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2 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 Mendon Library Friends to Hold Greater Milford Community Chorus Holiday House Tour Winter Concert The Greater Milford Community Chorus drums and the bassist is Rob Orr. Franklin proudly invites you to an enjoyable evening High student Becca Mitchell will be the Road; Lina and Dwight Watson at 8 of song performed on Saturday, December flutist and Milford High School student Talbott Farm Drive, and Lisa and Bill 6, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, Olivia Scott will accompany the chorus on Vitalini who reside at 11 Crestview at 1:30 p.m. at Milford High School in the the violin. Drive. Davoren Auditorium, 31 West Fountain Tickets are on sale now from any chorus The cost for tickets is $20 per St. The auditorium and parking are member or at Music & Arts, formerly person and can be purchased at the handicapped accessible. the Music Nook, located at 164 Main Taft Library. Those who partake in The Chorus, under the musical direction St., Milford. Presale tickets are available the tour will receive a flyer which will of Dan Zabinski of Uxbridge, has been from any chorus member and are $8 by include a map of the town as well rehearsing some of your favorite Christmas December 5 and $10 when purchased at as a small write up on each home. and holiday songs for the winter concert, the door. Children under 12 are free. Touring hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. on Home for the Holidays. The concert will The Greater Milford Community Chorus Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. offer many favorite holiday songs, some is a nonprofit organization sponsored by Refreshments will be available at each with amazing solo performances. Featured the Milford Community Use Program and home and members of the Friends This home at 32 Inman Hill Road is part of the soloists include Mike Smith and Peter the Milford Cultural Council, which is part group will be on-hand to greet guests. Holiday House Tour scheduled for December 6 and 7. Aldrich of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Proceeds from the tour will go Accompanying the chorus on piano is Singers come from many towns in the toward the new Taft Public Library Wayne Ward, while David Byer will be on wider community. By Michelle Sanford as part of Mendon resident Kevin Staff Reporter/Columnist Rudden’s matching challenge grant. In We’ve all driven by picturesque homes an effort to honor his late parents, Kevin during the holidays thinking they must be agreed to match donations dollar for Deane Dance and The Town Crier are Pleased to Sponsor beautifully decorated on the inside during dollar up to $10,000 for the new library. this time of year. Now back by popular Georgette and Frank Rudden passed away a FREE TICKET GIVEAWAY TO: demand, four homes in Mendon will be not long ago and were both avid readers Deadline to decking their halls for all to see as part of who passed that joy on to Kevin and his enter raffle: the Mendon Friends of Taft Public Library’s siblings. Kevin sits on the Library Building Holiday House Tour. The weekend long- Committee and has given his blessing to Dec. 1 event is scheduled for Saturday, December use the money where ever it’s needed most. The Nutcracker 6, and Sunday, December 7. Any questions on the Holiday House PerformedPerformed By TheTheG GreaterreaterM Milford Ballet Association • Davoren Auditorium, Milford High School The inside first floor of each home on Tour or the grant challenge should be the tour will be festively decorated and is directed to the Taft Public Library at ENTER ME IN THE RAFFLE FOR:(check one) meant to give people a glimpse into the 508-473-3259. For those who are unable ❑❑4 Tickets for Sat. Dec. 13 at 4 pm 4 Tickets for Sun. Dec. 14 at 2 pm different ways residents adorn their homes to attend the House Tour but would like during the holiday season. The homes to make a donation toward the Rudden Name: ______range in age from fairly new to an antique Challenge Grant, please make checks Address: ______home originally built in the 1700s. Those payable to Friends of the Taft Public City: ______State: ______Zip: ______who have generously opened up their Library and mail them to P.O. Box 35, Phone: ______homes for the event include Dotty and Bill Mendon, MA 01756, Attn: Rudden Mail to: The Town Crier, 48 Mechanic St., Upton, 01568 Moffett who reside at 68 Washington St.; Challenge Grant. Michael and Ticia Low of 32 Inman Hill Email: [email protected] OR www.towncrier.us Welcome to“Imperial City” There’s so much more here than just six outstanding automotive dealerships with over 1,700 new and used vehicles on one 52-acre lot. servedBreakfast all day!

PLANNING A Miss Mendon Diner • 50’s style All-American Diner • Holiday Party? SERVING HOMEMADE CLASSICS The Imperial Ballroom is the perfect venue for holiday parties or weddings, as well as family, school, fundraising, and corporate functions. Our professional staff and affiliated event 1/2 LB. specialists have the imagination, knowledge, skills, and abilities to LOBSTER SANDWICH accomplish your goals on time and within budget. W/ROUND FRIES WE HAVE A GREAT SELECTION OF Our floor-plan possibilities are endless, and design appointments $ 99 BEER AND WINE! of every kind are available. 14 The Imperial Ballroom can comfortably accommodate 125–600 • Our Pavilion Section • guests. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK WELCOME TO THE IMPERIAL ROOM PARTIES FOR UP TO 125 PEOPLE Imperial Ballroom FULL LIQUOR LICENSE ~ Formerly the Myriad Ballroom ~ • Full Piano Bar • State-of-the-art video For reservations call 508-478-2778 • Buffets Starting At $10.99/pp. We also have openings available in 2015 for your 16 Uxbridge Rd., Mendon, MA • 508-634-3000 weddings and parties on historic Lake Nipmuc. 6 AM - 10 PM, 7 days per week 6 Nipmuc Dr., Rte. 16, Mendon, MA 01756 www.missmendondiner.com www.theimperialballroom.com • 508-478-2778

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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 3 More Telephone Scams in the Area Milford Gridiron Milford Police received a recent transaction they became suspi- Club to Hold Pre- report from a resident when she cious and soon found that it was a was called by telephone from a scam but unfortunately too late to Thanksgiving Event person identifying himself as her stop it before $4000 was sent out. By Chris Villani grandson. The imposter stated he The investigating officer reported Sports Reporter/Columnist was in a car accident in a neigh- the telephone calls came from the The Milford Gridiron Club will hold its boring town and that he needed following telephone numbers: annual Thanksgiving-eve Fundraiser on $4500 to avoid any criminal • 640-560-3180, which is re- Wednesday, November 26th at the Crystal charges. The person believed it ported an invalid telephone Room in Milford. The event will begin at was the grandson and she would number and maybe a spoofed 7pm and feature food, auction items, and a get the money. The imposter said number according to a Google cash bar. Milford High football head coach his attorney would call back with search. Joe Todd says the event is meant to reunite instructions on how to wire the • 403-389-6076 comes back to Milford football alumni and supporters and money. A short time later the sec- Alberta and Calgary Canada. to build future support for the program. ond person involved in the scam Scams of this type have been “We really want to get our alumni togeth- called the Milford grandmother around and unfortunately some er for a fun evening,” he said. “Since I’ve and told her to go to a local CVS people have fallen for it and lost gotten here, we have really tried to focus and buy MoneyPak cards and substantial amounts of money, on connecting with past players and let- follow the store instructions. The which most likely was wired out- ting them know we want their support and grandparents then went to a lo- side the country where U.S. Law involvement when it comes to the future of cal CVS Store and purchased Enforcement has no jurisdiction our program.” nine $500 prepaid cards, totaling making it extremely difficult to The vent is open to past players, Milford $4500. They were unable to com- investigate. High alumni, and fans of the program. Tick- plete the transactions there and If you receive any type calls that ets are $15 for an individual and $20 for two. were instructed to go to Rite-Aid appear suspicious, take your time The fundraiser is set for the night before Store in Milford and eventually and check with a loved one or Milford’s annual Thanksgiving morning wired the most of the money to a contact law enforcement for assis- game. This year, the Scarlet Hawks will travel Pay Pal account. tance before acting. Don’t become to Worcester to take on Holy Name in the After the couple had made the a victim. second year of the series. “We have a terrific event planned for the night before Thanksgiving,” Todd said. “It will be a great night to get out, see what the Milford Gridiron Club is all about and support the Milford High School football program.” Event Details: The Milford Gridiron Club’s Annual Thanksgiving-eve Fundraiser: Where: The Crystal Room in Milford Host: The Milford Gridiron Club When: Wednesday November 26 at 7 p.m. Guests: All supporters, fans, alumni, & parents of Milford HS Football Cost: $15 for an individual/ $20 for two Guests can pre-register by emailing: mil- [email protected]

Chamber Series at Alternatives 2014-2015 Season The Claflin Hill Alternatives Chamber Music Series 2014-15 in Whitinsville will include three concerts all performed at the Singh Performance Center, 50 Douglas Rd., Whitinsville. The first concert, entitled the New String Quartet is Friday November 21. The New England String Quartet, all of who are members of the Claflin Hill Symphony will perform standard classical masterworks, Pop, New Age, movie music and more. CHSO Director Paul Surapine joins them on clarinet for a rollicking reading of the Weber Clarinet Quintet. The second concert, The Vaverka String Trio on Friday, January 16 features CHSO Principal Violist Dimitar Petkov and his friends in the Vaverka String Trio for an elegant evening of string chamber music, including Beethoven and the majestic Brahms Piano Quartet. The third concert, The Paul Surapine Clarinet Ensemble, will be Friday, April 10. Surapine brings together all of his “clarinet Friends” from the CHSO – some of the finest clarinetists in New England for a truly amazing evening of sounds created by the entire range of the clarinet family – from the “baby” Eflat clarinet to the contra bass. For tickets call 508-478-5924 or visit ClaflinHill.org.

4 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 THINK GLOBALLY Conservation Restrictions – A Win-Win Situation The Advertiser’s Club ACT LOCALLY ByAnne Mazar landowner who would Directory want to farm or conserve These are the businesses that contract to adver- Mendon voters approved the land in anyway. On tise in The Upton and Mendon Town Crier at least properties, such as the Pearson 12 times a year. They receive a frequently discount, spending up to $325,000 of CPA feature article about their business (minimum 1/16 funds to acquire a conservation Farm, where there is a house page ad) and listing in this directory. and other structures, the CR restriction to preserve the front Business Name...... Ad on Page 36-acre portion of the 70-acre could designate a small area Addeo & Sons Home Improvement...... 28 Pearson Farm, 43 Quissett Road, of the property as a “building Advantage Siding...... 29 envelope,” where there would be A Little Common Sense...... 20 Mendon. The plan is for a farmer Artist Pallette...... next to own the 36 acres of farmland, fewer restrictions. Bill McCormick Realty...... next the house and barns. So, what On the Pearson Farm, the Blackstone Valley Limousine Service...... 19 would the town own? The town Town of Mendon would work Boucher Energy Systems...... 29 with Metacomet Land Trust Bright Insurance Agency...... 17 would own a clearly defined C.J. Cilley Construction...... next legal document, a conservation to monitor the property each Cancun’s Mexican Restaurant...... 27 restriction, which would allow year to make sure the CR was Century 21 Robyn Nasuti...... next CK Smith...... 30 the land to be used exclusively being followed. Every time the property is sold, each new Colella's Supermarket...... 32 for agricultural purposes or left Consigli & Ruggiero Funeral Home...... 24 as open space, in perpetuity. landowner would have to follow Corinne Ross Massage Therapy...... 20 The town would be buying the all the guidelines in the CR. In Cornerstone of Milford...... 13 CPR Etc...... next building rights and a guarantee our towns, CRs are filed at the Meadow Brook Woods is publically owned by the Town of Mendon Worcester Registry of Deeds. Crystal Industries...... 18 that the historic farmland would and has a conservation restriction held by a third party, in this Crystal Room...... 26 not be cut up into house lots. Even though the public case, The Trustees of Reservations. Anne Mazar photo Cyr Contracting...... next There are many advantages would not have access to the David Stewart Housewright...... next D’Pearls Nails and Spa...... 20 with conservation restrictions farmland, it is a “win” for portion would be accessible the development rights value Mendon residents, because Deane Dance...... 3, 5 (CRs). It is a “win” for the to the public for passive [CR].” If a private landowner Diane’s Doghouse...... 15 town to preserve a property they would be able to enjoy the recreation activities, such as donates a CR on their Elizabeth Blake Orthodontic...... next by spending a fraction of the scenic roadside view of rolling hiking. The property abuts property, they could take a tax ERA Key Realty, Theresa Sannicandro...... 31 pastures and remarkable ancient ET Home Maintenance...... 28 purchase price. The front 36 another 800+ acres of open deduction. Exceptional Limo...... next acres of the Pearson Farm has roadside stonewalls, as well as space, which is an important A CR is more permanent Frank's Appliance...... 26 an appraised value of $800,000+, support local agriculture. Shirley wildlife habitat. than a deed restriction, where Friendly Discount Liquors...... 18 Smith says that the Mendon Full Circle Tree Care...... next much less than the CR value. A CR has a distinct the owner’s wishes for the Gibson Kennels...... next By the town not owning the Master Plan survey results are monetary value. According to land are written into the Gibson Septic Service...... next property, there would not be overwhelmingly in support of William King, Massachusetts actual deed. Deed restrictions Dr. Janet Goguen, DMD...... 5 Golden Pond/Golden Goose...... next any maintenance expenses. The having access to locally grown Certified General Real Estate are easier to change and do food. Smith points out that you Goodman Eye Center...... 26 privately owned land remains on Appraiser, “A conservation not last in perpetuity. The Health Solutions of Milford...... 23 the tax rolls. can’t have local food, unless you restriction is appraised by strength of a CR is that it is Heaven’s Gate Pet Services...... 15 It is a “win” for the landowner, have local farms! valuing the development held by a third party, not the Heritage Siding & Window...... next Another “win” for the Hopkinton Physical Therapy...... next because they would buy the rights specific to the property. buyer or seller, and is carefully Hopkinton Eye Associates...... 10 property at a reduced price, community is that the plan is This means that the market monitored by an outside Iadarola Plumbing & Heating...... 28 since they would give up their to have the back 34 acres of value before and after entity, usually a land trust. Ideal Pizza...... 27 the property bought by the Imperial...... 3, 32 right to develop the land. It restriction is valued. The Conservation restrictions can J.C. Parmenter...... next would not put a burden on a Massachusetts Division of difference of the two values is be a win-win situation for all. J.L. Darling Septic Tank Plumbing Co...... 29 Fisheries and Wildlife. This Jolicoeur Overhead Door...... next Just-A-Wee-Day...... 12 LaRose Muscular Therapy...... 19 Liquor Plus...... 8 Little Coffee Bean...... 27 The Greater Milford Ballet Company Janet L. Goguen, DMD Lynch Wine and Spirits...... next presents Maple Farm Dairy...... 9 RESTORATIVE & FAMILY DENTISTRY Mazzone Electrician...... 28 The Nutcracker MCP Mailbox...... next • Complete Dentistry Medway Oil & Propane Company...... 14 Davoren Auditorium, Milford High School • Cosmetic Bonding Mendon Barber Shop...... next Mendon Motors...... next • Porcelain Veneers, Crowns, & Bridges Saturday, Dec. 13, 4 pm All Seats Mendon Self Storage...... next Reserved • White Fillings & Mercury Free Restorations Metrowest Oral Surgical Associates...... next Sunday, Dec. 14, 2 pm $15 - $20 • Implants & Implant Supported Dentures Milford Franklin Eye Center...... next Most Insurances Milford Hardwood...... next Tickets now on sale • All periodontal services now available Accepted Milford National Bank and Trust...... 5 Milford Regional Medical Center...... 2, 7 at Charles River Bank,1 Hastings Street, PERIODONTIST NOW ON STAFF: Sarah D. Shih, DDS, MS, DMSc Mill House Liquors...... 14 Route 16, Mendon. CASH ONLY! Nathans’ Jewelers...... 25 For more information call 508-473-3354. 113 Main St., Upton Plaza • 508-529-4591 New England Steak & Seafood...... 27 Past, Present, and Etcetera...... next Paul Henning, PhD...... next Paw Planet...... next Phipps Insurance Agency...... 30 Phyllis's Sewing...... 24 Reliable Pet Sitting...... 15 Restaurant 45...... next Rita’s Home & Gift Store...... next Riteway Power Equipment...... 28 RJM Auto Body...... next Rose Garden Restaurant & Lounge...... 27 Safeside Chimney...... next Salon Richard Anthony...... 14 Salon Colour...... next Scannel Services/Hopkinton Roofing...... next Second Nature Landscape...... 28 ShellScapes by Marilyn Holman...... 19 Simoneau Electric...... next Sky Hook Tree Care...... 29 Stardust Jewelers...... 21 Studio 16 Hair Salon...... 19 Templeman Tree Service...... 29 Tri County Medical Associates...... next Truck and Trailer World...... next United Parish Nursery School...... 19 Upton Foreign Motors...... next Upton House of Pizza...... next Upton Recreation Commission...... next Upton Self Storage...... next Wagner Window Service...... next Wanokura Japanese Restaurant...... 27 Wayne Grenier Electric...... 28 Webster First...... 7 WestHill Properties, Tina Cote...... next Whitcomb House...... next Williams-Pedersen Funeral Home...... 11 Wilson’s Tire and Automotive Service...... 9 Wolf, DDS...... next

