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Vatican to review appeal for Mount Carmel Church Tom Quinn

the population that stayed with the Church has resulted in fewer churchgoers and less money in church coffers. In 2014, more than heir prayers have not been answered yet, 50 church mergers announced in New York but they have been heard. The Holy See’s resulted in at least 18 parishes filing appeals Congregation for the Clergy will review with the Vatican, according to media reports the appeal of parishioners from Our Lady of at the time. In March this year, a few of those Mount Carmel Church, who saw it shuttered appeals yielded fruit, with some amended by the Catholic Diocese of Worcester earlier mergers, although other appeals were flatly this year.

The Mount Carmel Preservation Society Inc. denied.

Hale is quick to say, though, there is really was also officially recognized as a nonprofit no reliable precedent for a church closing corporation by the Secretary of State last such as Mount Carmel’s, since Catholic “canon month, another step in the right direction law,” which governs the internal workings of for a group that previously won a stay of the church, is different from the legal system execution from the Historical Commission most Americans are familiar with. What the when the city board refused to grant a appeal will hinge on, Hale said, is cold, hard demolition waiver on June 9. cash.

“There is so much positive work going on “What will be important is whether the by [the] Mount Carmel Preservation Society,” parishioners have the ability to raise the MCPS Vice President Carmelita Bello said in money,” Hale said. “If the Congregation feels an email. the parishioners have the ability to raise the Bello and MCPS President Mauro funds, even if [Diocese of Worcester] Bishop DePasquale have been in contact with Brody Hale, who has volunteered advice to the group [Robert] McManus does not, they would probably rule in favor of the parishioners. as part of his Catholic Church Preservation If they feel the parishioners cannot raise the Society project, started after he lost his hometown church in 2006. Hale characterized money, they would probably side with the church.” the letter from the Vatican to the MCPS as In arguing for permission to demolish the an “administrative notice,” simply saying the church before the one-year waiting period for appeal warranted review, but said it was still historic buildings, the Diocese of Worcester an exciting step.

“It’s not insignificant,” Hale said. “I give the said the church poses a public safety threat to the surrounding Mulberry Street area, and parishioners credit for getting this far.” that economic hardship prevents the Diocese Worcester is hardly the first city to be hit from picking up the tab for an estimated $3 with Catholic church closures, as a decline in million in facade and internal repairs for “Our the religion after systemic sexual abuse by Lady of the Highway,” damaged over the priests was brought to light and the aging of

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A crane lowers a large piece of Our Lady of Mount Carmel’s façade. years by prolonged proximity to I-290. The cost for immediate repairs that would make the building safe comes to around $200,000, repairs the city ordered the church to make in a timely fashion.

Bello said the group has over $65,000 in pledges. An online crowdfunding campaign on gofundme.com has resulted in nearly $4,000. If they can raise enough money to make repairs, Hale said, it would invalidate both the argument that the building is unsafe

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and the economic hardship idea.

Even if parishioners are able to raise the money, though, there are bigger problems on the church’s plate. A previous churchrun fundraising campaign in 2008 fell $2.3 million short of its goal, and even if the parishioner-run attempt fares better, there are long-term considerations. Attendance is down from around 1,875 in 2002 to around 456 in the most recent “pew count,” and the church’s

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The Worcester Railers reveal their mascot, a rail yard dog, whose name will be determined by the public. +1

National Night Out shines a light on drug and violence prevention. +2

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fter a series of site visits to Worcester nonprofits, the board met to discuss the allocation of thousands of dollars in grant money. Discussions of economic justice, support services for cancer patients and the refugee experience in America were all on the table, as the board decided which groups merited more funding.

It was a tall order for an eighth-grade class.

The entrance to the Nativity School, a free Catholic school for boys in Worcester, prominently displays a bulletin board with thank-you letters from previous recipients of student-administered grants. The money comes from the Highland Street Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Initiative, a program designed to give students experience with charitable giving at a young age.

“I was very impressed with the kids, impressed with the school,” Dave Hagan, executive director of Why Me and Sherry’s House, said. “The kids were touched and attentive. And that’s good to see in kids that young, that sense of giving back to the community.”

Sherry’s House was one of four Worcester organizations that received money from the class this year. Sally’s Place at the Salvation Army, New Lands and Friends of the Worcester Public Library also hosted the eighth-graders, and all four organizations were guaranteed $1,000 from the program.

The question for the students was where to allot an additional $1,000, a question that inspired much debate after a straw poll resulted in overwhelming support for Sherry’s House.

“It’s a bunch of kids who are going to die,” student Thaddeus Kyenkyenhene said, succinctly summing up the thoughts of many of his classmates who were sympathetic to the Why Me program.

Sherry’s House provides lodging to children with cancer and their families so they can be close to treatment facilities. But unlike other,

similar programs, Hagan said that aspect is the smallest part of what the charity does. The Why Me program also provides transportation to appointments and activities, such as a summer camp designed for children whose immune systems might not handle traditional camps.

That is probably where the money from the Nativity School will go, Hagan said, expressing joy that the class saw value in the program.

“Everybody identifies with children … it touches everyone’s heart,” Hagan said.

“Pediatric cancer robs you of your childhood, and this is a chance to give some of it back.”

Hagan’s charity was awarded $1,500 from the class, which opted to split the remaining $1,000 between two deserving charities. The other beneficiary was New Lands, after a few in the class made an impassioned plea for the farming program.

“It’s people that had to leave their home place, and they need more help than ever,” another student, Rosen Pena, said.

New Lands program manager Ashley Carter said she was happy about the class’ decision, but not necessarily surprised. The class spent a few hours at New Lands’ Sutton location, she said, and even completed a volunteer project. The ability to reach out and touch the charity’s work was probably a factor, she said.

“One of the reasons people are drawn to supporting us is it’s such tangible work,” Carter said. “It’s such a tangible need, and there’s a physical solution. A lot of people like gardening, and everyone knows we need food to survive.”

New Lands helps immigrants and refugees - often from Africa - grow food at locations near Springfield, Sutton and some urban farming space in Worcester. Carter said another important aspect of the organization’s work is the self-sufficiency aspect of the training, which helps people make an impact in the community and provide for themselves instead of relying purely on charity.

“We work to help them transfer skills from abroad for the New England climate,” Carter said. “And we help with marketing. One of the

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Nativity School teacher Yachira Torres interacts with her students

hardest things is actually selling the food.”

While Carter said nothing was set in stone, the money will probably go toward replacing a “really, really old” water pump that is hurting the reliability of the farming process.

Much like the sympathy for Sherry’s House seemed to stem from a personal connection to the people it served — the students are the same age as some of the cancer patients the agency serves — the students who advocated on behalf of New Lands pointed out that they all knew immigrants personally, and empathized with the plight of people trying to find their way in a strange community.

And much like the charities they chose to allocate funds to, the Nativity School boys are beneficiaries of the kindness of others.

Teacher Yachira Torres asked the class to write down the mission and vision of the four charities they visited – and the mission and vision of the Nativity School itself. The correct answer was a private, religious school that provides a free education to under-served youth in grades 5-8. And judging by the reviews of adults they visited with, the school is accomplishing its mission of getting them ready for the future.

“They’re very bright boys,” Carter said. “It was great working with them … some of them asked some really great questions.”

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@ worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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finance committee estimated roughly 200 of those contribute to the church financially, a product of many seniors on fixed incomes frequenting the church.

Monsignor Stephen Pedone has urged parishioners to merge with Our Lady of Loreto to provide a more stable financial situation.

“What good does it do to open the church and have no one come, or no one support it?” Pedone, a canon lawyer, asked. “The ball is in their court. I explained to them that they need to raise money to make the church safe, and then money to fix the inside, but also money to maintain the church.”

And there is no salvation coming from on high – if parishioners want the longtime Italian-American community hub to stay open, they will have to pony up the dough, according to both Hale and Pedone, who have previously differed on interpretations of canon law.

“We can’t go to the other parishes in the Diocese and say we want to keep our building, but we want you to pay for it,” Pedone said, noting that money granted by the Diocese has to come from somewhere. “That’s an injustice, and I can’t see how the Holy See would ask us to do that.”

Pedone said the Diocese recently received the Vatican’s notice, and will be responding with information from McManus and the parish’s architects.

While he said he is rooting for the parishioners to come up with a short-term and long-term solution to the church’s funding problems, the previous capital

campaign’s failure and declining church membership give the parish a “good case” for recommending closure, he said – although he also stressed McManus has not actually made an official decision on merging or closing the parish permanently, just on a temporary closure in the name of public safety.

Pedone also said Our Lady of Mount Carmel has borrowed around $200,000 from the Diocese of Worcester to pay for “make-safe” repairs, including banding and a tie-back on the facade to keep it from crumbling, although those will not solve issues such as chunks falling from the ceiling or problems with the cupola.

The Congregation could review various aspects of the church’s closure, including obscure canon law questions such as whether a “decree of suppression” was necessary, Hale said. And there are other levels of appeal available to parishioners or the Diocese of Worcester, regardless of which way the Congregation rules. But at the end of the day, if there is no money available for repairs, none of the legalese – or thoughts and prayers – matters.

“The long and the short of it is, it all comes down to money,” Hale said. “The best thing anyone who wants to see Our Lady of Mount Carmel standing could do is contribute money and pledges, as much as they are able.”

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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any cities in the US have what are called “Breed Specific Laws,” banning specific breeds of dogs, and the most notable of these breeds are pit bulls.

We found ourselves in 1996 dealing with a growing presence of pit bulls trained toward aggression, usually by drug dealers and gang members. One thing worth noting is pit bulls can do more damage than other dog breeds: we spoke to the owners of Stetson. Stetson was a peaceful pit bull, but although he was a good boy, he also could pull three times his body weight at one year old, not unusual for a pit.

Of course, when you have a dog breed with that strength, fear is understandable and even the mark of sanity. But, we explored, is it rea-

sonable? The debate is nature verses nurture: and it was clear that although there was a pent up energy that needed to be trained out of pit bulls, the most aggressive behaviors we saw were trained into them. It’s what led Steve Cortis, the Worcester PD’s dog trainer and a selfdescribed cat person, to say, “If they all went out and brought poodles we’d have exactly the same problem.”

Though the issue over pit bull laws in Worcester seemed settled in 2012 when Deval Patrick signed a law into effect banning the enforcement of breed specific laws, a 2014 law continued the debate by making pit bulls part of a broader category.

Twenty years before it was pit bulls, it was German shepherds. Maybe tomorrow it will be Chihuahuas. But wherever you stand on breed specific laws, remember to show caution around all animals and not let your kids pet strangers’ dogs. Just because they’re a man’s best friend doesn’t mean they’re always yours.

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by many people’s telling, was quite the dangerous place back in the day. An influx of restaurants, bars and other businesses have turned it into more of a downtown than Worcester’s actual downtown, but the last thing neighborhood leaders want is for the area’s reputation to come full circle. A brawl on Water Street that involved “100-plus people,” according to Worcester Police, is not helping that case. All available police officers citywide were called to the scene at 1:30 a.m. on Monday – a weeknight, if you’re not familiar with the traditional working person’s calendar – for the crowd of men fighting with knives, bats and bottles, some of which were thrown at police.

The WPD press release did note that the crowd outside Mambo Drinks seemed to be at the establishment for a New York comedian, a statement backed up by the Bronx address of one of the two people arrested at the scene. Others, including local gang members, were treated for various injuries at local hospitals. The Canal District Alliance has a “strategy meeting on public safety” scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 at Crompton Place, and you can bet your bottom dollar Mambo Drinks will come up. The club was most recently in the news when its manager was arrested in Worcester on first-degree murder charges stemming from an incident in Puerto Rico, but the new management has apparently not quieted down the nightclub at all.

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Worcester’s Party of Trump is getting in the spirit of its patron saint, starting with bashing the media for being biased.

It all started when Republican City Committee chairperson Mike Gaffney Tweeted out some photos of the group’s “drive like your child lives here” signs, which are available for free as part of a safety campaign. Worcester Telegrampa reporter Mark Sullivan then shared the post, commenting that “The G in Worcester GOP apparently does not stand for grammar,” while correctly noting the proper way to write the sentence would be “drive as if your child lives here.”

It’s one of those rules everyone ignores, but here’s your useless grammar lesson of the day. “Like” is a preposition, and should be followed by an object, not a verb - “he acted like Donald Trump,” for example. “As” is a conjunction, and can connect two clauses, so it can be followed by a verb - “he acted as if he was trying to be Donald Trump.” Again, not a big deal, although journalists have taken up this crusade before – Walter Cronkite refused to say “Winston tastes good like a cigarette should,” and his show had to call in an announcer to say the famous slogan. Gaffney, in an attempt to prove the point, followed it up with a Tweet that read, in part, “at least your not trying to hide your bias,” and followed that up with a claim that the Telegrampa in general was “biased.” Whether our city’s daily is biased is subjective, but grammar nerds may notice one of the most egregious grammar errors possible in Gaffney’s reply – mixing up “your” and “you’re,” which I believe was the Schoolhouse Rock episode right before “Conjunction Junction.”

Of course, the Telegrampa later misspelled the word “soldier” on the top spot on its webpage, where they put all the Associated Press stories that take precedence over Worcester news.

Glass houses, stones, etc. On an unrelated note, find all four spelling and grammar mistakes in this week’s Worcesteria to win a prize.

ACTION? AFFIRMATIVE!: The city’s new Diversity Inclusion Advisory Committee met last week, and it was informative. For example – what constitutes a quorum on a nine-member board? That’s right, in addition to the two slots that are open on the committee, two members couldn’t be bothered to show up to the inaugural meeting, and since a quorum is half the members plus one, there was a brief, wondrous moment where no one was quite sure if you rounded up or down when together 4.5 and 1. The meeting went off without a hitch after that, with City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. stopping by to offer his thoughts on the board. “The goal is always to hire

{ worcesteria } the most qualified person,” Augustus said. “But I’m convinced we can do that and still reflect the diversity of the community.” The members were also given a crash course on conflicts of interest and open meeting law. For example, did you know even electronic communications such as email are subject to Open Meeting Law rules preventing deliberations outside a meeting? Or that “serial conversations,” where board members play telephone and pass information from one person to another to avoid having a quorum, are still not allowed under OML rules? How about the one where “minutes” of meetings are supposed to contain a “summary of matters discussed” in addition to all actions taken by the board? Good stuff. The committee will meet once per month, and will elect a chair and vice-chair at their next meeting – if they can get enough people to show up.

INDIAN LAKE CLOSURE: Indian Lake will be closed Thursday, Aug. 4 for algae treatment,

and will open in time for swimming this weekend. The lake was closed a handful of times last year for the same reason, and was closed all summer in 2014, but this is the first treatment of the year after tests showed rising levels of blue-green algae. A team from Worcester Polytechnic Institute came up with a permanent solution as part of a class project, which is also not the first time someone has proposed a permanent solution. The Indian Lake Watershed Association also recently reminded people to stop feeding the geese and to “purchase a green laser and have it pointed several yards away from the birds. Then, eventually move the laser near the birds, not at them, and this will scare them away.” This is to avoid goose shit, an entirely separate problem but one that also has an adverse effect on the area.

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SCHOOLHOUSE ROCKDALE: Rockdale Recovery High School made waves when it opened in Worcester as a unique treatment facility designed to help teenagers addicted to opioids, weed or alcohol complete school and lead better lives away from the distractions and temptation in traditional high schools. Boston.com thought it was worth writing about, as a reporter wrote nearly 7,000 words about the school. To add some context for non-reporters, that’s about the size of Worcester Magazine’s entire news section, cover story and Worcesteria combined. You can’t summarize something like that in a short paragraph without doing it a grave injustice, but check it out for free online if you’re interested in one of the more recent weapons in the war against the opioid epidemic.

TYPE DCU: The American Red Cross has issued an emergency request for all blood types, with less than a five-day supply on hand. To help them out, the DCU Center will host the annual Red Cross blood drive on Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Donors will get a warm and fuzzy feeling, but will also get a voucher for Monster Jam and a $5 Amazon gift card.

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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Editorial City not blind to

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t can be easy to wonder just what the city is doing about pedestrian safety when it seems people are being hit by vehicles at a dizzying pace.

Take Lincoln Street in Worcester, for example. It is, arguably, one of the most dangerous streets in the city when it comes to pedestrian/motorist safety – as this editorial went to print, the most recent incident was a teen hit while trying to run across the street Saturday night, July 30.

The teenager was not the first pedestrian hit on Lincoln Street, and will assuredly not be the last.

An elderly woman was struck and killed last year on Lincoln Street, near the split with Burncoat Street. The teen hit the other night was also in that area. A drunk driver hit and killed a brother and sister on Lincoln Street. A boy crossing the street to board his school bus was hit. Recently, a vehicle crashed into a fence at the corner of Lincoln Street and Duxbury Road, near Lincoln House of Pizza and on the edge of property at the Hahnemann Family Health Center. Bicyclists have reported near-misses with passing vehicles.

One could argue that when the city previously worked on Lincoln Street, which included the addition of bicycle lanes – it unwittingly made the road more dangerous, although the people who would know best, the police who navigate these roads day and night, say the opposite is true. In fact, according to Police Officer Roger Wiseman, who works with the department’s accident reconstruction unit, the sidewalks and new crosswalks that were put in were all done to enhance pedestrian safety.

Here’s what we know from talking with people who own businesses or live on or around Lincoln Street: cars speed, they often show little to no regard for pedestrians – regardless of whether said person is in a marked crosswalk, and pedestrians themselves often dart out into traffic.

Lincoln Street is not the only hazardous area for drivers and pedestrians.

Belmont and Chandler streets are trouble spots, too.

To be sure, the problem is not one with a single, simple solution. But it is worth noting the city is not sitting idly by, even if it sometimes feels like it.

Wiseman and Worcester Police Lt. Tim Walsh both speak of the lengths to which city officials are going to make the streets safer for pedestrians and motorists alike. Perhaps the most important piece of advice: pay attention and remain hyper-vigilant when driving and walking, Wiseman said.

Walsh and Wiseman say police are in constant contact with the Department of Public Works as well as city and state officials when it comes to pedestrian safety. Wiseman said he has worked on pedestrian safety with state Rep. Mary Keefe, who he said has identified it as a “real issue.”

Public education and enforcement of laws are among the steps being taken, the police say, to make streets safer for everyone.

At the same time, they note, and it is hard to disagree, drivers and pedestrians themselves must shoulder much of the responsibility for staying safe. There can be no doubt that with more distractions, such as cell phones, has come an even greater need for general awareness of one’s surroundings.

It is good to know police and city officials are working, perhaps most often behind the scenes, on what is absolutely a public safety issue in Worcester. We see other steps being taken too, such as residents who have started posting signs in place urging motorists to drive as though their child lived on the street.

At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney is among those putting up signs. Other councilors should follow suit in and around their neighborhoods. Perhaps this effort should be picked up by the city and replicated in other designated trouble spots. Curbcuts work in some areas. Perhaps their viability should be studied more closely in other spots. Electronic speed limit signs have proven effective in places. Could they work along Lincoln and other streets?

These and other measures should at least be explored, and to hear the police tell it they are and will be.

“I can assure you,” Wiseman said, “we’re doing everything we can.”

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Harvey Janice Harvey

In search of the fast forward button

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eware Happiness,” she told me. “Something lurks around the corner.”

Wisdom imparted by my mother, a lifelong cynic whose outlook was never one I’d needlepoint on a pillow.

“This too shall pass,” my father said, whenever something seemingly earth-shattering landed in my lap (his other advice was to never open mail at night, presumably because it would lead to sleeplessness if it contained bad news.). For all his faults, I generally prefer my father’s theory that nothing — good or bad — lasts forever.

With Dad’s chestnut in mind, I’m facing the presidential election with the knowledge that eventually the campaigns of both Donald J. Trump and Hillary Rodham Clinton will end. It’s apparent that until then, a day won’t go by without yet another report of outrageous behavior on the part of the GOP candidate hitting the airwaves, winding its way through Facebook threads and grabbing headlines.

The New York Daily News has never been so challenged to come up with wackier covers. The satirical Onion is taking a backseat to actual news stories published by the Washington Post, the Boston Globe and the New York Times; the conventions offered more material for late-night monologues than any joke writer ever dreamed, but at some point, I stopped laughing.

My liberalism has never been a secret as a lifelong Democrat, but my utter disdain for the GOP is new.

I was never a fan of the Republican Party, but I held a modicum of respect for the two party-system. I remember sitting in homeroom at the original South High on Richard Street, discussing Watergate with a brilliant and politically conservative history teacher named Clifton Hulbert. We poured over copies of the Washington Post brought in daily by another dynamic teacher named Graenem Yoffe and chewed endlessly on the possibility of an impeached Nixon. How could the president be entangled in such a mess, we wondered.

Hulbert, who had a penchant for climbing atop his chair and kissing the flag to aggravate me, was both amused and horrified by Watergate. As a 17-year-old with a passion for rebellion, I was happily outraged.

I’m outraged now – but not happily.

I was a teen when soldiers returning from Vietnam

That’s What They Said “Boy, oh boy, if we thought that he was not a good choice when we went to the convention, these last three days have really solidified that.”

- District 2 Councilor and Demoncratic National Convention Hillary

were spat upon by protesters as they arrived home. With guilt I recall being caught up in the notion that anyone who was “stupid” enough to fight in that war earned such disrespect. How ignorant, how immature and how callous of me to have such an attitude! I can blame my youth to a point, I suppose, and thank the heavens that with age I grew to understand how ridiculous and cruel I must have appeared to elders.

Last week, my cheeks burned with tears sprung from a combination of sadness and shame as I listened to Khizr Khan speak at the Democratic National Convention. My sadness morphed into horror when the GOP candidate for the presidency attacked Khan for speaking out against Trump’s denigration of Muslim Americans. Trump’s back-peddling was lame stuff – when wandering off-script, the man described by one disgusted Scot in the wake of Brexit as a “mangled apricot hellbeast” reminds me of the kid who never read the book, trying to fake his way through an oral book report. He continued to argue that Kahn had “no right” to state that the business mogul has “sacrificed nothing.”

Soon, memes shot up across social media. One was a split screen showing the headstone of Army Capt.

Humayun S.M. Khan on one side, and a photo of Trump’s son, Donald Jr. holding the severed tail of a slaughtered elephant high above his head. I considered the meme for a moment and came to understand that one son was raised to give, while the other was raised to take.

