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New Library Opens to Hundreds of Avid Readers By Stewart Lytle, reporter ––––––––––––––––– SALISBURY – You know there is lots of pent-up demand when you do a soft opening and 400 people show up. That’s what happened last week when the new library here opened its doors for the first time to avid bookreading residents. “Our soft opening was not too soft,” said library director Terry Kyrios. “It was crazy, crazy.” The second day was only a little softer with 250 people. Kyrios is even happier with the after-school attendance. Photo by Stewart Lytle “It went berserk. That is what we want, high attendance The Bike Rack at the New Library after school.” The 17,000-square-foot, two-story library, which cost about $7.5 million, opened on the site of the 3,000-square-foot library on Salisbury Square. The old library had served the community since 1885. The official ribbon cutting is set for this Friday at 10 a.m. The town received a state grant of $3.8 million or about 52 percent of the total cost. The Library Fundraising Committee raised more than $700,000 in contributions primarily from the Institution for Savings, which contributed $500,000, and the Arakelian Foundation, which donated $200,000. The balance was approved by vote by the Town Meeting in the spring of 2014. The new building was completed on time and on budget, which Kyrios credits to the contractors, design team and especially to the building committee, which met once a week for two years. “It could have been a very stressful process, but it has not been,” she said. Continued on page 3 Already on the shelves are 28,000 books and other items owned by the library. And there is
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said he opposes the actions of his fellow commissioners. Although the meeting was not open to the public, and Toomey is not saying why they put the superintendent on leave and launched an investigation, selectmen have said the two board members were upset that Wiser was approving payroll, including her own, and paying all the bills without getting approval from the board. The selectmen gave her that authority last June, saying the heads of other departments approve invoices and payroll, including their own. The selectmen maintain that the Board of Selectmen has authority and responsibility to administer all town departments. Selectmen said they authorized Wiser to make payroll and pay the bills because the water department was often late approving those payments. Saying the executive session and thus the actions taken were illegal, the selectmen informed Weston & Sampson and Moschella that the town would not pay them for the work the water board had contracted with them for. The selectmen “scared them off,” Toomey said. “That put everybody on tilt. I don’t know why they did that.” Under state law, the water board is largely autonomous and has its own independent revenue stream. While the law states that the water board “shall have exclusive charge and control of the water department and water system,” at a Sept. 27th concerned residents meeting, Selectman Petersen clarified, “... subject to the rules and regulations of the town...” At the concerned residents meeting, Selectman Robert ‘Bob’ Snow said he recognized during past
water department meetings that the superintendent, Toomey, and Dalzell had all behaved in an unprofessional manner. Snow went on to say that the public is paying for the water service and recommended that the attendees of the recall election meeting speak with their neighbors about this issue. The standoff has created a vacuum at the water department. Being without a permanent or temporary superintendent, the water board did not schedule a meeting last Tuesday as it would have normally. Toomey said he does not expect to schedule another board meeting until the investigation is concluded. Toomey said the executive session was not illegal, but concedes, “it has not been too popular.” An attorney representing Wiser has asked the water board to reinstate her. Some residents, who support Wiser, are calling on Toomey and Dalzell to resign. In the letter to Toomey and Dalzell attorney Jamie Mauritz James asked that Wiser be reinstated and called her suspension “extreme, unjust and unlawful.” Recently, Wiser’s suspension was extended by Toomey and Dalzell, via an email she received, to a 30 day paid leave. At a Sept. 27th meeting of concerned residents held at the Rowley Library, attendees learned about the process for filing a recall election with regard to Toomey and Dalzell. The initiative would require 100 residents to sign a petition to start the process. The town clerk would then issue an official recall election petition whereby a minimum of 1,200 verifiable registered resident voter’s signatures would be required to conduct the recall election. At the recall election meeting,
Selectman David Petersen praised Wiser for the many roles she performed for the water department During this time of Wiser’s suspension, Manning said he believes payments to the water department’s drop-box are not being processed fast enough for may residents to avoid late fees, and he recommended that resident keep meticulous records of payments to the water department. Manning also pointed out during the recall election meeting that if Toomey is personally approving water permits at this time, and without the proper certification to do so, then law suits could follow. The dispute is being played out against a backdrop of complaints from residents about rising water rates. “People are up in arms about the rates,” Toomey said. The water department budget has increased from $2.1 million to $3 million. The rates have gone up, yet the department has a surplus of $600,000, Toomey said. Some of the rate increase was necessary to pay for the new water treatment plant, which Toomey said was very successful. Then chairman Martin secured a favorable bond rating, he said. And project manger Weston & Sampson brought the plant on line with only a 1 percent overage. The problem, Toomey said, is that a $12 million project is having to be paid for by a relatively small customer base. “I hope we can turn this around,” he said. Editor's Note: Videos of previously held Selectman and water department meetings are accessible through the RCM (Rowley Community Media) portal located on the homepage of the Town of Rowley website at www.townofrowley.net
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The colors in the children’s room are a kaleidoscope, she said. The wall colors were selected by board member Jeannette Lazarus and Vivian Low. Kyrios is excited that the building, constructed Castagna Construction, is on track to be designated a LEED Gold certified building, which means it was built to exacting environmental standards. The library was designed by Design Partnership of Cambridge. Outside is a bike rack, funded by Coastal Trails, whose supports form the word: Books.
