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Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Jocelyn Callis
1st Vice Chair
Michael Checkosky
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Board Members
Michael Wales
Michael L. Wales Painting Co.
Jim Donahue
Honorary Board Member
Counsel
Padgett D. Berthiaume
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Welcome to January's
Crossroads EVENTS!
The first EVENTS issue of the year is in your inbox early as today is the last chance to register for the Annual Meeting at which we will honor our 2016 Chamber Service Awards winners! We hope you can make it! We also have Fun at Five at Rovezzi's and an informative seminar on Landscaping coming this month.
Do you have events we can share with our readers? Please post your upcoming events to the Chamber's
Events Calendar.
We love sharing your news items and events! Thank you for posting them!
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TODAY IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER!
Chamber of Central Mass South
Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon
Thursday, January 19
11:30am to 1:00pm
The Barn at Wight Farm, 420 Main Street, Sturbridge
Please join us as we enjoy a luncheon meeting with our special guest speaker US Congressman James McGovern and the presentation of the 2016 Chamber Service Awards. We hope you will attend as we will recognize and pay tribute to our very deserving 2016 Business and Citizen of the Year Awards Winners.
Guest Speaker: US Congressman James McGovern
This year's Chamber Award honorees are:
Citizen of the Year, Margo Chevers and Business of the Year, B.T.'s Smokehouse.
Margo Chevers Brian Treitman
Agenda
11:30
Registration & Mingling
11:45
Lunch Begins & Welcome from the Chairman of the Board
12:15
Guest Speaker US Congressman James McGovern
12:45
Citizen of the Year & Business of the Year Award Presentation
1:00
Adjourn
Menu
Garden Salad
Boursin Filled Statler Chicken Breast with Chipolini Onion, Caramelized A Jus
Whipped Herb Potato
Pancetta Brussels Sprouts
Warm Bread Pudding with Whipped Cream
Coffee & Tea Station
Cost: $29 per person for Members, Table of 10 for $250
$35 per person for non-Members, Table of 10 for $350
LAST CHANCE TO RSVP IS TODAY: January 13.
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Network with Your Chamber!
FUN at FIVE
Monday, January 23, 2017
5:00-7:00pm
at
2 School Street, Sturbridge
Come and join us at Rovezzi's for our
first taste of networking in 2017!
You know Chef Chris is passionate about serving
his guests authentic Italian cuisine and you know Rovezzi's is famous for its 'linger factor', an atmosphere that makes you want to relax
and savor the experience.
We invite you to join us as we network, catch up and enjoy each other's company
at this well-loved dining destination! Be part of a spirited crowd
as we partake of delectable hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine and cocktails from Rovezzi's full bar,
prizes,
surprises & treats!
Country Bank
, our event sponsor, will amuse and delight our guests as they paint this January Fun at Five with a "Hibernate for the Winter" theme!
With giveaways, a raffle basket full of special treats for those cold days, plus some secret surprises,
this is another Fun at Five you won't want to miss!
We'd love to see you there!
Cost:
$10 for pre-registered Members,
$15 at the door, $20 for non-Members.
Call 508-347-2761
THANK YOU TO OUR
JANUARY FUN AT FIVE SPONSOR!
Country Bank
Main Office: 75 Main Street
Ware, MA 01082
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Marketing for Members Packages
Would you like to advertise in Crossroads, send out an E-blast about your offerings, or include a flyer in one of our upcoming direct mailings? Now's the time to make a marketing plan for the year and reserve one of the advertising packages that we have created to help you be more visible, maximize your marketing dollars, and get more business.
Dive right in with our comprehensive Gold Package which includes opportunities to advertise your business in all of the Chamber's media outlets. Or pick and choose the individual items that suit your business' needs from our print and digital a la carte menus. The choice is yours!
Our Marketing For Members page details the packages and individual items that are available to you. Email Jack today to reserve your choice(s) or to answer any questions you may have about our "Marketing For Members" program.
Take advantage of your Membership in the Chamber and let us help you design a well-rounded advertising campaign to help your business be more visible... and stay visible all year long!
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2017 CMS Chamber Scholarships: Applications Being Accepted
The Chamber of Central Mass South is now accepting applications for the
2017 CMS Chamber Scholarships. Typically, three $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year. The final decision is subject to our Board of Directors approval.
You may download the application as PDF or Word document below.
Deadline for applications is April 1, 2017.