If nothing else, this embarrassing and disgraceful election year has reminded me of the differences between us all – but not the ones Trump has worked tirelessly to exploit. I’ve become aware instead of the chasm between those who care about others and those who don’t care about anything other than what’s in it for them. I’ve learned that people I once thought well of don’t really deserve my respect. I’ve also recognized that goodness does exist, that there are millions of us wanting to leave for our children a more loving world. Donald Trump has forced us to examine ourselves more closely, to take an unbiased look at the neighbor we thought we knew, and the ways in which we can bridge our differences.

Herk Harvey’s belief that nothing lasts forever was a true one. Let’s just hope that this terrible time passes quickly into a better tomorrow for the America we should be, instead of the one we might become.

Clinton delegate Candy Carlson, on why Donald Trump is not a good choice for president.

“She quit and just literally started doing this.

That’s how it started, We had no idea how it was going to go, or how this was going to happen.”

- Jason DesJardins, on his wife, Cara, with whom he started C.A.S. Handmade Inc. in Worcester.

“I want them gone.”

- Szymon Twarog, owner of Wycked Java in Worcester, quoted in the Telegram & Gazette about the owners of Mambo Lounge after a large melee resulted in his storefront being damaged.

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Is Worcester health board going rogue?

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areas of restaurants and bars, has illustrated just how complicated setting public policy can be.

Most outdoor seating venues in Worcester ban smoking. Up until now, the decision to allow or prohibit smoking outdoors has been left to the discretion of individual proprietors.

Indoor smoking at bars and restaurants was banned many years ago, and the most often cited justification for this ban was the protection of service staff from the harm caused by second hand smoke.

Since that ban, some facilities have chosen to accommodate patrons by allowing smoking in designated outdoor areas. The assumption,

moking is a bad thing. I get it. It is unhealthy. There is ample evidence of that.

I also understand it is the job of the Worcester Board of Health to promote good health in our fair city. The Board of Health (“BOH”) is a citizen board appointed by the city manager, and until recently it served the community in an advisory capacity only. In 2015, following much debate, the City Council voted to grant the BOH regulatory powers. This was a hard-fought and dramatic presumably, is the potential deleterious effect change. of secondhand smoke is greatly reduced in In the last few months, the board has an outside setting. This is a common sense devoted the majority of its energy to certain conclusion that appears to be supported in anti-tobacco initiatives. Since the spring of the scientific literature, i.e. that brief exposure this year it has voted to raise the minimum to secondhand smoke in an unenclosed area legal sales age for tobacco products from 18 has a quantitatively different impact than to 21; establish bans on the sale of flavored exposure to smoke indoors. tobacco, which it deemed attractive to young When these issues were raised at a recent people; and ban smoking in nursing homes. public comment forum held by the Board of I applaud the contributions of the five Health, it became clear to the citizens who members of this volunteer board, and I must assume they direct diligent effort, after careful attended that certain board members put little weight on the actual health impact of the thought and deliberation, to acting in what activity it sought to ban. Or the economic or they feel are the best interests of the entire personal choice infringement it involved. To community. these members, it appeared, it was sufficient Setting public policy is far from a simple that the item before them involved tobacco matter, however. There are costs and consequences to most initiatives, some readily use, and that therefore any ban, regardless of the impact it may have positively or apparent, others often hidden. Even the most negatively, justified the board’s approval. simple health regulation has the potential This is unfortunate. And disturbing. The to impact a wide range of stake holders, lack of attention directed to an examination from business and educational institutions of the balance between health impact and to various segments of our community, as other important considerations casts a distinguished by cultural, economic, religious shadow on not just future Board of Health and ethnic attributes. initiatives, but past decisions as well. Did The board’s most recent initiative, the the board properly consider the profound l! banning of tobaccom use in the outdoor seating ia ec er Sp

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impact their blanket smoking ban will have on nicotine-addicted disabled residents of some of the city’s nursing homes? I am not referring to young people. I am describing a population that has spent their entire adult lives smoking. Was there a weighing of the health benefits of a complete ban against the discomfort to be experienced by elderly and vulnerable individuals, who might find their only peaceful moments enjoying a cigarette in solitude? Who spoke for them? Were their rights considered? I read that the board agreed to postpone implementation of the ban for six months, to give these nursing home residents time to kick the habit. Really?

In order to facilitate what I feel is a necessary analysis before any decision to ban smoking in outdoor seating venues is imposed, I make the following comments and observations: 1. If the board’s actual concern is workplace safety/health, as has been stated, then any decision to ban tobacco use by restaurant or bar patrons sitting in the great outdoors should be predicated on some measurable risk to employees who might wait on these customers. For brief encounters in outdoor settings, this clearly cannot be established.

2. If the board’s concern is the negative effect secondhand smoke in the outdoors has on the general public (in this case, other patio diners) then surely any ban should involve weighing the empirical evidence regarding risk to nearby customers (once again, negligible in the outdoors) against the legitimate and informed decisions of those customers to occupy the areas in question.

Such analysis should take into account the range of consumer choices, both at the restaurant in question (sitting inside), or if alfresco dining is preferred, at the many other outdoor dining venues that choose not to allow smoking.

Lest the point be missed, we are talking about smoking outside.

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a particular instance, and in disregard of personal choice, options, economic impact, etc., then why discriminate against the few venues that allow smoking on the patio?

Ban all smoking within the city. If that is the agenda, let’s cut to the chase.

For how can the Board of Health decree that smoking outside a restaurant that has a patio (relatively infrequent activity) is illegal, while smoking outside other “non-patio” bars and restaurants (extremely more common, perhaps to a factor of x1000) is not? If the actual health risks to others from the specific activity and setting are irrelevant to their analysis, why are they cherry picking? Or to mix metaphors, is the board merely aiming for the low hanging fruit? Let’s just ban smoking in all these places, and then see how that goes.

I believe the Worcester Board of Health has performed, and continues to perform, a valuable function - much more so, now that they have been granted great regulatory power. But with great power comes great responsibility. There is no shortage of compelling health problems to be addressed in our community (childhood obesity, opioid addiction, clean water, etc.), each with dramatically more consequence than some imagined risk a few outdoor smokers might pose to a passing employee or a consenting nearby diner.

So, I respectfully suggest our Board of Health engage in a more thoughtful and empathetic prioritization of initiatives, and focus its valuable time and energy on efforts more likely to have significant impact on the health of its citizens. And leave these few venues and smokers alone.

But if the Board of Health truly believes prohibition is the answer to the tobacco problem, let’s not waste time with poorlytargeted measures and knocking off the unsuspecting and disenfranchised one ban at a time. Let’s ban smoking everywhere within the city and get it over with.

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It is fair to say two of the most significant events in HOLLIE GRANT’s life happened when she was a student at Westfield State University. As a freshman, she met the man who would later become her husband and father of her two children. As a junior, she contracted the disease that almost took her life. Instead, it claimed both her legs and crippled her left hand.

Having interned at the Sturbridge Police Department as a senior in high school, Grant was determined to become a police officer. Actually, she had her sights set even higher.

“I loved it,” she said of her time with the Sturbridge police. “I thought it was really cool. I’ve always been into cop shows on TV. I think I wanted to always go beyond, like to the FBI. I figured there were steps you had to take.”

At Westfield State, Grant started taking those steps into law enforcement. She also took the first steps toward marriage, meeting her future husband, Matt, in her first year. He was a junior living upstairs from her, and was friends with the people who lived across the hall from her.

Love and her education seemed to be progressing just fine, but Grant’s life was about to change forever.

She remembers the date well. It was Oct. 19, 2003.

“I had gone on a date with Matt to see ‘Mystic River’ and eat at the 99 Restaurant,” Grant said.

She was planning to go home the next morning for an early Thanksgiving dinner with her family, before her grandparents left for the winter.

“I woke and and didn’t feel good, but I went home, took a nap and went to the family dinner,” Grant said. “I couldn’t even sit at the table.”

Instead, she took another nap.

“I just didn’t feel right,” she said.

Grant ended up staying at home with her family that night, instead of returning to school.

“I kept waking up with different symptoms,” she said. “I’d wake up feeling nauseous, then go into the bathroom and throw up. I woke up and I was delirious at one point. My parents found me wandering around the house.

“I woke up in the morning with the sensation that my hands were burning. My stepmother got really concerned.”

Grant was taken to Harrington Hospital in Southbridge, where her condition continued to worsen.

“My stepmom and dad were wiping my eyes with tissues,” she said. “Blood was coming out of my tear ducts.”

She was rushed by ambulance to UMass Medical Center in Worcester, where Grant’s mother and stepfather met them. The experience, she admits, was a blur.

“I really had no idea what was going on,” said Grant.

She did not know at the time she had contracted bacterial meningitis. Her organs had started shutting down.

“I was dying,” she said.

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Doctors at UMass ended up inducing her into a coma, which she said lasted two weeks.

Although she came out of the coma, Grant says she doesn’t remember anything that happened until December that year.

That is when doctors delivered the devastating news.

“They told me I would lose at least one of my legs,” she said.

Doctors had already sewn her left hand to her hip to help the skin grow back. She ended up having both her legs amputated below the knees.

She went to Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital in January 2004, where she remained until March. She still couldn’t walk, but she went home that month, anyway.

Grant did not go home to nothing, however.

While she was ill, family and friends had started the Everybody Loves Hollie Fund, raising more than $100,000. A local architect had also built a handicap-accessible addition on her parents’ home.

Grant started using prosthetics in August 2004, and was walking that fall. She returned to school in January 2005.

It took several surgeries, but doctors were also able to put five fingers back on her left hand.

“I have working fingers, they’re just shorter,” the former high school softball player said. “Luckily I’m right-handed.”

Grant had survived, but her life’s course was forever altered. For one thing, she gave up her dream of becoming a police officer.

“I thought about medicine, like maybe nursing, but it wasn’t for me,” she said. “When I went to rehab, I loved it. I chose occupational therapy, which is awesome. The focus is on how a person lives their daily life. You work on children, adapting them to their environment, and people in wheelchairs adapting to their environment.

“Having a disability, I feel that I have an advantage because I lived it,” she said.

Grant transferred to Worcester State University, enrolling in a five-year master’s program. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees, graduating in 2009.

Her love life had changed, too – but not in a bad way. The man she met in college was still by her side.

Together, they bought a new ranch house, one that accommodated Grant’s disabilities.

The two married in October 2010. Their first daughter, 4-year-old Raigen, was born in May 2012.

Two-year-old Emma arrived in April 2014.

Today, Grant works as an occupational therapist at a nursing facility in Southbridge, not far from the hospital she first went to when she fell ill almost 13 years ago.

She is enjoying life with her two daughters, who she says refer to her prosthetics as mommy’s “boo-boo legs.”

“Everything happens for a reason, I guess,” Grant said. “Look at everything going on in the policing world right now. Would I want to be a police officer now? Probably not. I have two incredible girls. I got a second chance at life.”

- Walter Bird Jr., editor, Worcester Magazine

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From uniform to cap and gown: Graduating student-athletes Andrew Michaels

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he age of the dumb jock is over.

With athletic programs being big money for schools (during the 2014-2015 academic year, 28 athletic programs brought in more than $100 million in revenue), athletic scholarships and overlooking high school academic performance for on-the-field heroics still happens. But when it comes to staying in college, off-field performance matters.

Student athletes, and the NCAA, appear to be taking this seriously: according to ncaa.org, student athletes at Division 1 schools are actually slightly more likely to graduate than the general student population at these schools (67 to 65 percent).

We looked at Worcester’s own colleges and universities to see where students are more, or less, likely to transition from helmet-and-jersey to cap-and-gown. Here are the numbers, and a few takeaways.

School

Student Athlete Federal Graduation Rate

Assumption 59% Anna Maria Not Tracked Becker Not Tracked Clark 88% Holy Cross 88% Worcester Polytechnic Institute 90% Worcester State University 50.8%

DIFFERING METHODS

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he first thing you might notice is a bit of a discrepancy between what one school tells us and what we’re saying.

Holy Cross claims to have a 98 percent graduation rate, instead of the 88 percent listed above. That is because of two different methods used to calculate the graduation rates of students: the Federal Graduation Rate, used by the U.S. Government, and the Graduation Success Rate, used by the NCAA for Division 1 schools.

The federal government has been calculating student athlete graduation rates at Division 1 schools since passing the Student-Right-To-Know act in 1990.

The methodology prescribed by the act, the FGR, is fairly straight forward, and is the methodology being used for this story. Basically, it takes the simple question of how many student athletes enter a school in a given year, and how many have graduated from that institution within six years.

There are flaws to this methodology. It does not count students who transfer out, for instance, or students who transfer in (since it is based upon entering freshman classes and not graduating senior classes). It also only counts full time students, and not part-time students.

In response, the NCAA began tracking the Graduation

Success Rate (or GSR) of Division 1 schools, which is where Holy Cross gets its 98 percent statistic. A similar program exists for Division II schools called the “Academic Success Rate” (or ASR,) which can lead to dramatic differences in the case of schools like Assumption. For the 2008 cohort year, Assumption had a Federal Graduation Rate of 59 percent, but an Academic Success Rate of 94 percent, meaning that while there are many student athletes who don’t graduate from Assumption (or start there), the majority end up with a college degree.

It is already difficult to track Federal Graduation Rates, but schools are significantly less likely to track their GSR. It is also worth noting, however, that non-Division 1 schools are not required to track their GSR or their FGR. And some schools do not have that information readily available, hence the lack of information from Anna Maria and Becker.

WINNING SCHOOLS School

FGR Overall

Clark Holy Cross WPI

88% 83% 88% 92% 90% 85%

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he schools with the highest graduation rates among athletes — Clark, WPI and Holy Cross — all do very well with their overall graduation rates, suggesting that what may be more important than how schools engage athletes is how they engage students as a whole.

What is forgotten about student athletes is often that, in spite of their demanding schedules, they are still full-time students at academic institutions. The chutes and ladders students face on the path to a degree may (or may not) be specific to student athletes.

So while factors such as overly-demanding practice and travel schedules or a lack of accountability required to play a sport may be athlete issues, other factors, like academic support (or a lack thereof), can tank even the most frail of scholars.

In addition, the NCAA started a program in 2003 to improve academic performance at Division 1 Schools. The program established standards for academic performance of student athletes at Division 1 schools and penalties, including postseason ineligibility, for schools that fail to meet them.

School

FGR

Overall Graduation

Assumption College

59%

70%

Worcester State University

50.8%

51%

This has required schools to allocate resources toward the problems which may be specific to student athletes, making general issues a more likely pitfall. Though Becker College claims not to track its student athlete graduation numbers, the school does provide a coordinator of student athlete services to help students graduate. As a result, Becker’s Interactive Media Communications Director Sandy Curewitz said 163 student athletes were recognized for competing in the 2015 fall semester with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

It should come as no surprise, then, that schools with higher overall graduation rates tend to have higher graduation rates for student athletes.

WORCESTER STATE’S CHALLENGES

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orcester State’s 50.8 percent graduation rate seems a bit low, but Renae Lias Claffey, WSU’s assistant to the President for Campus Communications, pointed out that many students at WSU have transferred in, or are parttime students, and do go on to graduate from the university.

Still, many of the challenges faced by Worcester State reflect broader challenges faced by state universities in Massachusetts. This year, the state Department of Higher Education released a report titled, “Facing The Future,” in which it outlined plans to improve performance of UMass and state-affiliated schools. The report is available online, and goes over many of the challenges faced by Massachusetts state schools.

The report outlined several methods by which schools can increase their overall graduation rates, including improving the affordability of college and access to it throughout the state - specifically at state schools - increasing support for low-income male students and students of color, an overhaul of remedial programs and making it easier to transfer from a two-year institution to a four-year institution.

Of foremost focus in the report is the “achievement gap” between students from low-income families and students from wealthy families, and students of color compared to white students. African American and Latino men, in particular, are significantly less likely to graduate from state schools than their white counterparts.

As such, improving graduation rates for student athletes (and students) at Worcester State is part of a broader, statewide effort.

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can’t do in college,” said Sarkis.

When a student has a particularly long reading assignment, Sarkis says, it’s not that they should skip it so much as they should learn to read differently, scanning for more relevant information worthy of a more intensive focus.

“If you have three readings to do and four papers, and you try to do it all that night, all of a sudden it’s 3 a.m. and you still aren’t done,” she said. “It’s a very unhelpful cycle [students] get into.”

Overall, the best advice for college freshmen is to understand there are adjustments to be made, and the most that they can do is enjoy making them.

“It will be difficult,” said Sarkis, “but it is a good journey.”

There are many ways college classes will differ from their high school counterparts.

Here are four, as noted by huffingtonpost. com, with a Worcester Magazine twist:

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took tons of classes in high school, what’s the big deal?”

Come fall, new first years across the country will be repeating this fallacy as they venture onto college campuses and walk through the doors of their new classrooms.

And with eight undergraduate institutions within city limits, Worcester will certainly see that adage repeated.

Unfortunately, it’s just not true.

Among the many changes from high school to college, perhaps none will be starker than the differences between high school and college classrooms, as anybody who has completed a year of college would tell you.

And while these students may feel like old dogs, it’s time for them to learn new tricks.

“A lot of [students] are afraid to make mistakes. They’ve been learning to the test,” said Marianne Sarkis, a professor at Clark University.

Sarkis teaches “Healthy Cities,” a “First Year Intensive” (or FYI) course at Clark University.

FYIs are designed for first years, or freshmen, meant to acclimate them to the new learning style of college, getting them used to more

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independent work and in-depth study than they might have had in a generic third period algebra class in high school.

To understand the differences between classrooms in high school and college, one must understand the difference between students in high school and college. High school students may not be children, but they certainly aren’t adults (To quote Alice Cooper, “I’m in the middle without any plans. I’m a boy and I’m a man, I’m 18.).

High school students are more likely to offer help to struggling students before they reach out for it because they are, for lack of a better word, “kids.”

This has an impact on college freshmen.

“A lot of them are very shy about asking for help,” said Sarkis.

Clark University, she pointed out, makes a variety of resources available to struggling students, such as a writing center to help students with essays and comprehension.

High school is also significantly more structured than college, which makes time management an important adjustment.

“They’re going from eight hours of structure, and then they go home,” Sarkis

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said. “Now it’s flipped. They may have four hours of classes.”

Many students, Sarkis said, will consider the extra hours as free time, when in reality it could be better spent studying and going over the material from class. Resisting the temptation of hanging out with new friends and playing Frisbee on the quad on a sunny day (or less innocuous activities) may be difficult, but it is necessary.

“You’re there to learn and to socialize, not the other way around,” said Sarkis.

On the flip side of time management, however, is knowing what not to do.

In high school, readings are relatively short and often exist simply to make sure you did them. Most high school teachers will enforce homework completion, making students hand work in after class to assure them their work has been completed. Not so at the college level, where most work is to be done independently.

Time management is an obstacle for many.

The all-night study session (or “all-nighter”) has become as much a staple of conceptions of college as Frisbee and hooded sweatshirts.

“They try to do all the reading, which you

1. SIZE: Think your high school did you a favor with a smaller student-to-teacher ratio? Guess again. Depending on the size of the college or university you attend, or the classes you choose, you could find yourself attending lectures with upward of 100 students or more.

2. TECH DREAMS: In high school, it’s

notebooks. In college, notebooks are dinosaurs. Of course, most high schools today are incorporating iPads and other technologies. That’s a good thing, because unlike days gone by, when you’re in college, you’re more likely to be tapping the keys of a laptop than scribbling on the pages of a spiral-bound notebook.

3. BUY, BUY TEXTBOOKS: If you went to a public high school, you didn’t pay for your textbooks. In college, you do – and they are not cheap. You’ll want to hunt for the best price. Maybe you’ll luck out and find a handme-down.

4. DO I KNOW YOU? In high school, your teacher probably knew your first, middle and last name – and that of all your classmates.

Not so in college. You will have to work to build a relationship and not get lost among all the other faces. Many professors have TAs, or teaching assistants. Get to know them, as they could prove an invaluable bridge between you and your professor.

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MAKING THE GRADE:

Our Worcester County School Districts Report Card Corlyn Voorhees

School may be out for the summer, but a school’s job is never done. While students enjoy their warm weather freedom, teachers and administrators continue their work in the classroom prepping for the start of September.

This week, we’ve decided to flip the switch and see how well the Worcester County school districts are doing. Using a wealth of data, we have graded districts in six specific categories: Accountability, Teacher Evaluation, MCAS, Graduation Rate, Dropout rate and Retention.

Grades are based on a number of reports compiled by the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – most of them following the standard letter grading system in schools (Over 96 is an A+, for example).

For the first category of Accountability, all Massachusetts districts and schools are classified

ASHBURNHAM-WESTMINSTER REGIONAL Superintendent: Gary Mazzola Schools: 5 (3 Elementary [ES], 1 Middle [MS], 1 High School [HS]) Students Enrolled: 2,350

Town Population: Ashburnham: 6,081 | Westminster: 7,277 Website: awrsd.org

REPORT CARD

Accountability: B Classified into Level 2, with a PPI of 65 for ALL and 61 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 16.3% Exemplary, 82.1% Proficient, 1.6% NI and 0% Unsatisfactory.

MCAS: B+ Average score of 86 percent of students scoring Advanced or Proficient in MCAS (93% in ELA, 84% MTH, 81% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (94.2%) Dropout: A+ (0.4%) Retention: A (0.7%) Highlights: “As the new superintendent in my second year at Ashburnham-Westminster Regional School District, I am honored and humbled to be the leader of one of the most extraordinary and highest-performing school districts in Central Massachusetts,”

Superintendent Gary Mazzola said. “Our district’s vision to prepare all students to be contributing citizens of local and global societies, in an ever-changing world, is accomplished by providing an academically challenging curriculum, being a reflective community that values civic engagement, and working with a staff that are dedicated and passionate professionals that continuously ask the question, ‘Is the learner learning.....?’”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

ATHOL-ROYALSTON Superintendent:

Steven Meyer Schools: 5 (3 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,425 Town Population: Athol: 11,584 | Royalston: 1,258 Website: arrsd.org

REPORT CARD

Accountability: D Classified into Level 4 and a CPI score of 48 ALL and 45 HN Educator Evaluation: B 0% Exemplary, 94% Proficient, 6% Needs Improvement, and 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: D Average score of 65% in Proficient and Advanced (86% ELA, 53% MTH, 56% SCI).

Dropout: C (5.3%)

into one of five accountability and assistance levels, Level 1 being the highest performing and Level 5 is the lowest. Schools are usually categorized into the level of its lowest-performing school. Another part of this report is the Progress and Performance Index (PPI), used to measure how the districts and their schools are improving and working toward established targets, including narrowing proficiency gaps, as well as graduation and dropout rates. For a district to be considered to be “making progress,” its PPI’s for all students (ALL) and highneeds students (HN) has to be over 75.

