting in January of 1994 and has been an active member ever since. She became a committee of one on the Woman in Business Book Award, later named the Woman In Business Scholarship, among other notable and valuable contributions.
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Irene Garand: Irene is a Certified Financial Planner with Ameriprise Financial Services and has been a valuable and respected member of the community, integrating herself with many local organizations and Sponsorship levels are still committees. available for "Producer" ($500); "Director" ($250) and "Supporter" Alexandra (Alix) McNitt: ($100). Donations of any amount Alexandra McNitt has served as the are appreciated and welcome Executive Director of the Central by visiting wibsturbridge.org or Mass South Chamber of Commerce emailing info@wibsturbridge.org. for nearly thirteen years. Born Businesses can be recognized on in Southbridge and raised in many platforms, including social Woodstock, Alix exemplifies what media, printed program booklets it means to be committed to a and on-site signage. Leading community. sponsors will also complimentary tickets to Woman in Business’ Judy Ferguson: Judy Ferguson has Scholarship Awards luncheon in been the Owner and Manager of June. Village Photo and Portrait Studio since August 1984. Over the years, Woman in Business, Inc. (WIB) is a Village Photo has created fantastic 501 (c)(3) that fosters networking, photos and lasting memories for information sharing, and providing families, individuals, special events, educational opportunities for local schools, and business organizations business women of all career paths. throughout the region and Judy has given generously to her community Over the last 27 years, WIB time and time again. has awarded over $40,000 in scholarships to over 100 graduating The recipients will be honored seniors and young women within during the evening’s opening its community footprint for their program, as recognized by Woman continuing education. in Business Board Members. Following the awards, guests will be entertained by “All in the Timing”,
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2019 Call for Grant Applications - Janet Malser Humanities Trust - DEADLINE APRIL 1st The Janet Malser Humanities Trust is now accepting applications for the 2019 grant cycle. Ms. Malser set up the charitable Trust in order to support the arts and humanities, community service and conservation in the towns of Dudley, Oxford, and Webster, MA. The causes for which funding will be considered include: “the restoration and preservation of historic sites; the furtherance of art and music in the schools, both public and private; public concerts with an emphasis on classical music; the improvement and growth of public libraries; the support of church work aiding the indigent, homeless, aging citizens and needy children; beautification through planting and the preservation of park areas and cemeteries; the improvement of service and equipment at the Hubbard Regional Hospital [now Harrington Healthcare at Hubbard], and the environmental protection of Webster Lake.”
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Dudley Women's Club announces 11th Annual Fashion Show Models DUDLEY - Our models are thinking SPRING!!!!!! Plans are well underway for the Dudley Woman's Club(DWC) go-to event of the year -- our 11th Annual Fashion Show -- “Celebrating Women Who Make It Happen” to be held on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Point Breeze Restaurant in Webster. Our exciting line up of local female models will be on the catwalk in the latest spring fashions provided by Coco’s of Woodstock, CT.
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Mercy Meals for the Needy DUDLEY - Mercy Meals will be served at St. Andrew Bobola Church, 54 West Main St., Dudley, MA at 5:00pm for the needy and homeless on the first and third Wednesday of month. Healthy meals include hot soup and a sandwich.
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This event a great time out with friends and family and proceeds benefit the DWC’s annual college scholarships and the club’s many charitable endeavors. Boutique vendors are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC this year from 10:30 to 3 pm ---- something new this year, without having to attend the fashion show!! For Fashion Show ticket holders, raffles start at 10:30 am, followed by appetizers at 11:30 am, lunch at 12:30 pm. Fashions begin at 1:30 pm. Advance ticket sales thru Februray 7 are $30pp. After Feb 7th, the cost is $35pp until sold out. Reservations are available NOW online at www. dudleywomansclub.org. Table reservations can be made for groups of eight. For more information, contact imajoy@ charter.net. Find us also on FACEBOOK: Dudley Woman’s Club or our website www. dudleywomansclub.org. This is a FUN Sunday at the beginning of spring when we are all looking for a welcome breather out of the house! Our greeters and stage helpers are ladies of the DWC! Raffles will include baskets of cheer, a money raffle and boutique vendor donated items. SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY, April 7, 2019 and come join the fun and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with us!
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(StatePoint) With consumer debt on the rise and many failing to adequately save for the future, experts say that financial illiteracy is a major problem for Americans -- and one that communities and parents have a joint responsibility to address, starting in childhood. And right now, most children are coming up short in this area.