Scholarships are available for any student that is attending school
or living in the Chamber's service area.
Candidates may apply using the simple 1-page application below. Three sealed letters of recommendation and an essay written by the applicant are required for consideration.
Applications will be distributed to all area high schools. CMS Chamber Scholarships are equally available to adult learners.
Students must be a resident or student within the towns served by the Chamber of Central Mass South: Southbridge, Sturbridge, Charlton, Brimfield, The Brookfields, Holland, Spencer, Wales, and Warren.
For information call 508-347-2761. The Chamber does not discriminate against an applicant because of race, color, sex/gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness.
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The Chamber's Member2Member Program
Discounts from Members... for Members!
A New Year has arrived and NOW is the time to give your M2M Discount a checkup!
If it sounds good we'll keep it running, if you need to change it up in any way, that's a snap!
Email Jack with any changes or if you'd like to start a new discount for your business in 2017!
We THANK YOU for KEEPING IT LOCAL!
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CMS Chamber Brown Bag Seminar Series
Most Common Landscaping
Questions & Concerns
with Chamber Member Calvin Montigny
Tuesday, January 24, Noon to 1pm
Chamber Conference Room, 46 Hall Road, Sturbridge
Free for CMS Chamber Members
$50 for non-Members.
Space is Limited! Seats filled on first come first served basis. Please RSVP by January 20.
Feel free to bring your lunch. Use our microwave to heat it up. Relax, learn and grow with us!
We are very pleased to invite you to the first in our series of Brown Bag lunch seminars for 2017. Sessions will be held in the new Chamber conference room at 46 Hall Road in Sturbridge.
This Brown Bag lunch seminar will focus on the concerns heard most often by Calvin Montigny, whose 33 years in business as Montigny Landscaping in the Sturbridge area has focused on homeowners and residential landscaping. (www.montignylandscaping.com). Come learn best practices for long-term health of lawns and plantings, installation of yard-enhancing features and best utilization of property for a pleasing natural outdoor environment. Bring questions of your own. The presentation emphasizes patience and devotion to one's outdoor stock and environment rather than a quick-fix approach, in order to provide the greatest satisfaction year after year.
Major topic and discussion areas are:
1. Lawn in bad shape; "What's wrong with my lawn?"
- Nutrient program or lack thereof
- Insect control
- Watering / drainage habits
- Soil and indicators of pH problems
- Recovery Time Expectations: realistic time line vs. "miracle" claims
2. What to do to spruce up for sale, curb appeal?
- Planning ahead
- Working with what you have; thinning, pruning, etc
- Newer, bigger plantings and their costs
- Hardscapes as an option
3. How to plan ahead for lot development - before excavation/lot clearing
- Siting within lot
- Consider existing natural assets
- Plan later enhancements now
4. Water: Handling the Watering Bans / Water Table Worries / Water Needs
- Timing
- Dormancy for lawns
- Sod vs. Lawns
- Water efficiency
5. When is the right time to ...?
- Plant
- Prune
- Seed
- Nourish
- Install a hardscape
- Think about and plan for the above / consider engaging a professional
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Brush It Off Provides Paint Night as a Part of
NBSB Employee Appreciation Evening
North Brookfield Savings Bank employees proudly display their winter scene paintings
which were done with the guidance of a professional Brush It Off instructor.
On Tuesday, November 15th, the smell of turkey and gravy, part of a three-course meal consisting of traditional American-fare, was prepared fresh by the Salem Cross Inn as the cozy warmth and crackle from the grand fieldstone fireplace set the mood. The Salem Cross Inn was host for North Brookfield Savings Bank's 2016 Employee Appreciation Night.
It was a successful night, filled with gratitude and laughter that continued as the North Brookfield Savings Bank employees indulged in some relaxing creativity by painting a peaceful winter scene called "Fresh Snow" on canvases. This fun activity was led by a cheerful and professional instructor from Brush It Off Paint and Sip Bar, based out of Fiskdale, MA.
"It was wonderful to be able to provide a fun and creative activity for the employees of North Brookfield Savings Bank and to work with the wonderful staff of Salem Cross Inn," said Denise Morgan, owner of Brush It Off. "I look forward to doing events similar to this moving forward."
