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Deed holder challenging ownership of old Boy’s Club Tom Quinn

ene Lamento owns the old Boy’s Club on Ionic Avenue. That’s his argument, at least, one he said he is unfairly being forced to make after a series of legal maneuvers. On the other hand, city records show the property belongs to Peter Heaney, whose backers characterize Lamento’s selfrepresented legal motions as the product of inexperience mixed with a high-energy personality. Lamento’s story — laid out in a 100-page binder featuring months of research — is a long one, and features allegations ranging from notary fraud to fake mortgages. But so far, none of his charges have gained any traction, and opponents have evidence backed by “all of Massachusetts jurisprudence.” Things started simply enough – with a deed, granted to Lamento by the city, for the property at 2 Ionic Ave. According to Lamento, and verified by the deed, he paid just over $16,000. The deed was awarded June 10, 2015. The deed notes Lamento bought it at a public auction May 20, 2015, and that it was on the auction block because previous owner Whiz Kids Development did not pay more than $13,000 in taxes for fiscal 2014. Lamento also paid around $14,500 in fiscal 2015 taxes, according to a certificate of tax payment filed with the city, raising his total investment above $30,000. That

document still lists Whiz Kids Development as the owner, as the company had the right to exercise their right to redemption and buy back the interest in the property from Lamento, who holds a tax collector’s deed. At the time Lamento bought his deed, the state Department of Environmental Protection already owned a $180,000 lien on the property from a 2011 fuel leak. That would play a key part in legal proceedings down the line. The city had also sold a tax lien on the same property at 2 Ionic Ave to Worcester Capital Corp. for $42,000 at a December 2014 auction. The question of ownership came to a head Oct. 21, 2015 when a judge authorized Whiz Kids to sell the property in bankruptcy court. Lamento was one of three parties to file an objection to the sale, along with Worcester Properties (formerly Worcester Capital Corp) and the state DEP. Lamento’s objection hinged on the argument that Whiz Kids was trying to sell a deed to the property that they did not own. The right of redemption meant Whiz Kids had the right to pay him back to regain the deed, but since they did not do that, they did not have the right to sell the property, Lamento said. The judge in the case ruled Lamento was reading the law incorrectly, and allowed the sale with creditor’s interests attached. That meant when Heaney bought the property with a closed bid of $130,000,

Gene Lamento, who holds a tax collector’s deed for the old Boys Club building, stands infront of the 2 Ionic Ave. property. beating out a competing bid from Worcester Properties, the money went toward paying back the creditors. The judge ruled the DEP was in the first position, and they were paid back most of what they were owed. Lamento and Worcester Properties walked away with nothing, although only Lamento is appealing that decision. “This isn’t Mohegan Sun,” Lamento said.

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“You either get the property or you get your money back with 16 percent interest.” However, real estate broker Eric Appleton, who describes himself as a friend of Heaney, said that idea was a fantasy. Appleton frames the events as hubris run amok, saying that the get rich quick scheme laid out by people like Lamento usually ends up the same way as

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Hey, city! Here’s an idea: Don’t repave Shrewsbury Street. Keep it torn up, with exposed manhole covers. They may have to swerve around them, but drivers are going much slower. +3

WalletHub, best known for offering “free” credit scores, recently ranked Worcester the worst of the country’s 150 most populated cities for people with disabilities. OK, so they’re a credit agency. Anyone want to argue with the ranking? -3

Local developer plans to tear down Sakura Tokyo and open new Dunkin’ Donuts. FYI: it will replace another Dunkin’ in the city. Plus or minus? We’ll go with minus for all the memories at Sakura. -1

Worcester schools hold steady on state testing. We’d like to see more improvement. So would the superintendent. +1

Stuck in traffic: CSX trucks clog neighborhood streets in city Tom Quinn

fter a number of attempts to address the problem with specific solutions, District 3 City Councilor George Russell is taking a broader brush to the problem of truck traffic on Grafton Hill – asking the city to look at every possible way to curb CSX railyard spinoff in the residential neighborhood. The full order submitted by Russell asks the Department of Public Works for a “report concerning all possible legal ways to limit or prohibit CSX truck traffic from Grafton Hill.” “It is no secret that the traffic configuration and the basic intensity of truck traffic throughout Grafton Hill and surrounding neighborhoods has been dramatically different,” Russell said. While saying CSX, a large transportation company that runs the inter-modal freight yard just off I-290, has made a “good faith” effort to curb truck traffic, including signage near the exit for the company, it does not seem to be having much of an effect, Russell said. Even if freight traffic at the railyard was not increasing, a rise in the popularity of GPS has led to truck drivers taking routes they shouldn’t in an effort to shorten their trip. And although CSX gave the city $5 million in “mitigation” funding, that only covered certain neighborhoods, not the ones that have been recently subjected to cut-throughs by drivers. “With the use of GPS and smartphones and everything else, especially in the last few years, everyone wants the shortest route,” Russell said. “And they go wherever the phone or GPS tells them to do. And many times that tells them to travel through neighborhoods

that did not receive any of the mitigation money, neighborhoods that were not part of the initial approval process when CSX came in.” Russell also asked the city to look at the memorandum of understanding between CSX and the city to see if it was being followed by both sides. State Rep. Dan Donahue recently had a sign installed on the Mass Pike directing truckers to exit 10A, which leads to I-290, then to the railyard, rather than one of the adjacent exits that lead vehicles through busy Worcester streets. Russell said he wanted a report on whether that sign was Trailer trucks exit affecting traffic. Russell also asked about the possibility of restricting truck traffic on Hamilton Street, a major artery, and Plantation Street between Grafton and Hamilton streets, a notorious stretch in the neighborhood. “People have to park their cars on that side of Plantation Street and they flip their mirrors in because so many mirrors have been broken off,” Russell said. “That area is a top priority.” At-Large Councilor Konnie Lukes said the problem was a predictable one, while doubting the city’s ability to regulate the traffic.

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Route 290 on to Water Street on their way to the CSX yard on Grafton Street. “I think this was predictable when we learned CSX was coming into the city, that there would be enormous pressure on our streets,” Lukes said. “I’m not sure what we can do as a city now that the barn door has been opened.” Lukes, a lawyer, also pointed out the difficulty of enforcing any restrictions that relate only to CSX. The drivers to and from the freight yard do not directly work for CSX, since they are delivering goods from a number of different companies. The trucks are not marked, and regulating CSX might be more

complicated than it initially appears. “Let’s assume that CSX agrees, but their drivers don’t, who pays the penalties?” Lukes asked. In addition to a traffic issue, the problem is a public safety issue, Russell said, as trucks are driving by schools and other residential institutions. 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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most ideas that promise guaranteed money with little to no effort – if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. “He made a bad decision, and everyone else needs to pay for it,” Appleton said. “He is in complete, abject, boldfaced opposition to the law.” The assessed value of the property is $680,000, although there is damage to the inside after more than a decade of vacancy. Adding a layer of spice to the whole affair are the people involved. Lamento is dedicated to his cause to the point of staking out the building and taking a photo of Heaney and another man he claims is James Levin, the Whiz Kids owner who, in an unrelated case, is being charged with fraud at the federal level for allegedly stealing $4 million from the government with the help of a city housing official. Lamento uses the photo, taken on a smartphone from his car, as evidence of collusion, and has been calling and emailing various city and state officials pleading his case. Appleton has a simpler explanation – it is actually him in the photo, and Lamento simply misidentified him. Although Lamento worked with Levin previously, he handed the job off, and is only involved as an interested and sometimes amused observer. The incident is evidence of Lamento crossing over from harmless to sinister, he said, calling him a “cyber bully.”

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“I think the way it ends is we put in a motion for legal fees,” Appleton said. “It’s been harassment nonstop since it started … the only way to get this guy to stop is to make it cost him money. Unfortunately, in our country, until you get to the Supreme Court, the only way for you to truly stop somebody is to exhaust their appellate powers.” Even aside from the drama permeating the case — which includes a satirical “Attention Black Friday Shoppers” pamphlet mocking the bankruptcy court judge — the legal arguments by both sides are full of apparent contradictions. One example: everybody familiar with the case, from Lamento to Appleton to Land Court title examiner John Harrington, who communicated with Lamento over the course of several months, cited one specific passage of Massachusetts General Laws. “The collector shall execute and deliver to the purchaser a deed of the land … the deed shall convey the land to the purchaser, subject to the right of redemption,” the law reads. “The title thus conveyed shall, until redemption or until the right of redemption is foreclosed as hereinafter provided, be held as security for the repayment of the purchase price.” While Lamento uses the passage to explain why he owns the property, Appleton said the mistake is in perspective – basically what the deed does is convey the city’s interest in the property to the highest bidder. The city was never listed, in deeds or in its own records,

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as the owner of the property. Instead, it sold the rights to tax collection on the property to Lamento, allowing him to charge 16 percent interest. Appleton also cites part of the city’s regulations for tax collector’s deed sales. “The tax collector’s deed confers no right to possession of the property prior to entry of a foreclosure judgment by the Massachusetts land court,” reads the line, which Appleton points out is the only part of the deed sale

guidelines that is bolded, underlined and written in all capital letters. There is also a question and answer section for a tax collector’s deed sale, which contains a question abut whether the purchaser owns the property listed on the deed. “No, the successful bidder obtains a lien on the property similar to a mortgage which can be foreclosed in the land court,” reads the answer. “You have basically all of Massachusetts

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ot too long ago a forgotten embarrassment to the city, Union Station, since its restoration, has become a hub in Worcester for everything from Transportation to arts and crafts festivals. Its gleaming white paint and high hoisting flags symbolize the city itself and its constant revival of life. After the Mass Turnpike was constructed in the 1960s, the train station lost a significant amount of commuters, causing them to close the structure all together in 1972, worcesterma.gov reports. The building had tried to be salvaged for a range of purposes, with no success whatsoever. Most wanted to tear it down. This week in 1993, an article on the fight to save the forgotten landmark was printed in Worcester Magazine. A hearing was held at the Worcester Regional Transit Authority, gathering people to speak for the building. Not only businessmen with their own monetary interests in the station, but ordinary citizens, showed up to represent the

historic symbol of Worcester. There were about 70 in attendance ordinary people from all walks of life - and they were passionate. About 100 people had showed up a few months before at the Union Station portion of a downtown development charette at the Centrum. Talks centered on whether to restore the entire building, reconstruct certain parts, and demolish it entirely. It was made obvious Union Station meant a lot to the general population of Worcester. It had captured the imagination of the city, those who held it close to their hearts seeing the potential that now reigns true today. In the end, it all came down to partial or full restoration. They didn’t come to a decision at that time. The Worcester Redevelopment Authority acquired the building in 1995, commencing a $32-million restoration project, re-opening its doors to the people of worcester in July 2000. Since then, not much updating has been done to the building, but the world around it has altered to its becoming presence. Worcester once again centered itself around Union Station, welcoming it back and raising its flags high. - Lillian Cohen

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innocuous words that have become as charged as the word “politician.” From the national level on down, people are frustrated with elected officials, and those running for office are consistently making the plea that they’re not politicians (Trump supporters are particularly proud of this quality in their candidate). But by definition, anyone who runs for public office is a politician, even if they won’t admit it. “The first Notre Dame Academy time somebody called me that, I was so devastated,” District 4 Councilor Sarai is the only independent, Rivera said. So what hoops do local pols jump through to avoid the label? AtLarge Councilor Khrystian King prefers the term “macro social worker.” King Catholic, all-girls college is a regular social worker in his spare time, and the argument he makes is that preparatory program in his work on the City Council is just an expansion of that work to a higher plane Central Massachusetts. of policy. City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. is another who shuns the label - “how dare you” is the half-joking response whenever a certain reporter forgets this rule. Ask about our NEW “Statesman” is the preferred label for the former state senator – that might also not St. Julie Division for be 100-percent serious, although District 5 Councilor Gary Rosen seemed pretty 7th and 8th Grade Girls! intent on using that label when asked. Really, though, “statesman” is just a word for a successful or skilled politician. Same goes for “elected official,” the choice of At-Large Councilor Kate Toomey, District 2 Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson and state Rep. Mary Keefe. “It doesn’t have the same connotation,” Toomey said. Others, like At-Large Councilor Moe Bergman and District 1 Councilor Tony Economou, choose “public servant,” a label that applies to elected officials saturday, November 5th at 8:30 am and other employed by the government. District councilors, especially, are more Pre-registration Required “down in the weeds” with citizen requests, Economou said, “and I don’t see that in the political realm.” If you want to go with an even broader definition, an aspiring politico could choose “community advocate,” state Rep. Dan Donahue’s preferred FOR CRAFTS term, and one that many local politicians hold before ascending to elected office (although you could make the argument that they’re actually descending). Then there are those who accept their fate. At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney, District 3 Councilor George Russell and Rivera all copped to being politicians, Rivera after a professor walked her through the root of the word as one who cares for citizens orWthe as he do, probably explained it best. O Rcommunity. C E S T E R Russell, CENTER F O is R prone C R A FtoT S “I suppose you have to be a politician to be elected, even if I don’t consider myself one,” he said. Just remember this – no matter who you vote for, nationally or locally, in any election – if the person asked for your vote, they’re a politician. WORCESTER CENTER FOR CRAFTS

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been joined by a handful of his teammates in kneeling during the national anthem since his initial protest, providing the anti-protest crowd with an “Empire Strikes Back” sequel, and Black Lives Matter supporters with a “Return of the Jedi” sequel. But where are all our favorite characters from the Saint John’s High School football team, which had at least two players allegedly exchange racist messages about Oppong, captured in screenshots for eternity? Headmaster Alex Zequeira said, due to the privacy the school provides families on disciplinary matters, the school would not be releasing the results or effects of an investigation the school launched when it became aware of the incident. But through the alumni grapevine – don’t look for at least one of the kids in class anymore.

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APTLY NAMED: When you’re chasing down a villain through the streets of Worcester, where

do you go to cut them off? Near Henchman Street, of course, which was where Worcester police caught a bank robber on Sept. 19. Of course, bank robber these days means the 36-year-old female, Regina Flynn, allegedly walked up to the counter, handed the teller a note and walked out with cash. We’re a long way from John Dillinger here. In fact, if you can avoid being a moron and parking the wrong way on the street – which is how police spotted Flynn’s car – or using Getaway Boulevard for your escapes, robbing banks seems like a pretty easy gig. We’ve had 300 years of innovation and security improvements, and banks still can’t stop a woman armed with a Post-It note.

THE NEVERENDING NON-STORY: If you’re reading this before Oct. 6, the City Council is in executive session. At least that’s my understanding of an odd decision made last meeting to recess into executive session to discuss City Manager Ed Augustus Jr.’s potential contract extension, but not to adjourn out of the session. Since there is an executive session already scheduled for the beginning of next week’s meeting to discuss how the city is going to pay for the skybridge they promised to build, the Council decided to just carry over the super-secret discussions from this week until next. Of course, the whole thing is odd, since At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney already said he wanted to hold the item kicking off contract negotiations. The point being, most procedural actions taken by the government are pointless and confusing, but you already knew that. CLASH OF THE TITANS: Oh, and about that anniversary party. Fun times were had by all,

but it could be that Worcester Magazine owner Kirk Davis is going to be looking over the guest list for our 50th anniversary party. Davis owns the Holden Landmark Corporation, our parent company, separately from his role as CEO of Gatehouse Media, which owns hundreds of outlets nationwide, including the Telegrampa. This has made him the target of a number of people who blame the conglomeratization of the media for the death of local journalism and making up words. Anyway, soon-to-be former T&G reporter Paula Owen made it to the party, and was seen conversing with Davis in what some would describe as an animated confrontation. Gatehouse has been offering buyouts across the board, not just here in Worcester, and that’s usually the first sign of the apocalypse when it comes to personnel in any office. Then again, if you work in journalism, you’re used to a few internal apocalypses.

