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Town Events, March 17 - March 24From The Reminder
EAST LONGMEADOW
MEETING
The East Longmeadow Local Emergency Planning Committee will be meeting on March 19 at 7 p.m. at the East Longmeadow Fire Department.
BOTTLE DRIVE
There will be a bottle drive at Heritage Park on March 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. This bottle drive is for U-14 PVJSL Girls Soccer team. The money raised will be used for the end of the season activities for the team.
SUNRISE SERVICE
On April 23 at 6:30 a.m. at Heritage Park, First Congregational Church will be hosting a Sunrise Service on Easter morning. There will be two additional services at 9 and 11 a.m., back at the church at 7 Somers Rd.
HOLY WEEK
First Congregational Church in E.L. will be host Holy Week services on March 20, Maundy Thursday Service at 7:30 p.m. and a Good Friday Service, March 21 at noon, 7 Somers Rd.
SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
The E.L. Scholarship Foundation Annual Door to Door Campaign will be starting March 29 - April 7. East Longmeadow students will be campaigning door to door wearing the Spartans colors of red, white and gray. All proceeds will benefit the East Longmeadow Scholarship Foundation.
ELEEF RED SOX RAFFLE
ELEEF is offering a Red Sox opening day raffle. See the Sox April 8 at 2:05 p.m. and travel to Fenway Park in a limo! See the Red Sox get their World Series rings! Tickets will go fast and numbers are limited contact any ELEEF board member. Raffle winner receives four field box seats (Field Box 13, Row H) and limo transportation. One raffle ticket is $50, or get three for $100. All proceeds benefit ELEEF and thereby the East Longmeadow Public Schools.
BALLROOM DANCING
The E.L. Rec. Dept./COA will run another session of ballroom dancing from March 17 - May 5. Class meets Mondays from 7 - 8 p.m. for eight weeks. There is a fee. This session: four weeks each of swing and rumba. Come into the Rec. Dept., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon. - Fri. to register.
GIRLS SOFTBALL EVALUATIONS
The E.L. Rec. Dept. announces evaluations for girls softball will take place March 29 at Birchland softball field as follows: Intown 3rd/4th & U/10 NEYSA, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Intown 5th/6th & U/12 NEYSA, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. U/14 NEYSA, 2:30 - 4 p.m.
BOYS LACROSSE REMINDER
The E.L. Rec. Dept. reminds parents whose sons wish to play boys lacrosse this season that the deadline to register is March 28. Those in grades 3 - 8 are eligible to play. Come into the Rec. Dept. Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. to register.
ST. PAUL'S SERVICES
St. Paul Lutheran Church, 181 Elm St. Maundry Thursday, March 20, 1 p.m. Communion Service, 7:30 p.m. Communion Service; Good Friday, March 21, noon Worship Service, 7:30 p.m. Tenebrae Service; Easter Sunday, March 23, 6:30 a.m. Worship Service, 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion Service, 10:45 a.m. Holy Communion Service.
TEXT BOOK SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE
The E.L. Garden Club announces that it will award a $500 Text Book Scholarship to an ELHS senior or an E.L. student who is already attending college. To be eligible, the applicant should be planning to pursue a career in the following fields: Horticulture, Agriculture, Ecology, Environmental and Natural Sciences, Forestry, Plant Systems & Plant Biotechnology, Conservation, Landscape Architecture, Botany or a related field. Applications are available at the ELHS Guidance Department and at the E.L. Public Library or by calling 525-6052 or 525-3206. The deadline for filing applications is May 1. The candidates will be required to have letters of recommendations sent to the committee to be followed with a personal interview.
GARDEN CLUB LECTURE
On March 27 the E.L. Garden Club will present Nancy D'Amato, Master Gardener from the Amherst Garden Club, who will speak on "Enhancing Your Shade and Woodland Gardens." She will suggest gardening techniques that can extend your garden from early spring to late fall. The meeting will take place in Fellowship Hall of the Congregational Church on the rotary at noon. Guest fee is $2; new members are always welcome. Another upcoming event will the the Arbor Day celebration on April 30 when the 5th grade students of Mapleshade and Mountain View will each be presented with a Fir tree seedling. Please visit www.elgardenclub.org for more info.
EASTER PLANT SALE
Boy Scout troop 275 will be hosting its annual Easter Plant Sale on March 21 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and March 22 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The sale will take place at Hampden Engineering, 99 Shaker Rd. The troop will be selling lilies, mums, daffodils, tulips and hyacinths. Proceeds from this sale will be used towards various programs including helping to offset the cost for scouts going to summer camp.