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The number of books being checked out was very high. Kyrios believes that the reason is that the shelves are wide enough apart that people are finding books they did not know were there. They do not to feel claustrophobic, which they did in the old, crowded library, she said. “People would come in and just grab a book from the new book shelf,” rather than searching for books on the the old library’s narrow aisles, she said. There are also several reading areas with padded chairs, including one on the second floor in front of a gas fireplace. “We are going to have to take reservations for that space,” she said. The librarian knew the design of the new space was on target when she observed “people doing exactly what we wanted them to.” Mothers sat on chairs in the children’s room watching their youngsters read and do activities. Another mother used the computer while her infant child slept in a sling around her neck.
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IPSWICH FARMERS’ MARKET The Ipswich Farmers’ Market kicked off its second season. Located on the Center Green next to the Hall-Haskell House in Ipswich, the market operates each Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30pm until early October. Featuring locally grown fresh produce, crafts, prepared foods, Live Music, and kids activities this is a great weekly activity for the whole family! For more information about COCKTAILS AT THE CASTLE the market, please visit our website at The 1634 Meadery will join The www.ipswichfarmersmarket.com. Trustees for the fourth and final Cocktails at the Castle this year. The VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Ipswich artisan winery will offer FOR YARN CRAFTERS IN THE samples of their mead made from MERRIMACK VALLEY locally sourced honey and fruits Do you knit or crochet and are and discuss their mead operation. looking for company and a good cause Special cocktails, beer, wine, and to donate your finished product? Join fall appetizers will be on hand, too. the “Busy Hands for Comfort Care� Wednesday, September 30, 6 p.m. – 8 a group of crafters who join each p.m.: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, week for conversation and creativity 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich. Participants and to craft prayer shawls and lap may tour the Great House at their robes for patients at Merrimack leisure and take in the spectacular Valley Hospice House. This group views from the Great House rooftop meets on Wednesdays from 1pm- deck. Tickets are $20 for Trustees 3pm at Merrimack Valley Hospice members and $30 for nonmembers. House, 360 North Ave., Haverhill. Advance reservations at www. The group is open to all community thetrustees.org are recommended. For crafters, including those who have more information about Cocktails at suffered a loss and are looking for a the Castle, please visit The Trustees way to give back to their community. website www.thetrustees.org or call To register call 978-374-9257 or 978.356.4351 x4015. 978-552-4537 Co-sponsored by Merrimack Valley Hospice and H.L. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1st Farmer & Sons Aftercare. Merrimack
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AMESBURY - A lawn full of pumpkins awaits you at the Main Street Church in downtown Amesbury beside the Public Library. Come and pick out your favorite to carve for Halloween or decorate for Fall. Pricing is done by Community Connections visual size instead of weight. It all begins on October 2nd through the 30th, every day, except Monday until 6 pm. We will also be open on Columbus Day, Monday October 12th. Bring the whole family, your parents, neighbors, friends, or even your playgroup. Main Street Church is the official pumpkin sponsor of the 2014 Amesbury Fall Peter Consigli, Owner Festival, October 4-6th. Sign up for the decorating contest on Saturday in the millyard. The first 20 contestants 96 Newburyport Tpke will get a free pumpkin. On the lawn daily at Main Street church, there will be a game or two, a place to take the (Rte 1) Newbury 978-465-7772 perfect picture and a special events including story time with the Amesbury Public Library at 10:30 a.m. on the www.consiglistonecreations.com Friday, the 9th and 23rd. On Wednesday, October 21st join us at the fire-pit in the patch for s’more’s and pumpkin carving from 5-7 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the outreach activities of the Main • Street Church. There is a perfect pumpkin waiting just for you! Listen to Kathryn’s real estate radio program every Friday at 8:05 am -----------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - The Appliance & Electronics Recycle Day Fundraiser is on WNBP 1450 AM / 106.1 FM. • set for Saturday, October 17 at the Bartlett •Museum, 270 Main Street, Amesbury from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. All towns welcome to recycle with us. Please help support the Museum and save the environment. Pass the Kathryn O’Brien, M.Ed. word. Items should be emptied, i.e. no gas, oil or water in them. No fee: Newbury home office Cables, Keyboards, Car Batteries, Cell Phones…sewing machines. No fee: Bicycles…for reuse…Mountain, Road, BMX, Cruiser, Kids, etc. $5 fee for 978-465-1322 direct each: Computer towers, Scanners, VCR, Copiers, DVD, Stereo Equipment, kathrynobrien@remax.net Lighting, Vacuum, Answering Machine, Fax, Speakers, Compact disc, RE/MAX Partners ♦ Andover, MA Circuit Boards, Radios, Modems, Word Processor, Fans, Video equipment, 978-475-2100 office Game Console, Xbox, Tape Players, Typewriters, etc. $10 fee for each: 978-948-8696 • www.thetowncommon.com • advertise@thetowncommon.com Dishwasher, Dryers, Stoves, Microwaves, Ex. Equipment, Lawn Mowers, Dehumidifiers, Snow Blowers, AC, Small Engine Items, Glass Monitors, Flat Panel Monitors, etc. TVs…$10 fee for up to 18” and $15 for 19”26” and $20 for 27”-32” and $25 for over 32”. Refrigerator…$15 fee for each. Payment by cash or checks payable to: The Bartlett Museum. Any Questions: Please contact Dennis Wood 508-277-7513, denwaynewood@ yahoo.com -----------------------------------------------------------GROVELAND - Veasey Park in Groveland will hold its 10th annual Wine & Art Reception on Nov. 7th from 6 - 9pm. This fundraiser is an opportunity to network with talented local artists. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door and include wine tasting hors d’oeuvres and live music by the Pentucket High School Jazz Band. Visitors will also have the opportunity to browse and purchase unique affordable art, photography, and sculpture. Call 978-521-9345, e-mail vanessa@veaseypark.org, or visit www.veaseypark.org for more information, artist registrations, and ticket sales. -----------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - First church in Ipswich is holding a raffle. The grand prize is
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Newburyport -----------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - The Ipswich Board of Health will offer a flu clinic on Thursday, October 8th from 1-3pm in the Council on Aging Cafeteria, Town Hall, 25 Green Street, Ipswich. The influenza • vaccine is available to individuals over 50 years of age, pregnant women and individuals 19 years of age and older with chronic medical conditions. The vaccine is free of charge but please remember to bring your insurance cards. Wear clothes with short or loose fitting sleeves to the clinic. If you have any questions, call the Public Health Office at 978-356-6606. More GENERAL CONTRACTORS L.L.C. information about seasonal Influenza can be found on the•Massachusetts Department•of Public Health website at Consultation to Project Completion . Carpentry . Masonry . Landscaping . Roofing . Basements . Water Entry http://www.mass.gov/dph/flu. . All Phases of Construction . 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Eighteen brass buttons were placed under the tabletop to signify significant events in Town History. Join us as Fred Rossi shares his experience in creating the table, both in terms of the physical woodworking process, and the collaboration with the Friends to realize their vision for the Elm’s story. For more information visit the library’s website calendar at www.ipswichlibrary.org, or contact the Library Director, Patty DiTullio, at pditullio@mvlc.org or 978-356-6649. GENERAL CONTRACTORS L.L.C. -----------------------------------------------------------Consultation to Project Completion NEWBURYPORT - Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High St, will be hosting a Fall Flea Market on . Carpentry . Masonry . Landscaping . Roofing . Basements . Water Entry Saturday, October 10th from 8 am - 1pm. This is a great location with plenty of visibility. The public is invited. . All Phases of Construction . Commercial/Residential OVER 25 YEARS of Spaces with one (1) table are available for $20.00, additional tables $10.00. There will be No Rain date. Don’t . All Maintenance Work . All Types of Restorations . . “In the Field” Experience Free Initial Consultation Project Management miss the opportunity to recycle your unwanted items, make some money and support Belleville Church. Dealers and Crafters are also