November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 5 Opinion It is that time of is coming and it is already getting cold out. It could be a A VIEW FROM year when we give simple thing like inviting somebody to Thanksgiving din- MENDON MUSINGS THE COUNTRY thanks for what we ner who is alone or maybe go and serve at a church dinner By Kevin Rudden By Al Holman have, large or small, or senior center dinner. You could just go to a senior rich or poor, well or center and play cards with some senior. infirmed and with As we are coming into the holidays wouldn’t it be nice to Did you ever hear a word or phrase that family or friends. It is Thanksgiving, which means just not only give thanks for what we each have but also share you think you’ve never heard before, and that: a time to give thanks. Make no mistake, we all have that thanks with others by giving and sharing either your- then you start hearing it used all the time? something to give thanks for. Yes, I know that sometimes self or a gift with somebody else. Earlier this year, I heard the term “muscle it seems that there is nothing going well and life has given Remember it is better to give than to receive and that is memory” used by an instructor who was teaching a class you one too many burdens or problems. true every day of the year. So give to others what ever you the proper way to do a certain sequence of physical actions. Why not give thanks by giving to those less fortunate by can. There is no gift too small. After a while, he said, the routine will become so familiar making a donation, large or small to the local food bank. That’s looking out my window - looking forward to the my that “muscle memory” will take over and you’ll be able to do Yes, there is always somebody less fortunate. It could be turkey coma on Thanksgiving Day. it automatically, without consciously thinking of it. a lightly used coat or maybe some gloves, because winter I don’t believe that I heard that term before then, yet I must hear it at least once a month now. It finally explains why I keep putting on a left turn signal while driving down LETTERS Letters may be edited for length and clarity and will be published on a space available basis. Maximum 300 words. Must include signature, address & telephone number. Opinions expressed are solely those of the writer. Town Crier Publications will not be Providence Road and turning onto Hartford Avenue East in responsible for inaccuracies. No Political Endorsements, please! Mendon. For those who don’t get that reference, before the Muradian Thanks Voters Green Thanks Voters intersection was re-aligned by the state about 10 years ago to To the Editor To the Editor: cut down on the number of accidents there, you used to go On Tuesday November 4 you overwhelmingly Let me begin by congratulating David Muradian and his sup- straight down Providence Road and had to make a left turn showed your support, and I am now proud to say porters for a well-deserved victory. The last nine months have onto Hartford Avenue East. Now, you have to take a right that I am the Representative-elect of the Ninth been a gift for me and my family that gave us many wonderful turn to continue on Providence Road towards Blackstone. Worcester District. Our campaign was launched experiences, which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. No I guess “muscle memory” also makes me think of “Three back in February, and within the last nine months, I experience was more powerful than being invited into resident’s Bridges Road” whenever I drive down Bellingham Road. have knocked on thousands of doors, meeting some houses to talk about what was important to them and their (Go ahead and count them: There are three bridges on the truly remarkable individuals. community. stretch of road from Hartford Avenue East to Bates Street.) This has been an amazing journey, and one that Election day was a fitting end to the journey for many rea- “Muscle memory” can’t explain, however, why I never I certainly would not have been able to do without sons, including the opportunity to stand beside Rep. George can find my reading glasses. They usually are in plain sight, the love of my family and friends. This dream has Peterson and share many laughs, it confirmed for me that while but I somehow overlook them – despite buying sets of three also become a reality because of you, my supporters. elections are a serious business, we need to be mindful of how or four “cheaters” every year at Walmart or BJ’s. I need that To see the final results justifies all of this hard important it is to be respectful and that elections are not about many because I find them, when I sit on them or step on work. I cannot even begin to express my sincere us as individuals but the people we seek to represent. them. appreciation to everyone in Grafton, Northbridge When I decided to run, my family made it clear to me, that Nor can the term explain the fact that my printer always and Upton for entrusting me with this position. they would support me and embrace the campaign only if I ran runs out of paper when I am in a hurry to print something, I am eager to go to Beacon Hill to advocate a campaign based on the values that our parents raised us on: no matter how much paper I’ve re-loaded it with every for our communities. My job is to do all that I very simply, be involved in our community in some way so we morning. I automatically put paper in every day, but there can to bring more back to Grafton, Northbridge can improve the quality of life our neighbors, friends and our must be a Murphy’s Law about it running out when needed. and Upton, and I look forward to working family. With that commitment in mind, every day: my family There is, in fact an official Murphy’s Law (you know, across the aisle to get things accomplished for and friends, new and old, bonded in ways we could never have “If anything can go wrong, it will”) just for technology our district. Come January 7 I will be sworn in as the imagined. that states, “If anything can go wrong, it will at the most next State Representative, and my office will be as There are too many people to thank individually for your love inopportune time.” By the way, there are Murphy’s Laws for openly transparent as it possibly can be. and support, you know who you are. While this particular jour- everything. If you don’t believe me, go to www.murphys- I have listened to your concerns, heard your ney has come to a close, my family and I look forward to the laws.com. (That brings up the Idiot’s Law: “It must be true suggestions, and earned your support. I will be next phase of our lives that will include all our new friends that because I read it on the Internet.) forever grateful to the trust that you have shown in touched our lives during the campaign. By the way, the term I used – “idiot” – is not pronounced me, and I assure you that I will work as hard as I My sincerest thanks to all that participated in this election: like the word “idiot.” It’s actually pronounced “eye-dee-ten- possibly can to represent each and every one of you Dave Muradian, Shawn Craig and all of our supporters, you tee” as in “ID10T.” That’s a term that computer technicians up on Beacon Hill. From the bottom of my heart, showed me why elections are important. use to explain why certain people keep having computer THANK YOU! Marty Green problems. “Oh, that’s an ID10T error,” they tell the busy David Muradian Northbridge business executive who can’t get his spreadsheet to calculate Grafton something the right way. I guess the “right way” hasn’t gone into that executive’s muscle memory yet. Buy Local - Support Your Community To the Editor: ages 12-18, Troop 132 has provided part of being a leader. Each year Upton Boy Scout Troop countless hours of community ser- Once a month, the Scouts plan a Check out 132 holds its annual holiday wreath vice to support Upton. If you have campout with their Troop and learn sale, the troop’s one major fundraiser used the new pavilion at Kiwanis survival and life skills, while having our Senior of the year. Our troop of boys, over Beach, admired the new signage at fun and enjoying camaraderie. The Living Section 50 strong, fans out over Upton for United Parish, crossed many of the funds support their campouts as well one day, November 29, to sell holiday bridges throughout the trails in Up- as help to run the Troop providing on pages 16 & wreaths at a competitive price. The ton, seen the garage at St. Gabriel’s money for supplies. Won’t you please 17 and Shop goal for the day is to raise enough or the landscaping at the Upton Se- help support Troop 132 and buy local Local/Buy money to support the troop for the nior Center, you have witnessed the on November 29? entire year. As we begin to prepare Troop’s handiwork. The boys can also On behalf of the Scouts, the Boy Local from for this year’s sale, I wanted to take a be seen cleaning up beaches, gardens, Scout Committee and the Adult our Holiday moment to thank the Upton Com- State Forest, rectories, helping at Leaders, we thank you very much for munity for their many years of past fairs, putting flowers and flags on our your support. Shopping support and urge you to continue to local veteran’s graves, which is only Bethany Ferreira Guide on support this valuable organization. some of the hard work of Troop 132. Upton Boy Scout Troop 132 – pages 18-20. 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6 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 In Tribute to Senator Moore Submitted by Richard Grady Mendon Historian Senator Richard Moore has left a legacy of excellence in his role of public service in the Blackstone Valley. He has left his To help people achieve mark in areas of environmental protec- tion, health care, education, and local health for life. aid. In each area, he was able to accom- plish much because of his care for his We are currently welcoming constituents, his tireless work ethic, and new patients, call or book his willingness to work cooperatively with town, state, and federal officials. online now at His years of public service have been MetrowestPhysicians.com. most commendable. The Senator’s accomplishments in protecting the environment have been David J. Harrington, M.D. numerous. He was the legislative leader Obstetrics/Gynecology in establishing the Blackstone River and 321 Fortune Boulevard Canal Heritage State Park in Uxbridge, Milford, MA 01757 Blackstone, Millville, Northbridge, and Sutton. He worked with various officials 260 Cochituate Road in protecting the water quality of Web- Framingham, MA 01701 ster Lake by preventing a proposed land- 508-203-7945 fill in nearby Douglas. He helped to pro- tect the water quality of Lake Nipmuc Dr. David J. Harrington is an Obstetrician/ by funding 80 percent of the purchase Gynecologist at the Milford location of price of Nipmuc Woods, destined to be MetroWest Physician Services where he practices general obstetrics and gynecology. His special a housing subdivision within the lake’s clinical interests include female incontinence, watershed. He also funded a new outlet urodynamic testing, related surgical procedures control and a feasibility study for the and medical management. Mendon lake. He worked at the senate level in obtaining funds for the restora- tion of Milford Pond and the preserva- Steven Bornstein, D.O. tion of Hopedale Pond. Protection of the 969 Main Street, Suite 205 region’s natural resources has been one Millis, MA 02054 of his proudest achievements. 508-203-7943 Senator Moore has been one of the Dr. Steven Bornstein, a state’s leaders in health care. He was one Family Practitioner and of the architects of the original Mas- Doctor of Osteopathic sachusetts health care program. It was Medicine, provides very successful and became a national traditional medical services, including routine model. Given the name Romney Care, it physicals and urgent care, with a focus on preventive was an excellent example of what could health care and a ‘whole person’ approach. be achieved when legislators worked harmoniously together in creating new laws. Since the program has been Tara Nolan, M.D. replaced with a national health care Client: Webster First Family Medicine program, the senator has worked with W.S.#: WEB23971 others to fine tune the new regulations 969 Main Street, in the best interests of our citizens. He Yule Really File Name: WEB23971_Hopkinton Suite 205 has been a legislative advocate for im- Holiday Millis, MA 02054 provements at Milford Regional Medical Location: Art Dept > Financial 508-203-7943 Center. He has been a national con- Quarter: Q4_14 Enjoy Giving Artist: DB sultant for start-up programs in other As a Family Medicine practitioner, Dr. Tara Nolan states. Health Care has been his area of AE/AC: ALL/SM provides medical care for all ages. expertise. To alleviate stress on our local taxes, Gifts This Year. Media: Upton Mendon Senator Moore has worked hard to bring Size: 5” x 7.5” Seung Jae Lee, MD state aid to our district. As the region Color: 4C Family Medicine has experienced rapid growth since the Date: Fri 11/7/14 1970’s, more housing has meant the con- 435 King Street struction of new schools and increases Media: Milford Franklin, M in operational costs. He has fought for Size: 5” x 7.5” 508-203-7944 increased state funding in all aspects of Color: 4C the area towns’ educational needs. In Date: Fri 11/14/14 this upcoming fiscal year, he, along with Dr. Seung Jae Lee Representative John Fernandes, brought Media: practicesHopkinton Family Medicine at the Franklin location of to the Mendon- Upton School District Size: Metr5” xoW 7.5”est Physician Services. His philosophy more than $1 million, reflecting an Color: 4C focuses on developing and nurturing the increase of $288,000 in transportation Date: Thur 11/13/14patient-doctor relationship. funding. He and John obtained a grant for $50,000 for new energy efficient A stress-free holiday season is a joyous holiday season. That’s Request for PDF to be putTarek in El Sharkawy, M.D. windows for the renovated Taft Public WorkZone Holding Tank Library. They brought state funding for why at Webster First Federal Credit Union we offer personal loans Internal Medicine 80 percent of the purchase price for a with low rates and flexible spending. AE/AC: 435 King Street new senior van for the Mendon Council PDF uploaded to WorkZone Franklin, MA 02038 on Aging in 2012. His efforts in working For holiday experience yule really enjoy, leave the financial stress Holding Tank 508-203-7944 with others in bringing tax dollars to his behind and think First. Webster First. district towns have been most praise- Artist: Dr. Tarek El Sharkawy, worthy. Revisions: specializes in Internal In recognition of the respect that Medicine and speaks both English and Arabic. members of the Massachusetts Senate have for Richard Moore, he was awarded the title of President Pro Tempore. He has been in a position of power to make sure that the legislative needs of the WebsterFirst.com/Loan | 508.671.5185 Worcester-Norfolk District have been adequately addressed. On November 4, voters indicated a Facebook.com/WebsterFirst @WebsterFirstFCU wish for change. Be assured, come Janu- ary, they will get it. November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 7 Calendar

