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> Local News > Town Events > Town Events, Jan. 16 - Jan. 23
Town Events, Jan. 16 - Jan. 23From The Chicopee Herald, The MetroWest Reminder and The Springfield Reminder
AGAWAM
AGAWAM COUNCIL ON AGING
The Agawam Council on Aging and Senior Center events:
Jan. 17: 8:30 a.m. foot care nurses by appointment; 1 p.m. pitch; 1 p.m. blood pressure; 1 p.m. fuel assistance by appointment; 7 p.m. pitch.
Jan. 18: 9 a.m. tap; 9 a.m. Avada hearing test by appointment; 10 a.m. Tai Chi; 1 p.m. cribbage. For more info call 821-0604 or 821-0605.
ROAST PORK DINNER
Join us for the popular roast pork dinner sponsored by the Ladies Glee Club and the Men's Singing Section of the Springfield Turnverein, located at 176 Garden St. in Feeding Hills. The dinner will be Jan. 18, serving from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the club. Menu includes roast pork, potato, vegetable, gravy, dessert and coffee or tea. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children. Absolute reservation deadline is Jan. 16. To reserve call the club at 786-0924 or Wilma at 786-4671.
CHICOPEE
PIONEER VALLEY READING COUNCIL
The Pioneer Valley Reading Council will present its third "Literacy and Community" workshop for the 2007-08 academic year on Jan. 17 at the Chicopee Elks Lodge #1849 at 431 Granby Rd. Workshop registration begins at 3:45 p.m. and is followed by the workshop at 4:15 p.m. Leslie Skantz-Hodgson will present Family Writing Workshop. For further info call Meredith Cox at 323-5524 or email her at belchertown@juno.com. In case of a weather emergency, PVRC will cancel and reschedule this presentation if the Chicopee schools cancel daytime, afternoon or evening activities.
DRESS PARADE OF CADETS
West Point invites you to view the famous dress parade of cadets on April 26. Lunch will be at the Hotel Thayer's fabulous buffet. A guided tour of West Point is included, all gratuities and transportation. Call the Chicopee Senior Travel Club at 534-3698, Mon. - Fri., noon - 3 p.m. for more info.
QUEBEC SPECTACULAR
Quebec spectacular a four-day trip from May 20 - 23. Trip includes hotel, six meals, sightseeing, etc. Call Chicopee Senior Travel Club, 534-3698, Mon. - Fri., noon - 3 p.m.
OPEN HOUSE
St. Joan of Arc-St. George School will kick off Catholic Schools Week with an open house Jan. 27, 10 a.m. - noon. All families, parishioners and alumni are invited to tour the school, meet the staff and enjoy coffee and donuts. Registration information for families interested in registering their child(ren), pre-kindergarten - grade eight for Sept. 2008 will be available. Pre-K families are encouraged to register early. If you cannot attend, but would like more info, call 533-1475 or 536-6038. Visit www.stjoan-stgeorge.org.
BOOK, CLOTHING AND BAKE SALE
There will be a huge book, clothing and mini-bake sale at Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St. on Jan. 26, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The public is invited.
FRANCO-AMERICAN WOMEN'S ASSOC.
The Franco-American Women's Association of Chicopee will meet on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. in Nativity Church Hall, 780 Chicopee St. Merit award applications will be available for the children and grandchildren of members. Plans for the April 10 fundraiser, the Scholarship Card Party, will be started. New members, women of French heritage, are welcome. Both English and French are spoken at the meetings. Refreshments will be served.
SALUTE THE WORLD
The Chicopee Parks & Rec. Dept. is offering a three-day weekend trip to Toronto, April 4 - 6 to see the Red Sox play the Blue Jays. Package includes motorcoach transportation, field level seats for two games and nightly accommodations in the heart of Toronto. A narrated tour of the city along with a visit to Niagara Falls are also a part of the trip. Space is limited and available on a first come basis. Reservations can be made by visiting the Chicopee Parks & Rec. office at 687 Front St. or by calling 594-3481.
HOLYOKE
TAX ABATEMENT WORKSHOP
There will be a property tax abatement workshop Jan. 19, 10 - 11:30 a.m. at Holyoke Community College, Kittredge Business Center, room 301. The workshop will provide instruction and discussion on how to complete forms, file abatements ad appeals and a forum to review appraisal and abatement processes and strategies. The event is open and free to the public. For more info contact Keith at 533-4258 or via email at sodasdad@yahoo.com.
