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Town Events, Feb. 18 - Feb. 25 From The Reminder
EAST LONGMEADOW
A NIGHT OF COMEDY
The East Longmeadow Educational Endowment Fund (ELEEF) presents their 13th annual Dance for Education on March 8 at Elmcrest Country Club. This year's theme, "A Night of Comedy and Dancing," will feature comedians Harrison Stebbins and Mike Whitman of the Comedy Connection in Boston. 6 p.m. cocktail hour, 7 p.m. dinner, comedy at 8 p.m., with music by Jx2 Productions 9 p.m. - midnight. To purchase tickets, call Laura Caine (525-2451), Damon D'Amico (526-0859), Marna Shields (525-9843), Jen Dubish (313-1699) or any ELEEF board member.
POT LUCK SUPPER
A pot luck supper will take place Feb. 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the E.L. Congregational Church. The speaker will be Cheri Brady. Her subject will be the "Mind-Body" Connection for Healing and Optimal Performance. She is a certified nurse practitioner, clinical hypnotherapist and therapeutic touch practitioner. She will discuss various aspects in her field as a health care provider. This event is sponsored by the Women's Fellowship.
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CLUB
The E.L. Senior Friendship Club will be seeing red on Feb. 21 at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St., when Kay Thompson, R.N. and Redstone Rehabilitation present a Health Program on heart health and nutrition. We hope you can join us, and don't forget to wear red for heart health! Luncheon is baked fish florentine, broccoli, baked potato, and Jello. Call 525-5436 at least one day in advance for noon lunch reservations.
AARP TAX ASSISTANCE
AARP tax aide counselors will be doing income tax processing at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St., on Mondays through April 14. Due to space limitations we are giving priority to E.L. residents this year. Out of town residents can call us for alternate site locations. Please call early for your appointment @ 525-5436, or come in to sign up, as we are now booking into March and April.
COMMODITIES DISTRIBUTION
Commodities will be distributed on Feb. 20 from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. To qualify, you must be an E.L. resident of any age, and demonstrate need by showing documentation of your participation in any of the following programs: Welfare, AFDC, Food Stamps, Fuel Assistance, WIC, SSI, Medicaid, Veteran's Aid, Head Start, or sign a statement showing your Gross Yearly Income falls at or below certain amounts. You must sign up at the Senior Center and will be given a ticket which you will keep for the year. No commodities will be given without a ticket.
BAY PATH PRODUCTION
Bay Path College will be presenting "Destry Rides Again" with a special performance for local senior groups on Feb. 29 at 8 p.m. in the Mills Theatre located on the Bay Path campus. A limited quantity of tickets will be available at the Pleasant View Senior Center. Please call first to make certain we have received the tickets, 525-5436.
DESIGN YOUR OWN JEWELRY
Sandy Merrill's popular jewelry class will take place again March 3 from 9:30 - 11 a.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. Cost for class is $2, supplies are extra. No sign up required - come on in and make something pretty!
NEW CHAIR PILATES CLASS
The Pilates Center of W. Mass. is pleased to announce a new class taking place at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. This class will incorporate all the Pilates principles including core strengthening as well as balance training in a safe, effective workout. This will be a six-week series beginning March 12 from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. To register, call or stop in to the Senior Center, 525-5436.
GREATER SPRINGFIELD
ALL ADULTS WELCOME
The New Beginnings Adult Education Program is ready to kick-off another exciting semester at Minnechaug Regional High School. Enrichment courses will be offered beginning the week of Feb. 25. Numerous computer courses, ballroom dancing, one stroke folk art painting, beading, yoga and several health and fitness classes will be offered. For general info, as well as registration info, call 599-1831.
FOXWOODS CASINO
St. Michael's Young at Heart presents a trip to Foxwoods April 15. A King Ward coach will pick you up and take you safely to Foxwoods for six hours of action, fun and excitement. Casino bonus: $30; $10 food, $20 Keno. Contact Louise Scarnici at 525-6868 or Anita Black at 525-3614.
TOBACCO VALLEY ARTISTS MEETING
The next meeting of the Tobacco Valley Artists Association is Feb. 20, 7 p.m., at the Somers Senior Center, 19 Battle St., Somers, Conn. Award-winning Wilbraham artist Deborah Padden will present a demonstration on building a portrait in oils. She has been working in portraits since 1995 and teaching since 2000. The public is welcome.
MEETING
The University of the Third Age at Asnuntuck Community College, 170 Elm St., Enfield, Conn., meeting Feb. 22. Speaker: volunteer Michelle Pavia, who is a rehabilitator in the state licensed program, Wildlife Orphanage. Pavia and other volunteers care for disabled and injured wildlife. She will be bringing along a few of her patients. Donations are welcome. For more info contact Jo-Ann Bellantuono at 860-668-7360.