State averages also play a part in grading fairly, including for teacher evaluations, retention and dropout rates. Averages include teachers statewide ranking as 9.6 percent exemplary, 85.9 percent proficient, 4.1 percent needs improvement and 0.4 percent unsatisfactory; 1.5 retention rate; and 1.9% dropout. Grades are averaged accordingly.

When available, we have included comments from superintendents to highlight their school district.

(A key of terms used as well as a list of data sources can be found at the end of this report) Retention: B (2.0%) Highlights: “Athol-Royalston Regional School District is taking major steps forward this year. We will be opening the brand new state-of-the-art Athol Community Elementary School,” Superintendent Steven Meyer said.

“This will provide an infusion of technology at the elementary level. We have reorganized our middle school to reduce class size at that level. At the high school level we are expanding our course offerings to focus more on career skills.”

OVERALL GRADE: C+

AUBURN

Superintendent: Maryellen Brunelle Schools: 5 (3 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 2,454 Town Population: 16,188 Website: auburn.k12.ma.us

REPORT CARD

Graduation Rate: B+ (89.7%) Dropout: A (0.8%) Retention: A+ (0.0%) Highlights: “Recently, U.S. News and World Report ranked Auburn High School 36 out of the nearly 400 Massachusetts high schools and 836 in the United States as a ‘Top High School,’” said Superintendent Maryellen Brunelle. “This comes on the heels of our two intermediate schools having been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools for exemplary work in closing the achievement gap. Our students continue to excel athletically, artistically and musically … earning top honors in … local and state competitions. Our 1:1 iPad initiative in grades 6-12, our newly-created Early College program and our numerous district-wide STEM opportunities are further proof that we are a district that has truly transformed, ensuring all of our students are ready to thrive in the changing world in which they live.”

OVERALL GRADE: A

Accountability: B Classified into Level Two with CPI scores of 61 ALL and 61 HN Superintendent: Teacher Evaluation: A+ Nadine Ekstrom 13.9% Exemplary, 84.7% Proficient, 1% Needs Schools: 3 (2 E, 1 HS) Improvement, 0.5% Unsatisfactory Students Enrolled: 1,049 MCAS: ATown Population: 92% average of students scoring in Advanced Berlin: 2,866 | and Proficient (98% ELA, 92% MTH, 85% Boylston: 4,355 SCI).

Website: bbrsd.org/pages/Berlin-Boylston

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Accountability: B Level 2 with an average CPI score of 61 for all students and 54 for high-needs students (53 ALL, 45 HN in Berlin; 78 ALL, 59 HN in Berlin-Boylston; and 51 ALL 59 HN in Boylston).

Teacher Evaluation: A+ 14.1% Exemplary, 85.9% Proficient, 0% Needs Improvement and 0% Unsatisfactory (10.7% E, 89.3% P, 0.0% NI, 0.0% U in Berlin; 21.8% E, 78.2% P, 0.0% NI, 0.0% U in BerlinBoylston; 9.7% E, 90.3% P, 0.0% NI, 0.0% U in Boylston).

MCAS: A 94% average of students placing in Advanced and Proficient for all three tests (ELA 98%, MTH 92%, SCI 91%).

Graduation Rate: A+ (98.3%) Dropout: A+ (0.3%) Retention: A+ (0.1%) Highlights: “Berlin-Boylston Public Schools is an innovative school system consisting of three districts,” Superintendent Nadine Ekstrom said. “Our new facility has state-of-the-art science labs [and] interactive white boards in every classroom. Our newest program of study is the global citizenship program, which provides students with an opportunity to earn a diploma with global distinction. Among our recent graduates, 97 percent will be attending a college in the fall.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

BLACKSTONE-MILLVILLE Superintendent:

Allen Himmelberger Schools: 5 (3 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,738 Town Population: Blackstone: 9,026 | Millville: 3,190 Website: bmrsd.net

REPORT CARD

Accountability: BClassified into Level Two with CPI scores of 59 for ALL and 53 for HN Teacher Evaluation: A8.7% Exemplary, 90.7% Proficient, 0.6% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A91% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient on all three tests (97% ELA, 88% MTH, 88% SCI).

Graduation: B (84.9%) Dropout: A- (1.5%) Retention: A (1.0) Highlights: In the past year, the Charger Marching Band was crowned National Champions in New Jersey, according to Superintendent Allen Himmelberger’s May blog post on the school district’s website.

He also highlighted a few faculty members who won awards: Elementary and physical education teacher David Isenberg was one of 10 recipients for the SHAPE (Society of Health and Physical Education) award, Food

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Service Director Jeanne Sheridan was named Massachusetts Food Service Director of the Year,and Hartnett Middle School Principal Justin Cameron received the Massachusetts Middle School Principal of the Year award.

OVERALL GRADE: B+

CLINTON Superintendent:

Terrance Ingano Schools: 3 (1 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,865 Town Population: 13,606 Website: clinton.k12.ma.us

REPORT CARD

Accountability: B Classified into Level 2 with a CPI score of 48 ALL and 50 HN Teacher Evaluation: A8.9% Exemplary, 91.1% Proficient, 0.0% Needs Improvement and 0.0% Needs Improvement MCAS: C73% average of students scoring in Advanced and Proficient for all three tests (92% ELA, 71% MTH, 57% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (90.8%) Dropout: A- (1.4%) Retention: A (0.9%) Highlights: “The Clinton Public Schools represents a small, diverse student body composed of three schools,” Superintendent Terrance Ingano said. “Clinton Elementary is a DESE Level 1 school, offering before and after-school daycare, enrichment activities and a very active parent-volunteer program.

Clinton Middle School is composed of Grades 4-8, with a full sports program, electives, and a ‘dual school’ program that allows advanced seventh- and eighth-grade students to take classes at Clinton High School. Clinton High School is composed of about 450 students, offering many AP and Honors classes, full sports, clubs and electives, on-line classes, an award-winning FIRST Robotics program and a spirited student body focused on community service.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

DOUGLAS

Superintendent: Norman Yvon Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,471 Town Population: 8,471 Website: douglas.k12.ma.us

REPORT CARD

Accountability: B Classified into Level 2 with a CPI score of 64 ALL, 52 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 12.3% Exemplary, 86.9% Proficient, 0.8% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B An average score of 84% of students scoring

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in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (98% ELA, 72% MTH, 81% SCI) Graduation Rate: A- (91.7%) Dropout: A (0.5%) Retention: A (0.6%) Highlights: “The Douglas Public Schools is [a] small and effective school district,” Superintendent Norman Yvon said. “We have great students, supportive families and faculty and staff willing to do whatever it takes for our students to succeed.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

DUDLEYCHARLTON Superintendent: Gregg Desto

Schools: 7 (4 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 3,984 Town Population: Dudley: 11,390 | Charlton: 12,981 Website: dcrsd.org

REPORT CARD

Accountability: B Level Two, CPI scores of 66 ALL and 56 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 11.9% Exemplary, 86.2% Proficient, 1.9% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B+ Average of 89% (95% ELA, 86% MTH, 87% SCI) Graduation Rate: A- (91.9%) Dropout: A (1.0%) Retention: A (1.0%) Highlights: “One of our trademarks is the dedication of our staff,” Superintendent Gregg Desto said. “Like many districts, we are trying to maintain our traditional values while moving our students’ educational opportunities forward. Toward that, we are excited to be offering STEM and Global Studies Pathways and Certificate Programs for the first time this coming year. We maintain, year after year, one of the best graduation rates and lowest dropout rates in the area, and our kids do extremely well on MCAS. But what’s most important to us is the culture of success — in academics, extracurriculars and citizenship — that has been built over many years.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

FITCHBURG Superintendent:

Andre Ravenelle Schools: 8 (4 E, 2 MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 5,192 Town Population: 40,318 Website: fitchburg.k12.ma.us

REPORT CARD

Accountability: C Level 3 with CPI scores of 48 ALL, 58 HN Teacher Evaluation: A 13.9 percent Exemplary, 81.7% Proficient, 4.2% Needs Improvement, 0.2% Unsatisfactory

MCAS: F 58% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient on all three tests (81% ELA, 52% MTH, 42% SCI).

Graduation Rate: C- (73.2%) Dropout: B- (3.7%) Retention: A (1.1%) Highlights: “We provide high-quality and challenging academics through our dedicated, professional teaching staff,” Superintendent Andre Ravenelle said. “With this effort, our students are prepared for the rigor of the high school Honor’s Academy and our Advanced Placement initiative. The National College Board AP Honor Roll recognized Fitchburg, and we were ranked with among the top 130 schools nationwide. Additionally, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) offerings across district provide access to coding and robotics from Grade one on and 3-D printing in middle and high school.

Our focus on every student has reduced the dropout rate from 7.95 percent to 1.3 percent in the past 10 years and increased the college attendance rate to 84 percent, more than 10 points above the statewide urban rate.”

OVERALL GRADE: C+

GARDNER Superintendent:

Denise Clemons Schools: 5 (2 E, 1 MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 2,419 Town Population: 20,228 Website: gardnerk12.org

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Accountability: CLevel 3 with CPI scores of 29 ALL, 25 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 6.7% Exemplary, 82.1% Proficient, 8.5% Needs Improvement, 2.7% Unsatisfactory MCAS: D+ 67% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all subjects (87% ELA, 59% MTH, 56% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B- (82.3%) Dropout: B (3.2%) Retention: B (2.2%) Highlights: “With the district reorganization a faint memory, we are continuing to transform the district to improve academic achievement for all students,” said Superintendent Denise Clemons. “The district, along with the special education department, has been recognized on a state and national level for the work that is being done in the area of special education with regards to social and emotional learning.

Our high school robotics team continues to be recognized for the skills that are exhibited in the area of technology and engineering. While Gardner High School offers more advanced placement courses than other districts in the area, our high school athletic teams have also illustrated the Wildcat pride through achieving various honors and awards for their sportsmanship and athletic ability.”

OVERALL GRADE: C+

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STEVEN KING

The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough promotes high expectations for all students by providing a dynamic learning environment that inspires opportunities for thinking critically, solving problems and engaging intellectual curiosity. We are proud of our tradition of excellence, community partnerships and district-wide school culture that fosters and celebrates students’ personal growth and success.

GRAFTON Superintendent:

James Cummings Schools: 6 (4 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 3,206 Town Population: 17,765 Website: graftonps.org

strengthening the curriculum and instruction across the district. Finally, we will foster the continued success of our athletic teams as well as our business, technology and community service-based clubs.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

HARVARD Superintendent:

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 66 ALL 65 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 1.5% Exemplary, 94.7% Proficient, 3.8% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B 86% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all subjects (95% ELA, 82% MTH, 80% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B+ (89%) Dropout: A (1.1%) Retention: A (0.7%) Highlights: “We are looking forward to a successful 2016-2017 school year in the Grafton Public Schools,” said Superintendent James Cummings. “We are excited to welcome a new middle school principal, Roseanne Kurposka, along with 10 new teachers who are enthusiastic and eager to make an impact.

Moreover, we are adding special education programming, implementing a new math resource at the elementary schools and

-Superintendent Christine Johnson

Linda Dwight Schools: 2 (1 E/MS, 1 M/HS) Students Enrolled: 1,137 Town Population: 6,520 Website: psharvard.org

REPORT CARD

Accountability: B+ Level 2, CPI: 95 ALL, 79 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 0% Exemplary, 97.2% Proficient, 2.8% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A 96% average of students scoring in Advanced and Proficient (98% ELA, 97% MTH, 93% SCI) Graduation Rate: A- (92.3%) Dropout: A (1.0%) Retention: A+ (0.4%) Highlights: “We’ve often been in the top 10 of high schools in Massachusetts,” Superintendent Linda Dwight said. “We pride ourselves on that type of academic

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achievement, while still paying attention to the well-being of the students. We do a lot around stress reduction and helping students manage the classes that they think are best for them. We’re very small, meaning that the students receive a lot of personalized attention. The students form really strong relationships with each other and teachers. A lot of times you hear that a family moved to Harvard for the schools. It’s pretty much the biggest draw and we definitely appreciate and value that.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

HOPEDALE Superintendent:

Karen Crebase Schools: 3 (2 E/MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,178 Town Population: 5,911 Website: hopedaleschools.org

and Proficient in all three tests (89% ELA, 81% MTH, 84% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B (86.2%) Dropout: A- (1.6%) Retention: A (1.0%) Highlights: “Leicester Public Schools are embarking on the last year of a three-year district action plan that focuses on improved technology infrastructure and use, greater financial stability and public confidence in the budget process, a review of curriculum that ensures both the right focus and the best methods, improved facilities, and an improved system of assessments and interventions to meet students who are not achieving standards,” Superintendent Judith Paolucci said. “This year, we will be focusing on behavior and school climate, science and ELA curriculum work and student engagement, among other areas.”

OVERALL GRADE: B

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 73 ALL, 71 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 6.1% Exemplary, 90.9% Proficient, 3.0% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A90% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all subjects (98% ELA, 88% MTH, 85% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (95.5%) Dropout: A (0.6%) Retention: A+ (0.2%) Highlights: “As the new superintendent in the Hopedale Schools, what has struck me most about Hopedale is the sense of community and acceptance that staff, students and community members display on a regular basis,” Superintendent Karen Crebase said.

“The school district often resembles a family, and the dedicated staff will do anything necessary to ensure the success of every student. The town of Hopedale was built on the belief that shared responsibility and community support are invaluable. The spirit of that belief continues to flourish in the Hopedale school community.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

LEICESTER Superintendent:

Judith Paolucci Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,604 Town Population: 10,970 Website: leicester.k12.ma.us

James Jolicoeur Schools: 12 (7 E, 2 MS, 3 HS) Students Enrolled: 6,057 Town Population: 40,759 Website: leominster.mec.edu

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Accountability: C Level 3, 67 ALL, 63 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 8.3% Exemplary, 85% Proficient, 5.4% Needs Improvement, 1.3% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C 76% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all three tests (85% ELA, 73% MTH, 69% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (90.7%) Dropout: A (0.7%) Retention: A (0.9%) Highlights: “The Leominster Public Schools was praised for being the highest-achieving urban district in the PARCC state assessment of grades 3-8 in spring, 2015 and was recognized by the Commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for its excellent annual graduation rate and low Dropout rate in spring 2016,” Superintendent James Jolicoeur said. “Leominster has opened up two innovation schools and is one of few school districts in Massachusetts that provides opportunities for students to succeed in three different schools in grades 9-12.”

OVERALL GRADE: B

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Accountability: C Level 3, 40 ALL 54 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 6.3% Exemplary, 86.5% Proficient, 6.3% Needs Improvement, 0.8% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B 85% average of students scoring Advanced

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Loxi Jo Calmes Schools: 3 (1 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,567 Town population: 10,086 Website: lunenburgschools.net

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 61 ALL 63 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 11.8% Exemplary, 87.4% Proficient, 0.8% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Needs Improvement MCAS: B+ 88% average of students scoring in Advanced and Proficient in all three tests (94% ELA, 86% MTH, 84% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (93.6%) Dropout: A+ (0.2%) Retention: A (0.5%) OVERALL GRADE: A-

MENDON-UPTON Superintendent:

Joseph Maruszczak Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 2,291 Town Population: Mendon: 5,839 | Upton: 7,542 Website: mursd.org/pages/MU-Regional

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 65 ALL 73 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 4.3% Exemplary, 90.9% Proficient, 4.3% Needs Improvement, 0.5% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A93% average of students grading in Advanced or Proficient for all three tests (98% ELA, 89% MTH, 93% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (90.7%) Dropout: A (0.6%) Retention: A (0.7%) Highlights: “The Lunenburg community is very excited about the upcoming school year, opening the new co-located Lunenburg Middle-High School,” Superintendent Loxi Jo Calmes said. “Our students will return this fall to a reconfigured district with amazing facilities to support 21st century learning. Lunenburg has a proud tradition of offering students a high-quality educational program with many extra and co-curricular opportunities. Our focus is on the whole child. We are equally focused on students’ academic achievement and social-emotional development. Students district wide are actively engaged in service learning as we prepare students for lifelong learning and responsible community membership.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

MILFORD Superintendent:

Kevin Mcintyre Schools: 7 (4 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 4,131 Town Population: 27,999 Website: milfordpublicschools.com

REPORT CARD Accountability: B-

Level 2, CPI: 50 ALL, 52 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 8.0% Exemplary, 86.5% Proficient, 4.9% Needs Improvement, 0.7% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B81% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient for all three tests (93% ELA, 74% MTH, 75% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B+(88.3%) Dropout: B+ (2.5%) Retention: A (0.9%) Highlights: “The Milford Public Schools is an educational community that is focused on the success and growth of every student,” Superintendent Kevin Mcintyre said. “We are particularly excited to open the doors to our new state of the art Woodland Elementary School, serving 950 third- through fifth-grade students. This will also initiate our district wide blended learning program, where each student in the building will have access to a Chromebook to support learning, engagement and collaboration. There are a lot of amazing things happening in the Milford Public Schools.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

MILLBURY Superintendent:

Gregory Myers Schools: 3 (2 E/MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,732 Town Population: 13,261 Website: millburyschools.org

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Accountability: BLevel 2, CPI: 56 ALL, 61 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 14.2% Exemplary, 85.1% Proficient, 0.7% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B80% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient for all three tests (83% ELA, 82% MTH, 75% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (90.8%) Dropout: A-(1.3%) Retention: A (0.7%) Highlights: “The Millbury Public School District enjoys incredibly strong support from our community,” said Superintendent Greg Myers.

“This support, along with our dedicated faculty and staff and our close partnerships with parents, allows us to provide students with a ‘small school, big family’ atmosphere that exemplifies what it means to be a Woolie. From our award-winning music and art programs to our championship athletic teams, including our undefeated 2015 state championship girls soccer team, our students exemplify the values of community, responsibility and academic excellence.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

NARRAGANSETT REGIONAL Superintendent:

Christopher Casavant Schools: 5 (3 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,358 Town Population: Templeton: 8,013 | Phillipston: 1,682 Website: nrsd.org

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Accountability: C Level 3, CPI: 58 ALL 62 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 14.8% Exemplary, 82.4% Proficient, 2.8% Needs Improvement, 0.0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C 75% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient for all three tests (85% ELA, 70% MTH, 71% SCI) Graduation Rate: A- (90.6%) Dropout: A (1.0%) Retention: A+ (0.4%) OVERALL GRADE: B+

NASHOBA Superintendent:

Brooke Clenchy Schools: 6 (3 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 3,428 Town Population:

Bolton: 4,897 | Lancaster: 8,055 |Stow*: (located in Middlesex County) Website: nrsd.net

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Accountability: B+ Level 2, 79 ALL 67 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 7.7% Exemplary, 86.6% Proficient, 5.3% Needs Improvement, 0.4% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A 94% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (98% ELA, 94% MTH, 91% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (94.6%) Dropout: A (1.0%) Retention: A+ (0.1%) OVERALL GRADE: A-

NORTH BROOKFIELD Superintendent:

Marilyn Tencza Schools: 2 (1 E/MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 566 Town Population: 4,680 Website: nbschools.org

Classified into Level 2 with a CPI score of 48ALL, 49 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 8.7% Exemplary, 78.3% Proficient, 13% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C+ 78% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (93% ELA, 75% MTH, 67% SCI).

Graduation Rate: C+ (77.8%) Dropout: B +(2.3%) Retention: A (1.0%) Highlights: “What is great about the North Brookfield School system is that we are a small, tight-knit community, where the staff knows all the students,” said Superintendent Marilyn Tencza. “We are initiating an Engineering Program at the elementary school and at the high school through Project Lead the Way, [providing] STEM education for our students. Through grants we have been able to acquire equipment needed to make this program successful. We are trying to start a Chapter 74 Engineering Program at the junior/ senior high school, and are very excited about the upcoming year.”S OVERALL GRADE: B

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Christine Johnson Schools: 10 (7 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 4,519 Population: Northborough: 14,155 | Southborough: 9,767 Website: nsboro.k12.ma.us/

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Accountability: ANorthborough and Southborough elementary and middle schools classified into Level 2, with the high school classifying into Level 1, and with an average CPI score of 88 all, 76 high needs between all three districts (Northborough: Level 2, 67 ALL 69 HN; NorthboroughSouthborough: Level 1, 100 ALL, 82 HN; Southborough: Level 2, 96 ALL, 78 HN).

Teacher Evaluation: B Average between three districts are: 0% Exemplary, 96.9% Proficient, 2.9% Needs Improvement, and 0.2% Unsatisfactory (Northborough: 0% E, 97.8% P, 2.2% NI, 0% NI; NorthboroughSouthborough: 0% E, 95.7% P, 3.6% NI, 0.7% U; Southborough: 0% E, 97.2% P, 2.8% NI, 0% U) MCAS: A 95% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (99% ELA, 94%

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MTH, 92% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A+ (98.9%) Dropout: A+(0.3%) Retention: A+ (0.07%) Highlights: “The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough promotes high expectations for all students by providing a dynamic learning environment that inspires opportunities for thinking critically, solving problems and engaging intellectual curiosity,” said Superintendent Christine Johnson. “We are proud of our tradition of excellence, community partnerships and district-wide school culture that fosters and celebrates students’ personal growth and success.”

OVERALL GRADE: A

Classified into Level 3 with a CPI score of 58 ALL, 51 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 5% Exemplary, 88.1% Proficient, 7% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C+ 78% of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (90% ELA, 75% MTH, 68% SCI) Graduation Rate: A- (91%) Dropout: A (1.4%) Retention: A (0.8%) OVERALL GRADE: B+

OXFORD Superintendent: Mark Garceau Schools: 5 (2 E, 1 MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,797 Town Population: 13,709 Website: oxps.org

NORTHBRIDGESuperintendent:

Catherine Stickney Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 2,373 Town Population: 15,707 Website: nps.org

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Accountability: C Level 3, CPI: 55 ALL, 50 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 10.2% Exemplary, 75.8% Proficient, 13.4% Needs Improvement, 0.6% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C+

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79% of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (91% ELA, 77% MTH, 69% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B+ (88.1%) Dropout: B+ (2.4%) Retention: A (1.0%) Highlights: “I believe that in order to realize the great potential of the Oxford Public Schools, we need to be continually focused on strengthening core instruction and the systems of support that ensure college and career readiness for all Oxford students, that we need to be continually support greater teacher quality and leadership capacity and that we need to continually seek to be as efficient in everything we do,” Superintendent Mark Garceau said.