SOUTHWICK
SOUTHWICK REMINDERS
Last day to register to vote or change parties for the Primary Election held on Feb. 5 will be Jan. 16. Taxes are also due on Jan. 16. Payments will be accepted until 8 p.m. The town treasurer/collector/clerk's office is available 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.; extended hours on Jan. 16 until 8 p.m.
TAI CHI CLASS
The Southwick Senior Center has begun Tai Chi classes every Tuesday at 11 a.m. If you have any questions please call the center at 569-5498.
GIRLS DAY/NIGHT OUT PROGRAMS
Wilderness Experiences Unlimited (WEU) and Westfield Water Sports announces several girls' programs ages 12 - 90+. Pre-registration are currently being accepted for the following programs:
Jan. 26, Wer Fitness and Hatha Yoga, 1 - 3:30 p.m. Includes 50 min. water aerobic class in our heated pool and basic beginner Yoga/Pilates one exercise mats as well as refreshments.
Feb. 1: Snorkeling Clinic, 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. Class instruction incudes equipment, basic and intermediate skills with plenty of time for fun.
Feb. 2: Try Scuba Experience, 3 - 5 p.m. Inlcudes all equipment and a chance to see what's under the water's surface in our 83 degree heated pool.
All programs meet at Wilderness Experiences Unlimited/Westfield Water Sports store, 526 College Highway, Southwick. Info: www.weu.com; email: adventures@weu.com or 569-1287.
SPRINGFIELD
Understanding Alzheimer's
Mason Wright Retirement Community, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m., In-Service: Alzheimer's & Dimentia understanding it and learning to cope with it. Please call 733-1517. Seats are limited.
HUNGRY HILL MEETING
Meeting of the Hungry Hill Neighborhood Council Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. A representative from the Sheriff's Department will discuss the Community Accountability Program and officers from North Sector will offer crime statistic information and address residents' concerns. All residents are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served.
TUESDAY LUNCHEON
The Hungry Hill Center's "Tuesday Luncheon" Jan. 22: Shepherd's pie, salad, vegetable, dessert, coffee and tea are served. The cost is $2 and reservations are required one week in advance; call 733-9411.
LOW IMPACT AEROBIC CLASSES
Low impact aerobic classes at the Hungry Hill Center on Mon. and Wed. at 10:30 a.m., a chair exercise on Mon. at 1 p.m. and line dancing on Fri. at 10 a.m. There is a fee for the low impact aerobic classes only. Classes are sponsored by the city's Department of Elder Affairs. Advance registration is not required.
ROTARY CLUB LUNCHEON
The Springfield Rotary Club is pleased to announce Atty. Andrea N. Chasen, founder of Resolutions, a conflict resolution firm, will address the Springfield Rotary Club's luncheon meeting on Jan. 18. The Springfield Rotary Club meets every Friday at 12:15 p.m. in the Mass Mutual Room at The Basketball Hall of Fame, West Columbus Ave. and is a proud member of Rotary International. Lunch is $17 per person and open to the public.
POETRY READING
Western New England College and Writers Spring Forth will host a reading featuring poets Lynne Thompson of Los Angeles, Gene Zeiger of Shelburne Falls and Laura Chagnon of West Springfield on Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. in the St. Germain Campus Center Bear's Den. The event is free and open to the public.
BAGELS & BLOCKS
At Sinai Temple, 1100 Dickinson St., Jan. 20 from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers and their parents are welcome to discover the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shavat. We'll hear a story, sing songs and do arts and craft projects. Eat bagels and play with blocks while making new friends. This is a free event and non-members are welcome. Please call Stacey Osowski at 736-3619 ext. 13 to reserve your spot.
ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY
There will be a two-day bus trip to Atlantic City March 9 - 10. Price includes bus, hotel, breakfast, tour and boat ride. 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.
PASTA DINNER
St. Anthony Church Women's Guild will hold its monthly pasta dinner on Feb. 6 from Feb. 6 from 5-7 p.m. at the Cedar Hall at 375 Island Pond Rd. The menu will include homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, pastries, coffee and tea. The cost is $5 for adults and children under six are free. Take-out is available. For more info call Nora at 543-2455.