A list of calendar events of community groups, fundraising events of local charities and th free events of local businesses. Maximum 150 words. Published the 1st & 3rd Friday of Milford High Class of 1989 25 The Christmas Gallery of Arts and every month. Deadline 10 days prior to publication date. Email to TownCrierEditor@ Reunion Crafts gmail.com MILFORD-The Milford High School Class of MILFORD-The Christmas Gallery of Arts and 1989 - 25th Reunion will be held on Friday, Crafts sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 18, Milford Trinity Episcopal Church Annual Milford Class of 1974 Reunion November 28 from 7 p.m. to midnight at The will be held on Saturday, November 29, from Crystal Room, 49 Cedar St., Milford. Tickets 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Milford High School Christmas Fair MILFORD-Come one, come all to the Milford are $50 per person and can be purchased ahead Cafeteria/Great Hall, 31 West Fountain St., MILFORD-Trinity Episcopal Church, 17 High School Class of 1974 Reunion on Saturday, of time by sending payment to Julie Cahill, 14 Come join us for a Craft Fair featuring over Congress St., will hold its annual Christmas Fair November 29 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Westbrook St, Milford, MA 01757. A buffet 60 local crafters selling hand make jewelry, on Saturday, December 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Milford from 7 p.m. to 12 midnight. The cost dinner and DJ Entertainment will be provided. soap, candles, woodwork, painted items, totes, This popular event features fresh Christmas is $50 per person. Send your check to Linda ornaments, stained glass and handmade scarfs, greens, gift baskets, homemade chocolates, Alberto Lyrist, 33 Janock Road, Milford. Free Community Brown Bag Meal just to name a few. Enjoy our home baked pictures with Santa, St. Mary’s pies, hand crafted Special Community After Club Fair MILFORD-Please join us for a free nutritious desserts and lunch in Poinsettia’s Kitchen, a items, raffles, Treasure Trove and more. Enjoy community brown bag lunch / dinner on the last picture with Santa while listening to the Milford MILFORD-Get your holiday shopping done lunch with a bowl of chowder, home made Saturday of each month from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Community Chorus Melody and Harmony and support a great organization at the Holiday meatball subs and home made pies. Further Universalist Church, Pine St., Milford. Please en- Group. Don’t forget to purchase your fresh Vendor/Craft Fair being held Saturday, information is available at 508-473-8464. ter by the side door next to the former Dunkin Christmas wreath or basket to start the holiday November 22 from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Crystal Donuts. The meal is sponsored by Sacred Heart season. Admission fee $1 to be donated to local Room; 85 Cedar St., Milford. You can get all you The Domino Effect of Jesus Parish of Milford. All are welcome, no charities. need from many popular home party vendors as questions asked. MEDWAY-The Domino Effect, a comedy, will be well as a variety of handmade crafts. Proceeds Milford Area Chamber of Commerce presented by Medway Players on November 14, from this event will help support the Special 15, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. in the Medway Library, MILFORD-The Milford Area Chamber of Community After Club, an after school/work Photos by Platcow Commerce (MACC) will host the following 26 High St., Medway. Tickets, which are $15 and program for people with special needs 14 years $12 are available by calling 774-287-8374. MILFORD- An exhibit of pictures taken by events. To reserve your place at any of these old and above. Special Community is a program Town Crier photographer Harry Platcow is now events call 508-473-6700 or email chamber@ of the Kennedy Donovan Center. Milford Lions Club Breakfast with on display at the Chop Shop, 178 East Main St. milfordchamber.org. For more information at the intersection of Rt. 16 and 109 in Milford. about the chamber visit www.milfordchamber. Santa Gala of Trees There are over a dozen pieces exhibited to org. th MILFORD-The Milford Lions Club will hold its MILFORD-The Milford Junior Woman’s Club, include photos of Milford, Hopedale, Boston MACC’s 25 Annual Auction Spectacular on annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, December a volunteer community organization serving and more. Photos are available to be purchased. Saturday, December 6 at the Portuguese Club, 7 from 8-11:30 a.m., at the Milford High School Milford for over 30 years, is hosting a “Gala of The Chop Shop is open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m. 119 Prospect Heights, Milford beginning at 6:30 Cafeteria, 31 West Fountain St. It features Trees” fundraiser event. The event will showcase to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. p.m. with a Silent Auction and buffet dinner live seasonal music provided by the Milford an array of decorated trees that will be raffled with selections from over 40 local restaurants Woodland School Chorus and Milford Strings and caterers. The Live Auction begins at 8:30 off on December 6, 7, 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. Coats for All – a Free Coat Giveaway beginning at 8:45 a.m. Santa will be on hand to 2 p.m. at the Learning Experience, 350 Main p.m. Tickets are $25 per person. Reserve tables MILFORD-Each year since 2004, three Milford for pictures with children and to collect their St., Milford, a local daycare center committed by December 1. Girl Scout troops have operated a free coat give Christmas wish lists. Santa will be joined by to community service. The proceeds from this away for Milford residents in need of warm the Milford Lions’ mascot, Leonardo the Lion. event will benefit a local little girl, Lily Ann Milford Regional Medical Center winter coats. Adult and children’s sizes are There will be a raffle, along with face painting whose been diagnosed with Goldenhar and Auxiliary Books are Fun for all ages. Tickets are $4 per person and will available. This year’s coat give-away will be held Vacterl Syndrome. You can learn more about MILFORD- Books Are Fun by Kathy Doane, be available at the door; there is no charge for on Saturday, November 29 from 12-3 p.m. at Lily Ann by joining her Facebook page (Smiles a Milford Regional Medical Center Auxiliary children under the age of four. St Mary’s Parish Center. If you would like to for Lily/FB). fundraiser, will be held Tuesday, November Proceeds from the breakfast are donated to donate a coat that you no longer need, donations Any questions, please feel free to contact 25, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the MRMC Atrium Massachusetts Eye Research; disadvantaged are being accepted at St. Mary’s Parish Center on Paula Mullahoo at [email protected] or Diane Cafe. Included are books for adults and children, Milford families; the Clara Barton Camp; and November 29 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Coats may also (Muffin) McNeilly at [email protected]. including gardening, cookbooks and self-help Joslin Diabetes Center, which helps children be dropped off at Palmer Family Chiropractic, topics. Stationery and CDs are also sold. who suffer from diabetes. Milford Lions Club 114 Water St., Building 3, Milford, now through Milford High School Boosters Annual A portion of the sales goes to the Milford also provides scholarships for graduating Thanksgiving. Please call Amy Donahue at 473- Turkey Day 5K Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, which Milford High School seniors. The Milford Lions 1718 with any questions. conducts many fundraisers throughout the Club has also committed to donating $75,000 to MILFORD-Milford High School Boosters Club year. Fundraisers provide support to hospital the new wing of the Milford Regional Hospital, 5th Annual Turkey Day 5K will be Thursday, 26th Annual Thanksgiving Whitin departments. Currently, the Auxiliary is also over the next four years. The Milford Lions November 27, at 7:30 a.m. at the Milford High contributing to the expansion of the Medical would like to thank the community for their School gym parking lot. Early entry fees are $20/ Race/Walk th Center. continued support of this fun event and we hope adult, $15/under 18, and under 10 and over 70 WHITINSVILLE-The 26 Annual Thanksgiving to see you there again this year. Free. For more info and to register online visit Whitin Five Mile Race and Two Mile Healthwalk The public is welcome and both men and www.MHSBoosterclub.com will be held on Thursday, November 27 at 8:10 women are encouraged to consider joining this a.m. at Whitin Community Center, 60 Main successful organization. For more information, Milford Regional Medical Center Music at Mendon December Concert St., Whitinsville. For more information or to call 508-422-2099. Auxiliary Meeting MENDON-On December 7, the final Music at register call Linda Usher, 508-529-6862, email Mendon Concert of the year will be held at 7 [email protected] or visit WhitinFive.com. MILFORD-The next meeting of the Milford p.m. at the Unitarian Church in Mendon. The Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is December program this month will be Bluegrass duo “Hoot 9 from 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the MRMC Conference and Holler” featuring Mark Killianski Guitar Room A, 14 Prospect St.,Milford. The public is and vocal) and Amy Alvey (fiddle and vocal). FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CONTACT: welcome. Men and women are encouraged to The fine acoustics in the 1820 building, which consider joining this successful organization. had to be designed for people to hear without Colette Rooney: 508-922-9674 The Auxiliary conducts many fundraisers sound systems, make it an ideal place for throughout the year, which provide support [email protected] concerts. to MRMC departments and is currently There is no charge and no “special offerings” contributing to the expansion of the Medical Lori Tate: 508-529-0301 are requested. We do invite, but not require, Center. If you would like more information those who attend to bring a non-perishable food about the Auxiliary, please call 508-422-2099. [email protected] item to support local food banks. For information, contact: Ralph Clarke Susanne Odell: 508-954-8148 [email protected] or phone 978-808-3770 [email protected]

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8 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 HollyBerry Fair and Chowder Lunch Blackstone Valley Chamber of The Honorable Michael A. Ponsor – MENDON-The traditional HollyBerry Fair and Commerce The Hanging Judge Chowder Lunch, cosponsored by the Unitarian BLACKSTONE VALLEY-The Blackstone MILFORD-The Honorable Michael A. BETTER MILK Congregation of Mendon and Uxbridge and the Valley Chamber of Commerce will be holding Ponsor-The Hanging Judge will be presented Mendon Lions will be held on December 6 from the following events in the next few weeks. To on Monday, November 24 at 7 p.m. at the Enjoy 10 a.m. through 3 p.m. at the Mendon Unitarian register call 508-234-9090, email administrator@ Milford Town Library. Based on the experience Church, 13 Maple St. blackstonevalley.org, or visit BlackstoneValley. of the author, Ponsor is a senior judge on the Products Despite his busy schedule and making a list org. United States District Court for the District and checking it twice, a Mr. Claus (we believe he Holiday Jingle and Mingle on December 4 of Massachusetts, serving in Springfield, Door to Door Home Delivery said his name was Santa) has assured us that he from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Vallincourt Folk Art, 9 appointed to the bench by former President With the Highest Quality Products will be visiting to listen to wish lists and make Main St. Unit 1H, Sutton. Enjoy food and wine Bill Clinton. From 2000 to 2001, he presided Glass bottled milk from Hatchland Dairy, opportunities for pictures! while celebrating the holidays and doing some over a five-month death penalty trial, the N. Haverhill, NH. eir milk goes directly The Lions will have tables featuring donated shopping among the unique items offered by first in Massachusetts in over 50 years. from cow to bottling plant to you. holiday items. Items and bake sale items. Those Vallincourt. Bring one unwrapped toy to donate This extraordinary debut thriller offers an who have items to donate, please contact Diane and receive free admission. unprecedented inside view of a federal death Also offering full line of Oakhurst Harper at 508 864 4460. penalty trial. Dairy Products and many other The Unitarian Church will have a Christmas Ponsor takes readers into the courtroom and local premium products. Boutique (New handmade items), Books, Local Pottery Show HOPKINTON- The Hopkinton Center for beyond, presenting with great sensitivity the Honey (raw and unfiltered), $1 or less table, Gift points of view of the defendant and his wife; If this service is of interest to you, Wrapping and more! Check with Marge West or the Arts has announced it will host an exhibit TRY IT FREE!!! We will be glad to drop and sale featuring the handcrafted work of the the victims’ families; law enforcement officers; the church office if you have items to donate. witnesses; and the judge himself. off a bole or two for you to try! The traditional Chowder Lunch with Clam Primarily Potters collective November 21to 23, 2014 at the HCA Farmhouse, 98 Hayden Join the Friends of the Milford Town Library Call us OR Text!!! and Corn Chowder as well as a vegetarian soup for this free reading and book signing. with salad and desserts, plus kid friendly options Rowe St., Hopkinton. A Meet the Artists public will be open from 11:30 a.m. reception will be held Friday, November 21 from 508-478-MILK(6455) 5:30-7 p.m. Joan’s Jewelry The Primarily Potters collective is comprised MILFORD-Friday, December 12 from 7 Trinity Church Community Dinners of artists who have been exhibiting their work a.m. to 4 p.m., “Joan’s Jewelry” will be in the MILFORD-Trinity Episcopal Church offers free, together for over 10 years. The hours of the MRMC Atrium Café at 14 Prospect St., Milford. nourishing meals to the local community. The exhibit are 12-7 p.m. on Friday, November Included is gold and silver jewelry, offering menu consists of an entrée, soup, salad, bread, 21; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, November 22; precious and semi-precious stones plus Zable TIRE & AUTO SERVICE dessert, and beverage. All are welcome to come and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday, November 23. bead line from Italy and Austria. All jewelry The exhibit is free to the public, and guests can carries a lifetime guarantee. Fulfilling all of your automotive and enjoy a hot meal. Meals are served from service needs since 1970 4:30 to 6 p.m. on the last Wednesday, the last purchase gifts and ceramic wares from the artists A portion of the sales goes to the Milford Thursday, and the last Friday of every month. throughout the weekend. During the Meet Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, which For more information, contact the parish office the Artists reception, all are welcome to enjoy conducts many fundraisers throughout the year. at 508-473-8464 or office@trinitychurchmilford. refreshments, meet the potters and discuss their Fundraisers provide support to Medical Center WeWe FixFix EverEverytything!hing! org. craft process and the products. departments. Currently, the Auxiliary is also Thursday meals, hosted at Trinity Episcopal For more information about the Primarily contributing to the expansion of the Medical Church, are sponsored by the volunteers of the Potters Show & Sale or about the Hopkinton Center. The public is welcome and men and First United Methodist Church in Milford. Center for the Arts, interested persons can visit women are encouraged to consider joining this Volunteers to help prepare and serve meals www.hopartscenter.org, call 508-435-9222 or successful organization. For more information, are always needed and most welcome. email [email protected]. call 508-422-2099. *Thanksgiving and Christmas meals will be served as scheduled* Twice Blessed Thrift Shop HOPEDALE-Twice Blessed Thrift Shop at See Community Nipmuc Spring Lacrosse Scared Heart Church of Hopedale will offer the following specials in November. 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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 9 Upton News Winter Parking Ban in Art Project Brings Upton Upton’s winter parking ban is in effect. Generations The ban prohibits on street parking Together between the hours of 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. now By Michelle Sanford through April 1. Staff Reporter/Columnist It was no trick but definitely a treat Upton Meetings for several Miscoe Hill students who Upton Town government meeting dates, times, took part in some crafty Halloween and locations for all boards, committees, and commissions may be found at www.upton. fun with a number of seniors at the ma.us/pages/calendar.php. Upton Center. The students, who were part of Miscoe’s After School Upton Senior Center Program, traveled to Upton on the afternoon of October 23 to help The Upton Center is open Monday through everyone in attendance get into the Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Staff is available by spirit of Halloween. phone from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities are The students played instructor and Miscoe Hill students from the After School Program traveled to the Upton Center to craft some subject to change. Please call 508-529-4558 showed the group how to create black Halloween black cats. with any questions. Friday, November 21 Halloween cats made of felt and then Shopping at Hannafords, 9 a.m. decorate them. “The kids picked the about more than just making The kids enjoyed the Before and After School Turkey Luncheon, Sponsored by BV Chamber project themselves,” said Director of the craft. “Just a small art afternoon so much they said program enjoy these types of Commerce and Senator Michael Moore, the Before and After School Program, project like this brought the they are hoping to come back of community programs and 11:45 a.m. Lana Laczka. generations together. I think again during the holidays and are now working on another Men’s Club Supper, 5:30 p.m. Both kids and adults not only it’s great.” She said initially just make another art project at project to help those in need. Thursday, November 27 seemed to enjoy making the craft but a few students signed up for the Center. “Maybe something “They’re learning to knit Center Closed for Thanksgiving also each other’s company. “It was the afternoon road trip, but with turkeys or snowmen,” without the needles and are Friday, November 28 really fun,” said student Lily Balocca. Atria Draper Place, Musical Entertainment, then at the last minute several suggested Lily. making hats to give to the 1:30 p.m. “I liked teaching them how to do it.” more kids decided to take Laczka added that the homeless for the winter.” Wednesday, December 3 For Laczka, the afternoon was part. students involved in the Dental Presentation by BVT Students, 10 a.m. Friday, December 5 Annual Christmas Party, 11 a.m. Monday Boy Scout Wreath Sale Beginner Tai-Chi, 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi, 10 a.m. Members of the Upton Boy Scout Troop 12 will be knocking on November 29, in case you are out of town for the holiday weekend. Chair Exercise, 2 p.m. your door Saturday, November 29, selling holiday wreaths to help Pre-ordered wreaths will be delivered on or before November 23. Tuesday raise funds for the troop. Wreaths will also be for sale on the Upton This is the troop’s one major fundraiser for the year. The money Zumba, 9:30 a.m. Town Common that same day. All sales will begin at 9 a.m. Wreaths raised will help support the cost of running the troop, new equipment Card Game, 10 a.m. will cost $15 for one or $25 for two. New this year, order online at and field trips.. Wii Bowling, 12:30 p.m. UptonScouting.org. This price includes a deep red weather resistant If you would prefer to make a donation in lieu of buying a wreath, Wednesday velvet bow for each wreath. please call Bethany Ferreira, the Wreath Sale Coordinator at 508-494- Library Table, 11 a.m. Boy Scouts may also be taking orders at your home prior to 3303. Thank you for supporting Upton Boy Scout Troop 132. Canasta, 12:30 p.m. Movie Day, 12:45 p.m. Computer Classes, 2:30 p.m. Thursday Upton Police Union Flu Vaccination Available in Obituaries Knit and Crochet, 10 a.m. Bingo, 1 p.m. Association Fundraiser Upton Frances C. Murphy The Upton Police Union Association The Upton Board of Health would like to remind Upton- Frances C. (Nelson) Murphy, age will be conducting its annual fund- everyone that it is time to get a flu shot. The 79, passed away surrounded by her family Holiday Packages for Upton raising drive during the month of town nurse is available Mon-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.- on November 11, 2014. Service Men and Women November. Residents will receive a 12:30 p.m. and by appointment to give either the donation request via U.S. Mail. The Born in Milford on January 3, 1935, The Upton Bloomer Girls are looking for injection or flu-mist to anyone six months or she was the daughter of Lloyd and Isabelle names and addresses of Upton residents serv- Upton Police Union Association older that is not allergic to eggs. The Upton Board (Warren) Nelson and a graduate of Milford ing in the US Armed Forces in the US and does not solicit donations by any of Health is now located on the ground floor High School Class of 1952. Frances was the abroad for the purpose of sending a holiday other means. Donations are asked to (G2) of the Town Hall. Trish can be reached at wife of John Murphy who passed away in care package and thank you. Please send in- be sent to the PO Box listed on the 508-529-3110 or [email protected] Do not 2008 and was a resident of Mendon since formation to Upton Bloomer Girls, P.O. Box mailed flyer, or can be dropped off wait until the flu is circulating widely… Protect at the Police Station. If there are any 1960, until moving to Upton recently. 121, Upton or email Phyllis Conlin, pcon- yourself and those you love today! [email protected], or phone 508-529-3855. questions please call 508-529-3200 Frances was employed at W.T Grant Co. and The Fair in Milford. She received her Certified Nursing Assistant license in the 1980›s and worked in area nursing homes until her retirement in 1992. Frances enjoyed making quilts, Raggedy Welcoming New Patients Ann dolls, gardening, traveling with her Comprehensive Eye Examination husband and spending time with her grandchildren. Hundreds of Frames for Every Budget She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Gary and Laura Murphy Sunglasses/Sport Glasses of Walpole, James and Eileen Murphy of Contact Lenses • Lasik Consults Millville, and Susan and Patrick Gorman of Upton. She also leaves seven grandchildren, Pediatric Vision Care James Jr., Matthew, Sean, Michaela, Alyssa, Kyle and Collin. Frances is predeceased by her sister Lois (Nelson) Elliott, and brothers Lloyd Nelson Jr. and Earl Nelson. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 22 at 10 a.m. in the Buma- Sargeant Funeral Home, 42 Congress St., Milford. A visiting hour will be held from 9 – 10 a.m. prior to the service in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Vernon Grove Emily Pilotte O.D., Elise D’Amiano O.D. Cemetery, Vernon St., Milford. Sabrina Gaan O.D. and Donations in Fran›s memory can be made to VNA & Hospice Care, 37 Birch Suzanne Rosenberg O.D. (not pictured) Street, Milford, MA 01757. Evening & Saturday Appointments • Most Insurances Accepted Children's Optical Boutique 77 West Main Street, Hopkinton • 508-497-9500 • www.myeyeassociates.com

