Today, I was honored to participate in the Ashland Fire Department and the Ashland Police Association's Veterans Day lunch at the Community Center. It was hard to fathom it's been nearly two years since we've been able to host such a gathering. There were many familiar faces, and some familiar faces noticeably missed as well.
Thank you, Captain Clifton E. Reed, member of the Tuskegee Airman, USAF, for your inspiring story. Thank you to AFD, APD, Joanne Duffy, and the staff at the Community Center for hosting today's wonderful event. Thank you to Susan Nicholl at Senator Spilka's office and Representative Jack Lewis for coming by and supporting Ashland's Veterans.
Sincerely,
Michael Herbert
Town Manager
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COVID- 19 Drive-Thru Testing Site
The new Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Site will be located on the MBTA Commuter Rail Station on Memorial Drive in Ashland. The operating hours will be:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7 am - 11 am
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday from 2 pm - 7 pm.
This site is accessible by car via Memorial Drive in Ashland, MBTA Commuter Rail's inbound train, and MBTA bus route 5.
Sign up for testing here.
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The following information as of 11/12/2021:
Ashland has a total of 1,809 confirmed cases of this, 1,786 have been cleared.
Ashland has a total of 244 Probable cases of this 244 have cleared.
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According to DPH as of July 27th, 2021 they feel that the DELTA Variant is the most prevalent at this time in Massachusetts at around 55% and to note it is twice as contagious as the original virus.
Please remind people if anyone is sick in their homes regardless of vaccine status and/or test status they and everyone in their household should remain home.
We also need to encourage testing for anyone who feels they were exposed or has any symptoms at all.
Please also note if you are vaccinated you are protected at a minimum of 90% so you still have a small chance of getting Covid-19 if exposed to a positive person.
For any concerns or questions contact Sgt. Ed Burman at 508-532-7988 or the Covid-19 hotline at 508-532-7900
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Vaccinated Individuals within the Town of Ashland as of 11/04/21 |
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This past Wednesday, our Administration's COVID Task Force, the Board of Health, Ashland Public Schools, and Holliston Public Schools hosted a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for 5-11-year-olds.
Thank you to all of the staff and volunteers from across the region for making 600 appointments move through the clinic efficiently!
Thank you to Captain America, the comfort dogs, and their owners, the Rec Dept. for the selfie station, and the IT Dept. for the tech help and cartoons! Each of you had such an important role in making sure each child felt comfortable.
Thank you to Sen. Spilka and Rep. Jack Lewis for all your support.
-Michael
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Town Hall and Municipal Offices CLOSED on the following days:
Wednesday, November 24th at 1 pm - Sunday, November 28th
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Special Town Meeting
December 1, 2021, at 7 pm
Ashland High School
Are you a registered voter? Check your registration status here. If you are inactive, register to vote online here. The last day to register to vote, in order to participate in this Special Town Meeting, is Friday, November 19, 2021. Register to vote in person with the Town Clerk's office on November 19th from 2- 4 pm or 7- 8 pm.
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Food Safety Training
November 17, 2021, at 5:30 pm
Virtually via Zoom
The Town of Ashland Health Department will be holding a virtual Food Safety Training on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, for Ashland food vendors at 5:30 P.M. For further information, please contact the Health Department at 508-881-0100 x 7922, or email Rajit Gupta at rgupta@ashlandmass.com.
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Participate in this survey!
Our Town is currently in the process of selecting a new Police Chief to guide our police officers in the years to come. As part of that process, it is important to get a sense of what you would like to see in your next Police Chief as well as the issues you think the Police Chief should focus on.
Please note, these questions are in no particular order of importance or priority. This task should only take 10 minutes of your time and that investment in turn will help us craft a candidate profile that reflects the characteristics and knowledge, skills, and abilities we are seeking.
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BAA Grant Opportunity
The Ashland Select Board is pleased to announce the Fall BAA Grant is now available to the Ashland community. Submissions are due on November 17, 2021.
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Participate in Ashland Public Library's Strategic Plan
What building has the most stories? The library!
Help Ashland Public Library write a new chapter by participating in their strategic plan survey.