HAMPDEN
Corned Beef Dinner
Corned Beef Dinner at Federated Community Church, 590 Main St., March 1at 6 p.m. Corned beef, cabbage, potato, carrots, Jello, beverages, mint chocolate chip ice cream. Adults $12. Children under 12, $5. Please call the church office at 566-3711 for reservations by Feb. 27.
LONGMEADOW
LIVE AUCTION
Wolf Swamp Road School PTO invites you and your guests to attend a Live Auction with fine art, sports and music memorabilia and more. The event will be hosted at the Longmeadow Community House, 735 Longmeadow St., Feb. 29. Preview: 7 - 8 p.m., auction: 8 p.m. Door prize & raffle. Admission: $10 per person, $15 per couple. Advance ticket purchases preferred but can purchase at door. For tickets and information contact Tara at 567-0569. Proceeds to benefit Wolf Swamp Road School PTO.
CINDERELLA
Longmeadow High School Drama Club presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella," Feb. 28 - 29 at 6:30 p.m. and March 1 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $5 for children and $7 for adults. The show will take place at Longmeadow High School, 95 Grassy Gutter Rd.
"THE VALENTINE GIFT"
The Friends of Storrs Library are pleased to welcome back Longmeadow author Linda Cardillo. On Feb. 27 at 7 p.m., join us as Cardillo reads her latest work, "The Hand That Gives the Rose," a novella in the anthology "The Valentine Gift." Copies of the anthology and "Dancing on Sunday Afternoons" will be available for purchasing and signing. This event is free and open to the public.
DEBT POLICE, DO THEY GO TOO FAR?
What would you do if you received a call or letter from a debt collection agency? How do you know the debt is really yours and if you are responsible for paying the debt? Joseph Leonard of the Mass Bankers Assc. will address these topics at our next SALT meeting at the Adult Center on March 10 at 1 p.m. You will also learn about unfair debt collection practices, what your rights are and how you can fight back. To register, call 565-4150.
DADS & DONUTS AT STORRS LIBRARY
Are you looking for a great activity for kids and their dads? The Youth Service Dept. at the Storrs Library will host Dads & Donuts on March 1. Everyone is invited for an hour of coffee, donuts and crafts. This program for dads and kids will take place from 10 - 11 a.m. Register in advance by calling 565-4182 or visiting the Philip Michael Lauro II Discovery Room at the Storrs Library.
FINAL CONCERT
The Longmeadow Chamber Music Society will be celebrating the final concert of their 25th season on Feb. 29 at 8 p.m. at the First Church of Christ in Longmeadow. The concert will feature Marsha Garbisch Harbison and her sisters. The "Three Sisters," who play violin, viola and flute will be joined by the husband and wife team, Boris Kogan, cello, and Sofya Shainskaya, piano.
NEW ENGLAND FLOWER SHOW
Celebrate the coming of spring with full landscaped gardens and dazzling exhibits at the second largest flower show in the nation with the Longmeadow Adult Center on March 13. Extraordinary design, remarkable plant material and the fresh fragrance of springtime! Depart 8:15 a.m. Snack on own. Delicious private luncheon buffet at 3 p.m. at Rom's Restaurant in Sturbridge on the way home. Call 565-4150.
SPRINGTIME IN NEW YORK CITY
Springtime will be here soon and what better way to celebrate the good weather than to spend a day strolling the streets of NYC. Staff from Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Dept. will be along to supervise and provide information. Trip dates are April 12 and June 7. Bus will depart from Greenwood Center at 8 a.m. and return at 10 p.m. Visit www.LPRD.net for more info and registration.
BRONX ZOO TRIP
Its April school vacation week and our travels will take us to the Bronx Zoo in NYC. Visit over 4,000 animals, many in their natural habitat. Our trip includes zoo admission, unlimited shuttle, cable car and several selected exhibits including the children's zoo, butterfly exhibit, reptile world and the Congo Gorilla Forest, plus many more. The trip will be April 22; the bus will depart Greenwood Center at 8:30 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. Visit www.LPRD.net for more info and registration.
VISIT BOSTON BY LAND AND BY SEA
We have the perfect trip for those who want to see Boston by land and by sea. Our day begins with a stop at the Boston Museum of Science. When your visit to the museum is complete, board your "DUCK" an authentic World War II amphibious landing vehicle for your tour. You will travel through the streets of Boston before heading to the Charles River where your "DUCK" splashes into the river for a memorable view of Boston from the water. Firm May 1 deadline for registration is enforced. The trip will be May 24; the bus will depart Greenwood Center at 9 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. Visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for information.
BASEBALL REGISTRATION
Please disregard any other published registration dates in the Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Brochure or elsewhere. The correct date is Feb. 26 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. and March 1 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
LONGMEADOW GIRLS SOFTBALL
Girls in grades 1 - 9 are eligible to play in this spring league, which runs from April through June. Practices are one to two times per week and generally, there are one to two games a week. Registration date: Feb. 28, 7 - 9 p.m. at the Longmeadow Community House.