10 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 Upton News

TOWN OF UPTON Selectmen Recognize Upton Men’s Club Employment Opportunities

By Michelle Sanford Staff Reporter/Columnist Council on Aging – The Upton Board of Selectmen gave special recognition Dept. Specialist to the Men’s Club during a November 3 meeting. More • P/T – 18 h/w than six months ago, the Board began a recognition • $17.35 - $19.96/hour, DOE program during their meetings to acknowledge various • A.S. Degree + 6 –18 mo. Exp. groups or individuals who have made contributions to the town. Dept. Ass’t – Clerk for Various Boards During this particular recognition, the Board presented • Clerk Personnel Bd & Comm. Upton Men’s Club President James Henz a proclamation Preservation Comm. to the organization, “Due to their unwavering support • P/T - $15.59 - $17.82/hr for the Upton community,” said Selectman Chair Robert Fleming. Visit www.uptonma.gov (“Employment Opportunities”) for more information. The Men’s Club was founded in 1997. Since its Applicationsdue to: [email protected] or inception, the group’s charge has been to fundraise and 1 Main St., Box 1, Upton, MA 01568

provide support to various causes in town. Since then, Application Deadline members have gone on to sponsor monthly dinners for 12/5/2014 at 12:00 PM seniors at the Upton Center, support the town’s annual 4th of July fireworks, install planters throughout town, as well as fund equipment for the Police Department, Fire The Board of Selectmen presented the Upton Men’s Club a Proclamation Williams-Pedersen Department, the Library, and the Upton Center, among a recognizing the group’s many contributions to the town. From left to right are number of other causes. Selectman James Brochu, Selectman Ken Picard, Upton Men’s Club President Funeral Home During the meeting, the Board declared November James Henz, and Selectman Robert Fleming. 3, 2014 as Upton Men’s Club Day. “The benefit to the www.uptonfunerals.com town has been substantial,” said Fleming to the members present. “It’s just not the contributions of the planters and recognize others who help them out. “The things we do couldn’t be done the fire equipment, it’s also the mindset you bring forward without the help of town departments,” he said, adding that partnerships of contribution—that’s what makes the town really go.” with the DPW, the Police Department and Fire Department have helped Selectman Ken Picard added that many of the them accomplish many things. contributions the group takes on are not necessarily McCormick also announced one of the group’s next ventures will be a acknowledged. “I think it’s appropriate that you get beautification project that will help to refurbish the Welcome to Upton Since 1902 recognized publicly. You do so many things that are signs throughout town. According to McCormick, the signs, which are unseen… You just quietly help,” he said. more than ten years old, are showing some wear and tear due to weather Kenneth M. Pedersen, Jr. Selectman James Brochu said he didn’t know where to and other factors and the organization would like to bring the signs Director begin when praising the group. “You guys have done so back to their original form. Once plans are finalized, the Men’s Club will many good things. When the ball gets dropped on certain come to the Board of Selectmen to request some funding from the town’s 45 Main Street things, you guys come and pick it up and run with it.” beautification trust fund to help with the project. Fleming stated he didn’t Upton, Massachusetts 01568 Men’s Club co-founder Bill McCormick also wanted to see a problem with that. 508-529-6992 Offering dignified services to those of all faiths in the communities of MENDON, UPTON, and HOPEDALE

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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 11 Mendon News Mendon Meetings Monday, November 24 Mendon’s Parks Department Awarded $50K Grant Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Planning Board, Public Hearing, Harrington St., By Michelle Sanford Town Hall 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 25 Staff Reporter/Columnist Insurance Advisory Committee, Town Hall, 11 Members of the Mendon Parks Department recently a.m. learned they were awarded a grant totaling $50,000 from the state’s Parkland Acquisition and Renovations for Mendon Senior Center Communities (PARC) for the renovation of the tennis courts at Memorial Park. The Patrick administration announced the The Mendon Senior Center serves Mendon grants on October 28. In total, more than $2.9 million was residents 60 years of age or older, people with disabilities, and care givers. Hours of operation awarded to various communities for parks, open space, and are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. recreation improvements throughout Central Massachusetts. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, or “The Patrick Administration is committed to improving call 508-478-6175. our parks and open spaces across the Commonwealth,” said Sunday, November 23 Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Maeve Vallely Diane’s School of Dance, BYDT Holiday Bartlett in a press release. “In addition to preserving open Special, 2 p.m. space, improving recreational opportunities and protecting Monday, November 24 the Commonwealth’s natural resources, these investments will Dine-Out, Empire Buffet, Woonsocket, RI, create economic growth across the region.” 11:15 a.m. The Mendon Parks Department was recently awarded a $50,000 PARC Tuesday, November 25 The price tag for Mendon’s tennis courts overhaul project grant. From left to right are: Assistant Secretary for Land and Forest Policy SHINE Insurance Counseling 10 am. to 12 is expected to total $88,350. As the grant monies amount to Stephanie Cooper, PARC Grant Coordinator Melissa Cryan, Director p.m. $50,000, the remaining balance will come from Community of Division of Conservation Services Bob O’Connor, Mendon Parks Mendon Fire Department, Cooking Safety, Preservation Act (CPA) funding, which has already been Commissioner Dan Byer, and Undersecretary for the Environment Marty 11 a.m. approved. Suberg. Contributed photo Wednesday, November 26 The original tennis courts at Memorial Park are more than Shopping Van, Market Basket, 8 a.m. 25 years old and in need of repair. The new renovations will more than $230,000 of CPA funding has gone toward park projects Thursday, November 27 and Friday, include repairing all the cracks on the court and installing which include a new playground and surveillance camera system November 28 a new surface that will bridge any future cracks; painting totaling more than $155,000; basketball court repairs and upgrades for Senior Center closed due to Thanksgiving $23,775, as well as multiple ADA complaint upgrades totaling $50,000. holiday and lining the new courts and replacing the nets and posts; installing a new hit return backboard; and replacing the fence Approval for the tennis courts renovation project was already passed Monday by voters during a June Special Town Meeting. However, due to a Walking Group, 9 a.m. surrounding the courts and insuring the new gate is ADA Whole Foods, 9 a.m. compliant. mistake in the article’s language, the project needed to be re-voted on Cribbage/Bridge Basics, 9 a.m. Parks Commissioner Dan Byer said he and members of during the November 5 Special Town Meeting. Residents passed the Tuesday the Parks Department are continually looking into ways to article again unanimously. Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. improve the town’s park facilities and are grateful for CPA Byer said the Parks Department is now writing a request for proposal Chair Exercise, 11:15 a.m. funding and the support the Department has received from (RFP) for the work on the tennis courts and hopes the work will be Lunch Club, 12 p.m. the Community Preservation Committee. In recent years, complete by the summer. Wii Bowling, 1 p.m. Hand and Foot, 1 p.m. Wednesday Shopping Van, 8 a.m. (Alternate Wednesdays) Mendon Says Thank You to Its Vets Panera Bread, 9 a.m. Gentle Yoga, 9 a.m. T’ai Chi, 10:15 a.m. By Michelle Sanford Thursday Staff Reporter/Columnist Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. Mendon’s Police Association, Council on Aging, and Cribbage, 9 a.m. Friends of the Mendon Elders came together on the Lunch Club, 12 p.m. morning of Friday, November 7, to honor and celebrate Wii Bowling, 1 p.m. a group of very deserving residents who served their Friday country. The seventh annual Veteran’s Appreciation Outreach, 9 a.m. to noon, by appointment Breakfast took place at the Senior Center and for a number of attendees it has become a tradition they look forward to each year. More than 30 veterans turned out for the breakfast this Tree Trimming & year and enjoyed chatting with fellow veterans while also Carols noting how much they appreciate the event made possible ‘Tis the Season to Deck the Halls! Get into by the organizers. “It’s nice when they do something like the holiday spirit by helping the Mendon this,” said Army Veteran John Cicchese, who has been a Senior Center prepare for the upcoming regular at the annual breakfast. Cicchese sat with friends holidays on Tuesday, December 2 at 12:30 and fellow soldiers Anthony Iacovelli who served in the Mendon veterans and friends (from the left) John Sullivan, p.m.. Bring a tree ornament from home Navy Submarine Service and John Sullivan who served in Anthony Iacovelli, and John Cicchese enjoy the Veterans or choose from one from our collection. the Navy. “It’s really nice to be here,” agreed Iacovelli. Appreciation Breakfast at the Mendon Senior Center. While registration for this program is not At another table, women veterans Sue Tetreault and necessary, please let us know if you plan Peggy Phipps sat together enjoying their breakfast and to join us for the Tri-Valley luncheon each other’s company. Phipps served in an administrative beforehand, by calling 508-478-6175. The capacity in the Marine Corps. “I served between the cost of the meal is a $3 donation and van Korean War and Vietnam War,” she said proudly. Tetreault transportation is available. spent 21 years of active duty in the Army and said no matter the age of veterans or no matter which branch of the military they’ve served in, the solidarity among them is a constant. “The camaraderie among veterans is incredible,” she explained. “You can meet a fellow veteran on the street and there’s an automatic connection.” As the veterans enjoyed a hearty meal of pancakes, Just-A-Wee-Day scrambled eggs, sausage, and juice, the Mendon Minstrels entertained everyone with a medley of patriotic songs, Child Care Center including the theme songs of each branch of the military. Established in 1972 by Suzanne Byrne As things began to wrap up, Senior Center Director PRESCHOOL & PRE-K Amy Wilson Kent thanked everyone for coming, including FALL REGISTRATION State Senator Richard Moore, D. Uxbridge. Mendon Minstrels leader Marjorie West may have best NOW OPEN summed up everyone’s feelings about serving and living in New Location! the United States. “Even with all its problems, it’s still the 138 Hartford Ave, Hopedale Veterans Sue Tetreault and Peggy Phipps sat together at the best place on earth,” she said to the audience before the 508-473-1689 group sang its rendition of God Bless America. [email protected] Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. 52 weeks a year from Providing Quality 6:30 am - 6 pm Care for Infants through Age 14. Dannielle Byrne Director/Owner

12 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 Mendon News Mendon Voters Sup- Mendon Supports Renegotiated Salaries but Founder’s Park to port Preservation of Defeats Rezoning District Light Up on Friday,

Pearson Farm By Michelle Sanford could go there without committing to December 5 Staff Reporter/Columnist anything. Still residents were wary of the By Michelle Sanford A total of 27 articles were presented to measure and thought it best to get more Staff Reporter/Columnist Mendon voters during the town’s November information on possible uses for the land Once again, a beloved tradition will be part 5 Special Town Meeting. In total, 85 and voted down Article 17. of Mendon’s holiday festivities this year. The registered Mendon voters attended the Voters went on to pass a number of town’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting will meeting. other financial articles including Article 6 take place at Founder’s Park on the evening The first several articles voted on which paid prior year bills totaling $3,790 of Friday, December 5. involved town salaries and passed and Article 7 funded floor repairs to Town A number of local groups come together unanimously. Article 1 re-opened Article Hall totaling $3,728. Article 8 funded each year to make the evening a very 3 from the May Annual Town Meeting $12,249 to purchase a high-tech printer for special one for families to enjoy. The event is coordinated by Mendon’s Boy Scout At the November 5 Special Town Meeting, in order to reset elected officials salaries the Town Hall as well as a number of new Troop 44 with the assistance of the Mendon residents voted to preserve the Pearson Farm to provide them their negotiated salaries. PCs and Article 9 sought $6,280 due to an Lions Club, the Taft Library, the Mendon property on Quissett Road. (Photo courtesy Article 2 then realigned the salaries of increase in the regionalized Dog Officer’s Fire Department, and Charles River Bank. of Susan Speers from the Metacomet Land the Treasurer/Collector, Administrative services. Article 10 provided an additional The Tree Lighting has been a tradition Trust Board.) Assistant for the Police Department and $10,801 to BVT’s budget and Article 11 Board of Selectmen’s Administrative transferred $50,000 to repair bridges on in town for more than 20 years ago. It was Assistant’s totaling $6,585. And Article 3 Bellingham St. and Hartford Ave. initially organized by the former Mendon transferred approximately $48,282 to the Two articles on warrant, 12 and 13, Festival Committee. However, when that By Michelle Sanford salary accounts for the elected officials’ concerned Other Post Employment committee disbanded ten years ago, Troop Staff Reporter/Columnist renegotiated wages for Fiscal Year 2015. Benefits. Voters passed Article 12 which 44 took over coordinating the event. During the November 5 Special Town Voters also approved hiring a third party established an OPEB Liability Trust Fund Kicking off the Holiday Tree Lighting Meeting, Mendon residents voted to uti- consulting firm for $17,500 to analyze and then went on to pass Article 13 which this year will be a new addition to the lize several sources of funding in order to the town’s personnel Classification and transferred $25,000 into the new Fund. merriment. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the preserve approximately 70 acres of land Compensation Plan. Voters acting on Article 14 transferred Miscoe Hill School Chorus, led by Brendan known as Pearson Farm on Quissett Road. And speaking of town employees, $135,000 into the town’s Stabilization Ferrari, will perform a number of favorite The purchase price for the property totaled Article 5 funded $3,000 toward professional Account and in Article 15, $100,000 was holiday songs. $800,000. development classes for the Town transferred into the Capital Expense Then at approximately 7 p.m., a jolly In addition to the open space, the prop- Administrator and the Board of Selectmen’s Account. fellow named Mr. Claus is scheduled to erty also boasts a farm, hundreds of feet of Administrative Assistant. Article 16 purchased a hand-held meter arrive. Mendon’s Fire Department has historic stone walls, a pond, and various One article that voters rejected was to reading package totaling $9,128 and Article graciously agreed to escort the guest wildlife habitats. The land also abuts 800 rezone a parcel of town-owned land from 18 funded cell tower antenna infrastructure of honor to Founder’s Park. According acres of additional open space. a General Residential District to a General to be used primarily for dispatch totaling to Troop 44 volunteer Kevin Rudden, Article 19 on the warrant was asking Business District located at 3 North Ave. $4,363. “The FAA often makes Santa use ground residents to use $300,000 of Community The district change could allow for small And finally two nonfinancial articles, transportation due to Boston/Providence Preservation Act (CPA) monies to fund a businesses and a gathering area in town. 26 and 27, involved the Town Forest area air traffic congestion.” In addition to conservation restriction on the front half However, a number of residents voiced their Committee. For Article 26 residents Santa, a number of other holiday characters of the property. Community Preservation concerns about the change fearing what supported to accept, as a gift, walking trail are scheduled to make an appearance. Committee Chair Anne Mazar explained type of development may occur. easements. However, residents said no to The Taft Public Library will be holding to voters that the state’s Division of Fisher- Still, Selectman Michael Goddard told Article 27 which was looking to discontinue a coloring contest to determine which ies and Wildlife had agreed to purchase the residents the measure was just a first step the section of Tower Road within the lucky youth will have the honor of lighting back half of the land for $165,000 and the into exploring the possibilities of what boundaries of the Town Forest. the tree, stop by to pick up the page that Committee was working with Northeast needs some color. Mendon’s Lions Club Farm Access and Metacomet Land Trust is providing the lights for Founder’s Park to locate a farmer interested in purchasing which stay lit throughout the holiday the front half of property for $335,000 who Troop 44 Will Recycle Your Christmas Tree season. would utilize the land for agricultural use. Mendon’s Troop 44 Boy Scouts are conducting their annual Christmas tree recycling on And once again, Charles River Bank will Mazar stated she knew of several farmers Saturday, December 27, 2014; Saturday, January 3, 2015; and, Sunday, January 4, 2015. be open for the Tree Lighting. The Bank already interested. Through all three fund- For a $5 donation, Scouts will pick up your tree (Mendon residents only) and take it will provide coffee, hot cocoa, cookies, and ing of sources, the town would be able to away to be chopped up into mulch that will be used by the Mendon Highway Department. other holiday treats for attendees. Parking preserve the property. All proceeds will be used to help Scouts attend summer camp in 2015. and restrooms will also be available. Because the land has been used for agri- To have your tree picked up, please call Laurie at 508-478-6091 or e-mail:xmasTree@ Founder’s Park is located at the corner of cultural purposes and therefore less taxes troop44mendon.org. North St. and Route 16. are paid on it, the town had first right of refusal before the owners sold it to an inter- ested developer. Chad Boardman General Manager from the development company Eastland Partners, Inc out of Milford, at- tended the Town Meeting and stated he had plans to build approximately six to eight homes on the land but also intended to donate 40 acres of the land back to the com- munity. Regardless, many residents, including Richard Chase, voiced their support to keep the land for the town and to preserve the open space, the wetlands, and wildlife. Chase said he feared the town was losing too much open space lately and urged voters to pass the article. After the measure passed by majority vote, Mazar said she was very happy that it was through a collaborative effort that the property was preserved. “Using multiple funding sources makes Mendon’s Com- munity Preservation Act (CPA) funds go further, so that the town can continue to support other CPA endeavors for historical preservation, active recreation, and afford- able housing projects, as well as the open space preservation projects. CPA funds en- able these amazing projects that would oth- erwise not happen without them,” she said. Mendon now has several weeks to execute a purchase and sale agreement with owner Larry Pearson.