DUDE, THERE’S MY CAR: Paul Esteve could soon be the most popular guy on campus –

or rather, off campus, and that’s kind of the point. Esteve petitioned the City Council this week for a change to the rules governing resident parking passes, arguing that college students who pay rent and live in Worcester for the majority of the year should be able to park their cars in front of their apartment or house. The resident parking system was designed to prevent visitors to a neighborhood from taking spots for people who pay rent or own a home in the area. But for off-campus college students, they are caught in limbo. To get a pass, you have to have a car registered in Massachusetts, but many college students are coming from out of state, so even though they live here they can’t get a pass. “The intent of what is written is just as important as what is physically written,” Esteve said, asking for an exception for college students. At-Large Councilor Moe Bergman spoke in support, saying he looked at 4,500 parking violations in the last year and saw that most of them were in college neighborhoods. While some councilors – Mike Gaffney and Kate Toomey – said college students should just switch their registration to Massachusetts, Bergman pointed out many students use cars provided by their parental units, making that a losing proposition. Bergman also referenced the “herculean effort” needed to do anything at the RMV (Registry of take a number and we’ll tell you the rest of the acronym in a few hours once this line clears up). Problem is, college students don’t vote. I mean, they can change their voter registration to Worcester, but let’s be honest, none of them are going to do that. So while the RMV dig will earn Bergman some points, Gaffney and Toomey are on far safer ground with their “Worcester First” platform, especially considering another big item of the night was the parking problem around Worcester State University, with councilors asking if the spots at the Jesse Burkett Little League field could be opened up outside of game days. A report on the abysmal parking situation in that area will be coming out soon, according to the city. 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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ipping my morning-after coffee, I must admit: It was everything I’d hoped for and more. I put a pan of baked ravioli in the oven while TV pundits struggled to fill the empty hours preceding the first presidential debate. I figured I’d need my strength to endure t is hard — really hard — to say Worcester isn’t better off — much whatever was coming next. Would a kinder, gentler Donald better off — than it was 10, five, even two years ago. Yet, there are show up, or would the blustering nincompoop toss his plenty of folks willing to find fault, many of them whose personal or notes in the trash? Would Hillary wear that awful pantsuit political agendas find process to be a roadblock to their own success. that looked like Captain Kangaroo donated it to Savers? We all know where the criticism comes from about Worcester Would Lester Holt manage to get one straight answer out of and its leaders. It comes from certain corners of the city whose wellanyone? intentioned champions feel slighted by all the attention being paid to Watching Donald Trump melt like a warm suppository the downtown area. It comes from politicians whose political fortunes was one of the few satisfying moments of this terrible rest on tearing down the fortunes of others. campaign season. The first presidential debate was a Indeed, soundbites are all that matter when it comes to politics. Cue disaster for the Apricot Hellbeast, and all along I’ve up complaints about “The Machine” and “Old Boy Network.” Cue up predicted that the simplest of his many flaws would the talk about politics taking precedence over people. Yet, some of the ultimately trip him up. Arrogance will be his downfall. same people spouting that line are, themselves, playing politics. Like the kid who blows off summer reading, only to find Cue up talk about crime, trash and gangs. Wait, Worcester has crime, out there’s an oral book report due tomorrow, Trump was trash and gangs? Stop the presses. too arrogant to prepare. When you believe to the core that Please. Worcester is a city, the second largest in New England, in you know everything and are smarter than everyone, you fact. It is home to among the most diverse groups of individuals in the don’t need to study the Cliff Notes. To be so full of oneself region. The socioeconomic disparities and class divides are crystal clear. as to think winging a presidential debate is a wise move There are language barriers, culture barriers and other issues that all illustrates a level of arrogance I find hard to measure. contribute to some of the issues and challenges the city faces. As much as I’d hoped Hillary Clinton would mop the The Chicken Littles of Worcester will tell you the city is rife with floor with her opponent, even I was surprised it was so easy violence. Who would argue there isn’t violence in the city? In any city? for her to win the debate. All she had to do was let him There have, as of earlier this week, been seven murders in Worcester talk; instead of engaging in a shouting match to counter so far this year. Seven. One life lost is a tragedy, but again, this ain’t Trump’s nonsense, she let him blather on. The more he Mayberry. In cities there is crime. Some crimes are violent. And some violent crimes are deadly. There were eight homicides in Worcester last year, meaning the city is on pace to end up right around that number, barring any unforeseen circumstances. There were seven in 2014. In other words, homicides are not exactly on a sharp rise in Worcester. We hear a lot of talk about the trash in Worcester. To be sure, some neighborhoods are cleaner than others. Not surprisingly, the more economically- and socially-depressed areas are often a little less clean. “When you see the aftermath of a home explosion, it In these spots, more individual and group efforts are needed to help the is the definition of smithereens. They are just blown to cause. Is it fair? Probably not, but it is not unique to Worcester. Go to any bits … it’s frightening, and it’s real, and it’s happening city of similar demographics. If you don’t find trash, you’re wearing blinders. in Massachusetts.” Gangs, too, are an issue here. Police have made inroads in that - State Rep. regard, particularly when it comes to revealing the human trafficking Lori Ehrlich, that has gone on in gangs. The violence perpetrated by gang members D-Marblehead, on should not be excused away as part of an urban city, but the reality the danger posed by is, when compared to the turmoil and unrest plaguing other cities, natural gas leaks. contentions that Worcester is boiling over with violence and hate simply do not measure up. “It’s tragically Oh, and we know the typical response: “We shouldn’t be comparing under-reported.” ourselves to other cities.” - Attorney Jennifer Why? Because it actually disproves attempts to portray Worcester as Davis, speaking at a crime-ridden, filthy crap-hole not fit for human life? a forum at the DCU The haters, naysayers and critics of Worcester need to put on their Center in Worcester on big boy pants and realize theirs is a pretty awesome place. It ain’t college campus safety, perfect, and it’s leaders aren’t either. But some who would replace them specifically about rape are simply playing on your fears. And they’re playing politics. on campuses. An editorial like this might be classified by some as “ball washing” or currying favor with the powers that be. Hogwash. It’s an unbiased, “[The city does not] honest look at a city that has come so far, even if it still has a long put a lot of stock in the marketing efforts of a credit way to go. But it is most definitely on the right track, headed in the reporting webiste, which seemingly based its report on right direction.

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spewed, the more incoherent he became. It reminded me of the best way to handle a toddler throwing a tantrum: let him spin like the Tasmanian Devil until exhaustion takes over and he collapses on the carpet. Works every time, and apparently Hillary Clinton knows it, too. Lester Holt, whom I have always admired as a thoughtful journalist, was the biggest disappointment of the night. Why do moderators think they have to acquiesce to a blabber-mouthing bully? Matt Lauer was spineless and Holt let Trump steamroll his efforts to get real answers from the Sultan of Subterfuge. Edward R. Murrow must be doing gymnastics in his coffin over the lack of backbone shown throughout this campaign. There must be some way to grab the reins from a runaway jackass. let’s hope a strategy is worked out before the next debate. I kept Facebook open during the debate, frequently checking in with like-minded FB friends. Anti-Trump voters were beside themselves watching their nemesis unravel. The occasional Trump troll infiltrated threads, but that was part of the fun. It occurred to me I was finally enjoying politics again, if only for 90 minutes. Since I was old enough to spell the word “democracy” I’ve been a political junkie, but this election cycle has been so ugly it’s taken the joy out of the only sport I follow. I love that 100 million people tuned in - that’s the way it should be. I suspect that slightly less than that number will watch the Pence-Kaine debate, already touted as the cure for insomnia, and I’m hoping Trump doesn’t find some goofy excuse to bow out of the last two debates. If he was the kind of person who took advice, I’d offer this nugget: Do your homework, silly man. Your arrogance is showing.

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“Worcester is losing pieces of what made it so unique many years ago. Within [a] decade, we are destined to be just another cookiecutter, small city.” - Danno Smith, commenting on Worcester Magazine’s Facebook Page about a planned Dunkin’ Donuts replacing Sakura Tokyo on Park Ave.

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Rowing eases the pain Devin Mott

was the budding thespian, hair-dyed, aspiring designer, Ugg-wearing, typical gay boy. Coming of age with only a hypermasculinized father as a role model, all I knew was men were supposed to watch football on Sundays, get drunk and brag about their sexual conquest. However, that wasn’t the role I was growing into. I knew early on I was attracted to men, but without a positive role model in my life I turned to the media for guidance on how I was supposed to act. And that’s what I became: the stereotypical gay displayed on prime time television. But, I quickly learned these “feminine” behaviors were not acceptable by my family. Men needed to be athletic in their eyes, and in an attempt to cover my identity I started rowing. However, rowing ended up revealing who I really am. The sport of rowing started out as a way for me to masculinize myself; it was an attempt to morph into the jock society expects the typical high school male to be. I was anything but that. I was clumsy, uncoordinated and overall undetermined. To be honest, I didn’t give a shit about the sport, and at first I truly

you’re 2,000 meters into a 5k test, your heart pounding, legs screaming, “No more!”, and mind wandering to other places, you learn a lot about yourself. It is in the boat, on the erg, hated being at practice. But, I stuck it out and at the team dinners, that you are able to because practice was far better than my home let go of the outside world and focus on what life. is at hand: making the team the best it can be. Whether I was motivated by the constant I was probably the slowest on my high slurs I heard from my father, or solely to cover school team for the first two years, but my up my identity to my teammates, I began coach always made sure every boat and every putting in more and more work my first year, athlete knew their importance. You make the so much so that I never had a true novice team faster, the bottom person keeps pushing year of high school rowing. The varsity coach the person above them to be faster and above recognized my determination and moved me them to be faster and faster until you have a up into a varsity boat my first year. winning team. Even today, when I sit down on the erg in my college boathouse, I’m not testing to have the fastest score, but rather to have the fastest team. That is something I don’t think I can ever thank my coach for enough; he truly changed my way of thinking and saved my life. Personally, this was the apex of finding As my family’s drama unfolded around me my identity. The cohesion of my high school and my life seemed to spiral out of control, I team, the rawness of everyone reaching their began a long, painful battle with depression. own personal boundaries, and the support Two years ago, after having been kicked out of the coaching staff in pushing you to of home for coming out, I almost lost my your limits and picking you up when you battle with depression. And as I sat in the fell down is why I am so comfortable in my pediatric psych ward a lot of things became own skin. Rowing takes a special person, a clear to me. One morning they asked me to special team really, to be successful. When draw my family in group therapy, and as

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the other kids around me were drawing their parents and siblings and even dogs, I found myself drawing a boat. My team had become the closest thing I had to a family; they had, in a sense, adopted me and made me feel welcomed for who I was During my last night on the psych unit, a nurse stopped and asked me what made me feel happy, what was it in life that I truly enjoyed. And without missing a beat I blurted out, “rowing.” Not just the oneness with the water, the sound of the blade dipping in, or water running under the boat. But the training, the pushing myself to the next limit, and pushing my team to the next level. My coach was right, we all have a role in making someone else be their best. I sit here now in a groutfit, utterly disgusted by the thought of watching a musical and drinking a protein shake. I haven’t been hyper-masculinized by athletics; rather, the positive coaching I received in high school has made me realize no matter how slow or fast you are, you are important in bettering the world around you. This is why I row. When I sit down on that erg the pain stops because I’m not just carrying my weight, but I’m helping to carry the team. — Devin Mott is a Holden resident currently attending Ithaca College

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Natural gas. Due to aging pipes in cities and towns around the state, the potentially harmful – and sometimes deadly – gas is leaking, with experts not quite sure how much is getting out and into the atmosphere. While it proves

that have happened in Massachusetts. “When you see the aftermath of a home explosion,” Ehrlich said, “it is the definition of smithereens. They are just blown to bits … it’s frightening, and it’s real, and it’s happening in Massachusetts.” At the moment, gas leaks are not a major

I can’t remember the last one we had. It’s been probably close to eight to 10 years ... it is an unusual occurrence, but it does happen. - Worcester Deputy Fire Chief John Sullivan, on explosions resulting from natural gas leaks.

most dangerous in an enclosed room, it also poses a large threat to our climate and vegetation. While the dangers of carbon dioxide and the threat it can pose to our climate is generally understood, there seems to be less common knowledge about the primary compound in natural gas, the one that has a much higher global warming potential after it is emitted—methane, or CH4. Once emitted into the atmosphere, methane lingers for an average of 12.4 years, all the while causing significant damage to our climate. The methane of primary concern is atmospheric methane, one of the most potent greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. In regard to the human-related emission of methane, the most prominent is the production, transportation and use of fossil fuels, which leads to what has become a growing concern: gas leaks. According to the Cambridge-based nonprofit Home Energy Efficiency Team, there are an estimated 15,749 gas leaks in Massachusetts. According to a spokesperson for the energy provider Eversource, there are currently 983 gas leaks in Worcester.

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Those numbers, according to state Rep. Lori Ehrlich, D-Marblehead, could actually be much higher. The way Ehrlick sees it, gas leaks are a “very important issue” when it comes to public safety.

“When there’s a leak near a building, the gas sometimes will collect inside an enclosure, so houses, especially in the winter time, when houses are sealed up and pipes are more susceptible to cracking or leaking, gas can accumulate in house and it’s extremely explosive,” said Ehrlich. She referred to several house explosions

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concern for the Worcester Fire Department, according to Deputy Fire Chief John Sullivan. “The preponderance of our calls for gas leaks generally come as a result of two things,” he said. “One is that somebody inadvertently, during the course of construction, interrupts a gas line of some sort. That’s probably the largest number of calls we have. Those are known acts, not willful acts, but known acts by constructions companies who inadvertently hit a line … that’s the majority of calls that we go to, and that doesn’t happen very often, given Dig Safe and all of the markings that get done.” Most of the fire department’s gas leak calls

are during the winter months due to freezing pipes, said Sullivan. And while gas leaks have lead to explosions in the past, some deadly, there haven’t been any in quite some time. “I can’t remember the last one we had,” said Sullivan. “It’s been probably close to eight to 10 years … it does happen, it is an unusual occurrence, but it does happen.”

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Ehrlich’s radar eight years ago, when she learned several communities in Massachusetts were joining in a lawsuit against the gas companies for the damage leaking gas was causing to trees. It all started when cities realized their urban shade trees were dying because of leaking gas coming from broken pipes close by. The leaking gas would starve the root of the tree from oxygen, resulting in the tree dying. Instead of fixing the faulty pipes, gas companies decided to replace the trees — a far cry from a solution, as the new tree would be exposed to the same leaking gas and shortly thereafter die. Ehrlich would soon find herself researching the problem of gas leaks in her hometown of Marblehead. If gas leaks are not a huge concern to everyone, including residents, environmentalists, lawmakers and gas

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Gas leak specialist Bob Ackley of Gas Safety Inc. locates a gas leak on Regent Street. companies, they should be, according to Ehrlich, citing concerns over the potential damage to the climate. While there is awareness of the threat carbon dioxide poses, Ehrlich notes, there is

much less understanding of methane. The truth is methane poses a much greater threat. According to the Fifth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, “methane has a lifetime of 12.4 years,

and with climate-carbon feedbacks, a global warming potential of 86 over 20 years and 34 over 100 years in response to emissions.” Global warming potential (GWP) refers to the relative measure of the amount of heat a greenhouse gas traps in the atmosphere. Specifically, it compares the amount of heat trapped by a certain mass of the gas in question to the amount of heat trapped by a similar mass carbon dioxide. According to Ehrlich, unburned methane, “at minimum, is, 30 times more damaging to the climate than [carbon dioxide].” She calls it a “serious threat to the climate.” A step in the right direction was taken when former Gov. Deval Patrick a couple years ago signed into law a bill implementing a uniform grading system. That bill, filed by Ehrlich, contains a very important piece demanding greater transparency from gas companies. “The gas companies for years have kept records of where the leaks are,” said Ehrlich. “And unless they are right up against a building, they wouldn’t fix them. They would just watch them. So, they had them mapped and they knew where they were, but they wouldn’t share that information … police and fire sometimes would be called if somebody smelled gas in their house, and they wouldn’t know if there was a leak nearby. They just were walking into these houses that could

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explode and [were] not informed as to where the leaks were, so they were pushing for more information, and we got that in the bill. That was 2014.”

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transparency on information as to the whereabouts of gas leaks led to their discovery in more than 200 communities. Audrey Schulman mapped them on Google Maps. Schulman co-founded HEET eight years ago in an effort to provide free energyupgrade work parties to teach hands-on skills to volunteers.