About Brush It Off: Brush It Off is a fun-filled destination that attracts both tourists and locals of all ages to the historic town of Sturbridge, Massachusetts. In addition to offering scheduled classes to paint or walk in and pick from a wide selection of Craft Bisque, Plaster pieces, birdhouses, lighted wine bottles or other glassware to paint with professional instruction. Visitors create not just a "DIY" work of art but also have the option to bring the fun elsewhere by booking a travel party for most any number of guests, large such as this or small informal gatherings. For more information visit www.brush-it-off.com.
About Salem Cross Inn: The Salem Cross Inn is a restored 18th century farmhouse nestled on 600 acres of New England countryside. Though it is rich with history, the house, turned restaurant and tavern, offers seasonal menus with traditional American fare alongside what today's dining public is looking for. The Salem family is proud to say that everything is prepared fresh each day while incorporating heirloom vegetables and herbs grown in their own gardens. For more information visit www.salemcrossinn.com.
About North Brookfield Savings Bank: North Brookfield Savings Bank is a mutual savings bank with full-service branches in North Brookfield, East Brookfield, West Brookfield, Ware, Belchertown, Palmer, and Three Rivers Village of Palmer and has been "Where It's At" for specially-tailored products and great customer service since 1854. NBSB offers a wide variety of deposit and loan products for individuals and businesses throughout Central and Western Massachusetts and continually supports the communities in which it serves. All deposits are insured by the FDIC and the Depositors Insurance Fund. For additional information, please call 1-866-711-6272 or visit NorthBrookfieldSavingsBank.com.
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Small Office Space For Rent
212 Main Street, Sturbridge
Need to get things done in Sturbridge? Les Gardner has a small office available to rent within his space in the McCurdy Insurance Building at 212 Main Street, Sturbridge. The space measures approximately 12' x 12' or 150 square feet. This convenient work space includes internet access and a desk. If you are interested or have more questions, contact Les directly at 508-347-7177.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass/Metrowest, Inc.
Receives Donation from Southbridge Savings Bank
Pictured (L to R): Southbridge Savings Bank President and CEO Todd Tallman; CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters Jeffrey Chin; and SSB VP and Chairman of the Charitable Donations Committee Ron Cooper.
Southbridge Savings Bank recently made a donation of $2,500 to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass/Metrowest Inc. to aid in their goal of expanding their mentoring program.
The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters is to provide children facing adversity with strong, long-term, one-to-one relationships. A positive role model increases a child's confidence in their schoolwork, helps them get along better with others, as well as decreases their chances of drug and alcohol abuse. The mentoring program is an extensive process that includes finding, training and matching the best mentor for each child.
SSB Vice President and Chairman of the Charitable Donations Committee Ron Cooper stated, "The Big Brothers Big Sisters program plays such an important role in the lives of these young people and having a mentor can really make a difference. We are proud to make this donation to assist them in their efforts to expand their current mentoring program into the Dudley area as well as the Tri-Community YMCA."
For more information on how you can help Big Brothers Big Sisters, visit bbbscm.org or call 508-752-7868.
Southbridge Savings Bank currently has 9 full-service branches throughout Central Massachusetts. Deposits are insured in full by a combination of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Depositors Insurance Fund. Southbridge Savings Bank and SpencerBANK are both wholly owned subsidiaries of SSB Community Bancorp, MHC.
For more information log onto their website, southbridgesavingsbank.com, visit them on facebook.com/southbridgesavings or call toll free 800-939-9103.
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Harrington Auxiliary Awards Grant for Repairs to
'Harrington on Wheels' Van
The Harrington Hospital Auxiliary recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Harrington Hospital's Self Wellness Department for much-needed repairs to the "Harrington on Wheels" (HOW) van.
According to Sue Fafard-Desrosiers, Self Wellness Program Coordinator, the HOW van focuses on Outreach Wellness Education efforts in the community, targeting Southbridge and surrounding towns. "We hand out information on our various programs, including anti-bullying, self-esteem, domestic violence, birth control options, healthy relationships, etcetera," she said.
Elizabeth (Betsy) Peppel, coordinator, Community Outreach Wellness Education, Marketing Department for Harrington HealthCare System, also offers blood pressure screenings, hand-washing techniques, updates on new physicians and other health-related information.
HOW van service officially launched in summer 2013, but had been utilized on occasion prior to that date. The van is typically utilized from May to November every year, depending on weather conditions. To date, the van has attended 46 outreach events, including many health fairs in surrounding towns. This year service concluded on December 28.