"SCHOOLS OUT, LET'S PLAY"
There is limited space available for care of Longmeadow children in grades 1 - 6 during school vacation weeks; sign up now to ensure your spot! Children will take part in a wide variety of fun activities, field trips, outdoor play, etc. Send a bag lunch daily. You may sign up for the days of your choice. February vacation is Feb. 18 - 22. Drop off as early as 7:30 a.m. and pick up by 3 p.m. at Greenwood Children's Center. Visit www.LPRD.net for more info and registration.
"LETTING OFF STEAM"
Ages six - 12 can come and play in the Greenwood gym. Supervised free play includes basketball, jump rope and much more! Program size limited so register early to avoid disappointment. Open gym will take place Feb. 20 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Greenwood Children's Center Gym. Visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for more information.
VACATION OPEN SWIM
Ages 10 and older or those younger accompanied by an adult can come and swim at the heated indoor pool. Changing rooms and showers are available. Lifeguard on duty. Open swim will be Feb. 19 and 21 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Longmeadow High School Pool.
DIVING FOR BOWLING BALLS
We wont really be diving for bowling balls! Kids ages eight - 12 will have 90 minutes for swimming from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. followed by bowling at Shaker Bowl in E. Longmeadow. A pizza lunch will be provided at the bowling alley before bowling. School bus transportation provided from the pool to the bowling alley. Program will take place Feb. 20. Drop off will be at the LHS pool at 11 a.m. and pick up will be at Shaker Bowl in E. Longmeadow at 4:30 p.m. Fee includes swimming, lunch, transportation, two games of bowling and shoe rental. Visit www.LPRD.net for more information and registration.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Evening pick up games at Glenbrook Gymnasium provide the opportunity for a great work out, competition and fun. Pay for the whole season in advance or pay on a walk in basis. Players must be out of high school to participate in this program. Program meets on Thursdays from 8:30 - 10 p.m. at Glenbrook Middle School. No program on no school days.
MEN'S VOLLEYBALL
This program offers a high level of play for advanced participants. Teams call their own violations. Program meets on Wednesdays from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Williams Middle School Gym. Registration accepted on site. No program on no school days.
AMERICAN GIRL WORKSHOP
Learn all about the latest historical doll, Julie Albright, while sewing and decorating a fabric purse using jean material and felt flowers. Julie has a purse just like the one you will be making when she was growing up in the 1970's. We will also have time to enjoy refreshments and play American Girl games. At the end of the program, there will be time to purchase some American Girl books, clothing and accessories at discounted prices. Bring a favorite doll with you like! Workshop will meet March 1 at the Greenwood Children's Center from 10 a.m. - noon. Visit www.LPRD.net for more information and registration.
TEEN CENTER
Youths in grades 6 - 8 and their guests are welcome to come and enjoy a supervised evening out on Fridays from 7 - 10 p.m. at the Greenwood Center. Admission is $7 per person. All students must sign in prior to entry. School dress codes are strictly followed. Teen Center is run and staffed by area college students. Parent information packets are available on site at each teen center event. Please call Crissy Alexopoulos at 565-4163 with any questions. Teen center dates are Feb. 29, March 14, 28, April 11, May 2, 16 and June 6.
SPRINGFIELD
"DIABETES 101" CLASS
The Diabetes Center at Mercy Medical Center, 299 Carew St., is offering a free diabetes class on Feb. 25 from 2:30 - 4 p.m. The class will provide an overview of diabetes and discuss the treatment plan including meal planning, medications, exercise and blood glucose monitoring.
FOXWOODS CASINO & BINGO
There will be a March 2 trip to Foxwoods Casino & Bingo. The bus leaves at 7:30 a.m., attendees must be arrive at 7 a.m. There will also be a two-day bus trip to Atlantic City March 9 - 10. Price includes bus, hotel, breakfast and tour. Bus leaves Mom & Rico's, 899 Main St., at 6:30 a.m. Attendees must arrive at 6 a.m. Call Gina Daniele at 732-8941 for more information. Gift certificates are available.
FOREST PARK ZOO
The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center will be open Feb. 18 - 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting. Reduced admission rates are as follows: adults, $2, children one - 12, $1. For more information, call 733-2251 or visit the zoo's Web site at www.forestparkzoo.org.
WILBRAHAM
Mission Projects that Benefit Women and Children
The Women's Evening Fellowship of Wilbraham United Church will present "Women in Mission," with speakers Ruth Krueger and Marlene Jobson of Christ the King Lutheran Church. This program focuses on special mission projects that specifically benefit women and children. The meeting will be Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Friendship Room of Wilbraham, United Church, 500 Main St. All women are invited.
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