In just five years, Schulman said, HEET has organized more than 225 energy-upgrade work parties, assisted with more than 50 solar installations, trained more than 3,500 volunteers in hands-on energy efficiency skills, reduced the CO2 equivalent of taking 2,169 cars off the road for a year, saved more than three million gallons of water, and saved more

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than $2.7 million in energy and water bills over the lifetime of the measures installed. Schulman said she became interested in gas leaks after reading an article by Boston University professor Nathan Phillips about gas leaks in Boston, where he found 3,300. It prompted Schulman to start researching the issue herself. “I’m in this because of climate change,” she said. “My eldest child was born in the year 2000, so every scientific prediction is phrased in terms of his lifespan - in 2050, when he’s 50, in 2035, when he’s 35. Because of that I think an awful lot about climate change and the world we’re handing down to the next generation because methane is one of the most destructive gases known to science, in terms of climate change. “It is one of the most important [gases] to reduce our emissions of. Scientific estimates are now up to 86 times more damaging to the climate than [carbon dioxide] … these next 20 years are critical in terms of how much damage we do to the climate and planet.” The longer methane remains in the atmosphere, it becomes less destructive. “If, in these next 20 years, we can reduce our methane emissions enormously, we will have the chance to reduce our CO2 emissions also,” Schulman said. “If we can’t control the methane, we won’t.” In an effort to to spread awareness of the alarming rate methane is being leaked and the potential threat it poses, Schulman mapped all of the gas leaks in Massachusetts on Google Maps. She used utility reporting data that comes out once a year to find and locate all of the gas leaks. The uniform grading bill signed by Patrick in 2014 called for all gas leaks to be graded 1, 2 or 3. A Grade 1 gas leak means it is right next to a building, a Grade 2 gas leak is near a building, and Grade 3 is not near a building or property. The vast majority of gas leaks are grade 3. However, what the grading system does not take into account is the quantity of gas being leaked. A leak may be graded as 3, but it could be spewing gas at a high rate. Another concern is the lifetime of the leaks. According to Schulman, the median age of a gas leak in Boston is 16. Over

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So, what have the gas companies been doing to solve the problem?

According to the state Department of Public Utilities (DPU), since 1992 local distribution companies (LDCs) have been required to develop energy efficiency plans that bring cost savings to consumers and reduce the overall need for gas. Under the Green Communities Act of 2008, gas companies are required to submit energy efficiency plans to the DPU every three years for approval. They include weatherization programs, behavioral feedback programs and rebates for the installation of thermostats or the replacement of boilers, furnaces, and water heaters with high-efficiency units. While reviewing the plans, the DPU checks to make sure the plans are delivered cost effectively, administrative costs have been minimized and that competitive procurement processes have been used to the fullest extent, while still being mindful of the ratepayers. Schulman is currently partnering with National Grid on a new project to locate the biggest gas leaks in Massachusetts, so they

Gas detecting sensors and collectors hang from the van Bob Ackley drives while looking for gas concentrations from buried leaking pipes. can be repaired on an accelerated basis at a cost effective rate. Schulman said the gas companies have been helpful and responsive to her efforts. “I think they’ve been remarkable in terms of being open minded to new possibilities,” she said. “It’s hard in a big utility, with a lot of certain inertia heading in one direction, to reconsider how things might be done. In terms of the natural gas gushers, I think they’re

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fix stuff that isn’t considered important until now, so we have to give them some credit. They’ve been told to worry about safety, and they have worried about safety. “On the other hand, I think they could do a better job in a variety of ways around gas leak repair, but they are listening to those criticisms and having internal conversations and I hope those conversations bear great fruit.” Although gas companies haven’t been able to fix gas leaks on account of volume alone, Eversource says it soon will. “The energy diversity bill that was passed and signed into law this summer directs the DPU and the DEP to establish specific criteria for the identification of the environmental impact of Grade 3 gas leaks, and to establish a plan to repair leaks that are determined to have a significant environmental impact,” Eversource spokesperson Michael Durand said. “We’re currently working very closely with other utilities to identify the options available to try to quantify the environmental impacts of specific leaks.” State Rep. Mary Keefe, D-15th Worcester District, believes a misunderstanding and lack of scrutiny is to blame for delayed progress in repairing leaking pipes. “A few years ago we passed legislation that mandated that utility companies had to report the number of leaks that they know of, and there’s questions about the accuracy of

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“It really had to do with two trees that were outside my door that had been sick for awhile,” said Keefe. “I don’t know that it was from gas leaks, but I suspected it was. So I started talking to [Ehrlich], and started learning a little bit more about the impact on trees … In trying to learn more about the impact on trees, I got in touch with the [Worcester] Tree Initiative to see if they were concerned about gas leaks and the trees here in Worcester and we did a little work with John Rogan at Clark University.” It turns out they are. Ruth Seward, executive director of Worcester Tree Initiative, is currently working

to secure a grant to study the effect of gas leaks on trees in Worcester. “Nobody’s done a study here,” said Seward, “My understanding is that if there is a certain level of gas in the soil, then absolutely it kills trees…what I’m unclear on is what a gas leak means. Does it mean a lot of gas coming to the tree? Is it just a little bit? And how does that affect the health? And that’s something we need to study here for a lot of good reasons.” Seward referred to using new trees as a reference for future planting of trees. If a new tree is planted and dies shortly thereafter, there could very well be a gas leak there and replanting a tree in that same spot would end with the same result. “Forestry management is something that we’re interested in, and I know the city is interested in … I’m applying for a small research grant right now … what we would is we’d go out and do a sampling of trees. My recommendation is around 2,000. We have about 19,000 street trees. We’d take about 2,000 in an area and we would just test the soil on all of them. We have tree health assessment sheets, so we’d look at every tree, assess their health, test the soil and then compare. What did this level gas do to that tree — that kind of stuff. That’s what I’m hoping to start here in Worcester.”

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primarily located in poorer sections of the city. “When you look at it like that,” she said, “it doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re ignoring the gas leaks, it could mean that that’s where the oldest infrastructure is. It just so happens that our older neighborhoods are our poorer neighborhoods, and maybe get less service than other neighborhoods, and so it may not intentionally be, ‘Oh, let them live with the gas leaks.’ It may just be that that’s kind of how our city’s developed over time.”

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those numbers, so, even just going off of what we get from the utilities I think we realized that we had a problem and it needs to get addressed and it can’t all get addressed at the same time,” said Keefe, who spoke in March to city councilors in Worcester about gas leaks in the city. She was, as the Telegram & Gazette Nick Kotsopoulos reported, looking for support of a bill requiring utility companies to assume the cost of repairing gas leaks, instead of passing it onto customers in the form of rate increases. Keefe was also pitching a bill requiring utilities to fix all underground natural gas leaks in city streets while the streets are already open for construction. At the time, Keefe reported 841 gas leaks in Worcester, with the oldest dating back to 2005. “I think figuring out priorities and mandating that any time there is an opportunity we’re taking advantage to identify and fix the leak,” she said. “For me … we just passed this energy bill, and as a region we’re trying to understand what our needs are, what our capacity is as we use sources of energy right now, to be thinking about all of that, and to be thinking of a way to get away from fossil fuel and alternatives, and yet to understand that we have that many leaks, that we’re wasting a sources of energy in that way is really not very smart.” Gas leaks in Worcester, Keefe pointed out, are

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When it was announced in February the ECHL would expand to Worcester, area hockey fans were understandably excited, and with team owner Cliff Rucker’s introduction to the community at-large came then-president and GM, Toby O’Brien. O’Brien would depart with an NHL job in hand just a few short months later. Fans were dubious, that is until former Worcester Sharks senior director of business and community development Mike Myers was put forward as president.

Myers spent nine seasons with the Sharks before they left for San Jose and became the Barracuda. In that time with the team, Myers easily slipped into the role of integral community figure, becoming a fan favorite in administration. His tenure with the Sharks developed cyclically with fan interest and what he calls “fan equity”: the ingrained interest in hockey and the goings on of the sport in Worcester through the years. Where O’Brien was upfront with his interest in eventually finding an NHL role (he even said as much in our profile back in March, though the move presumably came much quicker than many expected), Myers is happy in his position and said his role with the city’s newest hockey team, the Worcester Railers, is exactly where he wants to be. “This is what I want to do. When I look back on where I grew up and what I’ve been building towards, this is it,” said Myers. “I don’t look at it as a stepping stone of sorts. This is the opportunity I want. I love the minor leagues. It’s why I love Worcester. You can make an impact at a much deeper level. It’s not dissimilar with the teams. There’s accessibility and ownership over it.” “This is the job I wanted, that I felt I’d be best suited for,” he continued. “Very similar to the way we approached getting a coach/GM, we wanted a president who had been through the grind of running a startup and running a team in the ECHL or AHL. I didn’t have that piece. But I am deeply entrenched in the local marketplace and the community and I think he [Rucker] understands the benefits of that.” Myers was speaking from his desk in Railers HQ, positioned on the second floor of the DCU Center’s Commercial Street side, overlooking Exchange Street and the two new murals on the back of the Worcester Palladium, created by Brazil’s Arlin and Spain’s Sabek.

Worcester Railers President Mike Myers in his DCU Center office.

The office area is emblazoned with the steel blue, gray and white of the team’s colors, and Myers’ personal office is nestled toward the back. Over his shoulder was hockey memorabilia: bobbleheads, jerseys and goalie masks. Prior to his work with the Worcester Sharks, Myers was a prolific goalie mask designer, spearheading the Worcester-based Myers Mask Design. “I ended up painting this when I was 9 years old,” Myers said, pulling a red white and blue face-hugging style mask speckled with stars from a shelf behind him. “My older brother cut the stars out of contact paper. That was it, it was a Bernie Wolfe copy.” Wolfe was a goaltender for the Washington Capitals, signed in 1975. Myers grew up in

the northwest area of Washington D.C., in the years now and I’m starting up an expansion team. It’s kinda neat.” Chevy Chase area. At the time, the Capitals When Myers says “full circle” he isn’t kidwere a recently-founded expansion team in the NHL. While the team was getting its start, ding, and “splattered” may be an understatement. Myers himself was beginning to play street “When I was about 8 years old, Bernie and ice hockey with the older kids in the Wolfe with his stars and stripes mask pracneighborhood, who threw him in the net. ticed in the Fort Dupont rink in D.C., the same According to Myers, “the rest was history.” rink that we practiced in,” said Myers. “They “I didn’t know it at the time, but when I started skating, the Capitals were a year-and- were coming on after and my dad said, ‘Hey a-half old,” recalled Myers. “They were an ex- my son’s the goalie out there and I’m sure he’d love to meet you.’ It was Bernie Wolfe pansion team. When you look at my life, it’s and Jim Bedard. Bernie let me wear his mask been splattered with these sort of full circle moments. What I didn’t know at the time was around the ice and I skated around with the players as they warmed up. that I was learning to skate and play and the community outreach from an expansion team continued on page 20 at the NHL level. Fast forward however many S E P T E M B E R 2 9 , 2 0 1 6 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M 19

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“I can still feel it. It was a Harrison mask, and it weighed a ton to me, and I couldn’t get the eyes lined up, and it was falling off my head. I was holding it up with my glove hand skating with the guys, and they were whacking me on the pads. To this moment, from my childhood memories, that was the peak moment. Everything came into place and all the stars aligned.” Bedard and Wolfe were the goalie tandem for the Capitals. Bedard went on to become the goal tending coach for the Detroit Red Wings until this year. Myers and Bedard would meet again nine years later and ended up instructing together. In the time since his days playing ice and street hockey with the neighborhood kids around Washington D.C., Myers would play varsity hockey at Assumption College from 1989-93. He would later attend training camps to play with the ECHL Hampton Roads Admirals and South Carolina Stingrays. “I realized very quickly I was at the end of my skill level,” said Myers. “It was time to get a real job and I started my business. It was hockey-based, and it was goalie-based, and it kept me in the business. At the time I was coaching at Assumption, I was an assistant and then I took the job with the Sharks. I

and if you went out of your way for them and how you treated them. For me, it’s always been the people and connections. If you lay down your foundation and networks correctly, it will lead you where you want to be.” The Worcester Railers hit the ice in October 2017. This year, on Oct. 14, will be a “Skate to the Date” event at the DCU Center. Worcester Railers Hockey Club members can join the Railers staff and administration as well as meet newly-appointed head and GM Jamie Russell. There will be open ice for fans to skate and a commemorative Railers HC hockey puck for each. For more information on the Railers, or to sign up to be a Railer Hockey Club member, visit Railershc.com.

realized there was one common thread. As I was looking at jobs and the offers that came in immediately were nonprofits, mainly because of my fundraising ability and my book of business through my years, mainly with the Sharks. Nothing spoke to me. “I realized, and not that it was a big surprise, I realized that a hockey job meant more to me than just a hockey job. It was about this common thread. It felt like if I did something else it would be really part time until I found another hockey job. I was prepared to hunker down until I found the right job.” The relationships Myers developed since his youth, his work ethic and his attitude are what brought him to the role he currently holds, and that fact isn’t lost on the president of the Worcester Railers. “People always ask, ‘What can I do to get into sports? What do I need to build my resume?’ I always tell them, ‘Just say yes and be really good to people.’ I don’t care who you are or where you go, people will always remember how you made them feel,

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

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national “Beer with your Buds” survey. Well, apparently, Massachusetts is the most beer-loving state in the country, with 51 percent of survey responders claiming that beer is their alcoholic drink of choice. Options included the aforementioned beer as well as margaritas, wine, cosmos and gin and tonics. It is unclear why “20 shots of well whiskey” wasn’t an option. Further findings were that “domestic beer drinkers are seen as more approachable” than others (take that snooty overseas crafties!) and that overall, the East is the U.S. region that loves beer the most. Interesting? Sure, but I bet you’re not surprised. Drink a cold one Massachusetts, you, um, earned it. WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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ARE YOU THERE HOCKEY FANS? IT’S ME, JAMIE RUSSELL: Newly-named head coach and general manager of the Worcester Railers Jamie Russell sent a letter (an email, actually, which I suppose is just a modern era virtual letter) to Railers Hockey Club Members. Russell introduced himself to fans in the letter, stating, “Worcester has a rich history of hockey and we plan to add a new chapter in building a franchise that will WIN and develop players. The ECHL is an exciting league and we will play a great brand of entertaining hockey.” The question I get asked most often (and I imagine Railers admin as well), is will the team have a NHL affiliation and, if so, with who? Well, here are Russell’s own words: “We have a lot to get accomplished over the next 13 months. I have already begun the process of locking in an NHL affiliation for the 2017-18 season and have scouted several NHL team’s rookie games at the various cities. The Railers will be ready to compete and win come next October.” He also reminded members of the upcoming Skate to the Date event at the DCU Center on Oct. 14, where members can meet the new coach and GM and they, along with the public, can skate on the DCU ice. Yours truly will be there and I look forward to seeing all of your skills on the ice. Feel free to mail donations for my Railers HC membership (season tickets plus) to Worcester Magazine C/O Joshua Lyford, 72 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, Ma 01604. Just kidding. But seriously. A ROLLING CRESCENDO OF AREA MUSIC INDUSTRY LUMINARIES: If you thought the run-on sentences of my story ledes were bad, these subheads have to have you fuming. Anyways, every other month, Ralph’s Rock Diner, 148 Grove St., plays host to Crescendo, a free Central Mass meet-up and discussion panel. This time around, it will take place Wednesday, Oct. 5, and will be centered around band merchandise, endorsements and extending your band’s brand. The discussion will be moderated by the two Crescendo organizers, Ralph’s booking manager and Wachusett Recording owner Mike Harmon. I took part in a discussion a few months ago, and I can tell you firsthand they’re a great time. They’re educational (well, not me in particular, but in general) and fun. Additionally, there will be performances by Alex2E and Dan & The Wildfire as well as raffles and prizes. The panel discussion hosts speakers Jimmy Pemberton, a drummer, creative consultant and entrepreneur; Shawn Flores of ACME Band Supply; Nate Lane, a former artist relations, marketing and promotions and product development manager at Gibson Guitars, inMusic Brands and Guitar Center; and Mike Ciprari, co-founder of SJC Drums. Presumably, Ciprari will discuss the benefits of appearing on “The Profit,” a television show that finds “struggling businesses in need of cash.” Plus, Ralph’s has $1.50 Genesee cans, so this is a win all around. MUSIC AND ART, NOW AVAILABLE “EVERYWHERE:” The Worcester Cultural Coalition has announced two fall Worcester Windows exhibits titled “Local Music” and “Make Art Everywhere.” Make Art Everywhere will be on display at the 28 Franklin St. Bay State Savings Bank and will include a wide array of styles, with mixed media, acrylic and oil paint on canvas and photography by artists such as Meaghan Hardy-Lavoie, Suzan Champeny, Alex Lupafya, Priscilla Messinger, Katie Busick, John Vo, Brent Klockars and Laura Marotta. The artwork is available for sale and the exhibit is runs parallel to the Public Art Working Group and Worcester Cultural Coalition’s #MakeArtEverywhere campaign. The Local Music Exhibit will kick off in the basement level of City Hall, 455 Main St. While you could be easily misled into thinking we would get an awesome hardcore show in the basement of City Hall, this is not the case. Instead, a photography exhibit (not that I’m complaining, photography is great, I was just salivating at the City Hall stage diving possibilities) curated by Worcester Alliance of Photographers’ Priscilla Messinger will be on display, featuring shots by Andrew Plotkin, Bob See, Don Ricklin, Lisa Shea, Kris Paukstys, Mark D Girouard, Priscilla Messinger, Mike McCool, Steve Davi and Ted Theodore. You might not be able to hear it, but you will be able to see a portion of the Worcester music scene for yourself. The exhibits will be on display through the fall. 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The Red Army was an ally in World War II the way chemotherapy is a weapon against cancer. The medicine may save, but it also can obliterate the system, perhaps even leave you begging for death. “The Innocents” chronicles the aftermath of the “liberation” of a Polish convent by a band of Russian soldiers at the tail end of the war. The Russians repeatedly raped the nuns, leaving as many as seven pregnant and one suffering from severe syphilis. As the film opens, the pregnancies are coming to term, and the nuns must deal not only with the upheaval in their bodies, but also the spiritual anguish in their souls. Women who have taken vows of chastity and modesty — who consider it a sin to reveal themselves — question how a benevolent God could have allowed their violation and sanctioned this unwanted motherhood. Into the breach steps Mathilde Beaulieu (Lou de Laâge). A young doctor with the French Red Cross, Mathilde is in Poland to treat death camp survivors. One day a young nun arrives at the field hospital, pleading for assistance with a difficult delivery in progress at the convent. Mathilde is greeted with suspicion on that first trip; then with some skepticism on her return visits. Finally, she builds the trust necessary to become an adjunct to this troubled community. Her greatest gift is not necessarily her medical acumen, but her discretion: the officious Mother Superior is most concerned with the potential for scandal if the news leaked that babies were being born within the convent walls.