“The mindset is all about instilling in our staff, our kids and our community a sense of self efficacy that says, “whatever we put our hearts, minds and shoulders to, we can accomplish’ ... We are committed to soon becoming the turnaround school success story of Southern Worcester County.”

OVERALL GRADE: B-

QUABBIN REGIONAL Superintendent:

Maureen Marshall Schools: 8 (5 E, 1 MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 2,395 Town Population: Barre: 5,398 | Hardwick: 2,990 | Hubbardston: 4,382 | New Braintree: 999 | Oakham: 1,902 Website: qrsd.org

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Accountability: BLevel 2, CPI: 53 ALL 48 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 16.4% Exemplary, 81.5% Proficient, 2.1% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B81% average of students scoring proficient or 10+(93% ELA, 77% MTH, 73% SCI) Graduation Rate: B (84.2%) Dropout: B- (3.9%) Retention: B (2.4%) OVERALL GRADE: B

QUABOAG REGIONAL Superintendent:

Brett Kustigian Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,411 Town Population: Warren: 5,135 | West Brookfield: 3,701 Website: quaboagrsd.org

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Accountability: BLevel 2, CPI: 59 ALL 62 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 20.7% Exemplary, 76.6% Proficient, 2.7% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B+

87% average of students scoring in Advanced and Proficient for all three tests (95% ELA, 80% MTH, 87% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B- (83.3%) Dropout: A- (1.3%) Retention: A (0.9%) Highlights: “The Quaboag Regional School District is an innovation zone, where all schools have innovation status and focus on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math),” Superintendent Brett Kustigian said. “Quaboag High School has the highest rating from [DESE] (level 1). QHS is also an Early College High School, allowing students the opportunity to receive college credit while in high school. QHS offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and boasts a strong sports program. West Brookfield Elementary is Level 1 and Warren Elementary is Level 2.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

SHREWSBURY Superintendent:

Joseph Sawyer Schools: 9 (6 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 6,045 Town Population: 35,608 Website: schools.shrewsburyma.gov

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 74 ALL 73 HN Teacher Evaluation: B1.9% Exemplary, 96.2% Proficient, 1.5% Needs Improvement, 0.4% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A92% average of students scoring in Advanced or Proficient for all three tests (97% ELA, 91% MTH, 87% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (94.7%) Dropout: A+ (0.4%) Retention: A+ (0.2%) Highlights: “The Shrewsbury Public Schools’ long tradition of excellence has continued in recent years,”according to the superintendent. “Among many accolades, the Shrewsbury High School Speech and Debate team won the state team championship as well as an individual national championship.

The spring musical, ‘Urinetown,’ won several Theatre at the Mount awards. Several students were recognized through the Boston Globe art awards. The Robotics team won the US FIRST Chairman’s Award for the second year running. Multiple students earned first-place awards at the state middle and high school science fairs. And Shrewsbury athletic teams enjoyed a variety of successes, including an individual sectional title in girls’ golf and an individual state championship in girls’ gymnastics.”

OVERALL GRADE: A-

SOUTHBRIDGE Superintendent:

Jessica Huizenga Population: 16,719 Schools: 4 (3 E/MS, 1 M/HS) Students Enrolled: 2,186 Town Population: 16,719 Website: southbridgepublic.org

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Accountability: F Categorized into Level 5, CPI: 38 ALL 44 HN (school is in state receivership) Teacher Evaluation: B+ 14% Exemplary, 74.9% Proficient, 8.8% Needs Improvement, 2.3% Unsatisfactory MCAS: F 52% average of students (77% ELA, 39% MTH, 39% SCI) Graduation Rate: D (64.7%) Dropout: B+ (2.6%) Retention: A- (1.3%) OVERALL GRADE: C

SPENCER-EAST BROOKFIELD Superintendent: Nadine Crowe Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,581 Town Population: Spencer: 11,688 | East Brookfield: 2,183 Website: sebrsd.org

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Accountability: C+ Level 3, CPI: 59 ALL 69 HN Teacher Evaluation: N/A This district did not implement educator evaluation systems, so no data is available to grade.

MCAS: C+ 77% average of students scoring Advanced or Proficient in all three subjects (90% ELA, 74% MTH, 68% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B- (82.9%) Dropout: B+ (2.6%) Retention: C+(3.3%) OVERALL GRADE: B-

SUTTON

Superintendent: Theodore Friend Population: 8,963 Schools: 4 (2 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,468 Town Population: 8,963 Website: suttonschools.net

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Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 65 ALL 51 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 3.7% Exemplary, 95.1% Proficient, 1.2% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B81% average of students scoring Advanced

and Proficient for all three tests (94% ELA, 83% MTH, 67% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (93.8%) Dropout: A (0.7%) Retention: A (0.8%) Highlights: “The Sutton Public Schools are very fortunate to have such a supportive community,” Superintendent Theodore Friend said. “All the schools are housed on one campus, with our new state-of-the-art middle/high school that shines brightly on the hill. One highlight from this past year: Sutton High School was recently ranked 43rd in the state and 1,143rd in the country by the Washington Post in terms of whether students are challenged enough. Education begins at home and the Sutton Public Schools work closely with family to ensure Ωeach child encounters a well-rounded, challenging educational experience.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

TANTASQUA

Superintendent: Erin Nosek Town Population: Brimfield: 3,609 Brookfield: 3,390 Holland: 2,481 Sturbridge: 9,268 Wales: 1,838 Schools: 8 (6 E/MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 3,774 Website: tantasqua.org

Teacher Evaluation: A+ 19% Exemplary, 78.9% Proficient, 1.4% Needs Improvement, 0.7% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B83% average of students scoring Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (92% ELA, 80% MTH, 78% SCI).

Graduation Rate: C- (70.6%) Dropout: B (3.1%) Retention: B+ (1.7%) Highlights: “Our parents and citizens take pride in developing our students to be well-balanced in academics, athletics, and the arts,” Superintendent Kevin Carney said. “In recent years, the College Board recognized Uxbridge High School as an Advanced Placement Honor Roll school, and our Student Council has received state recognition as gold medal recipients. Our choral, band and drama programs are a major attraction and our music programs have received gold and silver standard recognition at the state level. Our broad, athletic programs are among the most competitive in Southern Worcester County and many of our teams have enjoyed state level competition in the advanced rounds.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

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WACHUSETT REGIONAL Superintendent:

Darryll McCall Schools: 13 (9 E, 3 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 7,343 Town Population: Holden: 17,346 | Paxton: 4,806 | Princeton: 3,413 | Rutland: 7,973 | Sterling: 7,808 Website: wrsd.net

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Accountability: B Level 2, 70 ALL 54 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 28.9% Exemplary, 69% Proficient, 2.1% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A90% of students scoring Advanced or Proficient in all three subjects (97% ELA, 91% MTH, 82% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (94.7%) Dropout: A (0.7%) Retention: A+ (0.3%) Highlights: “‘What is Best for Kids’ has been the phrase we use to drive all of our decisions in the Wachusett Regional School District,” said Superintendent Darryll McCall. “Our students are our most important assets, and helping all students to achieve to their fullest potential is what we continually strive for on

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Accountability: AScoring in Level 1 and Level 2 and an average CPI score of 70 ALL and 75 HN (Brimfield: Level 2, 89 ALL 60 HN; Brookfield: Level 2, 67 ALL 77 HN; Holland: Level 2, 58 ALL 81 HN; Sturbridge: Level 1, 67 ALL 76 HN; Tantasqua: Level 2, 61 ALL 59 HN; Wales: Level 1, 78 ALL 98 HN).

Teacher Evaluation: B+ 2.4% Exemplary, 97% Proficient, 0.6% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B82% average of students scoring Advanced or Proficient in all three tests (94% ELA, 84% MTH, 67% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (92.5%) Dropout: A (0.7%) Retention: A (0.8%)* OVERALL GRADE: A-

UXBRIDGE

Wachusett Regional High School in Holden. The District received an A-.

Superintendent: Kevin Carney Schools: 4 (1 E, 2 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,898 Town Population: 13,457 Website: uxbridgeschools. com

REPORT CARD Accountability: B Level 2, CPI: 57 ALL 63 HN

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We are all looking forward to implementing the strategic objectives, initiatives and action steps outlined in the strategic plan to provide our students with a well-rounded educational experience.”

OVERALL GRADE: A

WEBSTER

Superintendent: Richard Lind Population: 16,767 Schools: 3 (1 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,894 Town Population: 16,767 Website: webster-schools.org

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Accountability: C Level 3, CPI: 44 ALL 45 HN Teacher Evaluation: A+ 11.8% Proficient, 88.2% Proficient, 0% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: C72% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all three subjects (86% ELA, 66% MTH, 64% SCI).

Graduation Rate: D+ (69.8%) Dropout: D+ (6.4%) Retention: B (2.8%) Highlights: “In the last 12 months, Webster Public Schools has opened a brand new Pre-K to Grade 4 elementary school, reorganized into a more typical Grade 5-8 middle school and Grade 9-12 high school,” said Superintendent Richard Lind. “These grade re-configurations have and will assist us as we continue on the path of continuous improvement. In June, Town Meeting voters approved a warrant article allowing the School District to purchase 1,200 new devices for Webster Middle School and Bartlett High School, [which] put Webster on the road to a 1:1 environment for our middle and high school students to engage in 21st Century learning activities.”

OVERALL GRADE: C+

WEST BOYLSTON Superintendent: Website: wbschools.com

Schools: 6 (4 E, 1 MS, 1 HS) Students Enrolled: 3,672 Town Population: 18,272 Website: westboroughk12. org

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Accountability: ALevel 1, 86 ALL 71 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 3.2% Exemplary, 93.8% Proficient, 2.9% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: A 94% average of students scoring in Advanced and Proficient in all three subjects (96% ELA, 94% MTH, 93% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A (95.3%) Dropout: A+ (0.3%) Retention: A+ (0.3%) OVERALL GRADE: A

WINCHENDONSuperintendent:

Steven Haddad Town Population: 10,300 Schools: 6 (3E, 1 MS, 2 HS) Students Enrolled: 1,291 Population: 10,300 Website: winchendonk12. org

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MCAS: D60% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all three subjects (79% ELA, 57% MTH, 45% SCI).

Graduation Rate: C (75%) Dropout: C- (5.5%) Retention: B (2.1%) Highlights: “The Winchendon Public School District has worked extremely hard to build a strong leadership team, and to develop a winning combination of students, parents, community and staff,” Superintendent Steven Haddad said. “We are preparing our students for their future careers, and know they must be ready to lead, communicate, work together, organize, analyze, think critically and solve problems. We offer advanced placement, robotics engineering, dual enrollment, performing arts, award-winning athletics, student government, career planning, community development, an extended-day program and the Murdock Academy. We believe that together we will build a better community, one student at a time.”

OVERALL GRADE: D+

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Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory MCAS: B81% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all three subjects (92% ELA, 82% MTH, 70% SCI).

Graduation Rate: A- (92.9%) Dropout: A- (2.0%) Retention: A- (1.3%) Highlights: “Our mission is to provide an environment of academic excellence to nurture the mind, character and civic responsibility of each student,” said Superintendent Elizabeth Schaper. “We believe that a superb education in a small school atmosphere can make a difference in the life of a student. Caring teachers, lofty academic expectations, a quality curriculum and excellent instruction are the tools we use to effectively maximize each students’ academic potential. Our teaching focuses on the development of critical thinking skills, problem solving capacity and effective oral and written communication skills in order to prepare our students to successfully pursue their life goals.”

OVERALL GRADE: B+

Accountability: C Level 3, CPI: 53 ALL 53 HN Teacher Evaluation: B 4.8% Exemplary, 91.2% Exemplary, 4% Needs Improvement, 0% Unsatisfactory

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Superintendent: Maureen Binienda Schools: 45 (34 E, 4 MS, 7 HS) Students Enrolled: 25,076 Population: 181,045 Website: www. worcesterschools.org

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Accountability: D Level 4, CPI: 53 ALL 50 HN Teacher Evaluation: B+ 7.6% Exemplary, 89.8% Proficient, 2.2% Needs Improvement, 0.4% Unsatisfactory MCAS: D62% average of students scoring Advanced and Proficient in all three subjects (81% ELA, 58% MTH, 49% SCI).

Graduation Rate: B- (80.8%) Dropout: A- (1.7%) Retention: B+ (2.1%) Highlights: “The Worcester Public Schools provides all students the opportunity to advance their scholarship with a rigorous core curriculum and high quality instruction,” Superintendent Maureen Binienda said.

“During the 2015-16 school year, the Worcester Public Schools was recognized for excellence in performances in the arts-visual, instrumental and voice; robotics competitions from elementary to secondary levels; math team and mock trial competitions; and district and state athletic competitions. For the 2016-17 school year, the WPS will focus on students discovering the expanse of their academic talents, shape the quality of their character and develop the confidence to become conscientious, reflective citizens who are empowered to better our community and our world.”

OVERALL GRADE: B-

KEY Schools: E = Elementary School MS = Middle School HS = High School Accountability: ALL = CPI score for all students HN = CPI score for high needs students Teacher Evaluation: E = Exemplary P = Proficient NI = Needs Improvement U = Unsatisfactory MCAS: ELA = English Language Arts MCAS MTH = Math MCAS SCI = Science MCAS Data Sources: Population: 2010 Massachusetts State Census Students: Enrollment in 2015-2016 Accountability: 2015 Accountability Report Teacher Evaluation: 2014-2015 Educator Evaluation Performance Report MCAS: 2015 Grade 10 MCAS Achievement results Graduation: 2015 Graduation Rate Report for All Students for 4-Year Graduation Rate Dropout: 2014-2015 Dropout Report for All Students Retention: 2014-2015 Student Attendance and Retention Report All reports, as well as district information, courtesy of the Massachusetts Department of Education

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Partway down Shrewsbury Street, tucked next to Cristoforo Colombo Park, there has been a den of creativity. For the last several years, the natural and unique gift shop Seed to Stem had taken up residence. With its recent move to 138 Green St., a new shop moved into the space. Now, after a grand opening late last month, C.A.S. Handmade Inc. calls 174 Shrewsbury St. its home.

“We were pretty close to landing in Hudson,” Jason DesJardins, who co-owns the business along with wife, Cara, said during a tour of the store front. “We were pretty close to signing a lease. We came here on Mother’s Day, and we came here to get presents, and we talked to the girls at Seed to Stem, who we knew from shows, and they mentioned they were moving. We met with the property owner the next day.”

Things moved quickly from there, which should come as no surprise, since the DesJardins had been operating out of their basement since 2013, when Cara, a designer, decided to further pursue her interest in handbag design.

“I have a strong background in pattern making and apparel,” she said by cell phone while driving to Providence (that the interview had to be juggled while running business errands is a testament to the growth of C.A.S.). “So, I try to keep it fairly simple without a lot of heavy hardware. I don’t take any shortcuts. We go the long way and that lends itself to the aesthetic we have.”

Cara was working at Hasbro, creating designs for the company, but she and her husband knew cubicle life was not her path.

“She quit and just literally started doing this. That’s how it started,” said Jason. “We had no idea how it was going to go, or how this was going to happen.”

That first year, C.A.S. had one account and went to art and design shows to showcase their wares. Now, just three years later,

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the pair has 65 national accounts, including handbags in Whole Foods. The first-ever design Cara crafted has remained their most popular.

“She made that design seven years ago.

That was the first bag we ever started selling at shows,” said Jason.

The fold-over design continues as their

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Above, leather bags, candles and wallets adorn an old table at C.A.S. Handmade. At left, handmade beer soaps by Home Brewed Soaps for sale at C.A.S. Handmade. number one seller, though they create “We use full-grain leather over stuff that is roughly five to six new designs a seasons. sanded, buffed or waxed,” Jason explained.

Now, with a storefront, Cara is free to ex“When you go to a place like Macy’s, it’s plore new designs further. almost plastic. You can see it in these, you Cara’s interest in design started early. It can smell it. They do mark up, but over time, was a part of the fabric of her New England that’s what leather is supposed to be. It’s family. important because that’s the natural part of “Cara grew up with three aunts and her leather. What Coach does, that’s not natural. mom,” explained Jason. “They all sewed.

They make it completely perfect by coating One of her aunts has a bag company up it in chemicals. These aren’t altered at all. It’s in New Hampshire. They all sew. She was tanned, it’s dyed and then it’s made.” brought up that way. She grew up in a sewWhile C.A.S. Handmade Inc. may have ing family, a very artistic family. Her whole nearly moved to Hudson, the ownership duo family is just filled with artistic people. are excited to be in Worcester, a community, Sewing has been in her family forever. She’s Jason said, that is thriving. always had that in her and so, we thought, “I grew up in Fitchburg, and I remember let’s keep you out of the cubicle.” what Worcester used to be like, and it’s come The leather in the C.A.S. products is natusuch a long way,” he said. “I mean, there’s ral, a point that is important for the team at been something like 50 restaurants opening 174 Shrewsbury St. continued on page 26

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“Recent Work” at Worcester PopUp, more to come throughout summer Joshua Lyford

The Worcester PopUp, 20 Franklin St., has been an asset to downtown since its opening. PNow into its third year, the exhibition space shows no signs of slowing down, with the “My Recent Work” exhibit open to the public just behind City Hall.

The show is mixed media, with photography, painting, 3d design and more showcased on the walls. With an excited crowd enjoying the pieces on display as well as the food and drinks available, it was easy to see why area residents would enjoy the opening on such a nice day. Perhaps it was the art, or individuals or the still-shining sun, but that the conversations were flowing was a sign of the success of the Worcester PopUp’s endeavors.

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“My Recent Work” gallery opening reception.

“My Recent Work” opened late last month, and the room was filled with artists, enthusiasts and neighborhood residents. That there was such an eclectic group engaging with arts and artists was no accident, as the space itself — and its particular downtown, foot-traffic and bus-traffic heavy route — has grown specifically for that sort of engagement.

“When we first started the PopUp, which was a mural show, we did it as an homage to Pow Wow, which is really important,” explained Tina Zlody, who is both the coordinator of the space and the director at Worcester’s popular stART on the Street events. “I wanted a lot of youths to come in and interact with each other and bond. The second show, I wanted it to be area artists, known and unknown. I wanted it to be an open call. That creates a dialogue in two ways. It creates a dialogue on the art people are working on, which changes over time. It also creates dialogue between artists in the space together. They start talking about why they’re doing the work that they’re doing and get to tell that to the public.”

a dialogue and a conversation about things, that’s important,” said Zlody.

The call for art was open and the event was, by design, inclusive in the pieces on display.

“When you do an open call for a show like this, you get things across the board,” said Zlody. “I wanted to highlight that in the space.

It’s very casual and informal in that space.

Part of the fun is that it’s a fun space, so by having an open call, and being artists of all types, it’s very lighthearted.”

“Anybody that wanted to participate could,” Zlody continued. “I have a bit of a critical eye but, quite honestly, I was really thrilled about the quality of work that we got. I think there was only one piece that didn’t make it in, and that was more thematically it not working. It wasn’t that it wasn’t nice, it just didn’t work with the theme.”

With works from artists such as Scott Boilard, Michele May, Louie Despres, John Vo, Casey Hickey and Don Hartmann and Worcester Magazine’s own Steven King, the show continued on page 26

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lately. Cara always wanted to be in Worcester, she always said we needed to be here. She was born and raised in Providence, so she is excited to be back in the city. I think we got here at just the right time.

“The Worcester arts community is doing so well. We do so well at things like stART on the Street. I think Worcester is starving for American-made products. It’s 15 minutes from our house. We think this town is great and we’re really excited to be a part of the community.”

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was well-presented and the art was, naturally, evenly distributed through a spectrum of the creator’s artistic filters.

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products, there are a number of other artisan products throughout the store, like Hope and Mary porcelain tableware, Smith & Kinds wallets, Green River Woodcraft, Red Antler Soaps and Moontide Dyers.

You can check out C.A.S. Handmade Inc. in person at 174 Shrewsbury St., the former location of Seed to Stem, now located at 138 Green St., or online at Cas-handmade.com.

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts. of “The Velveteen Rabbit” with Bill Sigalis on Aug. 13. ”I think the thing I wanted to do most was engaging youth in the area in a space that they felt comfortable in, a space they could display and work on their art,” said Zlody.

“When I speak to young people, they feel like they don’t have a place or way to break into the scene. I wanted the PopUp to open doors

Birgit Straehle talks with Mihoko Wakabayashi at the “My Recent Work” gallery opening reception. and interact with the space and talk about the work. That’s one of the great things about the PopUp. It gets people to interact with the space and enjoy it and maybe have a chance to see something they’ve never seen before, or talk to an artist they’ve never gotten to meet before. I do a lot of open arts days there, and probably 80 percent of the people that come are people from the neighborhood.”

The event calendar for the Worcester PopUp is extensive and many of the upcoming events are exciting, like Bill Sigalis’ dramatic reading of Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Telltale Heart” and Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery” on Aug. 5, a monoprint and drypoint printmaking workshop on Aug. 6, music by the Hip-Swayers on Aug. 12 and a family reading

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and I think that it has opened doors. We open up conversations between artists of different generations and different training levels and talent. I think its important that younger artists can find an opportunity to use the pop up to do that here in the city.”

You can check out the “My Recent Work” exhibit on display at the Worcester PopUp, 20 Franklin St., through Aug. 19, alongside all of the other upcoming events utilizing the space.

For more information, including an upcoming event schedule, visit Worcesterpopup.com.

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts.

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It is difficult to maintain a sense of anonymity in the midst of Jared Forman and Sean Woods.

During a typical restaurant review for Worcester Magazine, I float through the evening undetected by an establishment's front of house, never mind its owners. At Deadhorse Hill, it is impossible to remain nameless.

I’m not alone in this experience. Over the course of two consecutive visits, I watched this duo identify city officials, restaurant owners, high-powered executives and prominent brewers the moment they walked through the door. On my very first visit, they picked me out, not as a writer, but as a member of the local service industry and they never forgot my face.

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service at Eleven Madison Park, Forman and Woods want to make sure you feel noticed.

It’s not that they are pandering so much as they are demonstrating a measured respect for individuals who love Worcester with the same voracity that they do.

The restaurant's aesthetic exudes a retrourban aura. Staff members sport Worcester Wares T-shirts in varying colors and styles.

Drinks arrive in vintage glassware purchased from Crompton Collective. Servers wield a white ceramic teapot to top off their guests’ water glasses. One’s eyes can’t help but travel to the copper sconces illuminating exposed brick walls and over the fish bowl-shaped orbs that hang from the parquet tin ceiling.