• Review free, online financial education materials together that are geared for school-age children, such as those found at PurchasingPower. com and JuniorAchievement.org.
Over 62 percent of the 15- to 18-year-olds tested by the National Financial Educators Council received either a “D” or “F” on the 2017 National Financial Literacy Test. Without intervention, these young people could grow up without the skills needed to manage credit cards, loan debt or savings goals. If you’re a parent, you’ve likely already instilled in your children the importance of good grades and healthy decisions, but if you aren’t also discussing concepts like overall saving, budgeting and the importance of having an emergency fund, now is the time to start. Children are never too young to learn skills needed for a secure financial future. To get started, consider these tips: • Teach young children money basics by playing “store” at home. Take turns being the customer and the cashier. Play board games involving money exchanges to practice addition and subtraction.
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“Purchasing Power has been helping adults learn to manage their money in smarter, more flexible ways for years,” says Richard Carrano, Purchasing Power CEO. “Expanding these efforts to include resources for young people empowers parents to put their kids on the right path in their formative years.” • Seek out community initiatives helping to combat financial illiteracy. For example, Purchasing Power, LLC, a workplace voluntary benefit that allows US workers to buy brand-name products and services interest-free through payroll deduction versus traditional high-interest credit options, partners with Junior Achievement USA, an organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need for economic success. In Atlanta, for example, more than 30,000 middle school students visit the Junior Achievement Chick-fil-A Foundation Discovery Center yearly, where they work with business leaders to learn about real-
life financial situations. Together with Junior Achievement, Atlanta corporations including Purchasing Power are supporting a generation that knows how to budget, save and invest. “Financial illiteracy and confusion over money matters is a national problem that won’t be solved overnight,” adds Carrano. “However, families, employers and communities can take proactive steps to raise money-smart kids and foster healthy financial futures.” Children are never too young to learn how to spend responsibly and save for the future. Get started now in your household.
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Fight the flu with these strategies Influenza can rear its head any time of the year, but is known to be a particularly bad thorn in one’s side during times of year when the weather is cold. According to WebMD, anywhere from 5 to 20 percent of the population will get the flu in an average year and it can take three to seven days for a regular case of the illness to go away, with some effects lingering for up to two weeks. No one wants to get the flu, which is marked by fever, aches and pains, congestion, fatigue, and other symptoms. As a result, people do all they can to help prevent the flu — or at the very least shorten its duration.
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You might want to consider prophylactic treatment with an antiviral medication. In 2000, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the use of oseltamivir phosphate, which is known by the brand name Tamiflu, as a flu preventative. However, many people only reach for the drug when symptoms already have set in. Instead, it can be especially helpful in preventing the flu when someone in the household has already contracted the illness. The results of several clinical studies show that Tamiflu, when taken once daily, is up to 92 percent effective in preventing influenza illness in adolescents, adults and the elderly. Drink plenty of liquids during flu season to keep the body well hydrated so the immune system can be in top form. Fruit juices, water, broth-based soups, and sports drinks can help keep the respiratory system from forming thick mucus that can become laden with bacteria. Should a fever set in, fluids help prevent dehydration.
The best way to stave off the flu is to get a flu vaccination each year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the vaccine is carefully curated to treat against the flu strains that research suggests It also can be wise to take zinc will be the most common each flu supplements during cold and season. Getting vaccinated by the flu season. Neil Schachter, MD, end of October is recommended. medical director of the respiratory care department at Mount Sinai Steer clear of sick individuals and Medical Center and the author make a concerted effort to avoid of “The Good Doctor’s Guide to germs and the spread of germs. Colds & Flu,” says zinc may boost Diligently washing hands and immunity, which can shorten the avoiding touching your nose, eyes duration or severity of the flu. and mouth can help you avoid and spread germs. In addition, The flu can quickly escalate repeatedly clean and disinfect and cause serious symptoms. surfaces that may be contaminated Prevention and early treatment are with the flu virus. essential during cold and flu season.