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CLUB
The E.L. Senior Friendship Club will celebrate Maundy Thursday with the Senior Chorus on March 20 at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. Luncheon is corned beef and cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread and orange sherbet. Call 525-5436 at least one day in advance for noon lunch reservations.
IRS STIMULUS PAYMENTS FOR SENIORS
Senior citizens who have already filed a 2007 federal tax return or who plan to do not need to do anything else to receive the economic stimulus payment. Seniors who do not normally file a federal tax return will be receiving a package from the IRS in late March providing directions on how to file. After you receive this packet of information and need help filling out the form, please call Janice Michaelis at 525-5424 to set up an appointment for assistance.
LUNCH AND LEARN PROGRAM
Come join us for lunch at the Pleasant View Senior Center and learn a little something while you're here. On March 19 we welcome representatives from the Stavros Center for Independent Living, who will speak at 12:30 p.m. about free and reduced-cost phone equipment available through Verizon for those with a certifiable hearing, sight, or mobility difficulty. Luncheon is sweet n' sour meatballs, rice, Maui-blend vegetables and peaches. Call at least one day ahead to reserve yours. Brown baggers also welcome, or just come for the presentation following lunch.
GOLF LESSONS FOR SENIORS
A six-week session of golf lessons for seniors will begin April 16 from 1 - 2 p.m. at the Bob Lake Learning Center, Fenway Golf Range. Rain dates will be May 28 and June 4. Please register at Fenway Golf (clubs available.) Any questions, please call Bob Lake at 525-5090.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
The third Thursday of each month, nurses from Wingate Nursing Home are available to give free blood pressure readings to area seniors at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. beginning at 11 a.m. Stop by March 20 to have yours taken!
EGG HUNT
It's time for the Just Like Home's 8th Annual Egg Hunt on March 30, for those ages toddler - six. The hunt will start promptly at 11:30 a.m. until all eggs have been hunted. Just Like Home is located at 95 Shaker Rd. There will be over 1,000 eggs filled with toys, candy, tickets for larger prizes and 20 eggs containing Kiddly Winks Gift Certificates. $7 participation fee for all children. Call 525-9944 for details. Proceeds benefit the March of Dimes.
GREATER SPRINGFIELD
ATTENTION CRAFTERS
Applications are being accepted for the 23rd annual St. Francis of Assisi Craft Fair on Sept. 27 on the church grounds 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The church is located on the corner of Ellington Road and Pleasant Valley Road, S. Windsor, Conn. Spaces: 14' x 14', $35 (after Aug. 31, $45). Contact: Ersilia Brandoli, 860-528-5209.
YOGA CLASS
The Abundant Wellness Center, 94 Chicopee St., Chicopee, is offering the March 25 yoga class at no charge. This offer is good only for the March 25 evening class starting at 5:45 p.m. This beginner's yoga class will include some basic yoga postures, focus on breathing and centering which is important to obtain a calm mind and end with relaxation. As with any physical exercise program it is always a good idea to consult your doctor first. Limited space so pre-registration is required. Sign up by calling 592-2828.
TOBACCO VALLEY ARTISTS ASSOC.
The March meeting of the Tobacco Valley Artists Association will be March 19 at 7 p.m. at the Somers Senior Center, 19 Battle St., Somers, Conn. Demonstrator for the evening will be Westfield artist Norman Lacombe. He is active in the Holyoke Art League and will present an oil demonstration featuring urban landscape. The public is welcome to attend.
BIENNIAL QUILT SHOW
The "Pieces of Time" quilt show will begin on April 4 at 4 p.m. and continue throughout the weekend at the Castle of Knights Meeting and Banquet House, 1599 Memorial Dr., Chicopee. The show will feature over 150 quilts to view and admire. There will also be fun demonstrations, over 15 craft vendors, and great food. The hours for the show are: April 4, 4 - 8 p.m.; April 5, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and April 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
SPRING ART SHOW
The Monson Arts Council Spring Art Show for 2008 offers great prizes: Best of Show for $1,200, First Place - $500, 2nd Place - $400, President's Choice - $300, Committee Favorite - $200, Emerging Artist - Giclee Print. Theme: The Dance of Texture, Light & Color. Entries are welcome. Delivery date is March 29 from 9 - 11 a.m. Go to monsonartscouncil.com for entry form and guidelines or call 267-4429. E-mail is macartshow@earthlink.net.