The Harrington Hospital Auxiliary was established in 1932 to support and enhance the excellent services provided by the Harrington HealthCare System. The Auxiliary extends and pursues its mission by organizing and sponsoring a variety of volunteer fundraising activities each year. Funds raised by the Auxiliary are used to provide equipment and programs that benefit the health and well-being of community members that Harrington HealthCare System serves.
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North Brookfield Savings Bank Hosts Another Successful Toy Drive
The North Brookfield Savings Bank Three Rivers branch Toy Drive collection shown with
Felecia Paquin, Universal Supervisor, and Stephanie Skaza, Assistant Branch Manager.
As the new year begins, North Brookfield Savings Bank looks to the final moments of 2016 and its continued efforts to give back to the communities it serves. NBSB is pleased to announce the overwhelming success of its Annual Toy Drive, which was held during November and December of 2016. In total, NBSB collected over 2,800 toys thanks to the generous customers, community members and NBSB employees who made donations. In addition, North Brookfield Savings Bank donated $1,750 to the local toy programs.
For the Toy Drive, the bank accepted donations of new and unwrapped toys for children at any of its branch locations. This year's donations from community members included several impressive items such as bicycles, oversized stuffed animals, and a handmade wooden baby doll cradle, among many other various board games, puzzles, trucks, crafts and toys. All toys collected were donated to local toy programs in each community, to ensure that local children in need were able to receive holiday presents.
"Each year we look forward to supporting the local toy donation programs and helping to bring happiness to the children and families in our communities," said NBSB President & CEO Donna Boulanger. "This year was no different. We truly appreciate the efforts of all the local organizations that manage these programs, and a special thank you also goes out to our generous customers, community members and employees for once again making our Annual Toy Drive a success. We really couldn't do this without you."
NBSB's branch locations and their partner organizations are as follows:
- North Brookfield Branch, 9 Gilbert Street - partnering with the North Brookfield Police Association's Toys for Joy Program.
- East Brookfield Branch, 100 West Main Street - partnering with the East Brookfield Toys for Joy Program.
- West Brookfield Branch, 128 West Main Street - partnering with the West Brookfield Police Association Holiday Toy Program.
- Ware Branch, 40 Main Street - partnering with the Ware Police Department "Christmas for Kids" Program.
- Belchertown Branch, Routes 9 and 202 - partnering with the Belchertown Firefighters Association Adopt-a-Family Program.
- Palmer Branch, 1051 Thorndike Street - partnering with the Palmer Lions Club Holiday Toy Program.
- Three Rivers Branch, 2060 Main Street - partnering with the Palmer Lions Club Holiday Toy Program.
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Idea Agency Adds Two New Team Members
Idea Agency will start 2017 on a high note announcing the addition of two staff to their talented, dedicated team. The brand development and marketing firm welcomes Theresa Condict as Account Manager and Nathan Hardt as Brand Administrator.
Condict's experience with both in-house and agency side marketing gives her powerful perspective in her role as Account Manager at Idea Agency. As former Director of Marketing at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park, she grew the digital presence of one of the oldest racetracks in the country, while strengthening the support of their traditional customers. On the weekends, she can be found behind the wheel of her race car, which gives her the passion and drive that she brings to her clients' work every day. Condict will work closely with President of Idea Agency, Chris Tieri to help develop smart strategies for the agency's clients.
Hardt earned a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from Nichols College. Prior experience includes working at a local advertising agency as an Internet Marketing Specialist where he provided digital marketing, content creation, and strategy development across a variety of businesses and industries will add a new element to the Agency. An avid Red Sox fan, Hardt loves competition and strategy, found in both baseball and marketing. He will work with and assist Christine Tieri, President and Certified Brand Strategist of Idea Agency, on business development and internal marketing efforts.
Located in Central New England, Idea Agency is driven to uncover all the possibilities to help their clients build a path to better futures through brand development, integrated marketing, and idea generation. Harnessing a culture of passion, process and the promise to bring their special X-factor to everything they do, Idea Agency encourages colleagues and clients alike to "Think Purple." Current clients include Workers' Credit Union, Hudson Valley Community College, UMass Memorial, UMass Medical School, Greater Marlboro Programs, Inc., Peppers Artful Events, and Discover Central Mass. More information about Idea Agency can be found at www.ideaagency.biz.
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Rita Schiano Rocks Onward Nation Podcast with Stephen Woessner
On January 10, Rita Schiano was featured on America's best podcast for learning how today's top business owners Think, Act, & Achieve.