November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 13 ◆ ELECTION RESULTS from front page

in Congress’ seat. Incumbent Democrat The new Registrar of Probate is Stephanie Salon Richard Anthony Edward Markey received 1,285,736 Fattman who overall received 124,238 statewide versus his Republican challenger votes versus her challenger Incumbent Brian Herr’s 789,378 votes. However, Stephen Abraham who received 114,444. WE THANK YOU! Herr won in both Mendon and Upton. In In Mendon, Fattman won with 1,446 votes Mendon, Herr received 1,321 votes versus versus Abraham’s 822 votes and in Upton Markey’s 1,044 votes and in Upton Herr she received 1,607 votes versus Abraham’s To all our received 1,595 versus Markey’s 1,249. 1,066. clientsc , thank For the Attorney General’s seat, Jennie L. Caissie ran unchallenged for the Democrat Maura Healy beat Republican Councillor’s seat and received 1,570 votes youy for making John Miller by a total vote of 1,285,736 in Mendon and 1,924 votes in Upton. Also ouro first month versus 789,378. However, in Mendon Healy running unchallenged was Joseph Early for in our new received 1,046 votes and Miller received the District Attorney’s seat. In Mendon, he location such 1,282. In Upton, Healy received 1,329 votes received 1,437 votes and in Upton 1,777. while Miller received 1,493. Voters also decided on four questions. a success! Incumbent Democrat Secretary of State Question 1 passed by a total vote of William Galvin beat his challenger David 1,091,131 to 968,909 to eliminate the 1212 MilforMilford StrStreeet,et, UUptonpt D’Arcangelo by an overall vote of 1,391,793 requirement that the state’s gas tax be versus 594,633. Galvin also won in Mendon adjusted annually based on the Consumer 508-529-6500 • salonrichardanthony.net receiving 1,295 votes versus D’Archngelo’s Price Index. Mendon and Upton residents 976. In Upton, Galvin took home 1,588 also supported the question. In Mendon, votes versus 1,126 votes for D’Arcangelo. 1,487 voted in favor of the measure versus For State Treasurer, there were three 876 who said no. And in Upton, it also candidates vying for the seat, with Democrat passed by a vote of 1,827 to 1.061. 2014 REBATES Deborah Goldberg winning with a total Question 2 to expand the beverage SAVING ENERGY, SAVING GREEN of 1,115,042 votes versus challengers container recycling law was defeated by a Republican Michael Heffernan’s 825,701 total vote of 1,555,858 versus 561,635. WITH ZERO% FINANCING votes and Green Party’s Ian Jackson’s 82,138 In Mendon, it was also defeated by a vote votes. In Mendon, Heffernan received the of 2,087 to 379 and in Upton it was defeated Like Us on Facebook! most votes with 1,345 and Goldberg and by a vote of 2,389 versus 538. • Up to $500 + $150 QIV Install for HeatPump/Central AC Jackson receiving 863 and 72, respectively. In Question 3 to expand prohibitions on Upton, Heffernan also won receiving 1,549 gambling was defeated by a total vote of • $25 to $1,600 Heating Equipment Items (15 rebates total) votes versus Goldberg’s 1,101 and Jackson’s 1,268,040 versus 840,589. In Mendon, voters • High Efficiency Furnace & Water Heater Rebates - NEW 108 votes. also said no to the measure by a vote of 1,684 j j Incumbent Suzanne Bump will retain her to 771 and in Upton, voters also defeated the ® j j j • $200 Visa card for EnergyStar Pool Pump j j seat as auditor receiving 1,141,788 overall question by a vote of 1,879 to 1,020. j j j votes, versus Republican Patricia Saint And overall by a vote of 1,252,197 Give us a call today to Aubin’s 752,881 votes and Green Party MK to 856280, Question 4 passed to allow discuss your options. Merelice’s 79,759. However, in Mendon, employees to earn and use sick time per Saint Aubin won receiving 1,230 votes, certain conditions. In Mendon, voters *All rebates and 0% financing 1954 6 2014 508-533-6561 0th A ARY Bump received 907 votes, and MK Merelice defeated the measure by a vote of 1,250 are available through Mass Save. NNIVERS 800-649-5949 Restrictions apply. For detailed received 64 votes. In Upton, Saint Aubin to 1,188 and in Upton, residents barely Please reference Promo code: TC1014 information visit www.masssave.com or call 800-232-0120. also won receiving 1,389 versus Bump’s defeated the question by 1,460 to 1,445. 1,173 votes and Merelice’s 108.

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By Michelle Sanford done by the Scouts from Staff Reporter/Columnist Troop 1, Troop 44, and Thanks to the efforts of Mendon’s local scouts Pack 1. and other volunteers, Christmas came a little early Food Pantry for the Mendon Food Pantry. On the morning Coordinator Carol Kotros of Saturday, November 8, the Scouting for Food noted by mid-morning, initiative was in full force as hundreds of bags of donations seemed to be much needed donated food and other products were coming in a little slower dropped off at the Senior Center. compared to other years “People don’t just give one item,” said Cub but she hoped things Scout Committee Chair and volunteer Many Ann would pick up soon. The LaBonne. “They fill up bags of donations. I know Scouting for Food is the one house that gives four or five bags. It’s obvious biggest food drive for the they go out and buy items just for this.” Pantry and is a necessity It was a day of donating time and much needed food items during By 10:30 a.m., cub scouts and volunteer drivers in order to provide for all the in need families Mendon’s November 8 Scouting for Food initiative. were pulling up with car loads full of nonperishable and individuals it serves in town. The schools and food donations that included pasta, peanut butter, the Taft Public Library also sponsor food drives The Food Pantry is available to all Mendon residents who receive fuel soups, school snacks, as well as laundry detergent throughout the year. assistance, food stamps and/or aid to dependent children as well as to and paper products, among many others. As the The Mendon Food Pantry is always looking for those who are disabled and/or unemployed. Referrals from local churches, Boy Scouts unpacked each item and checked their donations. Kotros said those unable to donate on social agencies, or concerned citizens regarding seniors and families in expiration date, a number of food pantry volunteers November 8 may drop off nonperishable items during need will also be accepted. All clients’ names are kept confidential. were busy stocking shelves. regular Senior Center hours. The Food Pantry also The Food Pantry is open the first Monday of each month or by This year’s Scouting for Food Coordinator accepts financial donations (checks preferred), which appointment and is located at 62 Providence St. For questions, contact the Maureen Watchmaker noted all the hard work being may be made payable to the Mendon Food Pantry. Senior Center at 508-478-6175.

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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 15 Pond Home wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We are here to Senior Living support elders in our care before, during, and after the holidays. Area VNA & Hospice Outscores The only BrightStar Care Residential Care National Average Facility in the Greater Milford By Michelle Sanford During November’s National Home Care 289 East Street Area. O ering Staff Reporter/ and Hospice Month, SALMON VNA & Medical and Columnist Hospice announced an 18 percent increase Wrentham, MA 02093 Social Supports in satisfaction for its overall rating of care to elders. It’s a difficult between March 2014 and September 2014. 508-384-3531 thing to watch According to a recent independent An Aordable Option in Long Term Care, an elderly parent survey, SALMON VNA & Hospice’s overall www.pondhome.org Oering Residential Care & Supportive face the challenges rating of care rose from 81 to 95 percent, [email protected] Nursing Care since 1902 of growing well over the average national rating of 92 older or a family percent. SALMON also rated higher than member dealing the national and Massachusetts averages in with a disability wound improvement, educating patients making them and their caregivers, and diabetes care. less independent. SALMON Manager for Quality However, knowing Improvement Michelle Duason, responsible that loved ones are for gathering and analyzing reports on in the capable and patient satisfaction and improvement, caring hands of commented, “The reports all point to the fact that our staff is providing quality care trained health care Two BrightStar students practice a Hoyer lift transfer. professionals can but also trustworthiness and reliability. certainly help to give families some peace And for many families, that is invaluable. of mind. Whether it’s round the clock care, BrightStar Care is a unique service coming to a home for an hour, or even a agency that provides home care services ride to a doctor’s appointment, meeting and staffing solutions to health facilities. the medical and personnel needs of clients The agency’s primary goal is to offer the is achieved on every level. highest level of care to its clients. BrightStar home health aides can Whether it’s a home health aide or a help with bathing, dressing, feeding, Registered Nurse, all BrightStar employees oral hygiene, meal preparation, and are put through a vigorous screening housekeeping. and training process. Unannounced Qualified Registered Nurses and supervisory visits and regular Licensed Practical Nurses can also provide performance reviews are all part of being medical services at home, including blood a BrightStar employee. In 2012, BrightStar sugar testing, in-home blood testing Just ask for Care created a Regional Training Center and injections, wound care, medication in its Milford office to provide home management, and even hospice assistance. Blaire House of Milford health aides with simulated training All clients meet with the Director of meant to simulate the most challenging Nursing for a needs assessment and . . . wHen tHe care situations that may arise in a client’s home. home safety assessment. A BrightStar “We take the steps to be a high quality, staff member can be reached live any SALMON VNA & Hospice RN Kathy Schrader shares a laugh with patient Louise Furcinitti in her you need can Make high service provider,” said David Price, time of the day or night should questions Milford home. SALMON photo all tHe difference, President and owner of BrightStar Care. or concerns arise. BrightStar serves the BrightStar is one of the few home care Worcester County area and according to cHoose tHe Best! agencies to be accredited by the Joint Price, the agency is always looking for and services which directly affect patients Commission, the same organization that qualified health care professionals to work on multiple levels. Patients are getting accredits hospitals and skilled nursing for them. BrightStar Care is located at 115 better in key areas, plus they like and facilities. As a result of meeting this level Water St. For more information on their appreciate our staff and their work.” of professionalism, BrightStar employees services call 508-282-5020 or view www. Director of SALMON VNA & Hospice not only bring their specialized expertise brightstarcare.com/milfordworcester. Michele Govern added, “Home Care and Hospice Month is an opportunity for us to recognize the critical nature of our work. It’s gratifying to have concrete evidence www.towncrier.us of client satisfaction and positive health

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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 17 GRAND OPENING Holiday Shopping Guide Saturday, November 29 WILD SIDE FLORIST St. Gabriel Christmas Fair Claflin Hill Symphony Broadway Youth Dance UPTON-St. Gabriel’s Christmas Fair is on Saturday, December 6 from Orchestra Holiday Pops 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair is well known for it’s vast selection of fresh Theater’s 9th Holiday MILFORD-A regional concert greenery - abundantly decorated balsam wreaths, cemetery baskets, Spectacular favorite Holiday Pops 2014 – mistletoe kissing balls and fresh holly berry table arrangements. A heralds the holiday season with NORTHBRIDGE-Tickets for the selection of indoor plants such as Christmas Cactus also will be sold. both the Claflin Hill Symphony Broadway Youth Dance Theater’s 9th Both new and “like new” items can be purchased in the Gift Boutique Orchestra and the New World Holiday Spectacular, which will be and fantastic bargains can be found in Attic Treasures. Olde Tyme Chorale performing. The performed on Saturday, November Christmas offers cherished decorations and unusual Christmas decor. December 13 concert will feature 22 at 7 p.m. and Sunday November Many handcrafted items for the holiday season along with hand knit traditional favorites that define the 23 at 2 p.m. at Northbridge Middle and crocheted goods will be sold. Chances can be taken for various spirit of the season, as well as new School, are now on sale. Tickets can Theme Baskets, Home Heating Oil, Gift Certificates and a Christmas Unique • Contemporary • Upscale classics. There will be eggnog, hot be purchased directly from the main Lottery Tree of $100-worth of lottery tickets. The Bake Table will be chocolate, and a visit from a special page of the BYDT website, http://bydt. Floral designs for all occasions overflowing with home baked cookies, pies, cakes, breads and many guest dressed in red. weebly.com by clicking on Purchase other delectable items. Ticket information is available Tickets. Tickets are $15 plus $1.75 Open Mon-Fri 9-5 • Saturday 9-2 Lunch of soup and sandwiches, pizza, hot dogs, chili and grape nut online at www.claflinhill.org, or service charge per ticket. Tickets 95 E. Main St, Milford pudding for dessert will be served. Stop by St. Gabriel the Archangel by calling 508-478-5924. Special may also be purchased at the door Church, 151 Mendon St., Upton for an enjoyable holiday experience. 508-478-6063 • WildSideFlorist.net family packages and student for a price of $18 a piece. Should you pricing is also available. encounter any difficulty with the on- The Santa Clause line ticketing process, please do not hesitate to contact Pam Brien, BYDT WHITINSVILLE-Alternatives and the Ticket Chairperson, at pambrien@ Northbridge Public Schools/Northbridge Hoboken Citizen’s Auxiliary gmail.com or the BYDT board at bydt. Special Education Parent Advisory Holiday Fair [email protected]. Council will be sponsoring a movie night MILFORD-The Hoboken Citizen’s The show is loosely based on the featuring The Santa Clause with Tim Allen. The Club Auxiliary’s annual Holiday Radio City Holiday Spectacular and movie will take place on Friday, December 5 Fair and Bake/Food Sale will be is a wonderful way to kick off the at Alternatives’ GB & Lexi Singh Performance held on Saturday, November holiday season Center, Whitin Mill, 60 Douglas Road, 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Whitinsville. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the Hoboken Club, 252 Central St., movie beginning at 6:30 p.m. This event is Milford Christmas Concert On The free and open to the public and there will be Come visit our vendors and shop Corner refreshments for sale as well as raffles and early for that special holiday gift. MILFORD-On Sunday, December 14, door prizes. This event is held each year to The fair will feature homemade at 3 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, celebrate National Inclusive Schools Week Italian pastries and food for sale, 17 Congress St., Milford, will offer a that is celebrated this year on December 1 – 5. including homemade cappelletti, Christmas Concert on the Corner Seele Individuals from our Friends/Teens Night and a variety of gift baskets and Musicale will perform select pieces Out program through the Northbridge Public raffles. by composers Corelli, Scarlatti, Bach, Schools and individuals served by Alternatives and Handel. A reception follows the come together each year to celebrate this week performance. This concert is free and joining community and the schools in our town Pine St. Baptist Christmas open to the public; donations will be working together for a more inclusive world. Bazaar most appreciated. For more information on this event, please For more information, please contact MILFORD-On Saturday, contact Kathy Lyons at [email protected] or the church at 508-473-8464, rector@ December 6, Pine St. Baptist at 508-234-6224. trinitychurchmilford.org, or visit Church, 41 Pine St., Milford will TrinityChurchMilford.org. To learn hold their frist Christmas Bazaar, more about Seele Musicale, visit www. Make Your Own Tree Ornament in the church hall from 9 a.m. seelemusicale.com. MENDON-Make your own Tree Ornament to 3 p.m. Featured items will be at the Mendon Historical Museum on Friday, homemade fudge, cookies and December 5 at 7 p.m. The event sponsored by cakes, wooden toy table, aprons, Milford Regional Medical the Mendon Historical Society will feature local jewelry, white elephant table, arts quilting instructor, Joyce Gilmore, teaching how and crafts, and take out meals, Center Auxiliary Holiday to make a fold-and-tuck fabric tree ornament. food and beverages, candle Fundraisers Kits will be available for small donation. making and lots of surprises. MILFORD-The Milford Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will present the following holiday themed events: Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheArtfulMix Pine St. Baptist Christmas Bazaar Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus decorative On Saturday, Dec 6, from 9-3, Pine St. Baptist Church will hold their frist figures raffle sale – December 1 to Christmas Bazaar, in the church hall at 41 Pine St., Milford. Featured items 4 in the Atrium Café at the Medical will be homemade fudge, cookies and cakes, wooden toy table, aprons, jewelry, Center, 14 Prospect Street, Milford. white elephant table, arts and crafts, and take out meals, food and beverages, The Holiday Fresh Greenery sale will candle making and lots of surprises. be held on December 4, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the MRMC Café. Fresh GIFTS wreaths, swags, baskets, centerpieces, Sale Dates 11/21-11/26 UNIQUE • HANDMADE • UPCYCLED THANKSGIVING HOURS table trees and more will be available. Wed, Nov 26 9am-10pm The Auxiliary conducts many This eclectic shop features gifts and goods from the region & through- Closed Thanksgiving Day out the U.S. Shop for special, unique nds that are made in America. Normal Hrs. Resume fundraisers throughout the year Nov 28 that provide support to MRMC Departments. For more information, call 508-422-2099.