Mathilde is an incredible woman as portrayed by de Laâge — strong, tender, compassionate. It stands to reason that her enduring friendship is with Sr. Maria (Agata Buzek), who exhibits the same traits, yet who greets these trying circumstances with the added challenges imposed by her faith. While Mathilde stands as the story’s central figure, it is Maria who assumes the more arduous role of gatekeeper. She hints at a lively past, making her the perfect conduit between the cloistered universe of the convent and the beautiful/terrible realities of the wider world. The film inevitably contains echoes of 1985’s “Agnes of God,” in which a psychologist investigates the delivery of a baby by a novice nun. In that one it was Mother Miriam (played by Anne Bancroft) who connects the worldly with the heavenly, giving way to facts but allowing space for the miraculous. Sr. Maria clearly is destined for a position that will require her wisdom and experience to make decisions grounded in the uneasy terrain where logic meets faith. “The Innocents” is not for the faint of heart. The movie will have you grieving the fate of the most vulnerable in any war zone, especially women in places like Congo, where mass rape is a formalized weapon for exerting dominance and disrupting the social order. Here, the mingling of the sacred and the profane is shocking regardless of one’s religious affiliation, but the movie does not end without hope. Far from it. There is a sequence involving a family photo like none I’ve ever witnessed. And given the turbulence of that photo’s origins and the grace captured within its final form, it is as moving an image as I’ve seen in a film. “The Innocents” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday, and at 1 and 3:15 p.m. Sunday in the Jefferson Academic Center at Clark University. The film is part of the Cinema 320 series.

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My friends warned me Lakeside Bar & Grille grows routinely packed on Friday evenings, but I failed to grasp how a Shrewsbury strip mall restaurant could draw a crowd of their predicted proportions until we walked through the door.

I arrived with three companions at 8 p.m. to find each dining room chair, patio table and bar seat at capacity. A throng of patrons filled every available inch of floor space, sipping drinks and waiting patiently for tables. What surprised me the most was the fact that I usually take Friday night customers

for a finicky bunch, but everyone at Lakeside came across as both comfortable and familiar. No one seemed put off by such close quarters, and the general tenor of the room felt astonishingly calm. The host informed us it would be a 45-minute wait and I fell in line at the bar to order a cocktail. The bartender handed me a collins glass filled with apple cider and Bourbon, garnished with a thick lemon wedge, a drizzle of maple syrup and a fragrant cinnamon stick ($7). She told us she’d transfer the tab over to our table when it was ready. The decor did not aim for stuffy or elegant. Instead, furnishings were sleek black and simple by design, immaculately kept. The carpet was spotless. The lights were bright. It was clear someone obviously took a great deal of pride in maintaining the physical elements of the restaurant, no matter how humble the space. There was a palpable ownership from the loyal customer base, who appeared to treat Lakeside Bar & Grille as they would their own home. After just 30 minutes, the host sat us at a high-top table alongside a large glass window overlooking the glittering lights of the patio. We ordered Cheese Nachos ($9.95) and Buffalo Fried Calamari ($9.95) to start, and the dishes

While we waited for our entrees, we watched a group of gentlemen at the next table engage in a friendly arm wrestling tournament. Our server was quiet and attentive, stopping by to take beverage orders and refill water glasses. “Pam’s Favorite” ($15.95) STEVEN KING arrived first – a bowl brimming with shrimp, artichoke hearts, pickled banana peppers, red chile flakes and feta cheese, tossed over penne. It was the sort of thing I would have dreamed up at the salad bar in my college cafeteria – a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Nothing about Lakeside Bar & Grille felt delicate or deliberately refined; instead, dishes came across as delightfully homespun, like old family recipes. One of my friends ordered the Shrimp Scampi ($15.95), and though our two dishes bore an to the same standard. The Buffalo Calamari uncanny resemblance, I was thrilled to find came tossed in Texas Pete’s hot sauce, but they maintained distinct flavor profiles. The didn’t offer a great deal of heat. Dishes were Scampi offered eight sauteed shrimp served not risky, instead aiming for wide appeal. This with tomatoes and onions over penne with felt like the sort of place you could bring the a zesty lemon, butter and garlic white wine whole family. continued on page 28 arrived promptly. The nachos were correctly proportioned, and I was pleased to see that house made salsa and sour cream arrived on the side as not to render our appetizer soggy. There’s a certain crispness I expect at the beginning of autumn, and I hold my nachos

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sauce. The rest of our party ordered sandwiches, one being a Mediterranean Wrap ($9.95) with very specific dietary restrictions that the chef adhered to perfectly, the other a Chicken Parm Sandwich ($9.75.) The Chicken Parm Sandwich was the highlight of our meal, thanks to the prevalent house made marinara sauce and imported provolone served on pillowy slices of fresh Italian bread. Sandwiches came with heaping piles of perfectly crisped onion strings and french fries along with a deli pickle. For dessert, our server recommended we

had at Bocado.” The all-inclusive cost is $100. For tickets and more information, visit nichehospitality.com. share the Italian Creme Cake ($5.95,) a fluffy layered pastry with a tart lemon glaze. We also indulged in “Joni’s Pistachio Cake” ($5.95) served warm with chocolate chips. Pistachio flavored things often fall into an almond extract trap, but I am proud to report that Joni seemingly takes her pistachios very seriously. This was the real deal. Lakeside Bar & Grille isn’t a fine dining destination (nor does it purport to be), but if Chili’s is what you’re after, I would urge you to opt for Lakeside instead. Our total came to $104.72.

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Singing Competition -- WCCA TV New Voices Awards 2016. It’s that time of year again! WCCA TV is seeking young talented singers between the ages of 14 and 21 to audition for the New Voices Awards singing competition. If you are interested contact us at 508755-1880 or e-mail Joseph at joseph@wccatv.com. The Auditions will be on November 1st and the between 3 and 5:30 p.m. and the finals competition will be November 7th between 3 and 5:30 p.m. It will show on TV throughout November and December. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Free! Worcester Community Cable Access (WCCA TV - Channel 13), 415 Main St. 508-755-1880 or wccatv.com HumanArts presents: The Bach Consort of Worcester. The Bach Consort of Worcester returns to open the 2016-2017 HumanArts series, “A Feast of Baroque Concertos” with a guest artist on the Baroque recorder, Héloïse Degrugillier, playing the concerto in C by Johann Gottlieb Graun. The Consort will also be continuing their series of concerti grossi, featuring Handel’s Concerto Grosso op. 6 no. 1, and Corelli’s Concerto Grosso op. 6 no. 7. Free and open to the public. Noon-1:30 p.m. Assumption College: Chapel of the Holy Spirit, 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7304 or assumption.edu P.E. James at the Grill on the Hill! I’ll be performing at the Grill on the Hill all summer on Thursday nights! I’ll be playing your soft acoustic favorites from the 50s, 60s and 70s from about 5:30 to 8:00 at the Green Hill Golf Course clubhouse off Skyline Drive (pass the Worcester Technical High School and the Armory off Belmont Street). Move into the weekend gently and enjoy your scheduled beautiful outdoor patio sunset with a full bar, dinner, and a touch of music tonight! 5:30-8 p.m. Grill on the Hill at Green Hill Golf Course, Skyline Drive. Open Mic Night/Local Musicians Showcase at KBC Brewery Every 3rd Thursday! Open mic every third Thursday! 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”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording 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 schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free. 6-9 p.m. Kretschmann Brewing Co (KBC Brewing) - Brewery and Beer Garden, 9 Frederick St., Webster. Johnny Dollar Jazz Quartet. Free!. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Basil n Spice, 299 Shrewsbury S. 774-317-9986 or basilnspice.com Open Mic Most Thursdays @ Barbers North. 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”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording 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 schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. Open Mic. Attention Performers- Amateurs and Experts! Do you sing or play an instrument? Are you looking for a crowd that

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up making music her career. Little could she know that one day, a session with the legendary Muscle Shoals keyboardist Spooner Oldham would launch her on a journey of discovery that would give her an even deeper connection with a place she loves. She fell so in love - and felt so at home - with the sweet soul music he’d helped craft decades before, she expanded an original EP into “The Muscle Shoals Sessions,” her third solo release (June 9, 2015). Recording the album at FAME, Black never fails to nail the spot where gospel, blues and R&B collide, and transform into soul. Inspired by Etta James, Mavis Staples, Wilson Pickett, Aretha Franklin and so many others who recorded some of modern music’s most iconic songs in this little Alabama hamlet, Black’s project pays homage to magic made at both FAME and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, as well as to her beloved grandparents, and the cherished memories she carries of childhood sojourns. Black returns to the Bull Run, one of the first Boston area venues she played when starting her career, for a special

Worcester Model Railroaders Inc. hosts an open house Sunday, Oct. 2 in the Steven Linen Mill Complex, 137 Schofield Ave., Dudley, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The kids will love this! See a 15-foot-by-25-foot O-scale layout and a giant, 40-foot-by-50-foot HO-scale layout. Multiple trains will run. Guests, including kids, can operate a model train. Admission is $3 per person. Kids under 12 are free. Handicapped accessible. For more information, contact Peter Smith at 508-373-2760 or by email at pjsmithross@aol.com.

on Facebook. Trivia Night. 8-10 p.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Young “T”. No Cover. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Audio Wasabi. 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. 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. Chad Clements. 9 p.m.-midnight Frank’s 274 Shrewsbury St. Worcester. 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. Karaoke Singing Contest - $500.00 prize. The karaoke contest is open to solo singers 21 years or older. Singers are selected each week to compete in the contest multi-week finals on 11/17, 12/1, and 12/8. During each of those 3 finals weeks, singers will be eliminated until there are 3 remaining who will return for the final competition night on 12/15. At the end of that night, 1 singer will win the Grand Prize of $500.00. There will be open karaoke starting at 9 p.m. The contest portion of the night will start between 10 and 10:30 p.m. and then more open karaoke after the contest. 635 free. 9 p.m.1 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-696-4845. Thumpin College Thursdays. Come dance the night away with our DJ Scrappy every Thursday Night. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. MB Lounge, 40 Grafton St. 508-799-4521. Booty & Jet. Late Show as we present our College Night Entertainment Series. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508926-8877.