Onward Nation is a 5-day a week podcast hosted by Stephen Woessner, CEO of Predictive ROI. Business owners share the most influential lessons learned throughout their careers, including insights into their daily habits, their most vital priorities that have contributed to their business and personal success, and the most challenging time or situation that could have devastated or even ruined their businesses or careers.
Listen to Rita on the archived podcast here: www.onwardnation.com/rita-schiano/
Rita Schiano is the founder of Live A Flourishing Life™, which provides strategic, resilience-building, personal, and professional development programs that strengthen work relationships through team building, stress management, effective communication, and critical and creative thinking skills.
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Country Bank for Higher Education
Country Bank is pleased to announce that once again this year a total of $30,000 in scholarship money will be available to area seniors. Fifteen high school seniors who exemplify a commitment to community spirit and volunteerism will be honored with scholarships of $2,000 each, for their enrollment in either a two year or four year college in the fall of 2017.
Our selection committee will review each entry and winners will be notified by May 1, 2017. Any questions should be referred to Deb Gagnon, Corporate Relations Officer at 413-277-2236 or at dgagnon@countrybank.com.
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North Brookfield Savings Bank Hires Cherie Morgan
as Vice President, Deposit Operations Manager
 North Brookfield Savings Bank (NBSB) is pleased to announce the recent hire of Cherie Morgan as the Bank's Vice President Deposit Operations Manager.
In her new position, Morgan will be responsible for managing the day to day deposit and electronic banking services, as well as to ensure complete customer satisfaction with these banking features.
Morgan, of Hubbardston, MA, has held positions in the banking industry for 20 years with her most recent position of Assistant Vice President/Operations Manager being held at GFA Federal Credit Union in Gardner, MA. Her responsibilities in that role included managing the day to day functions of the Member Resource team, as well as the core operating system, online banking and ATM/debit card services.
With her new position at NBSB, Morgan hopes to keep the Bank competitive in the financial services industry by continuing to provide products and services that will save its customers money and time. Along with the Deposit Operations team, she plans to remain innovative and forward thinking while still providing the excellent customer service NBSB is known for.
"I look forward to the opportunity to work with a strong management team that is committed to our customers as well as the communities that we support," said Vice President/Deposit Operations Manager Cherie Morgan. "The energy at North Brookfield Savings Bank is refreshing and I am excited to be part of this group."
"We're thrilled to welcome Cherie to North Brookfield Savings Bank. Her experience, dedication and operational expertise will help NBSB to continue its excellence in both banking services and customer satisfaction," said North Brookfield Savings Bank President & CEO Donna Boulanger. "We know she will bring continued value to the NBSB team."
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SpencerBANK and
Southbridge Savings Bank Employees
Join to Support United Way
(L to R; front row) Lori Kowal, Catherine Hanna, Patricia Cardinale, and Lisa Swift. (Back row): Jaime Salerno, Alison Welman, Tom Carter, Jennifer Wilson, Shelby Birri, SpencerBANK President & CEO K. Michael Robbins, Njeri Njoroge, Steve Quink, Paul St. Onge, Paul Buonopane, Tom Langmeyer, and Nancy Gardner.
With a new year ahead, SpencerBANK and Southbridge Savings Bank proudly reflect on the Banks' most recent community outreach fundraiser held jointly on December 9, 2016. Employees teamed up for another Denim Day fundraiser to support local families in need.
During the Denim Day fundraiser, employees were encouraged to make a donation of at least $5 and in return, were allowed to wear jeans for the day. Collectively, employees raised $610 to be shared between three area United Way organizations.
"Once again, our employees came together to help others," said K. Michael Robbins, president and CEO of SpencerBANK. "We are proud to support the United Way for such a great cause."
United Way is a worldwide, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs for education, income and healthcare for communities across the globe. For more information on the United Way of Southbridge, Sturbridge & Charlton; United Way of Webster & Dudley; and United Way of Central Massachusetts, please visit:
www.unitedwayssc.org,
www.unitedwayofwebsterdudley.org and
www.unitedwaycm.org.
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Hitchcock Academy: Friends and Family Fridays Fun
The January 6th Friends and Family Friday was a blast with imaginations stretched and movements
flowing during Story Starters. Painting Ducks will be the focus of the February 3rd program.
No experience necessary, just a desire to have fun.