Hospital Auxiliary Holiday Tree Fundraiser MILFORD-The Milford Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will be raffling a Holiday Tree decorated with $100 worth of scratch-off tickets. Raffle tickets will be sold December 15- 22 in the MRMC Atrium Café, 14 Prospect St., Milford from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets will also be available in the Hospital Gift Shop. The winner will be drawn on December 22nd at 1:30 pm in the Atrium Cafe. The public is welcome. The Auxiliary conducts many fundraisers throughout the year that provide support to MRMC Departments and is currently supporting the Medical Center expansion. For more information, call 508-422-2099.

18 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 Holiday Shopping Guide Studio 16 Visions of Hair Salon Sugarplums Wishing a Happy Holiday Season! Dance on Stage From Studio 16 By Melissa Orff ANY SERVICE Staff Reporter $10 OFF with this ad For the past 32 years, The Greater Milford Ballet Association has brought a timeless holiday tradition to life on stage, and will Gift Certificates 1-508-478-0016 so again this year with their performance of for the Holiday Season! The Nutcracker ballet on December 13 and 32 Hastings Street 14 at the Milford High School Auditorium. A classic story for all ages, The Nutcracker Suite 115, Mendon, MA is a tale of Clara, a young girl who dreams The Greater Milford Ballet performed of having adventures with the nutcracker its 32nd annual production of “The she receives for Christmas. The ballet is Nutcracker,” a timeless holiday tradition performed to a collection music written by for all ages on December137 and 14 at Tchaikovsky known as The Nutcracker Suite. the Davoren Auditorium at Milford High BeckBecky’sy’s SpaSpa RetreaRetreatt Georgia Deane, Artistic Director and School. This year’s ballet features a cast EXCLUSIVE SKIN CARE Founder of the Deane School of Dance in of dancers from local area dance studios FOR MEN & WOMEN Mendon and the Greater Milford Ballet as well as professional dancers from Association (GMB) said that the GMB Festival Ballet Providence as the Sugar Black Friday Specials was formed in 1979 and has brought The Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. Pictured is Nutcracker to the stage for the past thirty- Megan Mathieson who played the Angel two years because their audience keeps Princess in last year’s production. Melissa BLACK FRIDAY SPA PACKAGE PAMPER ME asking for more. “Every year I have people GIFT CARD SUNDAYS Orff photo. Retreat Vita Facial, calling me asking me when the tickets SPECIAL Refresh yourself by are going to go on sale. It has become a Brow Wax, and 30 Min and Alan Alberto as the Cavalier. Buy $100 - add $50 Reiki - only $68! booking a Retreat Vita tradition for many people; it kicks off the Facial on any Sunday holiday season for them,” she said. Performances will be held on Saturday, Buy $200 - add $100 Must be purchased as December 13 at 4 p.m. and on Sunday, thru December for Yet that doesn’t mean that the audience Valid 11/28/14 from package. only $29. Sundays only! shouldn’t expect to see something new and December 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets prices are Valid through 12/20/14 9am - 12pm ONLY! Valid until 12/28/14. exciting each time. “Every year, I change $20 or $15 reserve seating and may be something in the show,” said Deane who purchased at Charles River Bank on Route hinted that some of those changes this year 16 in Mendon or at the door on the day of 2 MAPLE AVE, UPTON 774-573-3724 included new costumes for the party scene the show. Behind The Upton Post Office BeckysRetreatSpa.com and gymnasts from Express Gymnastics in Milford performing as Candy Canes. “The performance always looks new and fresh and the whole family can go to see a Sea Glass & Shell Jewelry & Ornaments wonderful, professional production for a 8th Annual Family nominal cost,” said Deane. Deane said that Holiday Bazaar the audience will be very pleased with this year’s performance. “It is going to be our Saturday, Dec 6 by MARILYN HOLMANOLMAN best year ever,” she said. hellscapes 10 am - 3 pm Students from local area dance studios FIND ME AT THE make up the cast of GMB’s The Nutcracker. United Parish S Dancers auditioned for roles back in Nursery School CHRISTMAS GALLERY OF ARTS & CRAFTS August and have been rehearsing for the performances for the past few months. Sat, Nov 29, Milford High School The production is choreographed by Laura Photos with Santa Young, former prima ballerina and current faculty of the Boston Ballet and Dean Vendors • Craft Sale College, and is directed by Georgia Deane Bake Sale • Silent Auction And Always At A Little Common Sense and Deane School of Dance Co-Director Kid Craft Making 8 N. Main St., Upton Cynthia Marnik. This year’s cast also includes two United Parish professional principal dancers from the Christian Nursery School Festival Ballet Providence – Emily Loscocco 1 Church St., Upton • 508-529-6382 who will perform as the Sugar Plum Fairy Proceeds Benefit United Parish Nursery School

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Saturday December 6, 2014 7th Annual Christmas Open House United Parish Holiday Bazaar th 10am - 2pm MILFORD-The 7 Annual Christmas Open House at the First UPTON-United Parish Church will hosts it's Congregational Church in Milford, 4 Congress St., on Sunday, December annual holiday bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 6, Holiday crafts, baked goods, cookie 7 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Join us after the Annual Welcome Santa Parade from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the church vestry at walk, luncheon, jewelry box, raffles, for a free sugar cookie and hot cocoa. Jane’s Food Court is open with 1 Church St., Upton. Vendors, Crafts, Baked attic treasures, wine & cheese tasty chili, hot dogs, and hot/cold beverages. A delicious assortment of Goods, Silent Auction, Kid's Craft Making and 65 Hopedale St., Hopedale Christmas cookies will be sold by the pound. Santa arrives at 4:30 p.m. to photos with Santa will put everyone in the mood visit with children, photos are available for purchase. Face painting, cookie for Christmas and have a fun family Saturday. decorating for children, beautiful Gingerbread Houses and a wide variety Call Sandra Leacu for a booth ... 508 529 6382 - of themed Gift Baskets will be on display and raffled to lucky winners. limited spaces still available. Come in out of the cold and enter our warm and inviting Open House filled with Holiday cheer! Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Hopedale Annual Christmas Fair GIVE THE GIFT OF A Little Common Sense HOPEDALE-The Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, A Little Common Sense Hopedale Annual Christmas Fair will be held HEALTH & RELAXATION The community gathering place, right on Upton's Little Common! Saturday November 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parish Center, Hopedale St. There FACIALS • MASSAGE • WAXING 8 North Main Street, Upton, MA is something for everyone—crafters, vendors, Weekly YOGA classes raffles, food, bake sale, kids activities & pictures downstairs, in with Santa. The Karma Cave: Gift Certificates Wednesday 10:30am Wednesday 7-8pm Icicles & Holly Berries Friday 9:30am Corinne E. Ross LMT $10/class- just drop in! WESTBOROUGH-The Westboro Community Chorus annual holiday shows, Icicles & Holly Chiropractic Health Center Fresh Eggs, Berries, will be presented December 5 and 6 800 Providence Road, Whitinsville Local Honey at 8 p.m. and Sunday December 7 at 2 p.m. at & 508-902-7882 Maple Syrup the Sarah Gibbons Middle School, Fisher St., SHOP LOCALLOCAL Westboro. this holiday season! Adult tickets are $12 and Children/Seniors Support LOCAL artists from are $9. To purchase tickets in advance from local Real Bearded Santa Claus Upton and surrounding towns, Chorus members or for information about large right here at groups attending the shows, call Ellen, 508-485- Available for Events, Fairs, A Little Common Sense! A Little Common Sense! 4469. Home Parties or Just a Quick We strive to have 'something for Performances feature memorable holiday Drop by to meet the children everyone!' music, set and costume changes and a special Small Holiday Business OPEN HOUSE play for children of all ages. Proceeds from Recent graduate of Saturday is Saturday shows are used to award music scholarships to Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School November 29! December 6! Westboro High and Middle School students. The winners will be announced at the December Call Early for Best Availability wwwwww..UUppttoonnCCoommmmoonn..ccoomm shows and will perform at the Spring Show next Workshop: 508-473-8442 May. Hours: Wed & Thurs 10-7 ~ Fri & Sat 10-5 ~ Sunday 10-2 Chorus productions are sponsored in part by Sleigh: 508-341-0693 Santa 508-330-9792 grants from the Westborough Cultural Council Claus [email protected] and other Civic groups.

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20 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 School News Valley Tech, an “Incubator for Economic Development”

While his proposed Revitalize American “This school is not just a school; it’s that they remain gainfully employed and Manufacturing and Innovation Act an incubator for economic development are contributing in important ways to awaits a vote in the United States Senate, throughout the entire region,” Kennedy the business, including within some of Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III said. “It’s focused on training folks in career our most complex technological areas,” recently traveled to Blackstone Valley Tech technical education for the jobs that are Wesley said. “The relationship with BVT to explore solutions for the manufacturing available.” has great dividends for Waters Corp. as a industry’s skills gap. Thomas Wesley, Director of Strategic business and for the students who are now Kennedy’s visit came as part of a Planning & Operations Excellence at employees.” manufacturing roundtable organized by Waters Technologies Corporation, echoed With elected officials on the local, state, state Representative John V. Fernandes, Kennedy’s endorsement of BVT’s ability to and federal levels looking for ways to help a D. Milford, and the Massachusetts meet industry needs and said the school resurging manufacturing industry keep its Manufacturing Extension Partnership. has been a valued partner in addressing the momentum, Superintendent-Director Dr. Seated alongside Rep. Fernandes and manufacturing skills gap. Michael Fitzpatrick said Blackstone Valley Senator Richard T. Moore, D. Uxbridge, “We have an agreement with BVT to Tech is honored to be considered a source During his visit to Blackstone Valley Tech, co-chairs of the Legislature’s Manufacturing provide us with students through the of replicable best practices and training Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy took a Caucus, Kennedy spent the morning cooperative education program,” Wesley methods. few minutes to meet with Information speaking with regional manufacturers, explained. “It’s had a profound effect on our “Our legislative partners have been Technology senior Austin LaBastie of many who reported the growing difficulty ability to fill our workforce pipeline needs.” impressed with the creative manner in Mendon. LaBastie is applying to West in finding qualified workers for high-paying In 2013, according to Wesley, Waters which we complement conservative local Point Academy and received valuable jobs. According to Kennedy, Blackstone Corp. hired three Valley Tech graduates assessments with federal, state, grant, and insight from Congressman Kennedy on Valley Tech is one of many resources who first began working for the company local fundraising dollars to provide a world fulfilling the application’s requirement that available to help manufacturers thrive, through the co-op program in their junior class education,” Fitzpatrick said. each candidate be nominated by his or her grow, and stay in Massachusetts. and senior years. “I’m happy to report congressman or senator. BVT photo

Coyote’s Christmas Carol Grease is the Word for Nipmuc Miscoe Hill Youth Theatre’s fall production, Coyote’s Christmas Carol, will be performed at the Drama Guild Miscoe Hill Middle School auditorium on Friday, The Nipmuc Drama Guild has been hard at work rehearsing for their December 12, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 13 upcoming production of the 50’s themed classic Grease. This famous coming-of- at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased age story featuring one of the most beloved rock n’ roll scores of all time will be on line by going to http://mhyt.weebly.com/ and brought to life Thursday December 4 and Saturday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m. and clicking on the “purchase tickets” button. Prices are Sunday December 7 at 2 p.m. in the Nipmuc Regional High School Auditorium. $7 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. The production features the singing, dancing and technical skills of a cast This contemporary portrayal of Dickens’ classic and crew of over 85 students, and is sure to leave you dancing in the aisles. To story, set in Mexico and New Mexico, features purchase tickets please visit the Nipmuc website or www.nipmucperformingarts. Cole LaBonne as Scrooge, Sarah Milch as Coyote, weebly.com to find a link to our online ticketing system. Tickets purchased and Alexandra Perkins as Mariposa. Due to the in advance are $10/adults $7/seniors and students. Tickets are $12 and $9 if popularity of the original story, it is anticipated purchased at the door. Hope to see you there! that all three shows will sell out, please make your purchase early. The Nipmuc Drama Guild is presenting Grease on December 4, 6 and 7.

Marching to Honor Veterans

Members of the Nipmuc Regional High School band marched in the November 11 Veterans Day Parade in Milford. The band played a variety of popular and patriotic tunes as it marched along Main St. Contributed photo

Musical Dates for Mendon Upton Students

The music students in the Mendon Cafeteria will feature the Nipmuc Upton Regional School District will be Performing Ensembles – Jazz Band, performing at the following concerts in the Jazz Choir, Boys A Cappella, Girls A next few weeks. Cappella, Concert Choir –tickets are $5 Nipmuc Winter Concert -- Wednesday, per person, sold at the door. Photos with December 10 at 7 p.m. at Nipmuc Santa $5 are as well. Regional High School. Also the Mendon Upton Music Boosters, Miscoe 8th Grade Winter Concert - in conjunction with Ribbons Jewelry & Wednesday, December 17 at 7 p.m. at Gifts, 158 North Main St., Uxbridge will be Miscoe Hill School. holding a fundraiser from November 24 508.478.2312 Miscoe 7th Grade Winter Concert - through December 7 with ten percent of Thursday, December 18 at 7 p.m. at all purchases to be donated for the music Miscoe Hill School. program. Please mention that you are with Spaghetti with Santa- Monday, December the Mendon Upton Music Department or 15, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Nipmuc bring in the flyer available at the schools. TARDUST JEWELER S Imperial Plaza|12 Uxbridge Rd | Rte 16, Mendon S