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Dont Let Go. 21+ with proper ID Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. intimate performance of her original music, as well as the songs from Singing Competition -- WCCA TV New Voices Awards composed his Quartet for the End of Time while incarcerated in a 2016. It’s that time of year again! WCCA TV is seeking young Nazi detention camp. This piece is deeply imbued, not with the anger the Muscle Shoals Sessions album. The Bull Run is a full-service, farm-to-table restaurant in a pre-revolutionary tavern, located about talented singers between the ages of 14 and 21 to audition for the which those outside felt towards these camps, but with a profound New Voices Awards singing competition. If you are interested contact 35 miles NW of Boston, with plenty of free parking and rustic, oldsense of spiritual escape. Combined with the stark and evocative us at 508-755-1880 or e-mail Joseph at joseph@wccatv.com. world charm. $20 advance; $22 day of show. 8-11 p.m. Bull Run Copland Piano Quartet, the bold and rhythmic “And Life Like Froth The Auditions will be on November 1st and the between 3 and 5:30 Restaurant, Ballroom, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or Doth Throb” for Viola and Cello by Eric Moe, and the exuberance p.m. and the finals competition will be November 7th between 3 and tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com of Schulhoff’s Flute Sonata, this program is a tour de force of great Blue Light Bamdits Performs at Loft, Thurs at 8. 8-11:59 5:30 p.m. It will show on TV throughout November and December. Twentieth Century musical vision. Free and open to the Public. 7-9 This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. p.m. Clark University: Traina Center for the Arts, Razzo Hall, 92 Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cold soldier band. cold soldiers play the blues and whatnot Downing St. Cultural Council, a state agency. Free! Worcester Community Cable with Dwight Perry, Bob Berry, George Dellomo and... No cover. 8-10 Sean Fullerton “Fully” Acoustic. Sean is a Massachusetts Access (WCCA TV - Channel 13), 415 Main St. 508-755-1880 or p.m. Dunny’s Tavern, Lois happy hour party, 291 East Main St., East based solo Acoustic musician with 20+ years of professional wccatv.com Brookfield. experience specializing in Acoustic Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Memphis Lizzy Marquis. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, Dana Lewis Live and Well. 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Co-founded by Amy Black “powerful, authentic, talented and above all soulful,” and jazz, swing, blues, soul, samba, R&B, Broadway, original songs about Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin and guitarist Tony Rombola Blues in Britain wrote, “Black is blessed with a deeply soulful voice Worcester, and other surprises, such as special guest vocalists that melds elements of Dusty Springfield, Mavis Staples and Alberta and featuring vocalist Ray “Rafer John” Cerbone and bassist Brian and instrumentalists. Dancers welcome! 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It’s called blues for a reason! It live performances. For Amy, Muscle Shoals, Alabama, has always was also an opportunity to show the world what a phenomenal guitar Bill McCarthy Every Friday at Barbers Crossing North. held a special magic. Her parents were born there, and some of her Now catch Bill McCarthy playing his heart out every Friday at Barbers player Tony is.” More TBA 21+ 8pm doors $15 in Advance/ $18 at fondest memories were made during frequent visits to both sets North (Sterling, MA) @6:30pm Visit: BillMcCarthyMusic.com for info. the Door Tickets available at showclix.com 89 Green St Worcester of grandparents. Black remembers passing FAME Studios often; it MA thecovemusichall.com $15 in advance/$18 at the door. 8 p.m.-1 Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, was right on the main drag. 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Free. 9:30 Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. Singing Competition -- WCCA TV New Voices Awards magicmikeentertainment.com 2016. It’s that time of year again! WCCA TV is seeking young DJ 21+Canal. N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:40 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, talented singers between the ages of 14 and 21 to audition for the 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. New Voices Awards singing competition. If you are interested contact us at 508-755-1880 or e-mail Joseph at joseph@wccatv.com. The Auditions will be on November 1st and the between 3 and 5:30 GOING DOWNTOWN p.m. and the finals competition will be November 7th between 3 and Go underground with Downtown Underground: Urban 5:30 p.m. It will show on TV throughout November and December. Masquerade Saturday, Oct. 1, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., at the This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Worcester War Memorial Auditorium, Lincoln Square, Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Worcester. Help breathe life into the old Aud with a pop-up Cultural Council, a state agency. Free! Worcester Community Cable party. Dress in nightlife attire and wear a mask for music, drinks Access (WCCA TV - Channel 13), 415 Main St. 508-755-1880 or and more. The event is 21-plus. Tickets are $15 when bought wccatv.com online as an early bird special, $20 general admission. For more Tower Hill Fall Festival Concert: The Hip Swayers / information, visit worcesterdowntownunderground.com or email Concerts at 1:00 & 3:00. The Hip Swayers are a good time, get mperry@pagioinc.com. up and dance band. Their music combines tight rhythms, searing solos and soulful harmonies in an eclectic mix of catchy originals, old time country, and twangy, reverb-soaked surf that keeps your toes tapping and your hips swaying. Free with admission. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Stoddard Education and Visitors Center, Winter Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111. Hip Swayers at Tower Hill. Hips will be playing two sets at 1 and 3 PM in the beautiful Winter Garden! 1-4 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111. Open Mic. Open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a talent! Hosted by Stephen Wright. 6-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800 or nucafe.com Amanda Cote. This Saturday we have the very talented Amanda Cote performing for us. She plays a wide variety of songs. And sounds great doing it. So come on down for some good music, food, and drink. You won’t regret it! N/A. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & >Sunday 2 Bar, Lounge / Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Singing Competition -- WCCA TV New Voices Awards Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! At Quaker Tavern, Rt.146 Exit 2016. It’s that time of year again! WCCA TV is seeking young 2 to Rt. 14a, Uxbridge. Playing & singing the Greatest Hits of the talented singers between the ages of 14 and 21 to audition for the 50’s to the 80’s. “The soundtrack of your youth” Great Food, Full Bar, New Voices Awards singing competition. If you are interested contact Lottery & Me! No Cover. Be There! Free! 7-10 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker us at 508-755-1880 or e-mail Joseph at joseph@wccatv.com. Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Uxbridge. 508-779-0901. The Auditions will be on November 1st and the between 3 and 5:30 Outrageous Greg’s Crazy Karaoke. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Martys p.m. and the finals competition will be November 7th between 3 and pub, . 5:30 p.m. It will show on TV throughout November and December. The Matt Walker Band. Christian Blues Rock! $5 donation. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts 7:30-10 p.m. !Cafe con Dios!, Main Room, 22 Faith Ave., Auburn. Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts 508-579-6722. Cultural Council, a state agency. Free! Worcester Community Cable Auntie Trainwreck. Join your favorite Auntie as we make our Access (WCCA TV - Channel 13), 415 Main St. 508-755-1880 or debut at a familiar Green Street hotspot, The White Eagle, on October wccatv.com 1st, 2016! As always, you can expect plenty of Classic Rock, Blues, Hip Swayers at the Heifer Harvest Fest! Hips are Alternative and party favorites that you will want to dance to all night happening at the Heifer Farm - join us at the harvest fest! 11 a.m. long! Join us for our debut and help us show Green Street who their to 1 p.m. Heifer International Learning Center at Overlook Farm, 216 favorite Auntie should be! 21+, No Cover, music starts nice and early Wachusett St., Rutland. 508-886-2221. around 8 pm! 8 p.m.-midnight Acadia Ballroom at the White Eagle, Assumption College Band Family Weekend 116 Green St. 508-353-1108 or find them on Facebook. Performance. The Assumption College Band under the direction Dan Kirouac & Steve Kirouac. Dan has been part of the of its conductor, Bruce Hopkins, will be performing its first concert regional music scene for thirty years. When not busy with the tribute of the school year in the Laska gym, Hagan Center. Featured will band Beatles For Sale, his solo performances showcase vocals be works from the concert band repertoire from many different accompanied by a six-string acoustic guitar. From the one-hit centuries. Free. Noon-12:30 p.m. Assumption College: Hagan wonders to the lost classics, from the 1960s to today, every show Campus Center, Laska Gym, 500 Salisbury St. is a different experience, drawing from almost 500 contemporary James & Ginny piano jazz and pop. Piano jazz and pop and oldie songs. Steve Kirouac is the former lead guitarist for Rock tunes, fresh beer, fine wine, cider and farm to table menu 1-4 p.m. Ave and Yellow Submarine. More information at dankirouac.com.

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Homefield Brewing, 3 Arnold Road, Fiskdale. 774-242-6365. Assumption College Chorale Family Weekend Performance. The Assumption College Chorale in the first concert of the season will present a concert of varied choral works from traditional to contemporary. The Chorale is directed by Dr. Michelle Graveline and accompanied by Mr. Brett Maguire. This event is free and open to the public. Please join us in the Tinsley Center, Lauring Community Room immediately following the concert for a reception. Free. 2-3 p.m. Assumption College: Chapel of the Holy Spirit, 500 Salisbury St. assumption.edu Performance of Pianist Fernando Ramses Pena Diaz. Musician, pianist, and composer of jazz and classical music, he was born in the city of Colima, Mexico and began studying music at an early age self-taught learning various instruments but with special inclination towards the piano. Fernando is well known for his stylish performances of classical masterpieces, Mexican music, and jazz standards as well as his own compositions. This brilliant young musician has won prizes at numerous competitions in his native Mexico as well as in Spain and Italy. Currently a student of Worcester pianist Malcolm Halliday, he has performed as soloist and with orchestra, and numerous other musicians in concerts in both Mexico and Europe. Currently he is working on a recording of his own compositions at the University of Colima, which will be released in the near future. Come and hear the charm of Fernando Ramses Pena Diaz! Come and hear this charming pianist! Free. 2-3 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Birches Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. 508-852-9007 or briarwoodretirement.com Blue Plate Sunday Jam featuring Trigger. Bring your guitar, bass, voice, drumming ability, harp, violin, etc.. and join in on the jam. We have a full set up and welcome all musicians to come down and have fun. 2:30-6:30 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. 3 Tenors from Around the World: A Tribute to Legendary Mario Lanza. Tenors Benjamin Sloman from Australia and the New York Grand Opera, Raul Melo from Cuba and the Metropolitan Opera, and American Adam Klein also of the Metropolitan Opera join Baritone David Gvinianidze, and sopranos Olga Lisovskaya and Worcester’s own Jane Shivick for a night to remember! Tenor Mario Lanza introduced the world to operatic music and Talents of the World is bringing an unforgettable night of his music to Mechanics Hall. $80, $50, $40, $30, $20. 5-7:30 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org Big Jon Short. 5-8 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-7529439. The Hangover Hour – Wis’awa Szymborska performed by Lea Deschenes. Each gathering of The Hangover Hour honors the work of a dead writer. We specialize in lost or forgotten poets whose powerful work lingers on bookshelves gathering in dust. This week Lea Deschenes will perform the work of Wis’awa Szymborska. Well-known in her native Poland, Wis’awa Szymborska received international recognition when she won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1996. Readers of Szymborska’s poetry have often noted its wit, irony, and deceptive simplicity. Her poetry examines domestic details and occasions, playing these against the backdrop of history. For example, in the poem “The End and the Beginning,” Szymborska writes, “After every war / someone’s got to tidy up.” As always host Dave Macpherson will provide a few laughs along with a literary libation and a performance by the Second Hand Penny Players. Open mic precedes the feature. Come on down. Donations accepted for the performer. 5-6:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! Playing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s out on the patio. “The sound track of your Youth” Best Wood fired Pizza’s, Italian Food, Full Bar, Lottery & Me! No Cover. Come on out! Free! 6-9 p.m. Cafe’ Sorrento, 143 Central St., Milford. 508-478-7818 or find them on Facebook. Open Mic Sundays @ Plaza Azteca! 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:

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Earth: The Murals (in concert with the Higgins School of Humanities The Auditions will be on November 1st and the between 3 and 5:30 Fall 2016 dialogue symposium, “Home (De)Constructed”), Through p.m. and the finals competition will be November 7th between 3 and Nov. 17. 92 Downing St. 508-793-7349. 5:30 p.m. It will show on TV throughout November and December. Clark University: Traina Center for the Arts, Dialogues with This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Mother Earth: The Murals, Opening Reception, Through Nov. 17. 92 Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Downing St. clarku.edu Cultural Council, a state agency. Free! Worcester Community Cable Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Access (WCCA TV - Channel 13), 415 Main St. 508-755-1880 or Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 wccatv.com p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-793Wednesday Night Mahem. Mayhem Entertainment, The Twisted 7113 or clarku.edu Minds Behind the FBW present a completely ridiculous writing Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to tournament with lots of audience participation..Learn more at thefbw. 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for gallery. 310 High St., com Doors open at 5pm, show starts at 7pm. A bracketed style Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.com tournament designed to push burgeoning writers to their limits. $5. College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or thefbw.com Art Gallery, Woven Power: Ritual Textiles of Sarawak and West Wednesday Night Open Mic/Local Musicians’ Kalimantan, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Showcase w/ Bill McCarthy @ Guiseppe’s. To check the Saturdays, through Dec. 14. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Monday - Friday, 2-5 p.m. Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your holycross.edu host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve Danforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are or danforthmuseum.org friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed EcoTarium, Bubbles!, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly Fridays, Saturdays, through Oct. 2; Play on the Plaza, Sundays, gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Oct. owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To 2. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $15.00 adults; $10 for children ages as “open” usually is! Free! 7:30-10:30 p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 2-18, college students with ID & senior citizens. Children under 2 & Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405 or find them on EcoTarium members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Facebook. Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other Open Mic - hosted by Amanda Cote. All genres and acoustic special event. 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.org instruments welcome. 21+ or with guardian. Sign-up begins at 7:30 Fisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham. Free. 8-11 p.m. Legends, Airport Road - Fitchburg Ma, Fitchburg. 978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu 978-895-5883. Fitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Karaoke. Come sing your hearts out with DJ Mikey Mic’s every Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, Wednesday Night. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. MB Lounge, 40 Grafton St. 508Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.org 799-4521. Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. Subterra. Worcester’s only weekly EDM dance party. Resident DJ’s to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, closed Sneaker and the Dryer, Toreba Spacedrift, and Massappeal 21 to Thursday - Saturday. 50 Grove St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or enter $5 at the door- Ladies free until 10pm. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Cove fitchburghistory.fsc.edu Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or thecovemusichall.com Fitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. fitchburgstate.edu Framed in Tatnuck, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 1099 Pleasant ADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development St. 508-770-1270 or framedintatnuck.com Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or adcmusic.com Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456Anna Maria College, 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton. 508-849-3300 or 3924 or fruitlands.org annamaria.edu Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 ArtsWorcester, “The Pace of Nature” by Allison Coelho Picone, p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Jan. 25; Material Needs: Zia 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations Ayub, Crystal Blanchflower, Keenan Cassidy, Pam Farren, Clifton Hunt, accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 Philip Marshall, Jane McKeag-McNeil, Eric Nichols, Stacey Parker, or galleryofafricanart.org Robin Reynolds, and Corinne Rhodes., Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation through Oct. 1. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Hours: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 414 Massasoit Free. 660 Main St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.org Road. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Asa Waters Mansion, Admission: $3 for guided tour $7-10 for Museum of Russian Icons, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, tea. 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-0855 or asawaters.org 11-3 a.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3

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a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (59 +), $7; Students, $5; Children 3-17, $5; Children <3, Free. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5000x17 or museumofrussianicons.org Old Sturbridge Village, Make No Little Plans, Through Oct. 31. Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 free. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 or osv.org Park Hill Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 387 Park Ave. 774-696-0909. Post Road Art Center, Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508485-2580 or postroadartcenter.com Preservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or preservationworcester.org Prints and Potter Gallery: American Arts and Crafts Gallery, “Paint The Town! 2016” Art Exhibit, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Oct. 29. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508-752-2170 or printsandpotter.com Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities, the Arts Center, Hours: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 2-4 p.m. Saturday. 111 Main St., Southbridge. 508-346-3341 or qvcah.org Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free. 633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com Sprinkler Factory, Admission: Free. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West Boylston St. 508-853-5083 or TaprootBookstore.com Tatnuck Bookseller & Cafe, Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday Saturday. 18 Lyman St., Westborough. 508-366-4959 or tatnuck.com The Foster Gallery, 51 Union St. 508-397-7139 or thefostergallery.com Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. 21 Prichard St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, Free to Members & Children under. 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Worcester Art Museum, Blood and Honey, Through Nov. 6; Nude Drawing in the Galleries, Thursdays, through Sept. 29; Tour of the Month: Renoir’s Jewish Wedding, Saturday; The Philosophical Guide to Artists Exhibitions, Tuesdays, Oct. 4 - Nov. 1. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.org Worcester Center for Crafts, Exhibition: The Plywood Tiger, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Nov. 5. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.org

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Worcester Historical Museum, Hours: closed Sunday Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org Worcester Public Library, Knights Of Vartan 100th Anniversary Exhibit, Through Sept. 30. Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655 or worcpublib.org WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu

lectures >Thursday 29

You Can’t Say That: Teaching Controversy in the Age of Trump. In this lecture, Jonathan Zimmerman, professor of the history of education at the University of Pennsylvania, will probe the history of America’s longstanding controversy over controversial issues in schools, explaining the restrictions on teachers and framing a case for lifting them. Zimmerman says, “At a moment when American political discourse has descended to almost unimaginable levels of snark and invective, we need our teachers to model a better way to discuss our differences.” His talk is co-sponsored by the

>Monday 3

Assumption College Applied Behavior Analysis Information Session. 5-6:30 p.m. Assumption College: Carriage House, 500 Salisbury St. graduate.assumption.edu Artistic Centers of the Anglo-American Colonies. Betsy Athens from Worcester Art Museum will present a slide show/lecture tracing the major art centers of the American colonies. 5 (Artist Guild members free). 7-8:30 p.m. Southgate Living Center, Community Room, Julio Drive, Shrewsbury.

>Tuesday 4

Salisbury Street and Park Avenue: An Intersection with History. From Lincoln Square to Kelly Square, Worcester has its share of noteworthy intersections. Join James Welu, Director Emeritus of the Worcester Art Museum for a closer look at these areas and learn fascinating history of these corners and what they reveal about America, both past and present. Free. 2-3 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Birches Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. briarwoodretirement.com A Celebration of Authors 2016 Book Discussion. We’re gearing up for the WPL Foundation’s premier event with a series of discussions on the featured authors’ titles! Read one (or more!) of

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Don’t miss the seventh annual Great New England BBQ Fest Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 1-2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, 499 Mountain Road, Princeton. Take part in a Blueberry Pie Eating Contest and enjoy a pig roast. Live music will play all weekend. The cost is $9 for adults, $6 for children. Cost at the door is $12 for adults, $9 for kids. For more information, visit wachusett. com, email info@wachusett.com or call 978-464-2300. McFarland Center and the Education Department at Holy Cross. Free and open to the public. 4:30-6 p.m. College of the Holy Cross: Smith Hall, Rehm Library, 1 College St. 508-793-3869.

>Friday 30

The National Park Service: Celebrating 100 years. On August 25, 2016 the National Park Service turns 100! Briarwood resident and world traveler, Bob Whitney, will share his awe-inspiring slide presentation, “The National Park Service: Celebrating 100 Years.” Free. 2-3 a.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Birches Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. briarwoodretirement.com

>Saturday 1

Decades of Doubt: the John McCabe Murder Saga book signing & talk. A gripping true-life mystery that follows the case of a 15-year-old boy bound and strangled in Massachusetts in 1969, the ensuing investigation that continues for over forty years, and the shocking events of the resulting trials. About the Author: Eric Wilson was born and raised in Nashua, New Hampshire. After first serving in the United States Marine Corps, Eric began his legal career in 1992 as a trial associate working for a Nashua law firm. He focused and excelled in his new career as a criminal defense and litigation attorney. During that time he tried many cases for clients being charged with an array of crimes from murder, negligent homicide to other major felony matters. In 1998 he became partner in his own law firm, Wilson, Bush, Durkin & Keefe. Through the years, Eric has represented thousands of clients after they have been arrested for a variety of offenses. He has also successfully obtained precedent-setting decisions in the New Hampshire Supreme Court. Eric is a prominent attorney in the area and due to his expertise he has lectured other attorneys on aspects of criminal defense litigation. Free, books available for purchase. 1-3 p.m. Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232.