Your answers will influence the direction of the library for the next five years. Children, Teens, and Adults are encouraged to participate in the survey, and it is available in several languages.
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Purchase your Christmas Tree from Ashland Lions!
Ashland Lions annual Christmas Tree fundraiser benefiting the community and Lions Eye Research invites you to their new location at the Ashland VFW on Pleasant Street beginning Friday, November 26th!
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Fall Yard Waste Removal
Mondays until November 29th
Waste Management will be collecting yard waste at curbside from residents that are enrolled in the town's solid waste removal program on Mondays until November 29th.
This is a yard waste collection (grass clippings, pine needles, pine cones, leaves....rake-able materials). Do not leave brush and tree limbs at curbside for collection....they will not be taken. Yard waste should be within brown paper leaf bags or trash barrels clearly marked as "YARD WASTE" and should not exceed 50lbs. each in weight.
Please be sure to have your yard waste at the curbside by 7 am on the collection day. Questions? Call 508-532-7943 or email dmiller@ashlandmass.com
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Stay Updated!
IMPORTANT CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION
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Upcoming Meetings & Community Events
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Check out the amazing programs for the month of November
Ashland Public Library's November Event Calendar CLICK HERE
Ashland Senior Center's November Event Calendar CLICK HERE
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Decisions at Every Turn Coalition Focus Group
November 17th from 7 - 8 pm
Limited spots are available! Decisions at Every Turn is hosting an opportunity for parents, guardians, and other community adults to participate in an important conversation about Ashland youth. We are seeking your input on what youth need to remain substance-free and how adults can support kids of all ages in making healthy decisions. This discussion is appropriate for any adult who lives or works in Ashland. All voices are welcome.
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Ashland Business Association
*Virtual* Comedy Night
Sunday, November 21st from 6:45- 8 pm.
The Ashland Business Association invites the entire Ashland community to a virtual LIVE night of laughter with dynamic comedian Corey Rodrigues and Friends! Suitable for date night, family, and friends!
Corey Rodrigues is also an actor, radio personality, and an Ashland resident! All proceeds will benefit the ABA Scholarship Program and the Ashland Emergency Fund.
RSVP by TOMORROW, Nov. 16. Admission: $10 per household; $40 includes one surprise gift basket; $70 includes two surprise gift baskets. Gift baskets will be delivered to you in time for the event. A zoom link will be emailed to you upon registration. REGISTER HERE!
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Ashland Holiday Stroll
Saturday, December 4th
From 11 am - 5 pm
This is your chance to get started on that holiday shopping (or finish it up if you are really organized!)
Shop Local everyone!!
Enjoy a fun day of strolling downtown, visit existing storefronts for shopping like Blush Bouquets and Ashland Reiki and Wellness but also visit pop-up shops scattered around too for the day! Locations like The Bagel Table and My Ashland Office will have shopping available with great vendors and goods you must have! Pop over to The Corner Spot for shopping at Doragon Provisions and enjoy crafts for the kids and a s'more by the fire pit!
End the day with a cookie, hot cocoa, caroling, and a special drive-by appearance from Santa. We will conclude the evening with the annual tree lighting, wait until you see the new addition to the festive look!
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Virtual Children's Illustrators Auction
From December 1st- 8th
Plus, Art Gallary Reception on
December 5th from 1- 3 pm at the library.
The Friends of the Ashland Library are hosting an online Children's Illustrators Auction from Wed Dec 1 to Wed Dec 8th as their winter fundraiser - with the emphasis on FUN!!
Nearly 50 illustrators have donated around 65 pieces of art for this auction and we could not be more pleased with the range of original work to beautiful prints - all signed and many with signed books to accompany them. AND, we are showing off all of the art on Sunday, Dec 5th from 1-3 pm, AND several of the local illustrators will be joining us.
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Ashland Community Theater presents
Dashing Through the Snow
December 16- 18th at 7:30 pm.
Purchase your tickets for Ashland Community Theater's holiday show, Dashing through the Snow! Performed LIVE at Marconi's Theater at the Ashland VFW, don't miss this Southern- Fried Christmas Comedy! Visit this website for COVID-19 Protocol and to purchase tickets.
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