November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 21 School News

School Highlights for providing lunch to the teachers on sharing your expertise with our staff and/or November 19 before conferences, which students or would like more information, Mendon Upton Mendon-Upton Regional much appreciated by all. please contact Principal Deb Swain at Compiled by Melissa Orff Three energy savings projects will [email protected] or call 508-529-1020. School Officials be going on at Clough thanks to grants DISTRICT: Wednesday, November 26 received by Mendon, a Massachusetts NIPMUC: On November 13, Nipmuc hosted Keeping an Eye will be an early release day for all schools. Green Community. The three projects approximately 60 International Fellows There will be no school on November 27 or save an estimated $11,894 annually and from the National Defense University on Potential “Red 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Schools include installation of a Variable Speed (NDU) in Washington, D.C. The fellows will resume on Monday, December 1. Air Controller Drives to vary both the are colonels or generals from the militaries Flags” For Budget temperature and volume of conditioned of partner nations who are being trained By Melissa Orff CLOUGH: In conjunction with Clough air for the cafetorium and gymnasium, in diplomacy – learning about American Staff Reporter School’s KCR (Kindness, Caring and based on real-time demand; weatherization society and education system. Nipmuc The Mendon Upton School Committee Respect) Program, please join the Second measures to address air infiltration in alumnus Nathaniel Kahler who works started their November 17 meeting by Grade teachers and their students as they doorways and overhang areas); and with the university initiated this visit being serenaded by the Nipmuc Regional hold their Annual Food Drive. They are Demand Control Ventilation system to and attended with the fellows. Nipmuc High School’s A cappella groups who sang collecting non- perishable food items to control delivery of conditioned air based Principal John Clements provided an “In Still of the Night” and “Sweet Dreams donate to the Mendon Food Pantry, which on occupancy of rooms throughout the overview of the school and conducted a are Made of This.” Nipmuc Choral Director residents may drop off in the school’s front building. question and answer session. International Ann Marie Tremblay introduced the boys lobby. Report cards will be distributed on students then shadowed some Nipmuc and girls A cappella choruses, stating that Clough’s School Wide Walk, also December 3. School picture make up will students in their classes and experienced the two groups performed the previous known as the 100 mile club, took place be held on December 4. lunch in the high school cafeteria. During week at the Open House for students on November 12. Once again the Fuel Up their year in the United States, the officers entering 9th grade next year. to Play 60 Ambassadors led the students MEMORIAL: On November 12, the staff of will visit a maximum security prison in Following, Superintendent Dr. Joseph and staff around the building for the walk. Memorial School honored all veterans and Tennessee, the Blackfoot Pow-Wow in Maruszczak gave a status report to the Tracking this is easy on the fueluptoplay60. raised over $150 for The GI GO Fund by Montana, a demolished neighborhood in Committee on budget issues that could com dashboard. Have your child log in participating in the Jeans for GIs project. Detroit, Google HQ in California, Harvard have a potential impact on the district in and go to Report Play. They can report it Staff members donated a minimum of $5 University, an oil rig in Texas, an aircraft the near future. as 100 mile club and add that they walked and wore jeans to school on the day after carrier in Norfolk, and among other Maruszczak informed the Committee 0.6 miles. At the end of the year they can Labor Day. “This is one more way in which visits, one American public high school – that he has received word that the state see how many miles they walked. A few Memorial School strives to give back to the Nipmuc Regional High School. The goal is is looking at potential cuts of up to $325 ambassadors are organizing a December community,” said Principal Debra Swain. for the officers to return to their countries million to its annual budget, something that 10 walk for the Make a Wish Foundation. Fourth grade students will be visiting understanding the culture, diversity, is commonly referred to as 9C cuts. “If you More information to follow. each of the classrooms to perform a history, and society of the different people remember, we were in this situation last Clough teacher Margaret Chianese skit they wrote about hunger and the in the United States. year based on revenue streams being below has been working with the fourth grade important work that is done by the United Nipmuc Student Council held its annual their benchmarks,” he said. Maruszczak students creating and publishing their very Parish Food Pantry of Upton. They will leaf raking project on Sunday, November 9. said that once the November, December, own newspaper revolving around various also be asking students and staff to bring Fifty-nine students volunteered their time and post-holiday sales figures came in, topics at Clough. Special thanks goes to their “spare change” to school between to clean the properties of eight veterans the budget caught up and no cuts were Town Crier Reporter Melissa Orff for November 19 and 21 as a donation for the and senior citizens of Mendon and Upton. made. Maruszczak cautioned that this year working with students and providing them food pantry. In partnership with Nipmuc This has become a much loved day for the could be different, however, as there is an guidance and input on how to interview Regional High School Teacher David council which despite the hard work, is upcoming reduction in the income tax rate and write articles. The first edition of the Antonelli’s Life Skill’s Class, the donations both fun and gratifying. from 5.2 percent to 5.15 percent beginning Clough Crier was distributed to the fourth will be used by the high school students Nipmuc Regional High School is in January, as well as a projected $175 grade students on November 5. Be sure to to purchase food products for the food the recipient of the MIAA Division 3 million shortfall in non-tax revenues such check out the Clough Crier on the Clough pantry. Donations can also be made at Volleyball Team Sportsmanship Award. as fees. School website. the Memorial School Office for this great The presentation of this award took place “Things are still very, very unclear,” said Special thanks goes to the Clough cause. as part of the pre-game announcements Maruszczak. “Out of caution, there is a PTO for bringing the Tumblebus to the One of this year’s School Improvement at one of the state final games at freeze on the district budget until further TThishis HHoolidayliday SeasonSeason school for the Preschool students. The Goals for Memorial is providing every Fitchburg High School on November 15. notice,” he said. 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22 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER November 21, 2014 School News State Officials, MASC Honor BVT Students In recognition of their impressive performance at the 50th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference Championships, several students at Blackstone Valley Tech were recently honored by elected officials, the Massachusetts Associations of School Committees, and the BVT School Committee at its October meeting.

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Shown left to right are: Dillon Arnold of Northbridge (Bronze, Urban Search and Rescue), Eric Peterson of Mendon (Silver, Mobile Robotics), Nicolette Haug of Bellingham (4th Place, Technical Computer Applications), Brittany Rovedo of Blackstone (Gold, Restaurant Service), Worcester County State Senator Richard T. Moore, Ninth Worcester District State Shop Local ... Buy Local Representative John V. Fernandes, Ella Dehestani of Millville (Silver, Community Service), Samantha Cella of Northbridge (Silver, Community Service), Michael Altavilla of Mendon Support Businesses in Your Community (Gold, Principles of Engineering Technology), and Brett Yoder of Douglas (Silver, Mobile Robotics). BVT photo

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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 23 Sports Soccer All Star and MVP Leonelli Steps Down as BVT Nipmuc Girls Soccer Captures Sectional Kelsey Campbell of Upton, Baseball Coach a sophomore student and Title athlete at Colby-Sawyer By Chris Villani College, New London, Sports Reporter/Columnist N.H., was named to the All For the Nipmuc girls’ soccer team, North Atlantic Conference winning a sectional championship (NAC) First Soccer Team. became a family affair. Senior captain She led the conference Jenna Fitzgerald and her little sister, with six assists in NAC freshman Leah Fitzgerald, each scored as contests and was tied for the Warriors defeated Holy Name 2-1 last fourth with 14 points. She Saturday to claim the district crown. is second on the team with “I thought we maintained possession 16 points on five goals and throughout the game and our defense six assists. Campbell is tied played well when it needed to,” head for the team lead with two coach Howard Cohen said. “We missed game-winners. some opportunities and they definitely During the NAC threatened at times, but we came out on Championship game t op.” in which Colby Sawyer The Fitzgerald sisters scored six defeated Castleton on minutes apart in the first half to stake November 8, Campbell Kelsey Campbell Anthony Leonelli, on the left, shown here with his dad, Nick Leonelli, their team to a 2-0 lead at halftime. scored had the winning has resigned as the Valley Tech baseball coach. A Mendon native, The Warriors defense has produced 17 goal and was named MVP Leonelli was recently appointed as Head Men’s Basketball Coach shutouts on the season, so 2-0 seemed an of tournament. She is the category leader for Colby-Sawyer for and Assistant to the Athletic Director at Green Mountain College in insurmountable deficit for the Naps. But points -18, assists-six, game winning goals three. Poultney Vermont. Russ Boisvert photo Holy Name scored early in the second half, the first goal against Nipmuc keeper Amanda St. Germain in more than a By Chris Villani month. Sports Reporter/Columnist “We had nine shutouts in a row going Local Swimmer Honored In an open letter to Blackstone Valley Tech students, parents, and into this game, so it was a little difficult to fans, Anthony Leonelli announced he will not be returning as baseball give up a goal,” Cohen said. “But we were at Banquet coach in 2015. able to rebound well after that. We have “Due to my new full time position as Head Men’s Basketball Coach and so much faith in our defense, we feel like Assistant to the Athletic Director at Green Mountain College in Poultney we can shut down anyone.” Vermont, it will be impossible for me to continue on as your coach,” Le- As usual, the Warriors had five players onelli wrote. “Let me tell you without exaggeration that leaving what we in the back. The group had to withstand have built at BVT was the hardest decision and hardest part of this entire a furious second-half charge by Holy process, despite moving on to a full time coaching position – I am leaving Name to preserve the victory. The back a part of myself in Central Massachusetts and with this program.” line of Tory McGrath, Meghan Elliot, and Leonelli took over the program prior to the 2011 season. The Beavers Nichole Murphy was aided by Erika Scott had not won a league title since 1977 but under the former Nipmuc High and Jenna Fitzgerald. standout, BVT claimed Colonial Athletic League titles in both 2012 and “That group has been the key to 2013. Those two teams combined to go 27-1 in league play over two our defense the whole year, along with years. Overall, BVT posted a 50-6 record in the CAL under Leonelli. Amanda (St. Germain),” Cohen said. In addition to the league success, BVT has become one of the powers As a whole, the Nipmuc defense in Central Mass. The Beavers qualified for the district tournament in each has surrendered just seven goals on of Leonelli’s four seasons at the helm, and reached the semifinal round in the season. That’s less than a third of a 2012. BVT also added a state vocational championship, the first ever for goal per game for the 20-1-1 Warriors the school in baseball, in 2012. The Beavers were runners up in the state who advanced to the state semifinal voke tourney in 2013. on Tuesday against the Western Mass “I’d love to sit here and tell you that I was responsible for all of [the champion from Wahconah. The win also team’s accomplishments],” Leonelli wrote. “But it was the players, show- represented a breakthrough for a Nipmuc ing up to work every single day, allowing themselves to be coached and program that had lost either in overtime performing under pressure that did this.” or on penalty kicks in each of its last Overall, Valley Tech was 65-23 over the past four years. In addition to three postseasons. his players, Leonelli thanked his assistant coaches. “Derek Muccini, Zack The mix of a lock down defense and an Green, Eric Nelsen, Scott Felper, and Pete Fiorentino; no one did it better On October 5, Samantha Kilcoyne of Upton was invited to New offense lead by Gabrielle Carreiro, Kiley than you guys. Our players were always well prepared and your work had England Swimming’s Top 6 Awards Banquet at the Newton Laroque, Sarah McDougall and Madison a ton to do with that,” he wrote. “Most of all to volunteer assistant Nick Marriot for the top Short Course Yard (SCY) and Long Course Neri has produced the incredible results Leonelli, my dad, the guy who taught me the game, I’m thrilled our guys Meter (LCM) times for September 1, 2013 and August 12, this season. got to learn from you for the last 4 years as well.” 2014. Samantha was invited because she earned 2nd place in “I think we are really well balanced,” In addition to winning, aggression on the base paths has come to be a New England for her 50 (SCY) butterfly with a time of 27.66. Cohen said. “We can close down hallmark of BVT baseball under Leonelli. Over the past four years, the Additionally she had top 10 times for 50 (SCY) freestyle, 100 the other team’s attack and our cast Beavers have 363 stolen bases in 406 attempts. That’s an 89 percent clip. (SCY) freestyle, 50 (LCM) butterfly, 100 (LCM) butterfly, and of characters up front can maintain They have also scored an average of 8.2 runs per game compared to only 50 (LCM) freestyle swims during that same time period. Here possession. We play an attractive brand 2.7 runs allowed. Samantha is shown with her coach at Evolution Aquatics, Nicole of soccer.” BVT has not named a new varsity coach for the coming season. Le- Carter.New England Swimming is a non-profit amateur sports That brand of soccer is enough to land onelli said there are several great candidates to fill the position, and one organization that involves approximately 7,500 athletes and Nipmuc in the state’s final four. he strongly supports, but declined to mention any names publicly. nearly 95 teams in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire “It’s a great feeling,” Cohen said. He will start the regular season with Green Mountain College men’s and Vermont with a mission to promote and support personal “The temptation is to say ‘hey, we have basketball this month. excellence through competitive swimming. Contributed photo gotten this far and it’s gravy from here “In the last 4 years we have completely changed the culture of BVT on out.’ But I know we will get to work Baseball,” Leonelli wrote. “I will always...have a place for BVT in my heart and get focused. It’s tournament play, so and think back often of what we did here. 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SPORTS FLASH Nipmuc’s Carreiro Pursues ◆NIPMUC VOLLEYBALL from front page By Chris Villani World Cup Dream comes an end to the careers of nine seniors who have helped build the team. “These graduating seniors have been great mentors to our Gabriella Carreiro back, but sometimes they want Jamaica, program,” Corey said. “I am grateful that I have had the time to get to is never exactly sure when the to look at other players,” Carreiro during know these girls both on and off the court.” call will come. She knows when said. “It’s always unexpected and which the Corey’s well-rounded charges participate in a variety of activities off the next national camp will be, all you can do is keep working United the court, including student council, the National Honor Society and but she’s not certain whether she h ard .” States lost various art and music programs, to name a few. will be one of the two dozen or And that’s exactly what she to Mexico The MIAA recognized only three schools, one in each of the three so chosen to train with one of the does. “Soccer season” has become in the divisions, with statewide sportsmanship honors. In addition to Nipmuc, United States national teams. the calendar year. Carreiro plays semifinal Gabby Carreiro Westfield High School and Newton South High School were honored The Nipmuc High School for Nipmuc during the fall and and failed prior to the state titles games. senior’s soccer journey began spends much of the rest of the to qualify for the World Cup. “It “What a feeling it was to be on the floor with those girls accepting that when she was just three years old. year playing with the FC Stars of can be difficult with school, but award,” Corey said. “It is an honor and a privilege to be their coach, I Her passion for the game came Massachusetts. Of course, every my principal is on board with me love ‘em.” from her father who played at now and then she needs to take doing the national camps and a lot Boston College and his dad, who a break from her regular teams of the work can be done online,” played in Portugal. From an early and her school work to head to she said. “The hard part is making Mistakes Cost BVT Football in age, it was clear she had a talent. another national development up tests and quizzes when I get That talent started to gain national camp. back, but it’s worth it in the end.” District Final recognition three years ago. “My teammates are very In the end, Carreiro doesn’t By Chris Villani “I was training with my club understanding, they know how know whether her World Cup Sports Reporter/Columnist team and I was scouted and much of an opportunity this is dream will come true. She will Jim Archibald didn’t mince words when discussing the third quarter invited to a regional camp in and they are always encouraging continue to play at the collegiate his team played against Littleton in the Division 6 Central sectional Texas,” she said. “I went to that and me to go,” she said. “I miss them level, having accepted a full final last Friday night. “It was the worst quarter of football I have seen a was invited to one of the national when I am gone but I am always scholarship to play at her parents’ BVT team play,” the head coach said. “That includes my time as an as- camps in California.” welcomed back.” Alma matter, Boston College. sistant. We couldn’t gain a yard. We had guys running into each other. Carreiro participated in national It’s not surprising Carreiro Carreiro has also been invited We missed pass protections. We dropped passes. It was sad to watch, camps at both the U14 and U15 would be welcomed given her level to participate in camps at the 20 because I thought we had control of the game.” level. In 2013, she joined the 17 of success with the Warriors. She and under level. After that, there The Beavers took a 14-8 lead into halftime, but were outscored 28-8 and under U.S. Women’s National is a four time Central Mass All- is U23, and then the full women’s in the second half of a 36-22 loss. team for development camps Star and has helped the team to national team. The competition is “It didn’t start out too bad,” Archibald said. “We both went right in June, July, September, and three league championships and fierce and only gets tougher as she down the field and scored but we were able to force a turnover, get it October. She also earned invites to a Central Mass Sectional title this continues to advance. back, and score again. We felt good about the way we were moving the the 2014 Nike National Training year. She missed two games this “It would be an honor to play in ball.” Camp in Portland, OR and season while in California with the a World Cup,” she said. “When I Two Ben Reiffarth touchdown runs put BVT in front, but the trouble 2014 U20 US Women’s National national team, and had to sit out was a kid, I looked at the women began late in the second quarter. With 10 seconds left before halftime, Team Soccer training camp at eight in 2013 while participating on the national team as my idols. the Beavers lined up for a field goal try. A bad snap led to a missed kick. the Olympic Training Center in in national team events. Last year’s I want to keep sticking with the “That was huge, we were starting to think about stringing scores togeth- Chula Vista, Calif. The goal of slate included the CONCACAF national team, one camp, one day er and building the lead, but we didn’t execute,” Archibald said. the developmental program is U17 Women’s Championship in at a time.” And each time, she Littleton’s Elijah Pyram dashed home from 46 yards out to put his to build the next women’s World Jamaica, one of the U17 World hopes, one step closer to a dream team in front 16-14. With time winding down in the third quarter, Val- Cup team, and the invites can be Cup Qualifying events. fulfilled. ley Tech was forced to punt. A missed blocking assignment lead to a sporadic and unpredictable. Carreiro was out of school Littleton player getting a free path to the punter and a blocked kick. The “Sometimes I will get called for two weeks during the trip to Tigers recovered the ball on the one yard line, and punched it in on the opening play of the fourth quarter for a 22-14 advantage. The Beavers finally responded. BVT put together a drive that in- PKs Sink Nipmuc Boys Soccer in District Final cluded a third-and-15 conversion and capped it off with Reiffarth’s By Chris Villani of shots from the outside, but Sam never had to make third touchdown and second two-point conversion of the night to tie Sports Reporter/Columnist a diving save,” Hadfield said. “Defensively we were the score at 22. But mistakes, which had been the theme of Valley Tech’s Nipmuc soccer has seen this script play out strong, they handled the pressure well.” night, proved costly yet again. A pass interference call on third down before, but the ending was a little different this time Hadfield said the manner in which his team lost extended a Littleton drive and allowed for the go ahead score. A 57- around. Last year, as the 14th seed in the Central added to the sting. “As a coach, I am not a fan of the yard interception return for another Tigers’ touchdown accounted for Mass Division 3 playoffs, the Warriors rode a strong penalty kick process in soccer because it takes a team the final score and finished off a forgettable evening for BVT. defensive effort to a seemingly unlikely sectional game and brings it to an individual level,” he said. “It was all even for about a two minute stretch, but two bad mistakes championship. This year, as the 10th seed, Nipmuc “It doesn’t dictate who the better soccer team is, it allowed them to blow it open,” Archibald said. “We were actually lucky, once again navigated a deep field to reach the district dictates who is better from 15 yards out. I am not a we fumbled three times and recovered all three. It was uncharacteristic final. fan of winning or losing that way.” and frustrating because we were the better team. We just had a couple But the Warriors ran out of magic. After playing The loss brings the season to an end with a 10-5-7 of mental breakdowns that lead to points for them.” to a scoreless draw through regulation and a pair of overall mark for the Warriors. Advancing to the final In a disappointing title game, Archibald did praise the play of the 10-minute overtimes, Nipmuc lost 2-1 on penalty for the second straight year as a double-digit seed defense, which forced a number of Littleton punts. But the offense kicks to Oakmont. “I think we could have beaten might lead one to label the team as a “Cinderella,” but could not get in a rhythm and the mental errors proved too much to them,” head coach Chris Hadfield said. “I thought we Hadfield doesn’t see it that way. overcome. It’s a sense of deja vu for the Beavers, who lost to Littleton were the stronger team in terms of scoring changes “We play a strong schedule so we always end up last year in the same round of the new playoff format. and the progression of play, we just couldn’t find the somewhere in the middle of the seeding,” he said. “I don’t think it was nerves, just mental mistakes that will happen back of the net.” “But we always see ourselves as a top four team when you’re talking about 16 and 17 year old kids,” Archibald said. It was the third consecutive win in that fashion without a question. We got to where we thought we “Our guys are well seasoned in those situations. As coaches, we need to for Oakmont, which played four overtime games would be. In fact, we thought we would get to that evaluate what we need to do to get our program over this next hurdle.” in the tournament and captured its first sectional next level.” With the loss, Valley Tech falls to 9-1 on the season. The Beavers will championship in program history. “They were Nipmuc will graduate a dozen seniors from play Nipmuc to close the regular season on Thanksgiving morning. “It’s experienced with that format,” Hadfield said. “It this year’s roster, including Manning, Gillespie, a great rivalry and we are looking forward to it,” Archibald said. “We was unfortunate we let it get all the way to PKs. We Robakiewicz, and Costello. Also gone is striker will get over what happened and hopefully take our frustrations out on some great chances, including a breakaway with five Brandon Esker. The group has been with Hadfield for Nipmuc.” minutes to go. It doesn’t get any better than that, but the past four years. the shot was just a bit wide.” “We were only beat five times in 22 games, that Nipmuc’s defensive core was strong throughout, shows a lot of character,” he said. “I had a great time limiting the Spartans chances. Senior goaltender with this group of kids and this group of seniors. Sam Manning had to make a few routine saves, but They are the core that is going to need to be replaced, NEED barely exerted himself as his team’s back line held but we were deep overall and have a good group NATHANS’ firm. Seniors Johnny Gillespie, Kurt Robakiewicz, coming back. I am confident we will be knocking on and Tyler Costello along with junior Aaron Kearnan that championship door again next year.” CASH? spearheaded the Nipmuc defense. “They had a couple TOP DOLLAR Jewelers Follow Town Crier Sports Reporter and Columnist, PAID for Gold, Silver, 508-473-7375 Chris Villani on Twitter, @ChrisVillani44, for the latest 157 Main Street local sports results. Diamonds, & Coins ... MILFORD