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the following titles then join us on the dates below for discussion and light refreshments! Reserve a copy today, or stop by the Main Library to pick one up. Tuesday, Sept 6 6:30-8 discussing Boston Girl by Anita Diamant and Guilty Minds by Joseph Finder Tuesday Oct 4 6:30-8 discussing Euphoria by Lily King and The Children by Ann Leary free. 6:30-8 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Saxe Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3. “The Arms Race of 1774.” Starting in September 1774, Massachusetts Patriots and royal governor Thomas Gage raced for the province’s most powerful military resources-cannon and other artillery pieces. That competition cost the royal government control of most of Massachusetts, spread to neighboring colonies, and led to war the following spring. Drawing on his new book, The Road to Concord, J. L. Bell tells the story of this hidden military struggle and Worcester’s central role in it. Free. 7-8:30 p.m. American Antiquarian Society, 185 Salisbury St. 508-755-5221 or americanantiquarian.org

on Philanthropy, Indiana University, former chief operating officer for the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP), and former general counsel for The Tikvah Fund. Free. 7-9 p.m. Assumption College, La Maison Salon, 500 Salisbury St. Great Books! Discussion Group. A book club devoted to understanding and appreciating great writing through the sharing of ideas. Join us! September 7: David Copperfield by Charles Dickens October 5: Resurrection by Leo Tolstoy November 2: Red Sorghum by Mo Yan free. 7-9 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Talking Books Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

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The Harvey Ball. Celebrate the Worcester’s smiley face with Worcester Historical Museum as we present the 2016 “Harvey Ball Smile Award” to Mark and Jan Fuller. Working for Worcester! Tickets and info at worcesterhistory.org or 508.753.8278. $150 per person. 5:30-11 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888.

>Saturday 1

Downtown Underground: Urban Masquerade. Join the underground as we breathe life into the dormant Memorial Auditorium with the pop-up party of the year. Dress in nightlife attire and slide on a mask for two floors of Art Deco architecture transformed by fresh sounds, dances, and cocktails. 21+ must bring valid ID. General admission and a limited number of early-bird tickets available online. Tickets are expected to sell out prior to the event and are not guaranteed at the door. Masks purchased online will be available for pick-up at the event (selection will be on a first-come first-serve basis). Early Bird $15, G.A. $20. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Worcester War Memorial Auditorium, Lincoln Square. worcesterdowntownunderground.com

>Monday 3 - Monday 31

Salsa 101 New Class. Have you always wanted to learn Salsa? SALSA 101 The first step is walking through our front doors. Then the rest is easy. No really, it’s easy. Raices Latin Dance has specially designed this class for the super beginner. We will take our time to break down and explain the fundamentals of New York Style salsa to get you ready for Salsa level 1. In this class you will learn: -Basic footwork -Fundamentals of body movement - Fundamentals of partnering -Salsa/ Mambo dance history -Musicality - Social dancing etiquette 60 Per Person, 100 per Couple. 7-8 p.m. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 917-517-4907 or RaicesLatinDance. com

>Wednesday 5 – 26

Advanced Beginner Salsa. Designed for the dancer who already has a basic understanding of the fundamentals and has completed the beginner salsa class. Each class will start with exercises to get you moving comfortably and confidently to Latin >Wednesday 5 rhythms, transitioning into fundamental salsa footwork, called Assumption College Clinical Counseling Psychology Information Session. 5:30-7 p.m. Assumption College: Carriage “shines”. This class will feature the “Salsa 7” adopted from BAILA Society in NY, which is the seven most popular figures in their House, 500 Salisbury St. graduate.assumption.edu most basic form and the foundation of partner work in New York 25th Anniversary Commemoration of the Republic Style Salsa. In addition, students will gain a better understanding of Of Armenia’s Independence. The observance features a musicality, body movement and salsa history. 60 per person, 100 per presentation (including visuals) by Steven A. Migridichian of his recent trip to Armenia. The program also includes a City Proclamation couple. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 917-5174907 or RaicesLatinDance.com from Mayor Joseph M. Petty; a presentation of books and videos Intermediate Salsa Class. Designed for the student who has to the library’s Knights Of Vartan Collection; a brief introduction of taken beginner through beginner advanced salsa class. This class will the Knights Of Vartan Diaspora For Frontline Family (DFFF); and a focus building upon the “Salsa 7” turn patterns, by dressing up and reception with refreshments. Free. 6-8:30 p.m. Worcester Public combing turn pattern combinations. In addition, leaders and followers Library, Saxe Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-963-2976. “Anti-Semitism: On Campus and in America.” Rabbi Klein will incorporate more musicality, body movement, styling and spinning. This class is designed specifically for students to be able to Lecture: Suzanne Garment will address how we are to understand dance with a variety of different dance partners while developing your the contemporary resurgence of both violent and non-violent antiown personal style and building upon your dance vocabulary. 60 per Semitism. What is its origin, and is it likely to fade away or grow in person, 100 per couple. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple strength? Biography: Dr. Garment is a Visiting Scholar at the Center

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St. 917-517-4907 or RaicesLatinDance.com Salsa 101 New Class. Have you always wanted to learn Salsa? Salsa 101 The first step is walking through our front doors. Then the rest is easy. No really, it’s easy. Raices Latin Dance has specially designed this class for the super beginner. We will take our time to break down and explain the fundamentals of New York Style salsa to get you ready for Salsa level 1. In this class you will learn: -Basic footwork -Fundamentals of body movement - Fundamentals of partnering -Salsa/ Mambo dance history -Musicality - Social dancing etiquette 60 per Person, 100 per Couple. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 917-517-4907 or RaicesLatinDance.com

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Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits - Fridays, Saturdays, Saturday, September 18 - Monday, December 31. Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits 257 Park Ave Worcester MA Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Clubs Showtimes: Friday 9pm-Saturdays 8pm -$20pp Reservations Recommended at 800-401-2221 Prices: $20 Fri/Sat pp except Special Events Drinks and Appetizers available in the show room Full Dinner Available before Show in Restaurant $5off with College ID and Reservations 2 for 1 Active Military or Veterans and Reservations $4 off with Dinner Receipt and Reservations. Fri & Sat Sept 30th & Oct 1st Amy Tee and Friends Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits Great Food and Fun Make Reservations Early at 800401-2221 or online at beantowncomedy.com. $20 per person except Special Events. 6 p.m.-midnight Park Grill and Spirits, Comedy Room, 257 Park Ave. Call 800-401-2221 or visit beantowncomedy.com My Name is Asher Lev - Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Thursday, September 22 - Saturday, October 1. September 22nd October 1st My Name is Asher Lev 4th Wall Stage Company and The New England Repertory Company Present: My Name is Asher Lev This award-winning drama tells the powerful story of Asher Lev, a boy prodigy driven to be an artist at any cost - against the will of family, community and tradition. Born into a Hasidic family during World War II in Brooklyn, his artistic genius threatens to estrange him from both parents and his observant Jewish community. The play follows Asher as he matures as both an artist and a Jew. This modern classic presents a heartbreaking and triumphant vision of what it means to be an artist and examines the tension and conflict between religious belief and artistic freedom and vision. By Aaron Posner/ Adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok Directed by Mike Kiernan. Featuring Frank Bartucca, Beth Goldman and David D’Andrea Limited seating. Reservations strongly advised. Reservations: 508.951.2665 Cost: $25 Suggested Donation, $22 Seniors/Students, $20 Group Rate Performance Schedule: Thursday September 22nd, 8:00 pm Friday September 23nd, 8:00 pm Saturday September 24nd, 8:00 pm Thursday September 29th, 8:00 pm Friday September 30th, 8:00 pm Saturday October 1st, 8:00 pm 4thwallstagecompany.org $25 Suggested Donation, $22 Seniors/Students, $20 Group Rate. 8-9:30 p.m. Sprinkler Factory, 38 Harlow St. Visit sprinklerfactory.com My Name is Asher Lev by Aaron Posner - Adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok - Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Thursday, September 22 - Saturday, October 1. This award-winning drama tells the powerful story of a boy prodigy who is driven to be a painter at any cost - against the will of family, community and tradition. Born into a Hasidic family in post-World War II Brooklyn, his artistic genius threatens to estrange him from both parents and his observant Jewish community. This modern classic presents a heartbreaking and triumphant vision of what it means to be an artist. By Aaron Posner/ Adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok Directed by Mike Kiernan Featuring Frank Bartucca, Beth Goldman and David D’Andrea Performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Performed at The Sprinkler Factory 38 Harlow Street, Worcester, MA Limited seating. Reservations strongly advised. Tickets: Suggested donation $25; Group Rate Available Reservations: 508.951.2665 Website: 4thwallstagecompany.org $25 Suggested Donation, $22 Seniors/Students $20 Group Rate. 8-10 p.m. Sprinkler Factory, 38

Harlow St. Call 508-951-2665 or visit 4thwallstagecompany.org Lenny Clarke - Thursday, September 29. For all you folks that couldn’t get ticket to Lenny’s sold out show here last February, here’s your chance. Buy ‘em now before he sells out again. Nationally known comedian, Lenny Clarke, with the heavy Boston accent and the Don Rickles attitude, might do just about anything. You really

Representing a company of 15th century Burgundian men-atarms, this group employs period clothing and weaponry to offer a lively glimpse of arms and armor, society, and daily life in the late Middle Ages. (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Conference Room, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

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The Dismas Family Farm hosts its seventh annual Fall Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 1, noon to 4 p.m., at 687 Lincoln Road, Oakham. One of three halfway houses run by Dismas House, the nonprofit housing program for previously incarcerated men doubles as a 35-acre organic vegetable farm. Enjoy lawn games, a hay maze, farm tours and more. Cost is $10 for adults, $6 for kids 4-12. Buy tickets at the door or online at dismashouse.org. Save $1 per ticket if you buy yours before Sept. 30. For more information, visit the Dismas House Facebook page or call 508-882-0000.

don’t know what will come out of his mouth next. He came up in the 1980s, the heyday of Boston Comedy, with fellow funnymen Steven Wright, Martin Olson and Denis Leary. In fact he was roommates with Olsen, and their apartment, known by comedians as “The Barracks,” was a notorious “crash pad” for visiting comics, and the subject of a documentary film as Clarke and Leary explain in “When Standup Stood Out.” Lenny has appeared in several television shows like Lenny, Contest Searchlight, The Job, The John Larroquette Show, It’s All Relative and most recently he played the role of Uncle Teddy on Rescue Me. His film credits include Monument Men, Fever Pitch and Southie. Currently he is busy working on the television series, The Winner. “Crazy train” is the term late-night host Jimmy Fallon used to describe Lenny when they worked together on the 2005 movie “Fever Pitch.” The Bull Run is a full-service, farm-to-table restaurant in a pre-revolutionary tavern, located about 35 miles NW of Boston, with plenty of free parking and rustic, old-world charm. $26. 8-10:30 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Road, Shirley. Call 978-425-4311 or visit tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Unelectable You - Sunday, October 2. In this new era of viral gaffes and social-media campaigning, of rebels preaching to the disenchanted on both sides of the aisle, who even knows what makes a presidential candidate electable anymore? Join Slate and the Second City as we try to figure it out, in an evening of comedy, insight and topical musings that we’re calling Unelectable You. Through sketch comedy, improvisation and a whole lot of audience interaction, the satirical muscle of Second City will harness the often contrarian and cutting edge voice of Slate to take aim at the election, the candidates, the spin, and even Slate itself. The result is a thoughtful, funny and completely self-aware evening that’s purely Second City, and purely Slate. Tickets are $34 and $44 depending on seat location. 10% discounts are available to members and groups of 10+. Please call the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information. . 7-9 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. Call 877-571-7469 or visit thehanovertheatre.org

family >Thursday 29 – Friday 30

Friends of Goddard Library Annual Book Sale. More than 10,000 books are available priced at one dollar for hard-covers and fifty cents for paperbacks. The only exception is several separated tables with well over 700 books individually priced from $3 to $25. On Friday, all books will be half-price. Contact Dr. Mott Linn, Head of Collections Management, Goddard Library at 508-793-7572, if you have multiple boxes of books to donate to our book sale and would like someone to pick them up. For any questions or concerns, please email lscricco@clarku.edu. Visitors can park on the top floor of the Kneller garage at Clark University. 8:30-3:30 a.m. Clark University: Goddard Library, Academic Commons First Floor, 950 Main St. 508793-7573.

>Saturday 1

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or older. With the New England Patriot’s being reigning Super Bowl Champs, these tickets will sell out fast so be the first to get yours. All proceeds from the Mayo Bowl benefit Boston Medical Center (BMC). In 2014, Jerod Mayo made a pledge to raise $1.5 million for BMC over the next three years - 2014 to 2017. The 6th Annual Mayo Bowl contributed to this pledge by raising over $400,000.00! 6-10 p.m. Kings, 600 Legacy Place, Dedham. 781-421-3025 or mayobowl.com

fairs/ festivals >Saturday 1

Art and Music Makers Festival. Not your average craft fair! Artist Demonstrations, art & craft making, art vendors, live music by Holdin’ Back Band and Lizzie James & the Greystone Rail make this free event one you won’t want to miss! Food available for purchase from: Anzio’s Brick Oven Pizza, The Dogfather and Bit’chin BBQ. 10 >Sunday 2 a.m. to 3 p.m. Alternatives Unlimited, Inc. & Whitin Mill Complex, 50 Arms and Armor: Onna-Bugeisha: Women of the Douglas Road, Whitinsville. 508-234-6232 or alternativesnet.org Samurai. The official title of a Samurai’s wife was, “The One who Harvest Festival. Come enjoy our Harvest Fair on Saturday, remains in the Home.” But what did these women really do while the October 1st from 10am-3pm. For more information call (508) men were away? From warriors to poets, manning catapults to writing 764-8058. Tables will include: *Bake Table including delicious laws, no two lives are quite the same. Come and learn the stories of jams and jellies. *Attic Treasures of good used items and clothing. a few outstanding women from the age of Samurai! (Programming *Jewelry table with beautiful jewelry at discount prices. *Craft Table subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 11:30 a.m. to with beautiful crafts made by church members. *Lunch including 12:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Conference Room, 55 Salisbury soup, sandwiches, chili, and apple pie. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Elm Street St. 508-799-4406. Congregational Church, 61 Elm St., Southbridge. 508-764-8058 or find them on Facebook. Hey Day at Wachusett Meadow. Join us for farm-related demonstrations, exhibits, and hands-on activities for all ages, >Saturday 1 including cider pressing, hayrides, and canoeing. There will also be Starry Night Boston 8.5K. Join us at the Starry Night 8.5K, cider, baked goods, produce, and products offered by the Princeton an evening walk/run that gives hope to children and their families Farmer’s Market, Red Apple Farm, and other area farms. Children fighting one of the deadliest forms of childhood cancer. Each of can enjoy a mini-maze, farm animals, pumpkin painting, and free the 28,000 steps in this 8.5K honors one of our Stars, the 28,000 pony rides. Members of the Princeton Arts Society will exhibit farmchildren living with a brain tumor. The course will include a shorter related and rural landscape-based artwork. Sponsored by Wachusett distance for walkers and there’s even a children’s 50-yard dash Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary. For more information, call 978.464.2712. anyone can help us cure the kids! Following the walk/run, enjoy Children 3 and under free. Raindate: Sunday October 2 (but only food, music, entertainment and fun for the whole family. The event in the event of torrential rain). $8 Adult Members, $10 Adult will close as participants light the nighttime sky with lanterns to Nonmembers, $5 Child Members, $8 Child Nonmembers. 11 a.m. to show support and hope for a cure. This beautiful and meaningful 5 p.m. Mass Audubon: Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 ceremony brings you together with the families you’re helping, and Goodnow Road, Princeton. 978-464-2712 or massaudubon.org as a community we demonstrate our commitment to curing the kids. Old 78 Farm Fall Festival. The 7th Annual Old 78 Farm Fall The funds you raise through Starry Night 8.5K fund critically needed Festival will take place this year on October 1st at the Old 78 Farm research into the more than 100 types of childhood brain tumors and at 823 Orange Road in the small “Right to Farm Community” of provide support services for local families. Navigating a brain tumor Warwick, MA. This family friendly event features local craft vendors, diagnosis is one of the hardest things a parent can do. Your funds food produced from the farm, and award-winning local and nationally will help provide educational materials, financial support and other known musical acts to the delight of the 500+ people who attend. resources for families fighting for their child’s life. Free. 3-9 p.m. $10-$15. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Old 78 Farm, 823 Orange Road, Christian Herter Park, 1175 Soldiers Field Road, East Boston. 800Warwick. 978-673-8085 or find them on Facebook. 253-6530 or pbtf.convio.net