While searching for programs that may be of interest to community members of all ages, Hitchcock Academy hit upon a winner with the first of the series of our Friends and Family Fridays scheduled to happen the first Friday of every month in 2017! On January 6, Story Starters was led by Erin Wallace from Greene Room Productions and was sponsored by
McCurdy Group.
Sixteen participants began the evening with some pizza, beverages and ice cream donated by Cumberland Farms. With full bellies, the attendees began some stories with a round robin event where Erin Wallace asked folks to pick a card and read it to the group. Each card was the beginning of a story and each member of the four subgroups had to add a little bit of detail, conflict or resolution to the story. Props were imaginatively integrated into each story and then the unique creative tales were shared with the whole group. Stories included imaginative elements like using a mirror to reflect the lights to create a shooting star in one story, another turned some hoops and people into a grandfather clock, a third found some girls on an adventure with Mother Nature in a swamp and the fourth hosted a birthday party!
On February 3, after a pizza dinner, participants can join us for our Duck Stamp Drawing class, thanks to our Sponsor Country Bank for Savings. Every year the Mass Division of Fisheries and Wildlife holds a Duck Stamp Contest.
Pam Landry, the Wildlife Education Specialist who organizes the contests states, "As the Massachusetts Junior Duck Stamp (JDS) coordinator, my goal is to reach out to K-12 students at public, private or home schools, scouts, libraries, and community after school programs across the Commonwealth and encourage them to learn about wetlands and waterfowl conservation and to express that knowledge, artistically, by submitting an entry to the Junior Duck Stamp "Conservation through the Arts" program (www.fws.gov/juniorduck). By participating in this program students become acquainted with one of the most successful wildlife and wetland habitat restoration programs in the history of the nation... Duck Stamps!"
Marcia Beal, will be leading the group on February 3rd at Hitchcock. As a veteran teacher for this program, Marcia has had lots of success with her students placing in the top 100 and having their drawings touring around the state. Marcia will present a treasure trove of photos with various ducks and will lead the group in simple ways to discover how to draw ducks in their habitats. Adults and kids alike are welcome to draw but only student work will be submitted to the state for judging. Beginners are most welcome. Wear some old clothes for painting and come join the fun!
Preregistration is required as there is limited space. Registration is $6 per person with a household limit of $30. Visit www.hitchcockacademy.org or call 413 245-9977 to register or for details.
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Hearthside Bounty at OSV
January 14 & 28, 6:00pm
Experience an evening in a 19th-century tavern, complete with a meal cooked over the hearth by OSV staff, old-fashioned entertainment and a look into table manners of the 1800s. In addition to a supper prepared in part at the hearth, guests may enjoy beverages fashionable in early New England, hear music and stories from an earlier time, and explore period games and entertainment. Learn about table manners from the period, when it was not only polite, but advised to eat from the knife.
$54.95 per person. (OSV Members $49.95)
Inclusive of tax and gratuity
January 2- February 17: Open Weekends Only from 9:30am to 4:00pm
From January 1 - February 19, the Museum Store is open
Wednesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm. No admission is required.
Stay Tuned for Maple Days in March!
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Publick House Cooks for Community Organizations
Help us give back to the community by joining us for our monthly feasts to raise money for local organizations. Sponsored organization will split a minimum of $4.00 from every dinner served!
January 16
Brimfield Elementary PTO
Dudley-Charlton Education Foundation
TURKEY FEAST
CASH DONATION
Adults $14 / Children $5
(4-12 yrs.)
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET!
Held in Paige Hall or under the Tent!
Two Seating Times
SEATING ONE: 4:30pm-6:15pm
SEATING TWO: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Casual Dining * Open Seating * No Reservations
All Feasts include...
Tossed Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
Dinner Rolls, Dessert, Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks & Iced Water
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January 18, 2017
Southbridge Business Partnership
Hosted at Optical Heritage Museum (12 Crane Street, Southbridge) at 5:15pm
Come join with other business partners in the Southbridge Community as we network our businesses for growth. Learn who has joined as we prepare for 2017 together!
A cash bar along with appetizers will be available at the event.
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Story Time at Village Toastmasters
January 19, 7:00pm, Southbridge Savings Bank, Sturbridge
Village Toastmasters will host a special Story Time meeting on Thursday, January 19 at 7:00 pm.