November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 25 Upper Charles Trail (Almost) Finished

By Kevin Rudden Staff Reporter/Columnist At long last, the 6.6-mile Upper Charles Trail stretching through Milford from the Hopkinton town line to the Holliston town Book your Holiday line is complete. Well, almost. Over the next year, a few Party NOW! “fixes” will be made to pedestrian signals, some pesky erosion problems and adding amenities for the handicapped. Nonetheless, the official ribbon-cutting to open the final “missing mile” of the trail was held on October 25, with Mother Join our Shared Holiday Party Nature providing perfect fall weather for running, walking and biking. Reno Friday, Dec. 5, 7:00 pm DeLuzio, chairman of the town’s Upper 4 Course Plated Meal .... $25/person Charles Trail Committee, called the project Entertainment by Ed McCarron “the longest continuous running capital project in my memory and perhaps in the SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET town’s history. The concept of a 25-mile, First Sunday of Every Month multi-town loop trail in the upper Charles $14.95 per person - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm River basin began back in 1993, he recalled. Now that it is relatively complete, the Breakfast, Lunch, Dessert town’s Parks and Highway departments Coffee, Tea & Juice have funds in their budgets for ongoing trail maintenance, DeLuzio said. After 49 Cedar Street, Milford • 508-478-7800 spending 16 years of his life pushing the Email [email protected] project to completion, DeLuzio ironically noted, “I’m not a biker or a walker.” QUALITY PRODUCTS ~ GREAT PRICES He thanked his wife and children for supporting his efforts over those 16 years. Remembering the challenges the project posed along the way, DeLuzio noted, “At This map shows the layout of the Upper Charles Trail, stretching the outset, the town only owned 30 percent 6.6 miles through Milford from the Hopkinton town line to the of the trail corridor.” Property rights had Holliston town line. Full Time Service Department to be acquired from eight private owners Factory Authorized Service Agents plus the state’s ownership of the Interstate Route 495 rights-of-way. Two of the largest DeLuzio led the committee through is unimaginable,” Murray We service all brands, said, citing DeLuzio’s “leadership and dedication.” no matter where they were purchased! owners involved were National Grid – which gave the town a 99-year, no-cost “You can see the benefit it’s going to bring all of us,” Murray • LCD, LED & • Refrigerators • Wall Ovens and lease for about a mile of the trail – and the stated. He then read a letter from Selectmen Chairman Dino PLASMA TVs • Dehumidifiers Microwaves Milford Water Company – which granted DeBartolomeis also thanking DeLuzio and calling the trail “a • Air Conditioners • Gas and Electric Ovens • Kitchen Ventilation shining star for our community.” • Washers/Dryers • Gas Grills Systems a permanent no-cost easement on 1.8 miles, DeLuzio explained. At the opening State Representative John Fernandes, D. Milford, called the ceremony, Manager David Condrey trail “really a jewel” and noted that “so many people came handed DeLuzio a $500 check from the together to make this happen.” State Senator Richard Moore, D. Milford Water Company to use for trail Uxbridge, noted that every time he sits in the “Upper Charles maintenance. Dunkin Donuts” on Main St., someone always is using the Selectman Brian Murray – a member of trail. “It’s used by people,” Moore repeated, saying it was a good the Upper Charles Trail Committee – said investment of federal, state and local funds that lets people “see people need to understand the efforts that some of the hidden beauty of Milford. It’s an important tourist went into making the vision of the trail, – attraction. It’s an important local recreation facility,” he added. calling Conservation Commission Chair Pat Rosenthal, head of the Friends of the Milford Upper Authorized Dealer Robert Buckley its “architect” and DeLuzio Charles Trail, spoke of her group’s beginning in 2005 and talked FRANK’S APPLIANCE SALES & SERVICE its “engineer.” Some people thought the about the various things it supports – the annual trail clean-ups, effort was as easy as “we put asphalt in the trail census, installing trail benches and bird houses and bat 331 Main St., Milford woods. 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November 21, 2014 UPTON & MENDON TOWN CRIER 27 FALL FIX UP Easy Walks in Greenleaf Garden Club Members Massachusetts The Friends of the Hopedale Library are Win Top Awards pleased to present Easy Walks in At the recent Flower Show, Autumn Joy, held at Tower Hill Botanic Massachusetts on Monday, November 24 Garden and sponsored by the Central North District and the Central at 6:30 p.m. Local author Marjorie Turner South District of the Garden Club Federation of MA, Inc., Greenleaf Hollman will present her Easy Walks Garden Club members entered several floral designs and pieces of slide show tour of the Blackstone River horticulture. Eileen Milaszewski received the Arboreal Award for her Valley and Upper Charles River watershed holly, Ilex ‘Blue Girl’ as the best in the section of Autumn’s Berried walking trails. She will be signing her Branches. Hazel Schroder won an Award of Merit for her scented book Easy Walks in Massachusetts after geranium (Pelargonium) in the section “Autumn’s Herb Garden”. the presentation. Copies will be available Sandra Tosches also won an Award of Merit for her rose entered in for purchase for $15. To reserve your spot “Autumn’s Perennial Favorites”. please sign up at the upstairs registration In addition to these awards, Tosches won a blue ribbon for her desk by Friday, November 21 or call 508- juniper branch and an honorable mention for her Leucothoe. 634-2209 during operating hours. All are Schroder received two blue, three reds and three yellows for herbs welcome. and container grown foliage plants. Karen O’Brien entered several herbs for which she received four blue ribbons and a red ribbon for her trough of succulents. The Greenleaf Garden Club is a member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. and the Garden Club Federation of MA, Inc. For Eileen Milaszewski shows the Arboreal Award that she received membership information, call Jean DeLuzio, 508-473-6193. for her exceptional holly branch. Contributed photo

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Greenleaf Garden Club members expressed their bowl with flowers in lovely colors to match the china creativity and artistry when they entered the standard and tray. She received an honorable mention. flower show, Autumn Joys, presented by the Central Gail Reichert arrived at the show to find that she North and Central South Districts of the Garden Club had been placed in the wrong class. She completely Federation of MA, Inc. held at Tower Hill Botanic redesigned her materials and ideas on the spot to create Garden. Using color, contrasting textures and form, a stretch design, Rail Trail Adventure. This new design they brought Autumn Joy to their designs. had to have two units, one smaller than the other with a Beverly Huckins received a second place for her connection between the two. She was successful in her creation of a traditional design in which she used efforts, receiving an honorable mention. analogous colors of reds, oranges and yellow reds of June Donnelly chose to do a tapestry design. She roses, chrysanthemums and winterberries. created this solid mass design covering her panel with Sandra Tosches, Carol Burke and Eileen Milaszewski gerbera daisies, seeded eucalyptus and hydrangea and ‘s designs centered around the theme, Cosy Cuisine. received an honorable mention. Hazel Schroder also Tosches’ design suggested a “Leaf Peeper’s Picnic “with received an honorable mention for her creative design her use of table components in her creative effort. She expressing the colors of the season using only fresh Competitors used chrysanthemums and pomegranates as her plant foliage material. Coupons material and received a third place. Burke created a The Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford is a member Accepted functional table for two using fall colors suggesting a of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. and the Garden Club “Post-game Warm-up by the Fire”. She received a third Federation of MA, Inc. For membership information, place. Milaszewski illustrated a “Slow Sunday Morning” call Jean DeLuzio at 508-473-7790. with her functional breakfast tray. She filled a sugar

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Positive mentoring is one way to help held at the Milford Portuguese Club located at 119 children in financially challenging situations to succeed in life. Prospect Heights and begins at 6:30 p.m. The Marines’ Toys for Toys program is a form of passive Hundreds of people typically show up for mentoring that can help. The new toys distributed to millions the dinner/auction and, as a result, MACC staff of children through Toys for Tots delivers a message of hope, and its Board of Directors have been very busy and the Marines, who deliver them are excellent role models. preparing for the big night. This is new MACC “We know that most people want to make a difference, but, President and CEO Siobhan Bohnson’s first time with hectic lives, the challenge is figuring out how to help.” said overseeing the auction. “It’s really going great. Wayne Texeira, Murphy Insurance Agency Marketing Director. People have been so generous,” she said. “Toys for Tots is a simple way for even the busiest person to get As usual, the auction items are truly spectacular involved. By simply donating a toy, you are helping children in our community and participating in a nationwide effort. It’s an Hannaford’s Supermarket in Milford has joined forces this year and include a safari trip, weekend with Thanks To Yanks with donations to assist local getaways, a B&B stay in Ireland, golf outings, easy way to be a participator, not a spectator.” tickets to Patriots and Red Sox games, signed Donations of new, unwrapped toys are needed for children veterans and their families for a happy holiday season. sports memorabilia, and so much more. “This ages newborn to 12 years. Toys are especially needed for Shown, left to right are Maureen Pittsley and Bob year we also have a Super Bowl party to auction the older children. “Our goal is to make it easy for people to Murphy of Hannaford’s Supermarket, Michael Shain, off. A caterer will come to someone’s house during participate with seven convenient drop-off locations,” said the founder of Thanks To Yanks, and Angela Maxfield Texeira. “Last year, we collected just about 500 toys through the Super Bowl,” said Bohnson. This year, local of Hannaford’s. Thanks To Yanks is a 501c3, that has as favorite Dick Ferrucci will be playing auctioneer. the generosity of our staff, customers and the general public. And seeing that the holiday shopping season is in We also were particularly excited to have several organizations its mission to serve and honor our military families. For full gear, a number of auction items could make conduct mini-toy drives and use us as their drop-off point. We further information visit thankstoyanks.org. for great gifts suggested Bohnson. encourage that again.” A delicious dinner/buffet and cash bar are He added, “And, this year Murphy Insurance is adding a also part of the evening. Approximately 40 local new element to their drive by pledging to donate $1 for each eateries will be participating. And don’t forget new ‘Like’ that the Agency receives on its Facebook page by about the 50/50 raffle. “There’s really something December 11 up to $500. All someone has to do is visit www. facebook.com/murphyinsurance and ‘Like’ our page. We hope for everyone,” stated Bohnson. Realtor®, GRI, SRS, ASPRE The event is open to the public. General to get lots of toys and ‘Likes’ to make it a very successful drive.” Theresa Sannicandro admission for the auction is $30 for a single ticket Donations can be made at 3 Uxbridge Road in Mendon, 133 [email protected] and $50 for two tickets. A table for 10 runs $250. 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Art Show Tune in for “My Event Coordinator Laura O’Callaghan has Barns in the Cultivated Landscape is an exhibition of my interviews been amazing pulling everything together and paintings and blockprints by brother and sister Woldemar with Local our Chairman David Price has been phenomenal. (1909-2002) and Kate (1905-2004) Neufeld that will be held Businesses Actually, my whole Board has been terrific.” at Alternatives Whitin Mill, Douglas St., Whitinsville. Each related to Real Proceeds from the event will go toward in their unique style returned to the agricultural landscape Estate! Search in their work throughout their careers. This exhibition MACC causes. The goal of the Milford Area your local Chamber of Commerce is to bring businesses demonstrates the influences each artist had on the other’s work cable stations and professionals together through networking, as they documented the cultivated fields and barns - witnesses exchanging ideas, and sharing information. to centuries of change. Both artists have previously had their for show times! In addition to Milford, the MACC represents work exhibited independently at the Aldrich Heritage Gallery, Bellingham, Franklin, Holliston, Hopedale, but this will be the first time that their works will be shown "Wishing You & Yours a Hopkinton, Medway, Mendon, Millis and Upton. side by side. For questions or more information on the Barns in the Cultivated Landscape will remain on view in the Very Happy Thanksgiving!" MACC”s 25th Annual Auction Spectacular, call Aldrich Heritage Gallery through January 2. Gallery hours are VIEW: 508-473-6700. 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