FIRST-HOUR FORUMS
The public is invited to attend the Unitarian Universality Society of Greater Springfield's "First Hour Forum" from 9 - 10 a.m. before their Sunday service in the Balcony Room, second floor. Forums offer presentation, dialogue and interactive conversation about current events and/or a topic special interest.
Jan. 20: All-Congregation Book Discussion on Peace with Becca Bryer. Bryer and the "Peace Class"
facilitate a discussion of the book "Speaking Peace in a World of Conflict" by M. Rosenberg. The topic invites us to look at the violence in our own lives; it provides an overview of Rosenberg's framework of non-violent communication and how that can change our perspectives and behavior and thus, the systems we inhabit.
Jan. 27: Can America Cure its Drug War Addiction? with Jeff Kaufman. He describes how the nearly four-decades war on drugs has been both counterproductive and constitutionally suspect. A former New York City policeman, Kaufman became a criminal attorney and is now a teacher. He is also a speaker for the nationwide group, Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP), which consists of many current and former law enforcement officials who want to end the drug laws.
The church is located at 245 Porter Lake Dr., Springfield. For more info call 736-2324.
WESTFIELD
COOKING WITH MINO
A series of cooking classes titled "Cooking with Mino" will be offered at Westfield State College. Every class will consist of five courses and Mino will show you step-by-step instructions for each authentic Italian dish. When the dish is completed, you will sit down to enjoy it with a glass of wine paired specifically to that course. The process (cooking demo/consumption of food and wine) will be repeated with each Italian dish. The first class is offered for a fee on Jan. 22. Class will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Class size is limited to 15 people. To register or for more info call 568-0002.
HUMASON'S OFFICE HOURS
Rep. Don Humason Jr., R-Westfield, and his Legislative Aide, Sarah Latour, will hold public office hours in Adrienne's Caf at the Pilgrim Candle Marketplace on Jan. 18 from 10:30 a.m. - noon. They are also available to meet with constituents at their district office located at 64 Noble St., 568-1366. No appointment is necessary, but calling ahead is recommended in case they are at the State House.
TRIP TO PARIS
The Community Education Office in collaboration with the Springfield Museums is offering a trip to Paris, May 23 - 31. Travelers will experience some of the main highlights of Paris; the itinerary includes planned guided tours each day with free time for independent exploration. Discover Paris with unlimited access to museums, monuments and the world-famous Paris Metro System. Registration closes on Feb. 15. For more information or to register for Discover Paris contact the Community Education office at 572-8034 or at Cheaphy@wsc.ma.edu.
SAT I PREP AT WESTFIELD STATE
The Community Education office at Westfield State College is offering SAT I Prep classes from Jan. 22 - Feb. 26 on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 9 p.m. for math and from Jan. 24 - Feb. 28 on Thursdays from 6:30 - 9 p.m. for verbal. These six session courses are for students wanting to maximize their scores on the Scholastic Assessment Test on March 1. There is a tuition fee for this course. For more information or to request a catalog, contact the Community Education office at 572-8034 or at Cheaphy@wsc.ma.edu.
"EXCEL: THE BASICS" COURSE
The Community Education office at Westfield State College is offering Excel: The Basics from Jan. 23 - Feb. 13 on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There is a tuition fee for this course. For more information or to request a catalog, contact the Community Education office at 572-8034 or at Cheaphy@wsc.ma.edu.
WEST SPRINGFIELD
LIBRARY DELAYS REOPENING
The West Springfield Public Library has not reopened on Jan. 7 as scheduled, due to the unanticipated discovery of additional asbestos during carpet replacement. We now anticipate a reopening date of Jan. 19. Book drops will remain open for our patrons' convenience or materials may be dropped off at neighboring libraries. Patrons may still place holds from their home or office computers but will have to choose an alternate library at which to pick up requests. The West Springfield Public Library should not be chosen as a pick up location for holds until we reopen as all items for hold will be canceled or diverted to other libraries until we reopen. Upon reopening we anticipate limited access to some collections and a possible delay in the reopening of the publicly accessible computers. Please call 736-4561 on or after Jan. 19 to confirm availability of collections or services.
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