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The 7th Annual Mayo Bowl. The Mayo Bowl is the largest professional athlete attended event in the New England area. Super Bowl Champion and former New England Patriot’s linebacker and co-captain, Jerod Mayo, has hosted the annual celebrity bowling tournament at Kings in Dedham, MA since 2010. Each year the Mayo Bowl sells out all twenty bowling lanes, attracts well over 400 event attendees and reaches over 4.2 million individuals through social media. The event features a Red Carpet introduction, both silent auctions, and a chance to see past and present New England Patriots players bowl for charity. There are only 100 General Admission Party Passes being sold for the event. These passes include admission to Kings, complimentary hors d’oeurves and beer. This ticket does not include the holder to bowling. Holders must be 21 years of age

7th Annual Great New England BBQFest. Join us for the 7th Annual Great New England BBQFest featuring some of the area’s best BBQ vendors! Highlights of this year’s event include the Oysterfest, now featuring Oysters on the half shell, clam chowder and shrimp, along with a daily Oyster Shucking Competition! The People’s Choice Awards will feature Chili on Saturday and Pulled Pork on Sunday! Then there’s the ever-famous Farmers’ Market and Craft Fair and Beer Tent throughout the weekend. Blueberry Pie Eating Contest Pig Roast Live music all weekend Advance: Adults $9, Children $6 Door: Adults $12, Children $9. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, 499 Mountain Road, Princeton. 978-464-2300 or wachusett.com American Craft Fair At Tower Hill Botanical Gardens. An American Craft Festival at Tower Hill Botanical Garden Free with Admission Saturday, October 1, 2016: 10am-5pm Sunday, October

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pumpkin patch and, of course, all the farm animals. Live bands will play on the main stage, and the Dale Perkins Horse Show will perform daily at 1 pm. Bands include Boston-based Kat Kennedy, and local bands: The Hip Swayers, Hard to Say, Lalla Rookh, and Fernside. $20 per vehicle - feel free to carpool! $20/per vehicle. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Heifer International Learning Center at Overlook Farm, 216 Wachusett St., Rutland. 5088865000 or heifer.org

town offices. Two years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence, almost five thousand Worcester County militiamen marched into the county’s seat. They seized the Royal court and, without firing a shot, forced each Royal official to recant the coercive acts and their allegiance to British Parliament. The Worcester Revolution ended British rule in Central Massachusetts and spawned the demise of British rule across the commonwealth outside Boston. The battles of the American Revolution would take place elsewhere, but the actual transfer of power - political and military independence - occurred first in Worcester. The effects of this rebellion were enormous both for 18th-century Massachusetts and for the emerging nation. What is Worcester Revolution 1774? The time to celebrate Worcester’s role in the American Revolution is now and Worcester Revolution of 1774 is bringing central Massachusetts’ role to light. A summer of local programming will culminate on October 2nd, 2016 in an afternoon celebration of Worcester County’s revolutionary history. On October 2nd, 2016, join an afternoon fair commemorating this historical moment. Activities will include: An interactive reenactment depicting the overthrowing of British rule in Worcester. A professional play telling the story of the Worcester Revolution. Living History. Lectures and Discussions. Music and Entertainment. Activities for kids. Tours of revolutionary Worcester. Free. 1-5 p.m. Salisbury Mansion, WAM, AAS, Salisbury Mansion, Tuckerman, etc., 40 Highland St. 508-538-1776 or revolution1774.org

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First Saturday of the Month Volunteer Days at Broad Meadow Brook. : Help care for the sanctuary and enjoy a few hours of fresh air, fun and fulfillment. Come once or every week and become part of our growing group of sanctuary volunteers. Together with Mass Audubon staff, put up signs and markers, look for wildlife tracks, pick up branches, fill bird feeders, tend the gardens, and distribute program information. Some tasks may require heavy lifting. Ability to work without supervision required. Carpentry skills welcome. Nature lovers appreciated. Free. 9 a.m.-noon Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road. 508-753-6087.

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Anna Maria Sept. 30 @ Norwich, 6 p.m. Oct. 5 v Lasell, 4 p.m. Assumption Oct. 1 @ Franklin Pierce, 6 p.m. Oct. 3 @ Bridgeport, 6 p.m. Oct. 5 v New Haven, 4 p.m. >Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 Becker American Craft Fair. American Craft Fair at Tower Hill In Oct. 1 @ Elms, 3:30 p.m. Collaboration with the Worcester Center for Crafts A Juried Craft Oct. 5 v Rhode Island Col., 6 p.m. Festival October 1 10AM - 5PM October 2 10AM - 4PM Exhibitor Clark selection has been finalized Free with Admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 2 @ New England College, 1 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Stoddard Education and Visitors Center, 11 Oct. 5 @ Mount Holyoke College, 6 p.m. French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 128 or towerhillbg.org Holy Cross Oct. 2 @ Navy, 1 p.m. >Sunday 2 WPI Tower Hill Fall Festival Concert: The Page Turners / Oct. 1 @ Emerson, 4 p.m. Concerts at 1:00 & 3:00. The Page Turners share an affinity for Oct. 4 v Coast Guard, 7 p.m. original songwriting and playing old-time/bluegrass music. Free with WSU admission. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Stoddard Education and Visitors Oct. 1 v Fitchburg State, 12 p.m. Center, Winter Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111. Oct. 5 @ Keene State, 6 p.m. Celebration of the Worcester County Revolution of 1774. The Celebration Quick Facts What: A Free Celebration for all Men’s Soccer ages in the style of “First Night” When: October 2nd, 2016, 1pm Anna Maria 5pm Where: Salisbury Cultural District, Worcester MA Imagine, in Sept. 30 @ Norwich, 4 p.m. the year 1774 . . . The Massachusetts Charter had been revoked. Oct. 4 @ Becker, 4 p.m. Citizens of the Province were stripped of the right to vote and hold

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Assumption Sept. 30 v American Int’l, 7 p.m. Oct. 4 @ Molloy, 6 p.m. Becker Oct. 1 v Daniel Webster, 1:30 p.m. Oct. 4 v Anna Maria, 4 p.m. Clark Oct. 1 v Springfield College, 1 p.m. Oct. 5 v Rivier, 7 p.m. Holy Cross Oct. 1 v Bucknell, 1:05 p.m. Oct. 5 @ Army West Point, 7 p.m. WPI Oct. 1 @ Emerson, 1 p.m. Oct. 5 v Wentworth, 7 p.m. WSU Sept. 30 @ Fitchburg State, 7 p.m. Oct. 5 @ Rhode Island College, 4 p.m.

Field Hockey

Anna Maria Sept. 29 v Lasell, 5 p.m. Oct. 4 v Framingham State, 4 p.m. Assumption Sept. 29 v American Int’l, 7 p.m. Oct. 1 v Stonehill, 6 p.m. Oct. 5 v Southern N.H., 7 p.m. Becker Sept. 29 v Clark, 4 p.m. Oct. 1 v Wheelock, 11 a.m. Oct. 5 v Bay Path, 4 p.m. Clark Sept. 29 @ Becker, 4 p.m. Oct. 1 @ Mount Holyoke, 1 p.m. Oct. 4 v WPI, 7 p.m. Holy Cross Sept. 30 @ Lehigh, 7 p.m. Oct. 2 @ Temple, 12 p.m. Nichols Sept. 30 v Gordon, 4 p.m. Oct. 4 @ U New England, 5 p.m. WPI Oct. 1 @ Babson, 12 p.m. Oct. 4 @ Clark, 7 p.m. WSU Oct. 1 @ Plymouth State, 1 p.m.

Volleyball

Holy Cross Sept. 30 v Loyola, 7:05 p.m. Oct. 1 v American, 4:05 p.m. Nichols Oct. 1 @ Wentworth, 11 a.m. Oct. 5 @ Western New England, 7 p.m. Assumption Oct. 1 @ Southern N.H., 1 p.m. Oct. 4 v Le Moyne, 5 p.m. Anna Maria Oct. 4 v Johnson & Wales, 7 p.m. Becker Sept. 29 @ State Joseph, 7 p.m. Oct. 1 @ Lesley, 1 p.m. Oct. 4 v Regis, 7 p.m. Clark Oct. 1 v Mount Holyoke, 11 a.m. Oct. 1 v Rhode Island College, 3 p.m. Oct. 4 @ Springfield, 7 p.m. WSU Sept. 30 v Emmanuel @ Roger Williams Invitational, 5 p.m. Oct. 1 v Johnson & Wales @ Roger Williams Invitational, 1 p.m. Oct. 1 v Bridgewater State @ Roger Williams Invitational, 5 p.m.

WPI Sept. 29 v Salve Regina, 7 p.m. Oct. 1 v Curry, 1 p.m. Oct. 1 @ Salem State, 3 p.m. Oct. 4 v Babson, 7 p.m.

Men’s Tennis

Clark Sept. 30 @ ITA Regional Championships, TBA Oct. 1 @ ITA Regional Championships, TBA Oct. 2 @ ITA Regional Championships, TBA Oct. 2 v Salve Regina, 1 p.m. Oct. 5 @ Holy Cross, 4 p.m. Holy Cross Oct. 5 v Clark, 4 p.m.

Women’s Tennis

Assumption Oct. 5 @ Merrimack, 3 p.m. Becker Sept. 29 @ Eastern Nazarene, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 5 v Regis, 3 p.m. Clark Oct. 1 @ Mount Holyoke, 12 p.m. Oct. 4 @ Smith College, 4 p.m. Holy Cross Sept. 29 v Connecticut College, 4:30 p.m. Oct. 4 v Bryant, 4 p.m. Anna Maria Sept. 30 @ Bay Path, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 1 v St. Joseph, 12 p.m. Oct. 5 v Suffolk, 3 p.m. WSU Oct. 1 @ Bridgewater State, 12 p.m. Oct. 4 @ Mass.-Dartmouth, 3:30 p.m.

Men’s Golf

Assumption Oct. 2 @ Northeast-10 Conference Championship, TBA Oct. 3 @ Northeast-10 Conference Championship, TBA

Women’s Cross Country Clark Oct. 1 @ Saratoga Invitational, 12 p.m. Holy Cross Oct. 1 @ Paul Short Invitational, 9:30 a.m.

Men’s Cross Country Clark Oct. 1 @ Saratoga Invitational, 11 a.m. Holy Cross Oct. 1 @ Paul Short Invitational, 9:30 a.m. WSU Oct. 1 @ at CCRI Invitational, TBA

Football

Anna Maria Oct.1 @ Castleton, 1 p.m. Assumption Oct. 1 v LIU Post, 1 p.m. Becker Oct. 1 @ Gallaudet, 12 p.m. Nichols Oct. 1 v Western New England, 1 p.m. Holy Cross Oct. 1 @ Lafayette, 3:30 p.m. WPI Oct. 1 v Union, 1:30 p.m. - College Sports listings compiled by Zacharty Martucelli, intern

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

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Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Unit C, section Heritage II, plots 1 and 2. Today’s price is $6500, asking $3500. 508-344-9626 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

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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 Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Garden of the Cross Premier Location, Must sell Value $5250 Asking $4000 OBO 508-799-5678 FOR SALE Golf clubs, bag, cart (used) Asking $250. 508-865-5726* C-13 Zeppelin Stamp Flag Cancelled $200. Got Stamp Questions? Call Ron at 413896-3324

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

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1960’s MYSTERY WOMAN CAN YOU HELP? Author Terrance Ryerson Neal - SEEKS identity of woman born Essex County MA AREA, 30-40, petite, dark hair, disappeared 1960’s. 828-458-7868

Orange and yellow kayak with paddles and vest. Perception Sport. Light weight @ 40 pounds. $350. 978-870-0181 Audi A7 rear cargo mat and rubber floor mats. $90 for both. 508 865-9584 Cuban Freedom Fighter Camouflage jacket. $40. 978534-8632

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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

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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

Solid Oak Cabinet 90" Tall, 30" Wide, 18" Deep. 6 Shelves. Paid $1100, asking $245. 508-963-0256 Amana ART104TFDW 14.3 cubic foot refrigerator/freezer, bought new, excellent condition, $375. 978-400-4030

Doors for Sale 1 beautiful wooden door 36-80, 1 screen door 36-80. Good condition. Call 508-798-7008. Samsung Replacement Battery for S4 Mini LTE GT i9190. Never used. $25 or best offer. Cost over $40. 508-797-9182 Small Scale Sleeper Sofa Double bed size. 76" W, slip covered. Exc. condition. $250. 508-829-4004 4 Michelin Snow Tires Mounted on original 16 inch alloy wheels for Toyota Camry. $450. 508-756-4413

FURNITURE Corner Hutch Solid pine - 4 doors - 48" x 76". Accommodates 42" television. $250. Photo available. 508-829-6792 WOOD FOR SALE

Brother HL-2170W Wireless Laser Printer, bought new, very good condition, $50 978400-4030 Heavy Duty Prototype PVC Pipes Hammock Frame w/1 cloth & 1 rope material, all accessories. $75 978-537-9925

FIREWOOD Seasoned 100% hardwood cut and split. Free delivery on 2 cords (128 cu. ft.) orders. Call or text Cami for more info. 508-918-0767.

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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 Yard Sale 109 Sycamore Drive in Holden. Sunday 9/25/2016. 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Household items, clothing, snow thrower and more.

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. Princeton - Sat., 9/24 100 Brook Station Rd, 8-2 GARAGE SALE! Antiques, furniture, old bottles, artwork, horse and pet supplies, wreaths & dry flower bouquets, doors Holden - Sat., 10/1 9-2, Rain date 10/2 321 Main St. Lots of great finds, home of artist/designer. Some vintage furniture, pottery, tools (old and new), sports equip., kids stuff.

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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. Open Tuesday-Saturday: 10-5, Sunday 11-5, FR E FREE Be sure to check us out on Facebook ParkEin g Admission

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Paxton, ma| 4 bedrooms| 1.5 baths | mls id: 72035969|$315,000

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Easy and comfortable living for family time or entertaining with a kitchen dining room, family room area. Space for each family member to relax and enjoy the home, exterior plantings, pool and private grounds.

“When choosing your home means choosing a lifestyle.” Your time is always my priority!

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Easy to finish basement for additional living area. Location makes for an easy commute. Fabulous opportunity to own in the sought after Wachusett School District.

REMARKABLE! 5 BR 4 BA home w/over 5000 sq. ft of living space! Sophisticated, custom designed home. Set on an exquisite, 1.83 acre lot w/professionally landscaped in-ground pool. Impeccably maintained by its original owners. Careful attention to detail reflected in the entire home. Beautiful granite foyer lit by a gorgeous golden chandelier. Amazing kitchen w/granite counter tops & SS appliances. Enjoy surround sound in your basement media/pool room. Escape to your spa-like bath in the large 2nd flr master suite. Spacious through out w/room for extended family with 4 BR on 2nd fl r & one on 1st flr. Serene setting, all in close proximity to high way access, Routes 190, 495, 290 & the Mass Pike.