A modern structural lighting fixture hangs in the rear of the restaurant like a glittering 1980’s TV antenna. Provocative Japanese prints adorn the walls.

Worcester has never seen anything quite like Deadhorse Hill.

My date and I arrived for dinner at 9:15 on a recent Wednesday evening. Within moments, Forman and Woods breezed by our table to re-introduce themselves and express their appreciation for our visit. I thanked them in advance for what promised to be a “culinary adventure.” Forman’s eyes lit up as

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if to accept the challenge.

I asked our server for a cocktail recommendation and she pointed me in the direction of the Toronto, a harmony of rye whiskey, Fernet and Angostura Bitters. If the wand chooses the wizard with sudden warmth and fireworks, then the cocktail chooses the girl in a crescendo of saffron and cinnamon.

The words of Garrick Ollivander slipped from my mouth, “Bravo! How very curious.”

My companion ordered the Mystic Table Beer, an ultra drinkable saison that arrived in a mason jar – a concept forever ruined by Toby Keith and Wallace Stevens. I’m splitting (horse) hairs here, but proper glassware can elevate a beer’s aroma by enabling head

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retention. I like my saisons in a tulip and my pickles in a jar, thank you very much.

Woods dropped off freshly-baked brioche in a deep bowl, smeared with house-made herb butter. I broke off feathery bits from the slab of bread on my plate, willing myself to save room for what followed. A half dozen oysters arrived next, served “dirty” as is sometimes customary in the south. Each smoothlyshucked half shell held a dollop of sour cream, a splash of hot sauce and a house-made oyster cracker. One by one, the careful contour of each new shell dipped past my lips in a whorl of bright salinity and tart velvet cream.

Forman’s dishes were a blissful matrimony of taste, texture and presentation - his Fluke Crudo serving as a prime example. The crudo lined one half of a small porcelain bowl in an arc of flesh and petals to form a bohemian flower crown fit for the likes of Frida Kahlo or a neo-hippie festival girl. Our server presented a 6-ounce carafe of chilled broth that poured the color of pale straw, emitting soft herbal aromas as it hit the bowl’s base. It pained me to deconstruct Forman’s artistry, but each cooling bite led to another until all that remained was a shallow pool of liquid.

A sumptuous Foie Gras Torchon materialized on our table paired with blueberry sauce so mellow and nectarous I sighed aloud in disbelief when I took a bite.

Next came “Duck in a Blanket,” miniature sausages wrapped in an iteration of New York’s finest everything bagel and served with a punchy whole grain mustard.

Woods returned moments later with a bowl of Tsukemono, or Japanese pickles, pointing out the nukazuke carrots with enchanted pride. Pickles are a fundamental element of Japanese cuisine and nukazuke marks one of the most popular styles. Like a proud father, Forman showed off his nukazuke crock full of pungent rice bran used for fermentation.

Boston Mackerel appeared then, dressed with herb curry, local wheat berries and piercing slivers of fresh onion. Seared Bluefish followed with rich romesco, raw almonds and roasted chickpeas reminiscent of peanuts at a ball game. Both entrees exercised divine depth and balance, effectively showcasing the maturity, creativity and technique of Chef Forman.

In the end, there was a cupcake-sized kouign-amanns, crusty enough to make the judges on “The Great British Bake Off” swoon and a chilled cucumber and rice panna cotta with puffed rice, streusel and lemon basil so refreshing I swear a shiver ran down my spine on the hottest night of the summer.

The total came to $110, though I suspect it should have been much higher. I apologized for being the last to leave the restaurant.

Servers and bartenders waved warmly goodbye, insisting we weren’t an imposition, though I’m certain our presence had hampered their side work. Forman and Woods wished us well as we stepped out onto the street and for a moment, I managed to feel like a member of their exclusive club.

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“This is the dream of community, sustainability, culture and excellence all coming together inside a piece of Worcester history,” said Mariano.

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Jim Perry’ s Hothouse Gardner. 978-669-0122. your lawn chairs! Refreshments are available through Uxbridge First comes into Worcester’s hottest new club. A perfect combination!

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Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards. Free. 6-8 p.m. summers evening out on the deck at “Worcester’s Best Kept Secret” Captain Cat. Worcester based band, pop rock $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Douglas Old Town Common, Common St., Douglas.

Great New Menu, Full Bar, Gorgeous vistas, Spectacular Sunsets and Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or captaincat.bandcamp.com Eric Taylor - Ballroom. If you’re not familiar with Eric Taylor by Open Mic Night/Local Musicians’ Showcase at KBC Brewery Every 3rd Thursday! Open Mic every third Thursday! name, you’ve probably heard his songs performed by people such as me playing Live, acoustic Music from the 50’s to the 80’s. “The Sound Khaos Junkies. The Khaos Junkies are back at the Kasbar on To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic Nanci Griffith and Lyle Lovett. He has created a multitude of fans and Track of your Youth” Grill on the Hill, 1929 Skyline Drive, off Belmont Friday August 5th! Show starts promptly at 9 PM and rocks on till 1 AM! Get there early for some great beverages! No Cover. 9 World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) devotees that are legends themselves in the singer/songwriter realm, Street at Green Hill Park. No Cover, Be There! Free! 5:30-7:30 p.m. p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385 or Grill on the Hill, 1929 Skyline Drive.

508-854-1704 or find on FB. artists who have long considered Taylor to be a lyrical genius and is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to khaosjunkies.com Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat. Let Dr. Nat start your weekend with reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” guitar master whose time is long overdue. He was just nominated Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment jazz, swing, blues, soul, samba, R&B, Broadway, original songs about for an Emmy for musical compositions written for the Storyworks TV in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 Worcester, and other surprises, such as special guest vocalists sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are documentary “Road Kid to Writer: The Tracks of Jim Tully.” In 1977 p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. and instrumentalists.

Dancers welcome!

No cover charge, tips Taylor was a winner of the “New Folk” competition at the Kerrville Folk friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed appreciated. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury magicmikeentertainment.com Festival. “Shameless Love,” his first album, came out in 1981, and recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly DJs. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304-6044. gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio after a hiatus of almost 14 years, he returned with the self-titled “Eric St. 508-753-4030 or natneedle.com Taylor,” released in 1995. His eponymous release was chosen as the Bill McCarthy Every Friday at Barbers Crossing North. Royal Furs. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To Now catch Bill McCarthy playing his heart out every Friday at Barbers 508-459-9035. check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked 1996 Kerrville Folk Festival Album of the Year. Three years later he released “Resurrect,” and it was subsequently named one of the “100 North (Sterling, MA) @6:30pm Visit: BillMcCarthyMusic.com for info. DJ 21+Canal. N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:40 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, as “open” usually is! Free. 6-9 p.m. Kretschmann Brewing Co (KBC essential records of all time” by Buddy magazine. $22 advance; $24 Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

Brewing) - Brewery and Beer Garden, 9 Frederick St., Webster.

Sterling. 978-422-8438. day of show. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Ballroom, 215 P.E. James at the Grill on the Hill! I’ll be performing at the >Saturday 6 Don and Dave Jazz Duo Live at The Fireplace Room.

Great Road, Shirley.

978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Grill on the Hill all summer on Thursday nights! I’ll be playing your Fennario: A Tribute to The Grateful Dead. 21+ with proper 6:30-9:30 p.m. The Fireplace Room, 159 Ballville Road, Bolton. soft acoustic favorites from the 50s, 60s and 70s from about 4:30 to Tony Joe White. Louisiana born Tony Joe White, or The Swamp ID Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

978-779-6911.

Fox as he’ s aptly called, is an American Original; a national musical 7:30 at the Green Hill Golf Course clubhouse off Skyline Drive (pass GD Lounge Friday Jazz Series. World Class Jazz and Dinning 2nd Annual Summer Gospel Fest. Music * Featured Artists * treasure; the real deal - really. White is best known for 1969’s “Polk the Worcester Technical High School and the Armory off Belmont July 15 ZCK Quartet, July 20 Renee Legendre, July 29 Pamela Hines Free Children’s Activities * Food * Vendors * Giveaways * & More “Free” Salad Annie” and for “Rainy Night in Georgia,” which he wrote but Street). Move into the weekend gently and enjoy your scheduled Trio, August 5 RBJQ, August 12 Greg Abate, August 19 Jim Porcella Admission....Open to The Public. *Food & Merchandise On Sale. 1-7 beautiful sunset with a full bar, dinner, and a touch of music tonight! was first made popular by Brook Benton. He also wrote “Steamy Quartet, Sept. 9 Jazzed Up Trio and guest, Sept. 16 Dick Odgren Trio, p.m. Institute Park, Worcester, 100 Salisbury St. 508-981-6823.

Windows” and “Undercover Agent for the Blues” both big hits for Tina 6-8:30 p.m. Grill on the Hill at Green Hill Golf Course, Skyline Drive.

Turner in 1989; those two songs came by way of Turner’s producer at Sept. 23 Toni Ballard and Pam Hines, Set. 30 Mark Shilansky Quartet. Fennario - Grateful Dead Tribute Band. 21 plus doors 6pm/ Jazzed Up Trio featuring Mauro DePasquale. A romantic show 9pm $10 Grateful Dead Tribute! $10. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric A Mauro DePasquale production No Cover. 6:30-9:30 p.m. GD the time, Mark Knopfler, who is a friend of White. Dusty Springfield Blend of cool jazz classics and American Songbook Favorites.

Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629 or find them on Facebook. had a hit with “Willie and Laura Mae Jones” and Elvis Presley brought Lounge Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester MA. Featuring Vocalist / Pianist Mauro DePasquale, with Drummer Ed Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli Live at The Fireplace Russo Brothers Jazz Quintet.

GD Lounge your Jazz “For Ol’ Times Sake” and “I’ve Got a Thing About You Baby” to the Conley, and Acoustic Bass Phil Madison No Cover. 6:30-9:30 p.m. destination at Union Station, Worcester, MA every Friday world class Room. 6-9 p.m. The Fireplace Room, 159 Ballville Road, Bolton. charts. But White has always been a singular performer in his own Basil n Spice, 299 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA. 774-317-9986.

978-779-6911. dinning and jazz. Indoor Connected Garage Parking in rear of the right; the honeyed burr of his baritone, his alternately tough and Open Mic Most Thursdays @ Barbers North. To check Open Mic. Open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a building. Exquisite setting. No Cover. 6:30-9:30 p.m. GD Lounge the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on tender vocal delivery and liberal use of his “whomper stomper” talent! Hosted by Stephen Wright. 6-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. Union Station, Worcester, MA, 2 Washington Square, Worcester MA. wah-wah pedal lend him a completely distinctive sound.

Simply Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your 508-926-8800 or nucafe.com Mike Melendez. 7-10 p.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve put, nobody, but nobody, sounds like Tony Joe White. He’s got the P.E. James at the Grill on the Hill! I’ll be playing at the 508-304-6044. down-home swampy bayou thing down, not because he studied it, it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the 9 to 5 The Musical. $15 Adults; $ 12 Seniors & Students. 8-11 Grill on the Hill on Saturday night! I’ll be playing your soft acoustic email’s “subject box”) Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), but because it’s who he is - it’s in his blood. $40 advance; $45 day favorites from the 50s, 60s and 70s from about 4:30 to 7:30 at p.m. Southgate at Shrewsbury, Southgate Theatre, 30 Julio Drive, of show. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. the Green Hill Golf Course clubhouse off Skyline Drive (pass the Shrewsbury. 508-842-8331 or regattaplayers.com Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Open Mic. Attention Performers’ Amateurs and Experts! Do Worcester Technical High School and the Armory off Belmont Street).

Brian Chaffee.

8 p.m.-1 a.m.

Tavern on Central, 3 Central St., Jon Short.

8 p.m.-1 a.m.

Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, you sing or play an instrument? Are you looking for a crowd that Come enjoy your scheduled beautiful sunset with a full bar, dinner, Ashburnham. 978-827-1272.

Leominster. 978-534-5900. will appreciate your incredible sense of humor? Maybe you have

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some secret talent that you’re ready to share with the world (or at least your local coffee house). Drop in for Open Mic! Full Sandwich Menu Desserts Coffee & Espresso BYOB beer & wine only $0. 7-10 p.m. Cake Shop Cafe, 22A West St., Millbury. 508-865-9866 or cakeshopcafe.com

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Ken Macy. 8-11 p.m. The Mill 185, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston. 774-261-8585.

Sam James Performs at Loft, Thurs at 8. 8-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

Team Trivia w/Jimmy HD. 8-11 p.m. Tavern on Central, 3 Central St., Ashburnham. 978-827-1272.

Audio Wasabi. 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Cold soldier band. Soldiers play the blues as use. No cover.

8:30-10:30 p.m. Dunny’s Tavern, 291 East Main St., East Brookfield.

Thursdaze - Open Mic. 18+ with proper ID Hosted by local artist Rife Styles BYOB for guests over 21! (hard alcohol prohibited) 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Spiritual Haze, 589 Park Ave. 508-799-0629.

Jim Devlin. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place.

508-459-9035.

Karaoke. Karaoke on Sunday starts at 8:00 PM and ends at 12:00 AM. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, karaoke starts at 9:00 PM and ends at 1:00 AM. Karaoke by DJ Nancy C. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

Mark Martin. Punk, Metal, Punk Rock “Plays noise you can smell” High Energy Rock 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-9268877.

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and a touch of music! Free! 6-8:30 p.m. Grill on the Hill at Green Hill Golf Course, Skyline Drive.

Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! At Quaker Tavern, Rt.146 Exit 2 to Rt. 14a, Uxbridge. Playing & singing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s. “The soundtrack of your youth” Great Food, Full Bar, Lottery & me! No Cover. Be There! Free! 7-10 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Uxbridge. 508-779-0901.

Rev. Kerry and the Good Newz Bluez. Awesome Blues, Rock, Funk, Fusion Band! $5 Donation. 7:30-10 p.m. !Cafe con Dios!, Main Room, 22 Faith Ave., Auburn. 508-579-6722.

9 to 5 The Musical. $15 Adults; $ 12 Seniors & Students. 8-11 p.m. Southgate at Shrewsbury, Southgate Theatre, 30 Julio Drive, Shrewsbury. 508-842-8331 or regattaplayers.com Honkey Tonk Hangover. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Tavern on Central, 3 Central St., Ashburnham. 978-827-1272.

Jeff the Drunk’s Karaoke Party. Jeff “The Drunk” Curro of The Howard Stern show’s infamous Whack Pack will be here at the Cove Music hall for a night of Karaoke craziness to sing songs and have some singalongs! If you are a Stern fan this is going to be a wild night that you won’t want to miss! @jeffthedrunk1 on twitter 21+ Doors at 8pm $10 Cover $10 at the door. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook.

Ken Macy. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Happy Jack’s, 785 North Main St., Leominster. 978-466-3433.

Mike Melendez Performs at Loft, Saturday at 8. 8-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

Topher Brew. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057.

Chris Reddy Acoustic Loops from Hell. 8:30-11:30 p.m. The

GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 Central St., Leominster.

Dave Harrington. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580.

Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Best - Live Bands. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314.

FUOG. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster.

978-537-7750.

Squelch. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508793-0900.

Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. magicmikeentertainment.com The Allston Police - Acoustic Duo. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022.

DJs. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304-6044.

DJ 21+Canal. N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:40 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

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Jazz Brunch. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Daniel Dickson, pianist Emerging Musician from Boston University College of Music. Praised for his lush sound and masterful artistry, Daniel Dickson has performed extensively around the world. He has toured through places including Russia, China, South America, and home around the states. Free with admission. Please pick up free ticket at reception desk on day of concert. 1-2 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111.

White Eagles blues jam. Blues jam hosted by George Dellomo,

Canal District Music Series

Leave dinner in the fridge and head down to the Canal District for a hot time this summer.

Enjoy delicious food, great music and good times in the open air splendor of Kelley Square.

Every Wednesday during July and August; 6:30 til dusk.

Dwight Perry and Dave Kenderian each and every Sunday afternoon. musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and Featuring many of the areas finest musicians and their blues and jazz supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording chops. No cover. 3-6 p.m. White Eagle, 4 Harrison St. 508-753-9612. artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/ operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the The Sunshine New England Music & Arts schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” Festival takes place Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 10:30 usually is! Free! 6-9 p.m. Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St. p.m. at Spencer Fairgrounds, 48 Smithville Road, Spencer.

Mikey Lynch hosts the Sunday Jam with feature artist Seven local bands get you rocking and James Montgomery Jim Perry! Mikey Lynch hosts the Sunday Jam with great special tops it all off. Tickets are $20 each. Kids 12 and under are free. guests every week. This week’s feature artist is Jim Perry! 7pm start.

For tickets and more information, visit sunshinenewengland.

No cover. 7-11 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853some, email janetz@nbbproductions.com or call 508-4501350.

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Butch Trucks & the Freight Train Band. Legendary drummer and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, Butch Trucks Concert on the Lawn featuring Sean Fullerton and Tom and the Freight Train Band play all your favorite Allman Brothers jams with that familiar Butch backbeat. Joining him on bass is none other Gilmartin. Concert on the Lawn The Crossroads Committee is than Berry Duane Oakley Jr., son of late Allman Brothers bass player, pleased to continue our Coffeehouse series on Sunday, August 7th Berry Oakley. Also in the band is Vaylor Trucks, Bruce Katz, Damon at 4 pm. We are welcoming Sean Fullerton and Tom Gilmartin. The Fowler, Heather Gillis and Tad Isch. Butch and “Jaimoe” Johanson Acoustic duo will be performing Classic Rock and Blues covers. The concert will be on the front lawn of the church (weather permitting). pioneered the famous Allman Brothers’ two drummer sound which was the solid rock rhythmic drive that became the foundation for all Grilled items and refreshments will be sold. Music. 4-6 p.m. First of the Allman Brothers material. Dickey Betts once said of Trucks’ Congregational Church of Stoughton, 76 Pierce St., Stoughton.

Big Jon Short. 5-8 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439. role in the band, “...When Butch came along, he had that freight train, meat-and-potatoes kind of thing that set Jaimoe up perfectly. He had Chris Houston - Acoustic Rock. 5-8 p.m. Padavano’s Place, the power thing that we needed.” $35 advance; $40 day of show.

358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022.

Neon Alley. 6-10 p.m. Frank’s, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-420-2253. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Open Mic Sundays @ Plaza Azteca! To check the schedules Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Karaoke. Karaoke on Sunday starts at 8:00 PM and ends at 12:00 and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook AM. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, karaoke starts at 9:00 PM Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host and ends at 1:00 AM. Karaoke by DJ Nancy C. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385. it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in Allston Police. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange the email’s “subject box” so I know you’re not selling Viagra or Place. 508-459-9035. something!) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different

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Nashville country recording artist; Indian Ranch headliner

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August 17: Matthew Sanchez Classic, big band, Latin salsa; caliente y sabroso August 24: We and Mrs. Jones Hot, local soul sensations

Wednesday evenings, from 6:30 p.m. until dusk.

Admission is free. Concert goers are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs. An array of food trucks will line the site, offering a diverse array of culinary delights.

Parking is available both on-site and throughout the

district; and the public is encouraged to linger after dark and patronize the many bars and restaurants that characterize Worcester’s fastest growing entertainment district. In case of inclement weather, the music will move indoors to the White Room of the adjacent Crompton Building.

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August 12, 13, 19, 20 at 8pm August 21 at 2pm (sold out)

Purchase tickets online or by phone: www.mwcc.edu/tam 978.630.9388

Due to ongoing construction at Theatre at the Mount all performances of Hairspray will be held at Oakmont Regional High School in Ashburnham, MA

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Jumpin’ Juba: Blues, Roots-rock at Tyngsborough Library. Free outdoor concert. rescheduled from July 18. Jumpin’ Juba mixes blues and roots-y rock styles from Memphis, Chicago, and New Orleans. Great piano and guitar! Originals and covers. More at stevehurl.com and reverbnation.com/jumpinjuba free. 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tyngsborough Library, 25 Bryants Lane, Tyngsboro. 978-6497361 or stevehurl.com Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 7-10 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Karaoke. Karaoke on Sunday starts at 8:00 PM and ends at 12:00 AM. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, karaoke starts at 9:00 PM and ends at 1:00 AM. Karaoke by DJ Nancy C. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

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Chillin Tuesday & Wild Wednesday. At Beatniks it’s all about you! Tuesdays tend to be more chill, Wednesday’s more wild, but you never know what will be going on. Indoor Cornhole boards, Darts, Board games, Cards, Jukebox wars and more. Thursdays thru Sundays are about music of all kinds, but no matter what we have going on its always a great vibe! Come on down anytime and make our place your place. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Tuesday Open Mic Night @ Greendale’s Pub with Bill McCarthy Local Musicians Showcase! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) To check the schedules and open slots visit

Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or find them on Facebook.

Boogie Chillin’. Bluesy, bluegrassy, acoustic band with a twist.

Jon Bonner - Guitar & Vocals Fernando Perez - Percussion Zack Slik - Mandolin & Vocals Dan Villani - Violin/fiddle Rose Villani - Bass Free! 9 p.m.-midnight Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439 or find them on Facebook.

Karaoke Karaoke on Sunday starts at 8:00 PM and ends at 12:00 AM. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, karaoke starts at 9:00 PM and ends at 1:00 AM. Karaoke by DJ Nancy C. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

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Worcester Organ Concert Featuring Brett Maguire.

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August 27-28 10am-5pm

FEATURING: Specialty Foods • Farm to Table Items Farmers’ Market • Fresh Produce Food Sampling • Agricultural Displays Live Animals • Cooking Demos Celebrate Locally Grown and Produced Foods Educational Demos • Craft Beers • & More!

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World Champion “Punkin Chunkin” Team

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Friday, August 26th

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TOWN MEETING

ACTIVITIES: SkyRide • Family Entertainment • Local Crafts

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Oberlin Conservatory, where he was awarded the Earl Russell Prize in Early Music. Brett has played with the Boston Pops under John Williams, with the Boston Symphony Orchestra under Hans Graf, and with the Tanglewood Summer Festival Orchestra under Bernard Haitink. He has been a featured artist in the BOSE in-house speaker demonstration. Brett is presently Assistant Director of the Worcester Chorus and he is Director of Music at Wesley United Methodist Church in Worcester. Free. Noon-1 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org Jumpin’ Juba at Wailin’ Wednesdays. Free outdoor concert.

Jumpin’ Juba mixes blues and roots-y rock styles from Memphis, Chicago, and New Orleans. Great piano and guitar! Originals and covers. More at stevehurl.com and reverbnation.com/jumpinjuba Free. 5:30-7 p.m. The Town Green at the Wayland Town Center, 25 Andrew Ave., Wayland.