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A guide for health and well-being for you and your family. 6 Tips from Doctors for a Healthier Heart (StatePoint) February is American Heart Month, and an excellent reminder that there are many easy steps you can take to improve your heart health. Unfortunately, nearly half of all U.S. adults are living with high blood pressure, putting them at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to the American Medical Association (AMA). “During American Heart Month, we urge all Americans to take control of their heart health by knowing and monitoring their blood pressure levels and making healthy lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce the serious health consequences associated with high blood pressure,” says Barbara L. McAneny, M.D., president of the AMA. “We know that by empowering more patients to monitor and control their blood pressure, we will continue to help improve the health of patients, while reducing health care costs.”
create an individualized treatment plan that includes healthy lifestyle changes that you can realistically stick to long-term to help you maintain a lower blood pressure and lower your risk for negative health consequences. 3. Be more physically active. Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure. It is recommended that healthy adults 18 to 65 years of age get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, or 75 minutes a week of vigorousintensity activity.
To help you get started, Dr. McAneny and the experts at the AMA are offering six tips for this 4. Eat a healthy diet. Making American Heart Month and beyond. simple dietary changes can help you manage or prevent high 1. Know your blood pressure blood pressure. These changes numbers. Visit LowerYourHBP.org. should include eating less sodium, The site contains tools, resources reducing the amount of packaged and information for both patients and processed foods you consume and physicians, and was launched (especially those with added by the AMA as part of an effort to sodium and sugar), reducing reduce the number of Americans consumption of sugar-sweetened who have heart attacks and beverages and eating foods that are strokes each year. Having a better rich in potassium. understanding of your numbers and taking necessary steps to get your 5. Maintain or achieve a healthy high blood pressure, also known weight. Being overweight can as hypertension, under control will put you at an increased risk for reduce your risk of heart attack or developing high blood pressure. Take steps to maintain a healthy stroke. weight. 2. Commit to manage high blood pressure. Work with your doctor to 6. Drink in moderation. When
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American Heart Month serves as an important reminder that living a heart-healthy lifestyle is possible. By paying attention to risk factors like your blood pressure, weight and more, you can reduce your risk for heart disease.
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A guide for health and well-being for you and your family. Can diet prevent breast cancer from spreading?
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Apart from dietary restrictions, metastasis also could be greatly limited by reducing asparagine synthetase using chemotherapy drug L-asparaginase.
Asparagine is found in foods like asparagus, whole grains, soy, seafood, eggs, poultry, beef, legumes, and more. While reducing asparagine will not affect the original breast cancer tumor, it could stop cancer from showing up elsewhere in the body. Researchers suspect that many women with breast cancer do not lose their lives to the original breast cancer tumor, but instead they succumb to metastases or subsequent growths away from the primary site.
More research is needed as to whether similar results can be produced in human trials, making avoiding asparagine currently a helpful but not entirely foolproof method for preventing the spread of breast cancer to other areas of the body.
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Tuesday, February 26th Albert Einstein: Relatively Speaking CHARLTON - In this one-hour interactive performance on Tuesday, February 26 from 6:30pm to 8pm at the Charlton Public Library, actor and storyteller George Capaccio invites you to enter the boundarybreaking universe that is the mind of Albert Einstein. You will discover that time and space are inseparable, that time actually slows down the faster you go, and that if you could travel at the speed of light, time would actually stop! But there’s a lot more to the story than Einstein’s insights into the nature of reality. George focuses on the great scientist’s very human qualities, including his sense of humor, his fondness for Jewish jokes, and his trials and tribulations as a family man. As part of the show, you’ll time travel with George on the trajectory of Einstein’s life — from lowly patent clerk in a Swiss office to world-class physicist. Contact Cheryl Hansen at 508-248-0452 or email chansen@ cwmars.org.
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Wednesday, February 27th Monthly Book Discussion Group WEBSTER - Monthly book discussion group meets on Wednesday, February 27 from 6:30pm to 8pm to talk about “Who is Vera Kelly?” By Rosalie Knecht, a female spy novel at Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main Street, Webster. Free. To register call Deb at 508-949-6232.
Thursday, February 28th Movie Night WEBSTER - Come to the Gladys E. Kelly Library on Thursday, February 28 at 5:30pm for a movie night! Enjoy a movie on our new screen and projector system in the Community Meeting Room on the third Thursday or the month. February’s movie is “Bad Times at the El Royale”.