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Leominster $159,900 Longtime family home well located on Pleasant St. 2 bedrooms plus first floor den. Some hardwood flooring. Updated boiler. Big beautiful rear yard with garden space. Needs updates. Nice opportunity for home ownership. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x 102 www.gaillent.com

Leominster $209,900 4 bedroom 2 full bath contemporary. Convenient to Rt 2 and 190. Aberman Assoc Inc. John Keefe 978-537-4971 x 107

Leominster $349,900 Upper west side 8 room colonial offers 4 corner bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, first floor laundry, first floor family room with cathedral ceiling and skylights, wood stove, back to front living room with fireplace, formal dining, nicely landscaped 1/2 acre lot Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 101 www.paulasavard.com

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Yasmin Loft Anna Mary (706) 870-4000 Kraemer CRS

Conference Center 486 Chestnut Street, Suite 11 Gardner MA 01440

COMMERCIAL CORNER: Gardner $179,000

Great central business district property with two first-floor commercial units and a lovely three-bedroom apartment upstairs. Large basement with several rooms. Double garage and parking area in rear. Ideal opportunity to live and work or rent out apartment for extra income. Buyer due diligence to include verification of property details, condition, and allowable uses by the City of Gardner. Contact listing agents for information regarding Seller improvements. Aberman Assoc Inc Peter Haley 978-537-4971 x109

Sterling $199,900

Cute 2 bedroom 2 bath 2 story cottage, ready to move in. Interior to be re painted 2 colors of the buyers choice prior to closing. Front windows on order for replacement.Aberman Assoc Inc Paula Savard 978537-4971 x 101 www.paulasavard.com

Paxton $219,900 Hard to find a better location than this one. Located at the end of a small Cul -de-Sac abutting woods. Large level half acre lot offers opportunity for gardening, or a good place to park the toys. Open and airy 3 bedroom ranch has vaulted ceiling in kitchen with skylights and beams. Attached mudroom is a great place to drop the coats and boots etc. Oversized two car garage with workshop area and plenty. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x102 www.gaillent.com

Lunenburg $359,900

Gambrel/Dutch Style Home on a private 2+acre. Open Concept front to back Kitchen and Living Room w/ Gas Fireplace. Lg. Cedar Deck and 3 Season Screened Porch which overlooks the back yard! The Lg Master Bedroom has a Lg Walk-In Cedar Closet! Two additional Bedrooms have Ample Closet Space. Awesome Bonus Room in Basement can be used for Home Office or Playroom. Oversized Garage with Workshop/Storage Area. Two Sheds with Power/Lighting. Many extras: High Tech-Multi-Zone HVAC Sysytem, Home Automation Controls, And Whole House Humidifier! Electronic Air Purifier, Water Filtration System with Softener and RO Drinking Water System. New 50yr. Roof in 2015, Anderson Windows, And More!! Aberman Assoc Inc John Keefe 978-537-4971 x 107

Tara Sullivan

Linda Barry

Robin Dunbar Bain

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Leominster $139,900

Classic Bungalow style with wood floors, updated roof, windows, & bath. Clean and ready to be moved in. Plenty of off street parking. Full basement with updated heating system. On bus line and near shopping and restaurants. Commercially zoned. Aberman Assoc Inc Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x102 www.gaillent.com

Gardner $204,900

Although minutes from major routes, this lovely property is tucked away on a beautiful wooded lot surrounded by mature trees in an established neighborhood. Enjoy this charming 4 bedroom, 2 full bath Cape with vinyl siding, vinyl windows and a young roof ~ hardwood floors throughout with ceramic tile in the bathrooms....plenty of cabinets in the sun filled kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and room to entertain! Office/play area nook upstairs, Huge living room with custom tiled fireplace.... Your choice of oil or wood heat or use both! Full basement with laundry hookups with lots of storage....see this one before it’s gone! Aberman Assoc Inc. Tracy Sladen 978-537-4971 x 106

Lancaster $329,900 This final phase end unit at Blue Heron Pond’s 55+ neighborhood is two years young and LIKE NEW. Cathedral Ceilings, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops and professional grade stainless steel appliances make this unit a must-see. First floor master bedroom features vaulted ceilings & private master bath and laundry area. Upstairs includes a loft, a large guest room with walk in closets, another full bath and a walk-in attic storage area. Don’t forget the breathtaking three season porch for morning coffee & attached 1 car garage. Enjoy quality SINGLE FLOOR LIVING with space and privacy for guests on the second floor. Aberman Assoc Inc. Hannah Grutchfield Meyer 978-537-4971 x 108

Athol $1,400,000 Handsomely built Chateau sited on 222 Acres. Offers about 1/2 mile of waterfront on Secret Lake. Commanding Views for miles. Custom crafted post and beam. Stone and brick exterior. Soaring ceilings with open concept living areas accented with cozy corners and warm gas or wood stoves. Uniquely built to be self sufficient with active solar producing electricity. Massive stone fireplace. Multiple baths and 4 bedrooms. Double kitchens and walk in pantry. Private beach area. Oversized detached garage for storage cars, rec. vehicles, boat etc. Off the Grid but easily accessible with Rt. 2 East and West nearby. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x102 www.gaillent.com

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www.centralmassclass.com COMMUNITY 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.

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT FOR RENT Holden- 1 BD. 1st flr, ht incl’d, off st prkg, w/d. No smoking/ no pets. $750/m. 1st/last/sec. Call Sue 508-421-6884

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 416 Main Street, Athol1000+ Sq/ft, retail/office, formerly Nail and Hair salon. On-site management maintenance. Excellent well maintained, convenient, downtown location. Call 978-249-2622.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT Office or Business Completely renovated, 1800 sq. ft., West Boyston Ctr, near schools & park. In mini-mall next to Darby’s Bakery. 508-829-5477 Ask for Russ. OPEN HOUSE

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Request For Qualifications (RFQ) AE Services Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) WHA IQC No. 2015-08 September 2016 In response to a Request For Qualifications (RFQ), the Worcester Housing Authority (WHA) is seeking design services from up to five (5) qualified design teams to provide Architectural/ Engineering (AE) Services as part of an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) at Federal Developments (WHA Job No. 2015-08). The initial term of the contract will be three (3) years, renewable by one (1) one-year period at the sole discretion of the WHA. The total duration of the contract, including all extensions, shall not exceed five (5) years, or close out of all task orders, whichever is sooner. The maximum fee is $500,000 for an initial three-year period, with an increase of $100,000 for each year the contract is extended at the sole discretion of the WHA. Task orders will be solicited for various projects up to the fee’s upset limit. The construction budget for projects is between $2,000 to $1,500,000. A briefing session will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the Worcester Housing Authority, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA. Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2016. Proposals shall be submitted electronically to Mod-Bids@worcester-housing.com. Write 2015-08 IQC AE Services in the subject line. Hard copies shall be delivered to: Tina Paez, Administrative Coordinator, Worcester Housing Authority, 81 Tacoma Street Worcester, MA 01605 Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) are available on the Worcester Housing Authority website (http://worcester-housing.com/purchasing.html) at no cost. Questions regarding this RFQ shall be submitted in writing 72 hours prior to the deadline for submission and emailed to ModBids@worcester-housing.com. Reference the WHA Job Number only in the subject line. The Worcester Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, or to waive any informalities in the bidding if it be in the public interest to do so. Dennis L. Irish, Chairperson Worcester Housing Authority 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. WO16P2941EA Estate of: George M. MacKoul Date of Death: 09/02/2016 To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Paulette MacKoul of Millbury 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: Paulette MacKoul of Millbury 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 the return dayof 10/25/2016. 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 day, 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: September 19, 2016 Stephanie K. Fattman, Register of Probate 09/29/2016 MSC

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Town of Millbury Conservation Commission The Millbury Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 7:25 P.M. at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street to act on a Request for Determination of Applicability from Laurie Ballantine for the installation of a patio located at 35 Singletary Road. Said work falls under the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40. Donald Flynn Chairman Town of Millbury Conservation Commission The Millbury Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 7:10 P.M. at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street to act on a Request for Determination of Applicability from Katherine Fairbanks to erect a steel building located at 19 McGrath Road. Said work falls under the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40. Donald Flynn Chairman

Town of Millbury Conservation Commission The Millbury Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 7:05 P.M. at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street to act on a Request for Determination of Applicability from Ronald and Denise Marlborough for the removal of trees along the shoreline of Dorothy Pond located at 28 Wilson Road. Said work falls under the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40. Donald Flynn Chairman Town of Sutton Invitations for Bid Solid Liner Pipe Sealed bids are being solicited under MGL Ch 30 section 39M, for purchase and installation of solid liner pipe in three corrugated steel pipes in accordance with specifications. Specifications may be obtained at the Town Administrator’s Office, Second Floor, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA 01590, starting on Wednesday September 28, 2016 between 8:00am and 4:00pm each business day excluding Fridays when proposals may be obtained between 9:00am and 12:00noon, until scheduled opening of bid. Bids must be in duplicate and enclosed in a sealed envelope addressed to the Town Administrator, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA 01590 no later than 11:00am Thursday October 13, 2016 at which time they will be opened and read aloud. The town of Sutton reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, or to reject any and all proposals, or to accept proposals deemed to be in the best interest of the town of Sutton. The Town Administrator will award the contract on behalf of the Town of Sutton no later than sixty (60) working days after the date of the bid opening. James Smith Town Administrator

TO ALL INTERESTED INHABITANTS OF THE TOWN OF SUTTON In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. c.40A § 11, the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at the Sutton Town Hall on October 6, 2016 at 7-30 P.M. on the petition of Debra Pinto. The petitioner requests a finding from the Zoning Board of Appeals pursuant to M.G.L. c. 40A § 6 and variances from Section III(B) (3) Table 2 and 3 of the Town’s Zoning By-Laws to permit the tear down of a shed and construction of a garage addition which will not meet the required setbacks and will increase the non-conforming nature of the existing structure. The property that is the subject of this petition is located at 11 West Sutton Road, Sutton, MA on Assessor’s Map #8, Parcel #45. The property is located in the R-1 Zoning District. A copy of the petition may be inspected during normal office hours in the Town Clerk’s Office located in the Town Hall. Any interested person interested or wishing to be heard on this variance petition should appear at the time and place designated. Brittanie Reinold Board of Appeals Clerk

Town of Millbury Conservation Commission The Millbury Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 7:15 P.M. at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street to act on a Notice of Intent from United Material Management of Millbury for the development of a commercial construction debris recycling facility with office building, paved parking area, stormwater management basins, utilities and landscaping located at 333A Southwest Cutoff. Said work falls under the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40. Donald Flynn Chairman

TO ALL INTERESTED INHABITANTS OF THE TOWN OF SUTTON In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. c.40A § 11, the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at the Sutton Town Hall on October 6, 2016 at 7:35 P.M. on the petition of Wireless Edge Towers, LLC. The petitioner requests a special permit for a wireless communications facility pursuant to §V.C.3, §V.C.4, and §V11 of the town bylaws, and pursuant to the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 (TCA) , approval to vary the provisions of the bylaw or in the alternative, dimensional variances from the terms of §III.B,3 Table 2 to the extent required, as well as, V.C.3.i of the Bylaw pursuant to §VII.A.1.c of the bylaw, MGL ch40A; and, the TCA for the construction ,operation, and maintenance of a Wireless Communication Facility, and such other relief as deemed necessary, all rights reserved. The property that is the subject of this petition is located at 154 Town Farm Road, Sutton, MA on Assessor’s Map #34, Parcel #8. The property is located in the R-1 Zoning District. A copy of the petition may be inspected during normal office hours in the Town Clerk’s Office located in the Town Hall. Any interested person interested or wishing to be heard on this variance petition should appear at the time and place designated. Brittanie Reinold Board of Appeals Clerk

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Worcester Magazine first sat down with Worcester Public Library Director Geoffrey Dickinson during his first week on the job in March last year. A lot can happen in a year and a half, and so it is that the city is looking at all aspects of the library: from services, to programs, to the actual physical facility. As part of that, the public was invited to two community conversations this week at the library. As Dickinson put it, the library is, “a valuable part of our city, and it is important that our patrons have a voice in the future of their library.” We sat down with Dickinson ahead of those discussions (this story is being published one day after the meetings) to find out more about them, learn how the library has dealt in its own way with the ongoing drug crisis and what the future holds. What are these community conversations?

The community conversations are an opportunity for the general public to have a voice in our long range plan. We have just started data gathering for a five-year long plan. We’ve been hosting focus groups with legislators, key partners, our board of directors, different groups around the city that collaborate with us — the community conversations are now the opportunity to open that up to the public. I mean, we’re a public library, so we can’t fulfill our mission without the public’s input.

out where people live and work. They’re a great opportunity to meet some of these needs by actually getting out into the public, so people don’t necessarily have to come to the library. There’s a greater sense of safety and anonymity if they’re met where they live. Those kind of services are really important to meet certain key populations who, for one reason or another, want to have that anonymity and not be in the library.

What is the ideal state of the library in five years? Our challenges are always space. I

have an amazing staff here who come up with the most amazing ideas for services, re-live bad press, but there is an opioid ep- programs, making connections with busiidemic here in the city that is seen here in ness communities, reaching out to health the library. We are an open public library, organizations. We don’t have the space to meet the needs of everyone that wants to and as such everybody is welcome, even use our library. We have two large meetpeople who have struggles with addiction and mental health issues. As a provider of ing rooms, and they are booked out six services an information in the city, we are months in advance. There is a tremendous looking at avenues to try to offer services need because we’re free, open to the public; anybody can use for any not-for-profit to that population. They’re here already. purpose, so having open public meetings, We are a safe place for them to be. So, if anything like that, we’re the go-to place, they’re already here, how can we offer them services that can improve their situ- and we only have those two meeting ation? Be it connections to centers to help rooms in a city of almost 200,000 people, so we struggle with the space. It would be with their addictions, or mental health, great to be able to have more space, either housing, anything like that. We’ve been through re-envisioning how we use the working with the director of health and human services with the city to try to sort space here in the main library, doing construction to expand into maybe the baseof bridge those connections, where our ment to use space, or our branch libraries staff can learn who to call to really get those connections made here in the library — having construction opportunities there … Outside the library our mobile libraries, that would provide more public meeting space in those locations. Again, the social they go all over. Between our two mobile service aspect is always going to be a libraries they visit every single public elchallenge, I don’t think that’s a challenge ementary school in the city every month. we’re going to solve, but we do our best to They’re out in the communities, they’re

The library is looking to implement more social services. What would those be? Not to

provide and that’s our mission, to provide … We’re open right now two evenings a week, being able to provide services at a wider range of times for the public, be it expanded main library hours, or expanded hours at the branches, that’s always something that our patrons bring up.

the technology need is, not so much in people just reading books, but actually focused on the social aspect or the educational aspect.

Do you think people are reading as much as they were 20 years ago? Oh, yeah. You can

see our statistics. Circulation, our holdings, just increase every year based on what people are requesting. We have a comes up every year, ‘When will all the very large collection here. We actually books disappear?’, because all there’s going loan out to other networks in the state a to be is people reading tablets. Not everytremendous amount of books because we body wants to read a tablet. A, not everyhave so many books here in the library. body can. We have the talking book library It’s not just the Worcester community here in the building that works directly that is benefiting from that, but across with the Perkins School, and they support the whole state. Those numbers aren’t visually-impaired patrons who, based on going down. Everybody’s still using the their vision impairment, require large print library. What we see an increase on is books, different devices to help them read, when we can provide on something more so books are always going to be important. interesting, something we check out are You can drop a book in the bathtub and mobile hot spots. When the economy is not have to fork over $200. The economy down people cut off their internet access speaks a lot to that. Not everybody can af- at home, so they can come to the library ford a tablet. The library can’t afford tablets and check out a mobile hot spot, and for for everybody. What is being published in two weeks they’ll have free high speed electronic format is a tiny fraction of all wireless internet in their home or wherthe books that are out there. The publishever they are. We check out telescopes. ing industry is still very traditionally book We have four telescopes in cases that have oriented. So, books aren’t going anywhere. everything in it for somebody to come in, What we see a shift on with technology is check it out, set it up, learn how to use just how people use it for social purposes, it … the reading isn’t going anywhere. If Facebook, all that type of thing, and educa- anything, everything is just growing and tion, where students will come in to use expanding. computers to write their papers, to research their papers, things like that. That’s where - Tom Matthews

Have you seen a shift in the way people are reading nowadays? You know, not really. It

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