Mychael David. Mychael David comes to Kelley Square Wednesday evening as part of the 2016 Canal District Music Series.

David is an established regional country music star who has recorded in Nashville and headlined at Indian Ranch. This free event takes place right on Kelley Square; and in case of bad weather it will move indoors into the White Room of the adjacent Crompton Building.

Parking is abundant, and a diverse array of food trucks will be on site. Bring your lawn chairs. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Harding Street at Kelley Square, Harding St. at Kelley Square. 508-868-4274 or canaldistrictmusicseries.com Chillin Tuesday & Wild Wednesday. At Beatniks it’s all about you! …Tuesdays tend to be more chill, Wednesday’s more wild, but you never know what will be going on. Indoor Cornhole boards, Darts, Board games, Cards, Jukebox wars and more. Thursdays thru Sundays are about music of all kinds, but no matter what we have going on its always a great vibe! Come on down anytime and make our place your place. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Landmarks Lollapalooza. Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents: Landmarks Lollapalooza August 10 at 7:00pm (rain date: Thursday, August 11 at 7:00pm*) An open-air festival of sundry styles and celebrated classics. Musical treats from Gershwin to Adams to Grieg accompany the great Fifth Symphony of Tchaikovsky.

All-Stars from East Boston’s ZUMIX unveil their new pop-inspired creation. The night comes to a fitting close in collaboration with the one-and-only HONK! Festival of Activist Street Bands. Jayne West, soprano In partnership with ZUMIX, Longy Summer Music Academy, and members of the HONK! Festival John Adams - Lollapalooza Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Symphony No. 5 George Gershwin - Strike Up the Band Overture “Gonzalo Grau - Elements (world premiere) Edvard Grieg - Peer Gynt (excerpts) *If it is raining on the 10th, the concert will be postponed to the 11th at the Hatch Shell. If it is also raining on the 11th, the concert will be moved to Emmanuel Church (15 Newbury Street, Boston 02116) on the 11th. Free. 7-9 p.m. DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, 10 Storrow Dr, Boston. 617-626-4970 or landmarksorchestra.org Greater Worcester Opera Summer Concert SeriesOpera Gala. Join Greater Worcester Opera on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 PM (65 Briarwood Circle) for great music, performed by wonderful singers, in air-conditioned comfort, narrated by Rick Kimball and accompanied by Olga Rogach. July 20- Broadway Melodies July 27- The Great American Songbook August 3- Gilbert and Sullivan and More! August 10- Opera Gala $10 (at the door).

7:30-9:30 p.m. Briarwood Community Center, Birches Auditorium, Briarwood Circle. 508-930-7062 or greaterworcesteropera.org Wednesday Night Open Mic/Local Musicians’ Showcase w/ Bill McCarthy @ Guiseppe’s. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 7:30-10:30

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21 Prichard St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Tiffanie Turner, Tuesday - Sunday.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, Free to Members & Children under. 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Worcester Art Museum, Blood and Honey, Through Nov. 6; Jeppson Idea Lab: The Art of Combat, Through Sept. 4; Meow: A Cat-Inspired Exhibition, Through Sept. 4; Nude Drawing in the 978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508Galleries, Thursdays, Aug. 4 - Aug. 25; The Last Judgment Tapestry, Fitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed 393-4405 or find them on Facebook.

Through Sept. 18; Arms and Armor: Knight’s Tale, Saturday; Art + Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, Dezi Garcia. 8-11 p.m. Frank’s 274 Shrewsbury St. Worcester.

Market at Worcester Art Museum, Saturdays, Aug. 6 - Sept. 24; Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.org Team Trivia w/Jimmy HD. 8-11 p.m. Blueprint New American Tour of the Month: The Last Judgment Tapestry and other Museum Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m.

Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. treasures, Saturday; Zip Tour: Winslow Homer: The Gale, Saturday; Ashley Jordan Performs at Loft, Weds at 9. 9-11:59 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, closed Arms and Armor: Onna-Bugeisha: Women of the Samurai, Sunday; Thursday - Saturday. 50 Grove St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

Conservation-Based Tours of “The Last Judgment” Tapestry of 1505, fitchburghistory.fsc.edu Karaoke Under The Stars with DJ Matt R. Come join us Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456- Wednesday; Stroller Tours, Wednesdays, through Aug. 31. Hours: 11 outside, weather permitting, for a night of singing and raucousness a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

3924 or fruitlands.org under the stars! If it rains, don’t worry! We just have it inside! Free!

Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 508-753-9543.

5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays Mike Melendez. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or Place. 508-459-9035. worcesterart.org Open Mic - hosted by Amanda Cote. All genres and acoustic or galleryofafricanart.org Worcester Center for Crafts, Exhibition: A Mother Daughter instruments welcome. 21+ or with guardian. Sign-up begins at 8:30 Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Free. 9-11:30 p.m. Legends, Airport Road - Fitchburg Ma, Fitchburg. Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Hours: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Journey, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 414 Massasoit through Sept. 10; Exhibition: A Mother Daughter Journey Artist 978-895-5883.

Reception, Thursday. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Road. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or Museum of Russian Icons, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, worcestercraftcenter.org 11-3 a.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3 Worcester Historical Museum, Hours: closed Sunday ArtsWorcester, “The Pace of Nature” Paintings by Allison Coelho a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-753Picone, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Jan. 25. (59 +), $7; Students, $5; Children 3-17, $5; Children <3, Free.

8278 or worcesterhistory.org Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5000x17 or Worcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free. 660 Main museumofrussianicons.org a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.org Old Sturbridge Village, Make No Little Plans, Through Oct. 31. a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-799Asa Waters Mansion, Admission: $3 for guided tour $7-10 for Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 free. 1 Old tea. 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-0855 or asawaters.org Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 1655 or worcpublib.org Booklovers’ Gourmet, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or osv.org Monday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Park Hill Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or er3.com Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 387 Park Ave. 774-696-0909.

Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m.

Post Road Art Center, Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-793- 485-2580 or postroadartcenter.com - Fridays, Saturdays, Saturday, September 18 - Monday, December 7113 or clarku.edu Preservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 31. Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 257 Park Ave Worcester MA Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for gallery. 310 High St., or preservationworcester.org Clubs Showtimes: Friday 9pm-Saturdays 8pm -$20pp Reservations Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.com Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities, Recommended at 800-401-2221 Prices: $20 Fri/Sat pp except College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art the Arts Center, Hours: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, Special Events Drinks and Appetizers available in the show room Full Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 2-4 p.m. Saturday. 111 Main St., Southbridge. 508-346-3341 or Dinner Available before Show in Restaurant $5off with College ID and 2-5 p.m. Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or holycross.edu qvcah.org Reservations 2 for 1 Active Military or Veterans and Reservations $4 Danforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday off with Dinner Receipt and Reservations. Fri & Sat Aug 5th & 6th Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free. Frank Santorelli and Friends Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com Grill & Spirits Great Food and Fun Make Reservations Early at 800or danforthmuseum.org Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 401-2221 or online at beantowncomedy.com EcoTarium, Bubbles!, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-753- The Hanover Theatre’s Youth Summer Program Fridays, Saturdays, through Oct. 2; KLUTZ® Amazingly Immature, 8278 or worcesterhistory.org presents Shrek The Musical - Friday, July 29 - Saturday, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow August 20. Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation through Sept. 11; Nature Explore: LIVE!, Thursdays, Aug. 4 - Aug. St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairytale adventure 18; Play on the Plaza, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sprinkler Factory, TalkingTrash / TimeTraveling: Susan Black & featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Fridays, Saturdays, through Oct. 2; Tree Canopy Walkway, Sundays, Donalyn Schofield - Opening Reception, Saturday. Admission: Free.

Millie, Caroline or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David LindsayTuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Aug. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com Abaire. Shreck brings all the beloved characters you know from the 14; Wacky Wednesdays, Wednesdays, through Aug. 31. Hours: noon- Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, the ears. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek” Admission: $15.00 adults; $10 for children ages 2-18, college 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a students with ID & senior citizens. Children under 2 & EcoTarium Boylston St. 508-853-5083 or TaprootBookstore.com life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Tatnuck Bookseller & Cafe, Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short tempered bad guy, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special event. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairytale misfits and 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.org Saturday. 18 Lyman St., Westborough. 508-366-4959 or tatnuck.com you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s Fisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham. Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The second annual Summer Gospel Fest will be held Saturday, Aug. 6, 1-7 p.m., at Institute Park, 100 Salisbury St., Worcester. Enjoy music, food, vendors, kids activities and more. Best of all, it’s free! For more information, visit info@ spirituallyfabulous.com or call 508-981-6823.

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one on hand...and his name is Shrek. $15. 1-3 p.m., 1 p.m.-3 p.m., 7 p.m.-9 p.m., 7 p.m.-9 p.m., 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. Call 508-471-1791 or visit thehanovertheatre.org Fiddler on the Roof - Gateway Players Theatre presents “Fiddler on the Roof”, by Jerome Robbins, Harold Prince, songwriters Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, and bookwriter Joseph Stein. Show dates are August 5th at 7:30pm, August 6th at 7:30pm, and August 7th at 2pm. Performances will be at the Southbridge Middle/High School, 132 Torrey Road in Southbridge. Tickets are $15 for Adults, and $13 for Youth 17 years of age and younger. For ticket reservations, please call the Gateway Barn at 508-764-4531. Online tickets are available at brownpapertickets.com Patricia Haddock is directing, with Bill Guy as producer. Presented by permission through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. For more information, call (508)-764-4531. Synopsis: Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon. Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor dairyman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler On The Check out the 77th Experience Gardner Festival & Sidewalk Sale Friday, Aug. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In Downtown Gardner. It’s free to the public. See the downtown transform into a family-oriented street fair, with exhibits, demonstrations, kids’ parades, performing artists and much more. For more information, visit constantcontact.com, email gardnersquare2@yahoo.com or call 978-632-5000.

The action occurs in an Italian restaurant owned by a successful mobster and managed by his beautiful unmarried daughter. When the daughter’s former college professor arrives to ask for financial backing for a play he’s written about a murder, the fun begins. The three main Mafiosi are intrigued with the idea of producing a play.

The daughter becomes enamored of the playwright, who is delighted to have the family’s support. His bubble is burst when he discovers, through the “accidental” death by train of a lesser thug, that his backers are gangsters. In this madcap situation, murder and menace are served up with plenty of pasta and laughter. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Gateway Players Theatre Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. Call 508-764-4531 or visit Facebook.

Auditions for “Breaking Legs” - Tuesday, August 9. Next up at Gateway Players Theatre! Breaking Legs by Tom Dulack Performance Dates: October 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 Audition dates: August 8th & 9th at 6:30 at the Gateway Barn Rehearsals will be on Monday and Thursday nights. Cast includes 5 Males and 1 Female Auditions will include cold readings from the script. Directed by Mike Dupuis Produced by Lou-Ellen Corkum Presented by permission through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. The Story: The action occurs in an Italian restaurant owned by a successful mobster and managed by his beautiful unmarried daughter. When the daughter’s former college professor arrives to ask for financial backing for a play he’s written about a murder, the fun begins. The three main Mafiosi are intrigued with the idea of producing a play.

The daughter becomes enamored of the playwright, who is delighted to have the family’s support. His bubble is burst when he discovers, through the “accidental” death by train of a lesser thug, that his backers are gangsters. In this madcap situation, murder and menace are served up with plenty of pasta and laughter. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Gateway Players Theatre Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. Call 508-764-4531 or visit Facebook.

Spencer Fairgrounds, 48 Smithville Road, Spencer. 508-450-7001 or sunshinenewengland.com 2nd Annual Summer Gospel Fest. Music * Featured Artists * Free Children’s Activities * Food * Vendors * Giveaways * & More “Free” Admission....Open to The Public. *Food & Merchandise On Sale. 1-7 p.m. Institute Park, Worcester, 100 Salisbury St. 508-981-6823.

Belmont SplashFest 2016. Free water slide and festival games, play areas, crafts, activities, and refreshments! Free. 1-5 p.m. The Journey Community Church, 25 Belmont St. 508-925-0390.

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Have you ever noticed the cracks in our Greek pottery? How were they put back together? Why do they have blank spaces? Learn all about how our Greek pots were made and restored. Then, try your hand at assembling a pot! (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Greek Exhibit, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Redcoats & Rebels. See the largest military re-enactment in New England with nearly 1,000 soldiers portraying British, Irish, Spanish, Scottish, French and Colonial troops. The Village is transformed into a military camp from the time of the War for Independence, as it was known in early New England. Come see what it was really like for those who fought to win America’s freedom. Watch mock battles and skirmishes, tour the British and American camps, listen to martial music, learn about the daily life of a Revolutionary War solider, see a cannon demonstration, visit the battlefield hospital, and so much more. On Saturday, you can stay for special extended hours. The Village grounds (excluding historic buildings) will be open until 8:00 p.m. and visitors can mingle with troops in their camps from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. There is no additional charge for the evening program. (The Village will close at its normal time, 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.) $28 Adults, $26 Seniors (55+), $14 Youths (3-17), Children 2 & Under Free. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge.

800-733-1830 or osv.org

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>Monday 8 – Friday 19

Outdoor Market Days at the Green Room. Free Admission.

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Green Room Billard Club, 535 Quaker Highway, Uxbridge. 401-663-3663 or neartistscraftersv.wix.com

Art Carts: Family Fun - Arms and Armor. Knightly armor is nice and shiny, but how does it feel? How heavy is the armor?

Is it comfortable? How and why did they decorate it? Discover the answers to these questions and more with our hands-on armor activity! (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Knights! Exhibition, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

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Art Carts: Family Fun - Eastern and Western Tea. England and Japan are both known for their tea service: England for the beautifully formal tea parties, and Japan for the elaborately choreographed cha-no-yu ceremony. Discover the differences (and similarities!) between these ways of making and serving tea while getting a hands-on look at both tea sets. (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Asian Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Summer on the Farm - Kids Camp. Summer on the Farm is our camp for kids to explore, grow, and learn! Children entering 2nd8th grades (ages 7-13) spend the entire week at CHP. Experienced Roof’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, educators visit the farm daily to lead activities. Besides the great nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, experience of daily harvesting, the children learn about the habitats joy and sadness. $15 for Adults, $13 for Seniors and Children 17 and >Friday 5 surrounding the farm, the best ways to plant and tend to their own >Thursday 4 under. 7:30-10 p.m. Southbridge Middle/High School, 132 Torrey vegetables, food groups, cook basic recipes, get creative with art 77th Experience Gardner Festival & Sidewalk Sale.

Art Carts: Family Fun - Antioch, the Hunt Mosaic & Road, Southbridge. Call 508-764-4531 or visit gatewayplayers.org projects and are plenty active. 100% of campers learned something The annual Experience Gardner Festival & Sidewalk Sale is one of WAM. Ever wonder how our wonderful collection of mosaics got The Hanover Theatre’s Youth Summer Program presents Gardner’s biggest events. For two days, Friday, August 5, 9-5 and new, tried a new food, and did and activity or cooked a recipe that here? How they were made? Where they came from? Where is Shrek The Musical, Jr. - Saturday, August 6. Beauty is in the they also wanted to do at home! 2016 Sessions: August 8-12 Saturday, August 6, 9-4, the whole downtown area is converted Antioch? Learn about all this and try your hand at making a mosaic! Session 1: 8:30-3pm* for students entering grades 2-3 in Fall 2016, eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical, Jr., based on the Oscar-winning to a family-oriented street fair featuring community exhibits and (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 11 DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a $210 per child per week Session 2: 8:30-3pm* for students entering demonstrations, performing artists, children’s parades, Kids’ Zone “big, bright, beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre Shrek leads a grades 4-6 in Fall 2016, $210 per child per week August 15-19 with several bouncy houses, and more. Local retail shops, businesses, a.m.-noon Worcester Art Museum, Renaissance Court, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406. cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find Session 3: 8:30-3pm* for students entering grades 4-6 in Fall 2016, organizations, and outside vendors feature their merchandise out Art Carts: Family Fun - Fun and Games. Discover the past $210 per child per week Session 4: 8:30-3pm* for students entering true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairytale, Shrek The on the streets. Free to Public | Vendor Fees for Booth Space. 9 a.m. by playing games! Learn to play chess medieval style, checkers with grades 6-8 in Fall 2016, $210 per child per week Age appropriate Musical, Jr. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for to 5 p.m. Downtown Gardner, Gardner. 978-632-5000 or events. no kings, plus classic games such as Nine Men’s Morris and Mancala! lessons will be covered in both sections: 6th Graders may choose the whole family. Once upon a time, in a faraway swamp, there lived constantcontact.com (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 1-2 to be in either Session 3 or Session 4 if they would like to be with an ogre named Shrek. One day Shrek finds his swamp invaded by p.m., 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Renaissance Court an older or younger sibling or friend. For more information please banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a >Saturday 6 Balcony, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406. tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking St Patrick’s Parade Chicken BBQ. Worcester County St email tori@community-harvest.org. $210/child/week. 8:30-3 a.m. donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task. If he rescues feisty Community Harvest Project, 37 Wheeler Road, North Grafton. 508Patrick’s Parade Committee invite you to join us for a afternoon of Princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s 839-7402 or community-harvest.org food, music and fun Chicken BBQ Saturday August6th 3-7pm Dinner >Friday 5 Art Carts: Family Fun - Arms and Armor. Knightly armor love and vanquish Lord Farquaad but a fairytale wouldn’t be complete from 4-5pm Knights of Columbus, Alhambra Columbus 44 Circuit without a few twists and turns along the way. This is a shortened 70 Avenue N Worcester Mass tickets are $25.00 per person All proceeds is nice and shiny, but how does it feel? How heavy is the armor?

Is it comfortable? How and why did they decorate it? Discover the minute version of the full musical. $10. 6:30-7:40 p.m. Hanover Theatre to benefit the Worcester County St Patrick’s Parade $25. Online answers to these questions and more with our hands-on armor for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. Call 508-471-1791 or visit events@stpatsparade.com thehanovertheatre.org Free MakerFaire at The TEC School. Meet our educators and activity! (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum 9 to 5 the Musical - Sundays, Sunday, August 7 - Sunday, Build contraptions Navigate The Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course Join in admission. 11 a.m.-noon Worcester Art Museum, Knights! Exhibition, Aug. 4 @ Torrington Titans, 7 p.m., Fuessenich Park, August 14. $15 Adults; $ 12 Seniors & Students. 2-5 p.m. Southgate African Drumming (11:30am-12:30pm) Create in the Artist’s Corner 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Torrington, Connecticut Art Carts: Family Fun - The Roman Empire. Did you know Aug. 5 vs. Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, 7:05 p.m., Hanover at Shrewsbury, Southgate Theatre, 30 Julio Drive, Shrewsbury. Call Bring your friends for this fun event! Free. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trinity that our Roman collection includes art from five different countries, 508-842-8331 or visit regattaplayers.com Insurance Park at Fitton Field, Holy Cross, Worcester Evangelical Lutheran Church, 73 Lancaster St. 508-577-3045. spread across ten centuries? Why are there so many heads without Auditions for “Breaking Legs” - Monday, August 8. Next up at Sunshine New England Music & Arts Festival. James Aug. 6 @ Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, 7 p.m., The Shark bodies? And how can you recognize an emperor or god from just his Tank, Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, Martha’s Vineyard Gateway Players Theatre! Breaking Legs by Tom Dulack Performance Montgomery tops off an all-star lineup with 7 amazing and talented face (or feet)? Learn about Europe’s first great empire, and use one Dates: October 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 Audition dates: August 8th local bands! Comedian Raf Cardenas will be our emcee for the of our maps to discover where our objects came from. (Programming & 9th at 6:30 at the Gateway Barn Rehearsals will be on Monday event. Beer, wine, food trucks, artists, crafters, kids activities, dog subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 1-2 p.m. Worcester and Thursday nights. Cast includes 5 Males and 1 Female Auditions friendly. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Tri-Town Art Museum, Renaissance Court by Roman Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. will include cold readings from the script. Directed by Mike Dupuis Domestic Violence Task Force. This is a 1-day event, rain or shine 508-799-4406.

Produced by Lou-Ellen Corkum Presented by permission through - the show will go on! Go to sunshinenewengland.com to buy your Art Carts: Family Fun - The Archaeology of Pottery. special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. The Story: tickets now! $20 kids 12 and under are free. 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

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Ambitious Electrician Established 1989, fully insured.

Master license #A14758.

David Sachs 508-254-6305

BBC EXCAVATING Site work for new homes/additions.

Septic system installation repair.

Driveway maintenance/repair.

Drainage/grading. Sewer/water connections. Stump removal.

15 Years in Business.

NO JOB TOO LARGE OR SMALL. Brian Cheney 978-464-2345

Complete Sitework Septic Systems, Driveways, Drainage, Grading, Etc. ALSO, Small Excavator with blade/ thumb & Operator for rent $85/hr. plus delivery. 4 hr. min.

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DECORATING

Color Consulting & Decorating Interior, exterior paint colors, designing window treatments & furniture layouts.

Melissa Ruttle (978)464-5640 mmrruttle@gmail.com www.colorsconsulting.com

Kurt Smollin, Electrician All your electrical needs.

Additions, pools, spas, service upgrades.

30 yrs exp. Quality work.

Masters Lic. 20050A Insured.

Call (508)829-5134

Eliot Starbard Excavation 32 Years of Happy Customers and Attention to Detail.

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BATHTUB REFINISHING

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“Restaurant Battle!”--three dishes try to outdo each other.

by Matt Jones

Across 1 Cato’s 350 5 Stadiumgoer’s wrap 10 Have braking problems 14 Sunburn remedy 15 Wooded shelter 16 “... ___ I’ve been told” 17 Buckwheat noodles 18 Meaty entree that beats 38-Across in reviews?

20 Parts of some car deals 22 Breakfast corner 23 “I get the joke and it’s funny but I have no time to write all this” 24 Baton Rouge coll.

25 8 1/2” x 11” size, for short 26 “Told you so!”

29 Piece thrown into the regular package 31 Threw off 33 Male deer 34 “George of the Jungle” creature 36 Singly 38 Leafy entree that beats 59-Across in reviews?

41 Computer user’s customizable accessory 42 Winger of Winger 43 “I’m in” indicator 44 Perlman of “Matilda” 46 “Wheel of Fortune” category 50 Show with a short-lived “Cyber” spinoff 51 Fresh, in Frankfurt 52 Contend (for) 54 Baby goat sound 55 Psychoanalytic subjects 57 Energy-producing row of turbines 59 Beefy stir-fry entree that beats 18-Across in reviews?