welcome. For more information or to reserve a table please contact Kelly Burke-Anderson at PROPERTY MANAGEMENT/CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION All Types of Property Repairs kelburand@aol.com or 978-465-2300. (leave a message and we will get back to you) -----------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - The Civil War Roundtable of the Merrimack will have a special meeting at 7:00 PM on Wednesday October 14th celebrating our 20th Anniversary at the Custom House Maritime Museum, 25 Water St., Newburyport, MA. The president of the Navy and Marine Living History Assoc., Chuck Veit will speak on “How the U S Navy won the American Civil War.” Admission is free and anyone with an interest in America’s Civil War is invited to attend. For more information visit our web page www.cwrtm.org or call Tom at (978) 462-8518. -----------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - The Golden Agers Club meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month. The first Wednesday we have a light lunch and coffee. The third Wednesday we have coffee and doughnuts followed by entertainment. The meeting starts at 1:00 and we meet at the Elks Hall in Newburyport. Call Carolyn, 978-4628974 for more information. -----------------------------------------------------------www.rnrlawyers.Com ROWLEY - The Rowley Cultural Council requests community members, schools and organizations to apply for WWW.RNRLAWYERS.COM WWW.RNRLAWYERS.COM� WWW.RNRLAWYERS.COM grants that support cultural activities in the town. October 15 is the deadline for applications to be postmarked. These � grants can support a variety of projects and activities including festivals, short-term artist residencies, performances in schools and libraries, workshops and lectures. Newly modified application forms and specific town guidelines � are available online at www.mass-culture.org/Rowley. The mission of the Rowley Cultural Council is to promote � excellence, access, education and diversity in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences in order to improve the quality of life for all Rowley residents and to contribute to the economic vitality of our community. The Council � will distribute $4,500 in grants for 2016. Last year’s funded projects included: Rowley Library (museum passes and children’s summer program); Triton SADD Speaker and Music Scholarships; Farmers’ Market Antique Tractor Show � Concert; Workshop Arts Intern Program and Pine Grove School Learning Garden. The Rowley Cultural Council is DaviD NewtoN Nicole reilly eleNa rosNov part of a network of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the commonwealth. The LCC named one of the Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based “top women attorneys in ma” projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to Boston magazine 2015 the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. For application DEFENSE� questions or any other information regarding the Rowley Cultural Council, please contact Nancy Hill, chairperson, at 978-948-8158 or Nancy_Hill@comcast.net. CUSTODY� -----------------------------------------------------------SALISBURY COA - “Afternoon Tea” Memories of Salisbury Beach continued with Gus Reusch” Thursday, October 8th @ 1pm. 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with colored pencils and markers. The group will meet the first Tuesday of every month to get creative using a variety of mediums. At the Newbury Town Library, Byfield. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7th See Weekly Wednesday Events at Wednesday, September 30th LOCAL POVERTY MATTERS DISCUSSION GROUP Lyndsey Haight, MSW, executive director of Our Neighbor’s Table, will speak at the October 7 Local Poverty Matters Discussion Group at the First Religious Society Church in Newburyport. Her topic will be “Eliminating Hunger.” The event is free and open to the public. Our Neighbor’s Table currently distributes more than 30,000 pounds of food (approximately 23,000 meals) each month to needy people in our local communities and will be expanding operations to Newburyport in October. The Local Poverty Matters Discussion Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 78 PM in the basement classroom of the First Religious Society Church, 28 Pleasant Street, Newburyport. The group is jointly sponsored by the Social Action Committee of the First Religious Society and Pennies for Poverty, the local nonprofit whose mission is to reduce poverty and alleviate its devastating impact on individuals and families in Greater Newburyport.
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