Friday, March 1st Empty Bowls Fundraiser at Bartlett High School WEBSTER - Please join the Bartlett High School Art Department on Friday, March 1 from 6pm to 9pm for the 3rd Annual Bartlett Empty Bowls event! In the Bartlett High School Cafeteria. This year we highlight our talented Alumni as well as the Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi
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Lions Club Meat Raffle CHARLTON - The Charlton Lions Club is hosting a Meat Raffle on Saturday, March 2 from Noon to 3 pm at Zorba’s Restaurant on Route 20 in Charlton. The theme will be “Happy St. Patrick’s Day”. Six tables of beef, chicken and pork from Fairway Beef are yours for the winning. Come join us for an afternoon of fun and fill your freezer with your prizes. Increase your chances with free “Early Bird Special” tickets to those arriving before 1pm. See Ya There!
Sunday, March 10th Annual “Spay”ghetti Supper BRIMFIELD - The Here Today Adopted Tomorrow Animal Sanctuary is holding their Annual “Spay”ghetti Supper on March 10 at the Brimfield Congregational Church. There are 2 seatings: 4:30-6:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets: $10/ adult; $5 Seniors (60+) and Kids under 12. Tickets available at the door: $15 Adults; $10 Seniors (60+); $5 Kids under 12. Menu: Spaghetti with sauce, macaroni and cheese, allergen free option, salad, bread, dessert and beverages. Raffles and 50/50 fun too! Special raffle: bring an item from the Amazon wish list and be entered into a special raffle! The wish list can be found on Amazon or by visiting our website at www.heretodaysanctuary.org. Tickets may be purchased through our website or by calling 413-324-8224. We hope to see you there!
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Dudley Woman’s Club Two seatings are available: 4:30 and March 2019 Meeting 6:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $14; tickDUDLEY - On March 14, 2019 the ets for children age 4 to 12 are $5. Dudley Woman’s Club will hold its Advance tickets are available at Har- monthly meeting at 6:30 PM at the rington Volunteer Services. Checks Black Tavern, Center Rd., Dudley, should be payable to HH Auxil- MA. Our program this month is in iary. Hospital employees may also honor of Womans History Month. purchase tickets through payroll Our own DWC member Patricia deduction. Call 508-765-6473 for Thompson Biron and Byron Tomore information. Tickets are avail- karz will share the story of Nellie Twardzik Thompson, the Dudley able at the door; cash only please. native inducted into the Baseball Proceeds from the event enable the Hall of Fame! Our voluntary ‘giving Auxiliary to provide equipment and project’ will be announced on our programs that benefit the health website and in our March member and well being of the members in newsletter, so please check for it as the communities the Harrington the meeting date nears. The Dudley Womans Club is open to all womHealthCare System serves. en from Dudley and surrounding Harrington Auxiliary, established in towns, and we welcome your atten1932, is a non-profit organization of dance. Join us for this fun and lively dedicated and impassioned volun- evening, be our guest and discover teers whose mission is to support what our Woman’s Club is all about. and enhance the excellent services For more information please send provided by the Harrington Health- an email to DudleyWomansClub@ gmail.com, contact Andrea at 508Care System. 868-7110 or visit our website: http:// DudleyWomansClub.org. Thursday, March 14th Movie Night: ADRIFT DUDLEY - Join the Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library on Thursday, March 14 from 5:45pm to 7:45pm for a screening of “Adrift” staring Shailene Woodley, Sam Clfaflin and Jeffrey Thomas in the Fels Community Room. Freshly popped popcorn. No registration. PG-13. 1 hour 36 minutes. Contact 508-9498021.
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Saturday, March 16th Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner DUDLEY - The First Congregational Church of Dudley, 135 Center Rd. is having a Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner on Saturday March 16, 2019. Come and enjoy food and fellowship with friends and neighbors. The menu will include: Corned Beef, Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Carrots and Turnip. Dessert will be Chocolate Mint Cake with real whipped cream. Servings will be at 5:00pm AND 6:15pm. Adults: $12.00; Preteens: $6.00. Children 5 and under FREE. Handicapped accessible. For Reservations CALL 508-943-7320, When prompted press *2. Leave the time of the seating you want, your name, telephone # and the number in your party. Call backs will only be made if there is a question about your reservation. We look forward to seeing you!
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Sunday, March 24th Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to Benefit South County Indians Pop Warner Football & Cheer WEBSTER - DON’T FEEL LIKE COOKING DINNER?! Please join the South County Indians on Sunday, March 24 at 5pm for a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. PAV Club at 30 Ray St, Webster. The cost is $20 per person, children under 5 are free. Contact Coach Bridgette at 508-769-6386 to purchase tickets. Tickets must be purchased before March 17.
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