62 Duncan of Obama’s cabinet 63 “___ Crazy” (Wilder/Pryor movie) 64 Speak eloquently 65 Astrophysicist deGrasse Tyson 66 Tabloid pair, maybe 67 Fathered, as a foal 68 Don’t budge Down

1 Rook’s representation 2 Big name in bleach 3 Former Chevrolet model named

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41 Self-described self-defense after an element expert on “It’s Always Sunny 4 Guide on the dance floor in Philadelphia” 5 Agra garments 45 Play an ace?

6 Saturn’s Greek counterpart 47 Inn, in Istanbul 7 “Here Come the ___” (They 48 Aslan’s land Might Be Giants kids’ album) 49 In a plucky manner 8 Soldier in 1950s news 51 “... ___ gloom of night” 9 Where hotel guests check in 53 Covered in body art 10 Spotlighted section 11 Indonesian volcano that erupted 56 Disinfectant’s target 57 “What Not to ___” in 1883 58 Aficionados 12 End of a belief?

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Last week's solution 27 Horse height measure 28 “In this day and ___ ...”

30 Pay boost 32 Rowdy crowd 33 Supernatural being inhabiting the air 35 They’re downed to keep you up 37 Like some fishhooks 38 George, George, and George, to George Foreman 39 Adorable one, quaintly (and why does this always invoke sugary foods?)

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PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ... We are not liable for misinformation due to ad being illegible: Have you advertised in the Central Mass Classifieds before? Please check one. ___Yes ___No Name ________________________________________________Phone___________________________ Address ___________________________________________ Town _________________Zip _________ Email Address (optional) _________________________________________________________________ Ad Text: (approx 28 characters per line includes letters, spaces, numbers, punctuation) _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________

PLEASE READ SUBMISSION RULES: Maximum 4 lines (approx. 28 characters per line). We reserve the right to edit if ads come in that are too long. NO phone orders accepted. See ways to submit above. Merchandise Ads Only- NO autos, snowmobiles, RV’s, trailers, boats, ATV’s, etc. We have a special rate for these ads ($20 till it sells). NO business Ads accepted for this section. If we suspect the ads are being sent in by a business, we reserve the right to refuse. Limit 1 ad per name/address/ phone number every 2 weeks. Free Ads will run for 2 weeks. If you choose to run your ad until it sells for $20, no refund will be given if it sells within the first two weeks.

Limit 1 item per ad (group of items OK if one price for all and under $2016). Price must be listed in ad. NO Cemetery Plots.

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FLOOR COVERING

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C&S

Carpet Mills CARPET & LINOLEUM 30 Sq. Yds. $585 Installed with Pad Berber, Plush or Commercial Free Metal Included Call Tom

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LAWN CARE

MASONRY

MOVERS SAMPLE

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Repaired & Replaced

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SEALCOATING

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Foundation Repairs Brick • Block • Stone Basement Waterproofing

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ASK about double blocks (size 3.75” x 1.75”) and COMBO pricing into our other zone and reach 40,600 households in 26 towns in Central Mass each week. FREE line ad included with each block purchased. Book for 52 weeks and receive a Spotlight Business of the Week! Ask for details!

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HEATING & PLUMBING

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SIDING

C & S Carpet Mills Carpet & Linoleum 30 Sq. Yds. $589 Installed with Pad. Free Metal Incl’d.

Berber, Plush or Commercial.

Call Tom: 800-861-5445 or 508-886-2624

SCOTT BOSTEK PLUMBING & HEATING Small Jobs Is What We Do Residential Repair Specialist Water Heaters-DisposalsFrozen Pipes-Remodels & AdditionsDrain Cleaning-Faucets Ins. MPL 11955 Free Estimates 25 yrs Exp. Reliable 774-696-6078

Wachusett Painting Co. Let our skilled painters complete your painting needs.

Exteriors & Interiors Competitive prices.

Call or email today for an appointment for your free estimate.

508-479-6760 Email: wachupainting@gmail.com Credit Cards Accepted

Sneade Brothers VINYL SIDING & REPLACEMENT WINDOWS Fully licensed & Insured Richard Sneade 508-839-1164 www.sneadebrothers windowandsiding.com

Creative Floors, Inc. Ceramic-Carpet-Vinyl Marble- Granite- Laminate Wallpaper Pre-finished Hardwood Sales-Design- Installation Residential & Commercial Free Estimates. Carpet Binding Financing Available Come visit our showroom!

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FURNITURE RESTORATION Paul G. Hanson Furniture Repair.

Major/Minor Repairs.

Chair regluing. Touch ups.

Pick-up & delivery.

Call Paul (978)464-5800 GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Simpson Construction

Additions • Dormers Replacement Windows Home Repairs • Decks Interior Finish Trim Mark Simpson

508-523-6704 CS #063441 HIC #124474 GLASS Central Glass Co. A Complete Line of Glass.

Automotive-Residential.

Window Glass Repairs, Screen Repairs/Pet Screens, Tub & Shower Glass Enclosures, Table Tops, Mirrors & More.

Family Owned Over 50 Years.

127 Mechanic St. Leominster 978-537-3962 M-F 8-4

PLUMBING HOME IMPROVEMENT JOSH SHEA PLUMBING C&R Remodeling Additions & all home improvements, 25 yrs exp.

New & historic David 508-829-4581 HOME REPAIR/ RESTORATION Need it Fixed?

General Home & Small Business Repairs Light Construction No Job Too Small Call Bob at 978-422-8632 or 978-790-8727 CELL email: fixit@callbobhill.com www.callbobhill.com MASONRY Cornerstone Masonry Master Stone Masons Brick & Block Stone Walls, Walkways, Patios, Fireplaces.

We do repairs.

978-580-4260 Major credit cards accepted 30 Years Experience Donald F. Mercurio BULKHEADS Repaired & Replaced Foundation Repairs Brick*Block*Stone Basement Waterproofing 508-835-4729/West Boylston Owner Operator Insured 508-835-4729 PAINT/WALLPAPER Interior Painting Only $149 Average 12x16 room. Prompt service. Reliable. Refs. Dutch Touch Painting 508-867-2550

LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE

TREE SERVICES Ross A. McGinnes Tree work, Stump removal, pruning & removals.

Free estimates.

Call 508-365-9602

LAWN & GARDEN Specializing in plumbing service and repairs.

18+ years of experience.

Licensed & Insured Master Plumber #13680 10% Senior Discount joshsheaplumbing.com 508-868-5730 ROOFING ROOFING SPECIALIST John Hickey Const.

Free estimates, call for the best roof at the best price.

Fully insured. MA Reg#103286 Shingle or rubber, seamless gutters. 1-800-435-5129 or 978-537-1641 Commercial and Residential jhickey6019@yahoo.com

LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE A&R Landscaping 508-8689246 Tree/Hedge Pruning, Mulch, Mowing, Design, Maintenance, Masonry & More!

Free Estimates 508-868-9246

HELP WANTED School Van Drivers Wanted:

Burnham Maintenance Clean-ups.

Lawn Maintenance.

Shrub Pruning. Bark Mulch, Screened Loam & Compost.

Patios & Walkways.

Fertilization Programs.

Deliveries Available.

Please call 508-829-3809 or 508-400-4263 MULCH & LOAM *Composted Loam* 3/8 screened, $22/yd del’d, 10 yd min; 3/4 screened, $20/yd del’d 15 yd min.

No additives, fillers or byproducts.

Local delivery only.

Call Eliot Starbard 508-882-0140

EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED 7D VAN DRIVERS NEEDED Hours are early-AM & mid-PM, split shift. Pay scale is $11$16/HR. Call Clinton Livery at (978) 368-0875 or stop into our office at 637 High St. Clinton.

Now hiring van drivers throughout Massachusetts. No exp. needed, will train. Starting at $13/hr. Keep the van at home. Additional bonuses may apply to include 7D license bonus. M-F day time split shifts. Call for an application after 9 AM 978-355-2121. EEO SCHOOL CUSTODIAN – TEMPORARY part time The Millbury Public Schools has a temporary opening for a part time night custodian at Elmwood Street School. The position is for 19 ½ hours per week. Start date is immediately. No benefits. Applications can be filled out at the Office of the Superintendent (Admin. Bldg, rear of High School), 12 Martin St., Millbury, MA 01527, 508-8659501. Millbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HELP WANTED LOCAL

SEALCOATING minutemensealcoating.com

Contact us for your asphalt repair, sealcoating, and line striping needs 508-340-0138 B & F Sealcoating Hot Crack Sealing Free Residential Estimates 13 Years Exp. Fully Ins. Quality Work Reasonable Price Bob Fahlbeck 508-839-3942

Expert Staffing in partnership with Boutwell, Owens & Co., Inc. Has several openings for 12 hours shifts- Days & Nights Packers, Gluer Operator, Digital Press Operator, Press Helpers, Utility Persons, Sheeter Operators & Die Cut Operators.

A Recruiter will be onsite at Boutwell, Owens & Co. Thursday August 11th from 9 am to 3 pm- located at 207 Authority Dr. Fitchburg, MA 01420 No appointment necessary!

Keyla.correa-ayala@expert-staffing.com Can’t make it? Call 978-798-1610 A U G U S T 4 , 2 0 16 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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EXPERT STAFFING IS HIRING!!!!

We have positions available in: Leominster - Fitchburg - Devens - Gardner - Clinton - Sterling Littleton - Ayer 8 & 12 HOUR SHIFTS/DAYS & NIGHTS TEMPORARY • TEMP TO HIRE • DIRECT HIRES Production Assistants - Forklift - Packers - Maintenance Mechanics Die Cutter Operators - Gluer Operators - Process Tech - Warehouse Quality Techs - Graphic Designer - Tool & Die Tech - Customer Service Machine Operators - Production Trainer APPLY AT:

Whitney Square, 40 Spruce Street, Suite 206 Leominster, MA 01453

Send Resume or email: Leominster-LI@expert-staffing.com phone: 978.798.1610 • fax: 978.227.5042

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Full-Time Reporter We are looking for a hardworking, full-time reporter to join our staff at The Gardner News. In addition to a flexible schedule, the reporter must have an interest in local, community news. Applicants with a journalism/English degree or related experience will be considered. Good news judgment, writing ability and accuracy required. Can you find and write 7/3 complete news stories?

If so, please send resume and three clips to the attention of: days Matt Garay hit) mgaray@thegardnernews.com or P.O. Box 340, Gardner, MA 01440 n Physician (Barre, MA) sought by UMass Memorial Medical Group, Inc. for family medicine practice at Barre Family Health Center, including preventive care, health risk assessment, and care to acute and chronic care needs for health center patients. Additional Worksites in Worcester & Holden, MA. Must have MA Medical License. Apply to Leigh M. Corl, HR Operations Coordinator, UMass Memorial HR, HB-791, 55 Lake Ave. North, Worcester, MA 01655.

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TOWN OF PRINCETON COUNCIL ON AGING/PRINCETON CENTER The Town of Princeton is looking for qualified individuals for the part-time position of Council on Aging Director/Princeton Center Manager. This position has an hourly rate range between $18.47 Mexichem Specialty Compounds is a leading specialty comto $21.27 per hour. Complete pounder of technically diverse products serving markets such advertisement, a full job description as wire & cable, regulated products and regulated packaging and application are available online with US production facilities in Leominster MA and Pineville at www.town.princeton.ma.us.

NC. As a subsidiary of Mexichem we have the resources of submit cover letter, resume, a large international organization and continued growth has holden: Please 3x=5 and application by Wednesday, created the following openings: August 17, 2016.

Specialty Compounds

BLENDING AND EXTRUSION O P E R ATO R S

for our Leominster facility. Day and Night Shifts.

Mexichem Specialty Compounds operates on a 24/7 production schedule. Our shift schedule is fixed, meaning no rotating day/night shifts. Openings available on both day and night shifts. The blending and extrusion positions are responsible for operating blending and extrusion equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.

Mexichem Specialty Compounds offers competitive wages and a complete benefits package including medical/dental/ vision and 401k.

Qualified candidates please send resume to: bcox@mexichem.com EEO M/F/V/D

HELP WANTED LOCAL

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TOWN OF PRINCETON PARKS & RECREATION The Town of Princeton is looking for qualified individuals for the parttime position of Parks & Recreation Director. This position has an hourly rate range between $16.87 to $19.65 per hour. Complete advertisement, a full job description and application are available online at www.town.princeton.ma.us.

Auditor, IS (Worcester, MA) sought

by UMass Memorial Center, Inc. to plan, perform and coordinate audits covering a broad range of information systems applications and operations, including developing audit scope, objectives and audit program. Must have Bachelor’s deg. in Computer Sci. or related and 5 yrs. exp. as an Auditor. Apply to Leigh M. Corl, HR Operations Coordinator, UMass Memorial HR, HB-791, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA 01655. No phone calls.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and application by Wednesday, August 17, 2016.

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Have you ever wondered what makes Alternatives such a great place to work?

Come learn how you can make a Diffence in Someone’s Life!

If you have ever thought about joining the team at Alternatives, Stop by an Open House in your area to learn about our services, training, benefits and much more.

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Expert Staffing in partnership with Injectronics Now hiring for 8 & 12 hour Shifts-Days & Nights Production Associates, Process Techs, Quality Techs, Maintenance Techs, Production Trainer, Tool & Die Techs.

Whitney Square, 40 Spruce Street, Suite 206 Leominster, MA 01453 978 798 1610 barbara.sidilau@expert-staffing.com

Walk-ins welcome!

Candidates with and without experience are encouraged to stop by!

Speak with someone about all our open positions or visit our website for a complete list!

Open House Schedule: MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Leominster 10am-2pm 26 Main Street (978) 840-4549 Milford 4pm-7pm 14 Asylum Street (508) 488-2200

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 Milford 10am-1pm 14 Asylum Street (508) 488-2200 Worcester 2pm-6pm 454 Grove Street (508) 799-9432

For more information, please visit our website:

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Come Join a Winning Team!

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FOSTER PARENTS

FOSTER PARENTS WANTED Seeking families throughout Central Massachusetts who are interested in improving a child’s life.

Call to inquire about our upcoming foster parent training. $1,000 SIGNING BONUS Call for Details (Must mention this ad during inquiry)

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CEMETERY PLOTS Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton MA Garden of Heritage II. 2 Lots w/vaults.

Current value $8300.00 Asking $3950.00 for both or B/O. Call Jim 508-769-8107 Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Unit C, section Heritage II, plots 1 and 2. Today’s price is $6500, asking $3500.

508-344-9626

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Worc. County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Grave sites. 2 lots, Good Shepherd. Plot 147, graves 3 & 4. $5000.00 each.

B/O Call Kris 508-735-9996

Worc. County Memorial Park Paxton. Garden of Faith, 2 plots, Section #347-A 1&2. Today’s cost is $3,900.00 for both. Asking $1,500.00 total for both. Call 508-882-3421 or 909-714-0064

Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Two lots for sale. Present price $3250 each, totaling $6500. $4500 for both. Call 801-294-7514

HELP WANTED LOCAL

Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA. 2 Lots in the Garden of Faith. $1500.00 for both. Near the feature. Mary 508-886-4334.

Worc. County Memorial Park, Paxton Garden of Honor, 2 plots, Plot 17, Unit C, Graves 3 & 4. Today’s cost is $8,800 for both. Asking $2950 total for both. Call 978-582-9309 Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Garden of the Cross Premier Location, Must sell Value $5250 Asking $4000 OBO 508-799-5678

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Collectables Fisher Price: Holiday Inn, Airport and Village All Parts (7 pcs) 1970’s Tonkas, Quality Die Cast cars, Lionel Polar Express with book & CD, Norton Memorabilia, fishing gear, Sears PRO FORM 770 EKG Treadmill.

978-464-5217 Golf clubs, bag, cart (used) Asking $250. 508-865-5726*

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GRAFTON FLEA MARKET, INC. OPEN EVERY SUNDAY OUTDOOR/INDOOR

6am - 4pm • Acres of Bargains • Hundreds of Vendors • Thousands of Buyers • 47th Season Rte. 140, Grafton/ Upton town line Grafton Flea is the Place to be!

Selling Space 508-839-2217 www.graftonflea.com Holden - Sat., 8/06 686 Mason Rd. - 7am-3pm Multi-family, Moving Sale.

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Come to THE FLEA at 242 Canterbury St. Worcester MA 01603.

Open EVERY Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Rain or Shine! We have VINTAGE ITEMS, one of a kind items, NEW items, BUILDING materials, office FURNITURE, records, old books, etc. The LITTLE STORE is also open for clothing and household items!

Dealers welcome - $15.00 per table, set up at 7:00 a.m.

kee Flea Market Yan1311 Park Street (rt. 20) 2 miles off exit 8 Mass Turnpike Palmer, MA • 413-283-4910

Huge 9000 sq. ft. indoor flea market open 6 days a week with over 130 dealers. Yankee Flea Market is the place to shop whether it be antiques, collectibles or just household furnishings. We also buy (and sell) complete or partial estates as well as furniture, gas & oil memorabilia, vintage beer signs and lights and much, much more.

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Pride Jazzy Select 6 Ultra used only 3 weeks. Great stability on 6 wheels, tight turn radius, elevating pwr seat, fully adjustable foot platform, 300 lb wgt capacity. Asking $3500 OBO. 508-783-5431

Excellent condition, rechargeable battery, speed controls, reclines, rises up and down.

Air cushion with pump. Removable head rest, extra leg brackets. $1500 508-926-8468

Solid Oak Cabinet 90" Tall, 30" Wide, 18" Deep. 6 Shelves. Paid $1100, asking $245. 508-963-0256

Oak Children’s Bed & Desk Set Wooden chest, oak table, marble top table. Good condition. Price is negotiable. 774276-1047

C-13 Zeppelin Stamp Flag Cancelled $200. Got Stamp Questions? Call Ron at 413896-3324

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Hoya Lift

Remote control, 3 Hoya Lift pads, 2 rechargeable batteries, opens and closes to any scooter chair. Locks and brakes. Must have own transportation. $500. 508-926-8468

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Amana ART104TFDW 14.3 cubic foot refrigerator/freezer, bought new, excellent condition, $375. 978-400-4030

55 Gallon Fish Tank which includes stand, light & top. $100.

508-752-1172

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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) O most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity, O Star of the Sea, help me and show me where you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity, (make request). There are none that can withstand your power, O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and you must publish it and your request will be granted to you. CAS

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Brother HL-2170W Wireless Laser Printer, bought new, very good condition, $50 978400-4030 Dome Tent 8’ x 8’ Sleeps 3-4, water repellent, center height 4’7", floor size 8’x8’. $20. Like new. 508-755-7153

Precor 9.23 Treadmill Orig $1599. Like new. $400. Commercial quality equipment.

508-845-6510. Lv msg.

Washer - Roper Most durable according to CR, top selling. 2 speed, full size, bisque. $110.

You P.U. 978-660-8034 Maytag Electric Range Super capacity, asking $200 b/o.

978-305-4784 anytime.

Bike boys 26"wheel, mongoose aluminum, red/silver hybrid . Ex. con. $50.00. Will deliver locally. 508 829-9240.

Instrumental, Vocal, Jazz Improv Lessons Available on most instruments.

Lou Borelli 508-752-6213

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Virgin Mobile (Non Contract) White iPhone 4S 16G. $125.

Screen has cracks but gd cond. Annette 978-400-5850

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Oak dresser with mirror 12 drawers. $50. Pick up only.

508-425-1150

Wanted border collie stud Planning to breed this fall. Plz email if you are interested in stud fee for service. fernwood108@gmail.com

Cedar closet Excellent condition, 40"x72", great, rooms storage. $150. 508-799-2549

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Corner Hutch Solid pine - 4 doors - 48" x 76". Accommodates 42" television. $250.

Photo available. 508-829-6792

FLYING FIELD WANTED Local RC club is looking for a field to fly quiet, electric-only model planes. Land owners who are willing to share their space with hobbyists should contact 508-641-3787.

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978-423-6529 CONDOMINIUM FOR SALE Condo for sale in Holden

Adult community. Village at Westminster Place. Huge kitchen, loft area, 3 BD and 3 baths. $339,900.

508-450-6209

2007 Suzuki Boulevard Cruising Motorcycle C90T; 1474cc; 6300 miles, 1 owner, perfect cond. accessories and new battery. Garaged, covered & serviced. $6,000 508-8498635 1999 Road King Under 8,000 miles. Too many extras to list.

Always stored in room temperature. $10,000 obo 978-4645525 or 978-549-3670 cell 2001 Suzuki Intruder 1500cc, showroom condition, lots of chrome, Vehix pipes. $4000.

Call John at 978-466-6043.

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2008 Honda Metropolitan Scooter Black and gray. Mint cond.

469 miles. Asking $1650.00.

Includes helmet. 207-289-9362 OR 207-450-1492.

1932 Ford Coupe Little deuce Coupe, with a Corvette mill and four on the floor. 6,000 aprox. mi. Original hot rod, all steel, show car, looks and sounds great. $40,000. 407375-3917

3 Horse Trailer 2002 Exiss XT/ 300 Gooseneck. Great condition. All alum. S.S. nose. On craigslist pics. $9,000. Paxton.

Call Robert at 508-757-0887*

AUTO/SUV 2013 Subaru Forester SUV. AWD.13000miles.Heated seats Mint condition.One owner no longer drives. Very well cared for! $18,000. 508-829-7637 1997 Chevrolet Blazer SUV, 171,895 miles. Blue.

Can be seen at A&P Auto, 1298 Water St., Fitchburg. $1,500 OBO 978-534-8688 AUTO/VAN 2008 Ford E250 Extended Van 3dr, A-T/AC, Power package. Roof racks. Int. shelving, tow package, 6 rims, 8 tires in good cond. Exc. overall cond.

57K miles. $9,999. 508-8292907 AUTOS Great learners car! 2003 Kia Rio hatchback only 65000 miles. Runs great. Includes set of snow tires. $1000. 508-829 -0140 1988 MercedesBenz 300 SEL 6 cylinder gas. Very good cond. Runs exc. $3200.00 195k miles. Located in Sutton, MA 774-287-0777 1999 Pontiac Grand Am 6 Cylinder, automatic, needs work or use for parts. 159,903 miles. $675. 978-422-8084 2012 Cadillac CTS AWD, 21,800 miles. Crystal red.

Heated black leather seats.

Panoramic roof. Dealer maintained. Under warranty. $24,500.00 978-534-8860 2008 Ford Mustang 8 cyl, 300HP. 21K miles. Never driven during winter. Always garaged. Perfect cond. $21,900 negotiable.

508-865-3528 after 3pm.