At regular meetings, Toastmasters present speeches that they have researched and developed themselves. In contrast, at this special Story Time event, speakers will read from a book, article, poem, or other written work.
Interpretive reading projects like this represent a unique speaking challenge - communicate the ideas and emotions of someone else. Interpretive readers have to pay special attention to their pauses, vocal tone, body movement and even eye contact with the audience to make sure the attitude and intent of the author is conveyed.
It is a skill that people use more often than typically thought. Anytime a quote, statistics or figures are used in a presentation, interpretive reading skills are necessary.
Visitors are welcome to come and watch experienced Toastmasters read from motivational texts, their own books, and quotable quotes during this special event.
About Village Toastmasters
Village Toastmasters, located in Sturbridge, MA, is focused on helping members improve their public speaking and leadership skills while building confidence in their abilities. The group meets every Thursday night 7:00-8:15 p.m. at the Southbridge Savings Bank conference room. Visitors are always welcome. For more information, visit
VillageToastmasters.org.
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Recruitment
SnapChef will have an information session / recruitment for culinary industry positions.
Thursday, January 19, 2017
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
at Workforce Central Career Center, 5 Optical Drive
Suite 200, Southbridge, MA 01550
Please call to enroll 508-765-6430.
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Experience a Fireplace Feast in January
January 20, 22 & 27
(January 15, 21, 28 & 29 are SOLD OUT!)
Lend a hand as dinner is prepared for you in colonial style or just relax by the fire with a hot glass of mulled cider or wine. Stir the chowder as it bubbles in our cast iron cauldron. See your prime rib roasted "to a turn" on the only known authentic Roasting Jack still operating in America, rotating slowly over a crackling fire of wild cherry logs. Beware the brimming bowl of freshly whipped cream, the perfect complement to New England's Best Apple Pie.
While your dinner is cooking to perfection, enjoy a horse drawn wagon or sleigh ride through the valley on the Inn's pristine 600 acres. After your ride, shake off the chill with warm mulled wine or cider at our dining event. Browse our extensive collection of Colonial and Federal period American antiques.
The event includes:
Pie making, mulling and chowder demonstrations
Horsedrawn wagon or sleigh ride, weather permitting
Casual dress is a must for this event
Visit the link for more dates, tickets and more information.
260 West Main St. Route 9
West Brookfield MA 01585
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Moondance: A Van Morrison Tribute
January 21
Rock and roll doesn't get any better than Van Morrison. Van the Man has done it all-from classic rockers like Brown Eyed Girl and Domino to legendary tunes like Tupelo Honey and Into The Mystic, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has never failed to impress music lovers around the globe.
Moondance is the ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert. This incredible show captures the Van Morrison concert experience like no other. You'll hear classic tunes - Brown Eyed Girl, Moondance, Domino, It Stoned Me, Tupelo Honey, Wild Night, Into The Mystic, Caravan - just to name a few. The show is packed with one VM classic after the next. www.vantribute.com
"An incredible recreation of the Irish legend."
- LA Times
"If Van Morrison isn't coming to your town, Moondance is the next best thing!"
- Dallas News
"A very impressive and realistic portrayal of Van Morrison...a must see."
- Hawaii Reporter
Before the concert The Barn will provide an optional buffet for $19.95. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets for this special Van Morrison tribute concert are only $25 (show only) and can be purchased through Eventbrite. Please call Danielle Green at 774-241-8450 for questions or dinner reservations.
The Barn at Wight Farm
420 Main Street
Sturbridge MA 01566
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Live Music at The Cannery Music Hall!
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Muscle Car School with Steve Magnante
January 27, 6-9pm, The Barn at Wight Farm
Over 40 million people tuned in to the Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona last week and watched as millions of dollars in special interest and muscle cars traded hands. Through it all, Velocity Channel TV personality Steve Magnante called the shots from the auction block on live TV.
If you've wanted to meet Steve in-person for an autograph, picture or just to talk cars, join Steve for an intimate 90-minute Muscle Car School presentation of pictures and stories from the world of Barrett-Jackson. There, Steve will share exciting auction highlights and behind-the-scenes moments you didn't see on TV. Also, Steve will share highlights and exciting stories from his many years (1997-2004) as a member of the Hot Rod Magazine staff in Los Angeles, CA.
And as a special feature, Steve will host a Trivia Contest. Test your knowledge and win valuable prizes from Steve's collection of vintage car magazines, die cast cars, and automotive memorabilia. Everybody in attendance will leave with a cool vintage copy of Hot Rod, Car Craft, Motor Trend and other great classic magazine titles from the past.