1930 Ford Model A Sport Coupe, Grey and Black.

50,000 miles. $15,000. 407375-3917 2003 Chevy Corvette Convertable 50th Anniversary Edition 26,000 miles. Automatic, original owner, always garaged, mint cond. $25,000 firm.

774-696-4187 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 114,000 miles. Graphite Gray. $595 Motor knocking, likely needs replacement, body and interior good shape. Good project or parts car.

508-873-7449

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LEGALS/ PUBLIC NOTICES THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS (SEAL) LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 16 SM 005473 ORDER OF NOTICE To: Daniel W. Douglas, Jr. and Victoria Jones a/k/a Victoria L. Jones, and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. App. § 501 et seq.: U.S. Bank Trust N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust claiming to have an interest in a mortgage covering real property in Sutton, numbered 50 COLONIAL ROAD, given by: RODD S. JONES AND VICTORIA JONES A/K/A VICTORIA L. JONES to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for The Cambridge Mortgage Group, Inc., dated May 24, 2004, and recorded in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 33737, Page 146, and now held by Plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil ReliefAct. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before August 29, 2016 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER, Chief Justice of said Court on July 12, 2016 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 52469 (JONES) FEI # 1078.01804 08/04/2016 8/4/2016 MS

BOATS 25 HP Suzuki (Like New) with Boat & Trailer with Bonus 2 Free Air Tickets to Orlando and 5 star condo for a week. Disney anyone? Pete 407-3753917 $4,000 18 Ft. Fiberglass Fishing Boat Galvanized roller trailer, 90HP mariner, outboard motor. $1250. Also 14 ft. boat & trailer. $500 508-853-5789. Ask for Stan.

14 ft Aluminum Boat 8 HP, 4 stroke Honda motor. Extras, water pump system, 12v battery, fish finder, 2 life jackets, boat cover, AM/FM/CD player system, 3 fishing rods. Asking $2200. Call Joe 508-459-2394

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THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS (SEAL) LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 2016 SM 005766 ORDER OF NOTICE To: James P. Donovan, Susan M. Dolegiewicz and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. App. § 501 et seq.: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., successor by merger to Wachovia Mortgage, FSB, f/k/a World Savings Bank, FSB claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Millbury, 11 Benton Street, given by James P. Donovan and Susan M. Dolegiewicz to World Savings Bank, FSB, dated January 23, 2007, and recorded in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 40696, Page 142, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil ReliefAct. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before September 5, 2016 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER, Chief Justice of this Court on July 20, 2016 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 201605-0251-YEL 8/4/2016 MS

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2200 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Docket No. WO16P2197EA Estate of: Thomas Tarvit Date of Death: 04/12/2016 To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy has been filed by: Kenneth I Tarvit of Worcester MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Kenneth I Tarvit of Worcester MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised administration. You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on 08/16/2016. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Lellah A Keamy, First Justice of this Court. Date: July 11, 2016 Stephanie K. Fattman, Register of Probate 08/04/2016 WM

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Notice is hereby given by McFee & Newton Towing and Recovery, Inc. of 14 King Street, Northborough, MA, pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c. 255, Section 39A, that they will sell the following vehicle on August 19th by public auction to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien for towing expenses, storage charges, care and expenses of the notice and sale of said vehicle.

2011 Nissan Altima, Vin# 1N4AL2APXBN431847, Kaitlin Walsh, 276 Main Street #18, Marlborough, MA 01752 Signed: Tara DeWolfe, President, McFee & Newton Towing and Recovery, Inc

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Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw Section III.A.- Table of Use Regulations, IV.C. Site Plan Review, and VII.A.2.

Special Permits, the Planning Board will hold a hearing on the application of Sandra Loomis of Enchanted Passage of Manchester, NH for use of existing structure and property located at 145 Armsby Road for a retail store selling books and related sidelines. The site will also include an accessory tea room to provide customers with beverages and pastries. The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, August 22, 2016 at 7:20 P.M. A copy of the application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours.

Scott Paul, Chairman

MILLBURY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 41 of the Massachusetts General Laws, Section 81-T, the Millbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 22, 2016, at 7:15 p.m. at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street, Millbury, MA, on the application of Fox Gate, LLC for modification of the Definitive Plan Decision for Autumn Gate Estates Phase I, property located off of Grafton Street including Autumn Gate Circle, Millbury, MA, so as to extend the construction deadline, move easement location and substitute sidewalk materials. Application is available for inspection in the Planning Department, Municipal Office Building during regular business hours. Anyone wishing to be heard on this application should appear at the time and place designated above.

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MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage given by Kathy L. Chamberland and Loren E Derusha to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for, Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns, dated February 27, 2008 and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book 42508, Page 252 subsequently assigned to Bank of America, N.A., Successor by Merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for, Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns by assignment recorded in said Registry of Deeds at Book 48612, Page 233 and subsequently assigned to Selene Finance LP by Bank of America, N.A., Successor by Merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP by assignment recorded in said Registry of Deeds at Book 53028, Page 206; of which Mortgage the undersigned is the present holder for breach of the conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing same will be sold at Public Auction at 1:00 PM on August 19, 2016 at 113 Purgatory Road, Sutton, MA, all and singular the premises described in said Mortgage, to wit: The land together with the building thereon, located in Sutton, Worcester County, Massachusetts, on the northerly side of Purgatory Road, shown as Lot G on a plan entitled “Plan to Show Property in Sutton, Mass. Owned by Casa Builders Realty Trust”, Scale 1” = 50’, dated November 29, 1974, drawn by Kenneth M. Shaw Engineering, Inc., Sutton, Mass., recorded with Worcester District Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 408, Plan 21, to which plan may be had for a more particular metes and bounds legal description. Containing 1.019 acres of land, according to said plan. Being the same premises conveyed by deed of Jeffrey R. Chamberland to Kathy L. Chamberland dated April 17, 2001 and recorded with said Deeds in Book 23870, Page 384. See also Corrective Deed recorded in Book 39551, Page 104. The premises are to be sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restrictions, building and zoning laws, liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursuant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, tax titles, water bills, municipal liens and assessments, rights of tenants and parties in possession. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or money order will be required to be delivered at or before the time the bid is offered. The successful bidder will be required to execute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement immediately after the close of the bidding. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid within thirty (30) days from the sale date in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or other check satisfactory to Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale, to reject any and all bids, to continue the sale and to amend the terms of the sale by written or oral announcement made before or during the foreclosure sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. TIME WILL BE OF THE ESSENCE. Other terms if any, to be announced at the sale.

Selene Finance LP , Present Holder of said Mortgage, By Its Attorneys, ORLANS MORAN PLLC, PO Box 540540, Waltham, MA 02454 Phone: (781) 790-7800 15-010128 7/28, 8/4, 8/11/16

NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Sandra J. Quinn and Arthur A. Quinn Jr. to Wells Fargo Financial Massachusetts, Inc., dated June 4, 2007 and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book 41314, Page 56, as affected by Judgment recorded on 7/5/16 at 1:06PM in Book 55591 Page 264, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 a.m. on August 22, 2016, on the mortgaged premises located at 1 Gould Street, Millbury, Worcester County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: A certain tract or parcel of land situated on the westerly side of Gould Street in the Town of Millbury, County of Worcester, containing 7,123 square feet of land and is shown on a plan by Lavalle Brothers, Inc., date October 3, 1989, and recorded with the Worcester.

District Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 643, Plan 13, more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the northeasterly corner thereof at an iron pipe set in the ground on the westerly sideline of Gould Street; THENCE S. 26 degrees 14' 11'' E. 66.67 feet to a point; THENCE S. 25 degrees 01' 18'' E. 50.60 feet to a point, the last two courses by said sideline of Gould Street; THENCE N. 74 degrees 19' 33'' W. 130.31 feet to an iron pipe at land now or formerly of Kelley; THENCE N. 10 degrees 53' 41'' E. 42.82 feet to an iron pipe at land of Sharron; THENCE N. 65 degrees 17' 19'' E. 72.23 feet to the point of beginning. For mortgagor's(s') title see deed recorded with Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 25155, Page 40. These premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check at Harmon Law Offices, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Massachusetts 02461-0389, within thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL MASSACHUSETTS, INC, Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 150 California Street, Newton, MA 02458 (617) 558-0500 201511-0078 - YEL 7/28, 8/4, 8/11/16 NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Robert J. LeBlanc Sr. a/k/a Robert J. LeBlanc and Celina P. LeBlanc to Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation, a subsidiary of Indymac Bank, F.S.B., dated May 10, 2006 and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book 39022, Page 135, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder by assignment from Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ‘’MERS’’, a Delaware Corporation, its successors or assigns, as nominee for Financial Freedom Acquisition LLC., dated September 25, 2009 and recorded with said Registry on October 5, 2009 at Book 44929, Page 134 and by assignment from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Financial Freedom Acquisition LLC., to OneWest Bank, N.A. dated April 6, 2015 and recorded with said Registry on May 7, 2015 at Book 53686, Page 366, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 a.m. on August 12, 2016, on the mortgaged premises located at 118 Main Street, Millbury, Worcester County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: A certain parcel of land situated on the Easterly side of Main Street in the Town of Millbury, being a part of Lot No. 1 of Prospect Hill Lots, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the Southeasterly corner of said lot at the corner of main and orchard streets; Thence Easterly of Northeasterly by said Orchard Street eighty-six (86) feet, more or less, to a point at a driveway right 98) feet wide; Thence by said driveway at a right angle with said orchard street seventy-five (75) feet, more or less, to land now or formerly of one caisse; Thence S. 30 degrees 30 minutes w. by said Caisse Land, Eighty-Four and One-Half (84 1/2) feet;, more or less, to Main Street, Thence Southerly of Southeasterly by said Main Street Seventy-Five and One-Half (75 1/2) feet, more or less, to the point of Beginning. For informational purposes only: The APN is shown by the County Assessor as MAP 45 Parcel 58; Source of Title is Book 16673, Page 222 (Recorded 10/31/94) For mortgagor’s(s’) title see deed recorded with Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 16673, Page 222. These premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check at Harmon Law Offices, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Massachusetts 024610389, within thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. CIT BANK, N.A. F/K/A ONEWEST BANK N.A. Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 150 California Street, Newton, MA 02458 (617) 558-0500 201504-0793 - YEL 7/21, 7/28, 8/4/16

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www.centralmassclass.com LEGALS/ PUBLIC NOTICES WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS August 11, 2016 SEALED BIDS shall be received at the Purchasing Office, 69 Tacoma St., Worcester, MA 01605 IFBs maybe picked up at the location above or may be downloaded from our website: www.worcester-housing.com/purchasing, or call (508) 695-3203, TDD (508) 798-4530. Bidders are responsible for ensuring they have received any/all addenda prior to submitting a bid. Separate awards will be made for each IFB. WHA reserves the right to reject any all responses, in whole or in part, deemed to be in their best interest. Award of all contracts is subject to the approval of the WHA Executive Director or Board of Commissioners. The Operating Agency shall indemnify and hold harmless the WHA and its officers or agents from any and all third party claims arising from activities under these Agreements as set fort in MGL c.258, section 2 as amended.

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Worcester, SS. Probate Court 16E0073PP To Julie Allison Richard of Sutton and Fidelity Coorperative Bank of Fitchburg, both in the County of Worcester and to all other persons interested. A petition has been presented to said court by Amy Parslow of Sutton, Rebecca Smith of Millbury, Catherine Gale Tessier of Uxbridge and Linnea Bailey Blue of Worcester all in the County of Worcester representing that they hold as tenant in common Fee simple undivided 20% part or share of subject premises lying in Sutton in said County Worcester and briefly described as follows: A certain tract of land with the buildings thereon containing 14,850 square feet, more or less, situated in said Sutton on the easterly Side of the Massachusetts Highway called Putnam Hill Road, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a Massachusetts highway bound in the easterly line of said Road two hundred fifty-four and three tenths (254.3) feet South 10 degrees 40 feet east from a corner of the walls and land formerly of Marion G. Putnam, now or formerly Nunnemacher; THENCE by the easterly line of said Road North 10 degrees 40 feet West fifty-four and three tenths (54.3) feet to an iron pipe fixed to the ground; THENCE by the land of Ojerholm, now or formerly, north 72 degrees 30 feet east one hundred (100) feet to an iron pipe fixed in the ground; THENCE North 72 degrees 30 feet east by land of George H. Johnson, now or formerly, fifty (50) feet to an iron pipe fixed in the ground; THENCE by other land of George H. Johnson, now or formerly, South 10 degrees, 40 feet east fifty-four and three tenths (54.3) feet to an iron pipe fixed in the ground; THENCE South 10 degrees 4 feet East by other land of George H. Johnson, now or formerly, forty-five and seven tenths (45.7) feet to an iron pipe fixed in the ground; Thence by other land of George H. Johnson, now or formerly, South 72 degrees West one hundred fifty (150) feet to an iron pipe fixed in the ground in the easterly line said road; THENCE by said line of said road North 10 degrees 4 feet west forty five and seven tenths (45.7) feet to the point of beginning. Together with all my rights, title and interest in the land between the above described tract and the center line of said Road. Being the same premises conveyed to Julie Allison Richard, Rebecca Smith, Catherine Gale Tessier, Amy Parslow and Linnea Bailey Blue by deed of Julie Allison Richard, dated January 6, 2015 and recorded with the Worcester District Registry of Deeds in Book 53372, Page 294. setting forth that they desire that – all – the aforesaid described part – of said land may be sold at private sale for no less than $219,000.000 dollars, Two Hundred nineteen thousand dollars and praying that partition may be made of all the land aforesaid according to law, and to that end that a commissioner be appointed to make such partition and be order to make sale and conveying of all, or any part of said land which court finds cannot be advantageously divided either at private sale or public auction, and be ordered to distribute the net proceeds thereof. If you desire to object thereto you or your attorney should file a written appearance in said Court at Worcester before ten o’clock in the forenoon on the thirtieth day of August, 2016, the return day of this citation. Witness, Leilah A. Keamy, Esquire, First Judge of said Court, this thirteenth day of July 2016. Stephanie K. Fattman, Register of Probate

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MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage given by John A. Coonan to Option One Mortgage Corporation, dated January 31, 2005 and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book 35653, Page 173 subsequently assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-OPT2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-OPT2 by Sand Canyon Corporation f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corporation by assignment recorded in said Registry of Deeds at Book 50291, Page 73 and subsequently assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-OPT2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Carrington mortgage Loan trust, Series 2005-OPT2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-OPT2 by assignment recorded in said Registry of Deeds at Book 54698, Page 183; of which Mortgage the undersigned is the present holder for breach of the conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing same will be sold at Public Auction at 2:00 PM on August 18, 2016 at 20 Herricks Lane, Millbury, MA, all and singular the premises described in said Mortgage, to wit: The land with the buildings and improvements thereon in Millbury, Worcester County, Massachusettsdescibed as follows: situated on the southeasterly side of Herrick Lane, shown as lot B oa a plan entitled “Plan of Land in Millbury, Massachusetts, prepared for Zanadu, Inc.” dated November 12, 1986, Scale 1”=50”, drawn by Lavallee Brothers, Inc., Sutton, MA. Recored with Worcester District Registry of Deeds, Pan Book 570, Plan 50, bounded and described as follows; BEGINNING at a point on the southeastery side of Herrick Lane at the northwesterly corner of Lot C as shown on said plan; THENCE South 50 degrees 00’ 22” East by said Lot C, A DISTANCE OF 175.07 feet to a point; THENCE South 48 degrees 33’ 00” East by said Lot C, a distance of 75.06 feet to a pint at land now or formerly of Zanadu, Inc.: THENCE South 37 degrees 37’ 50” West by said, Inc., a distance of 66.95 feet to a point; THENCE North 59 degrees 56’ 35’ West by Zanadu, Inc., land, and by Lot A, a distance of 250.00 feet to a point on the southeasterly side of Herrick Lane; THENCE North 32 degrees 15’ 03’ East by said Herrick Lane, 22.17 feet to a point; THENCE North 37 degrees 37’ 50” by said Herrick Lane, 77.83 feet to a point of the beginning.

CONTAINING 21,484 square feet of land, according to said plan. For title see deed recorded in Book 17361 , Page 313. Upon information and belief, there are errors in the legal description attached to the mortgage, wherein the first bound should read: Thence South 54 degrees 00’ 22” East by said Lot C, a distance of 175.07 feet to a point; the fourth bound should read: Thence North 59 degrees 56’ 35” West by Zanadu, Inc., land, and by Lot A, a distance of 250.00 feet to a point on the southeasterly side of Herrick Lane; the fifth bound should read: Thence North 32 degrees 15’ 03” East by said Herrick Lane, 22.17 feet to a point, and the last bound should read: Thence North 37 degrees 37’ 50” East by said Herrick Lane, 77.83 feet to a point of the beginning. The premises are to be sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restrictions, building and zoning laws, liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursuant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, tax titles, water bills, municipal liens and assessments, rights of tenants and parties in possession. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or money order will be required to be delivered at or before the time the bid is offered. The successful bidder will be required to execute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement immediately after the close of the bidding. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid within thirty (30) days from the sale date in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or other check satisfactory to Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale, to reject any and all bids, to continue the sale and to amend the terms of the sale by written or oral announcement made before or during the foreclosure sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. TIME WILL BE OF THE ESSENCE. Other terms if any, to be announced at the sale. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-OPT2, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates Present Holder of said Mortgage, By Its Attorneys, ORLANS MORAN PLLC, PO Box 540540 Waltham, MA 02454, Phone: (781) 790-7800 14-018720 7/28, 8/4, 8/11/16

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Candy Carlson A lifelong democrat, Candy Carlson has served as chair of the Worcester Democratic City Committee for seven years. Last year she was elected city councilor in District 2. She recently returned to the city from Philadelphia, where she served as a delegate for Hillary Clinton during the Democratic National Convention. Carlson had lots to share on her choice for Clinton and why Donald Trump is not the right choice for America.

STEVEN KING

Why Hillary? Hillary’s certainly somebody I supported eight years ago. She was my first pick, and obviously we went to the convention and Barack Obama was the nominee, so therefore he’s who we supported. But I obviously feel Hillary is somebody who is brilliant. She’s somebody who knows the job, certainly knows the landscape, not somebody who is just going to shoot from her hip. She’s done all the work for all these years and been involved in community for her entire life, as we learned at the convention for those who didn’t know.

I think that if you listen to the

president, as he said, she’s more qualified than Bill was ... and I think that speaks volumes. Eight years ago they were certainly at odds with each other, but he learned that she jumped on board immediately for the good of the people for the United States and he now, as you’ve seen, they call it the “hug around the world,” which was, if you were in the convention center, really moving. The picture says it all, but if you were there it was incredible because it was so sincere that they have bonded over the years working together. And you know, she’s a tough woman, which is good, I think that’s what we need. And obviously, you know, making history; the first woman of the United States to become the nominee.

Did you know from the beginning you’d be voting for Hillary? What is it that drew you to her? Yes. All of her years of work that

she’s done, when she was the first lady, when she wrote her book, “It Takes a Village,” if you look at Hillary’s resume, it’s incredible. I think she made an incredible first lady. From that moment, she was somebody who I always thought, “Boy, I’d love to see Hillary become the president of the United States.

She could be it.”

I’ve always had a great deal of respect for her.

Her work ethic is unbelievable.

Look at all the

miles she traveled as secretary of state, probably more than anybody else. I’m thrilled.

Why do you believe Trump is not a good choice? Boy, oh boy, if we though that

he was not a good choice when we went to the convention, these last three days have really solidified that. There are not any words that one could say as to why he should not be president. To be so disrespectful to everybody. This one here takes the cake, but I mean for him to want to build walls, for him to say he can do it alone, boy that’s pretty good. To think you as one individual can do it all in the United States of America. We’re pretty big.

And he’s just rude.

Some people are drawn to that. Why do you think that is? I think there are some people

who are very unhappy people in their lives at this point. We’ve had a lot of years where, let’s face it, people haven’t earned the wages that they believe they deserve.

The jobs haven’t been like they were back 20, 30, 40 years ago. It’s a different world. Everybody, when they wake up in the morning, they want to earn the most that they can so that they can be able to take care of their families, and to give to them what they didn’t have. I think that that’s part of it. I’m kind of struck by the level of respect that people just don’t have today. It’s not a good thing. The only way we win is if we’re all in it together.

Thinking you don’t need to make sure your neighbor’s okay, or those sort of things — hooray for me, the heck with everybody else — that just doesn’t work. We were the most successful when we were the most compassionate. Donald certainly doesn’t have that. This is a man who thinks his sacrifice were building millions. That’s his answer? That’s your sacrifice?

What do you say to the people that contend Hillary is untrustworthy? I think that people

should really take a look at that, honestly, because why are they saying that? Why? And that’s what I ask people…

The FBI gave people several reasons to say that James Comey was very specific in his reasoning. … Sure, but also if you took

some of our other elected (officials) who did the same, she’s not the only one that did that … it’s not as if she did anything that would make them indict

her. Did she screw up in what she did?

Absolutely.

Comey was clear to say that, in the future, if these acts are done again there will be indictments. I also think that we’ve learned

from this as well. Quite frankly, somebody not minding the store to know that that was even happening is a little frightening.

I think that has certainly said to us that we need to be much better at making sure these kinds of things don’t happen, and that they’re not acceptable. And as Hillary herself has said, she made that mistake.

So, what is it on that one issue? Is that enough to say she’s not trustworthy? Some people might say that. But why wouldn’t they say Donald Trump? Donald Trump, who says, “Make America Great Again,” every single item that is made by his company is made in another country. So, how do you make America great again when you think that you can build a wall and you think that you shouldn’t let immigrants into this country? How do you trust him in what’s he saying? For him to say he can’t buy a suit — I mean everyone else in that convention center as an elected official made damn sure that their suit was made in America. One of his resorts, he brings in people from another country, that’s how you make America great again? You’re just not hiring the American people because you don’t want to pay them, because you want to circumvent having to pay a decent wage.

That isn’t how you make America great again. Anything that has the Trump name on it, is not made in America except for the hat that he bought for the convention, which he says was really tough to do. Let me tell you something, I purchase items all the time that are made in America for several of my work responsibilities and it’s not as tough as you think it is.

Thoughts on his remarks to the Khan family?

Disgusting. Going into the convention and knowing who Donald was as the candidate for the Republican party was tough enough to accept, and you never thought he’d hit a new low. Just not to respect that family — that mother and father coming to that convention, they lost their son, and for him to compare his millions with the life of their son, I think says it all. You don’t need to say anymore.

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