Steve will also open the floor for a Q & A session. Get answers to your automotive questions including insight on how to consign your car at the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Northeast auction at the Mohegan Sun casino in Connecticut on June 21-24, 2017.
And for one lucky guest, Steve is raffling an autographed one-of-a-kind wheel-standing Funny Car Folk Art 1/25 scale plastic model. Featured in Car Craft magazine, Steve's Funny Car Folk Art models defy gravity and float on 2 wheels. You might be the lucky audience member who takes one home!
Before Steve's presentation, The Barn will provide an optional buffet for $19.95. Doors open at 6:00pm, Muscle Car School from 7:30-9:00p.m. Tickets for Muscle Car School only are $20 per person and can be purchased on Eventbrite.com or at the door. Please call Danielle Green at 774-241-8450 for questions or dinner reservations.
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A night of laughter to benefit the United Way of Southbridge, Sturbridge & Charlton. The perfect night to enjoy this family-friendly event. The Baby Boomer Comedy Show is 90 minutes of hilarious clean stand-up comedy focusing on work, family, do-it-yourself projects, and many other topics that these audiences can relate to! Kent Rader and Jan McInnis are both baby boomers who have spent the past 20 years performing for thousands of business groups, non-profit organizations and other professional events. They have a reputation for clean and funny humor - Jan was featured in the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post for her clean humor, and Kent's clean comedy won him the Branson Comedy festival.
Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door.
For tickets call 508-765-5491 or text COMEDY to 40403.
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Open House - Start Of Catholic Schools Week
January 29, 11:30am to 1:00pm
Trinity Catholic Academy, 11 Pine Street, Southbridge
Trinity Catholic Academy's Annual Open House is an opportunity for current TCA families to invite other families who may want to know more about what makes our school great. We would appreciate both currently enrolled as well as alumni from all the Southbridge Catholic Schools that preceded Trinity, to help share the benefits of attending a Catholic School. Let's make this the largest attended Open House, in the history of the school. We will have tours, students and families available to answer questions as well as the faculty and staff.
Mass will be held at Notre Dame at 10 AM, prior to the Open House.
We hope you can join us, as well as we kindly ask you to please share this invitation.
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Please join The Winebuyer's Outlet / Sturbridge Cheese & Chocolate at their Free Tastings of Artisan Cheeses, luscious Chocolates & Fine Wines every Saturday from 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. This is a great way to taste before you buy and discover new favorites!
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TLGV Ranger Marcy's Acorn Adventure
Eagle Search & Lake Visit
January 29, 1-2:30pm, Roseland Park, Woodstock, CT
Have you seen any of the EAGLES that live with you in The Last Green Valley?
Be ready to look to the skies in search of our winged wonders! Be ready to run, too, because Roseland Park is a great place to stretch your legs & make big strides!
Of course we'll have snacks, eagle info, Acorn Adventure stickers and FUN, FUN, FUN!
Dress for the weather, and bring a friend!
FREE! All ages welcome.
Here is a look at the Roseland Park website, because you will want to visit this all year long!
Explore, visit, engage & connect with the things that make our National Heritage Corridor special, like parks, preserved spaces, lakes, wildlife & fresh air!
Acorn Adventures are sponsored by Putnam Bank.
The Last Green Valley is a National Heritage Corridor - the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, D.C. The Last Green Valley, Inc. works for you in the National Heritage Corridor. We help you to care for it, enjoy it and pass it on.
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Village Toastmasters Weekly Meetings
Thursday Evenings, 7:00-8:15pm
Southbridge Savings Bank Community Room
200 Charlton Road, Sturbridge
Looking to develop speaking and leadership skills? Ace a job interview? Ignite your career? Confidence is earned amongst a supportive group of like minded individuals.
Guests are always welcome!!
Please arrive 15 minutes early (6:45pm) as meetings start promptly.
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Save these Dates!
January 16:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 18: Southbridge Business Partnership Meeting
January 19:
Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon
January 23: Fun at Five at Rovezzi's with Country Bank
January 24: Landscaping Seminar with Calvin Montigny
January 27: Muscle Car School at The Barn
January 28: United Way Baby Boomer Comedy Show
February 7: Fun at Five at Salem Cross Inn with North Brookfield Savings Bank
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