LONGMEADOW
ANNUAL SPRING LUNCHEON
Longmeadow Maternal Association Annual Spring Luncheon, April 1, noon, Country Club of Wilbraham, Stony Hill Rd., Wilbraham. The final meeting of the 2007/08 year will be April 1. The social hour will begin at noon, followed by luncheon at 12:30 p.m.; at 2 p.m. the Gem Tones will entertain us. This will be a wonderful afternoon to welcome spring. The public is cordially invited. For information call 567-9520.
OPEN HOUSE
Bay Path College will host a free open house for prospective students on April 13 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on its Longmeadow campus. Participants will have the opportunity to talk to current students, faculty and staff and attend academic sessions. They will also meet with admissions and financial aid staff and tour the campus. Lunch is included. Parents and friends are invited to the event as well. To learn more, call the Bay Path College Admissions Office at 565-1331 e-mail admiss@baypath.edu or visit www.baypath.edu.
OPEN ENROLLMENT NIGHT AT GREENWOOD
Greenwood Extended Day welcomes you to join us for Open Enrollment Night on May 8 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Enrollment for 2008-09 Early Risers, Before and After Kindergarten and After School will begin at this time. Come reserve your space, tour the facility and meet the staff! Tours are also available upon request. Contact Kelly at 565-4163 or kzieba@longmeadow.org.
RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
The Rules Committee Meeting will take place on March 18 at 7 p.m. in the Fire Station Community Room.
GREEN WORKSHOP AT BAY PATH
As part of its Kaleidoscope series, Bay Path College presents "Climate Change," a green workshop featuring Andrea Nager Chasen, assistant regional director for The Climate Change Project of Western MA. The presentation, which is free and open to the public, will take place March 27 at 7 p.m. in the Mills Theatre, Carr Hall on Bay Path's Longmeadow campus. Registration is not necessary, but for more information please call Bay Path College Office of Special Programs at 565-1066.
BOARD OF ASSESSORS MEETING
The Board of Assessors will meet on March 19 at 8:30 a.m. in the Police Station Community Room.
DATE CHANGE: AMERICAN GIRL WORKSHOP
The March 1 workshop that was cancelled due to poor weather has been rescheduled to May 3. Those who already enrolled need not register again. There is still room for new enrollees to learn all about the latest historical doll, Julie Albright, while sewing and decorating a fabric purse using jean material and felt flowers. We will also 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 if you like! Workshop will meet on May 3 at the Greenwood Children's Center from 10 a.m. - noon. Visit www.LPRD.net for more information and registration.
EARLY SPRING & SUMMER BROCHURE
The new early spring and summer edition of "Experiences," Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Dept.'s program brochure, will be available at the Community House, beginning around March 24. Look for it in your mail. Get a jump on your favorite programs ahead of time: early bird online registration for most programs begins March 17 at www.LPRD.net. Remember to check the paper weekly for additional offerings not included in the brochure.
REMINDER
2008 dog licenses are available in the Town Clerks Office, 20 Williams Street, Mon-Thurs 8:15 am 4:30 pm and Fri 8:15 am Noon. 2007 dog licenses will expire on March 31st.
LONGMEADOW PLANNING BOARD
The next scheduled meeting for the Longmeadow Planning Board is March 20, 2008 7:00 pm at the Longmeadow Police Station Community Room.
FINANCE MEETING
March 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Fire Meeting Room.
"SCHOOLS OUT, LET'S PLAY"
Make vacation special! 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, Monday - Friday, April 21 - 25 from 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Greenwood Children's Center. Visit www.LPRD.net for information and convenient registration.
"LETTING OFF STEAM"
Kids ages six - 12 can come and enjoy supervised free play in the Greenwood gym. Free play includes basketball, jump rope and much more! Open gym will be April 23 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Greenwood Gym. Visit www.LPRD.net for more information and registration.
APRIL VACATION OPEN SWIM
Ages 10 and older (younger participants welcome with parental supervision) can come and swim at the heated indoor pool. Changing rooms and showers are available. Lifeguard on duty. Open swim will take place April 22 and 24 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Longmeadow High School Pool (Williams St. entrance). Visit www.LPRD.net for more info.
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. Enroll online at www.LPRD.net.
MEN'S VOLLEYBALL
This program offers a high level of play for advanced participants. Pick-up games start at 7:30 p.m. and 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. Enroll online at www.LPRD.net.
CO-ED VOLLEYBALL
Pick up games are non-officiated, with teams calling their own violations. This fun, non-competitive atmosphere allows players to improve their skills. It's a great way to stay active and meet new people. Players with basic volleyball skills are urged to join. This program meets at Glenbrook Middle School on Monday evenings from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. No program on no school days. Enroll online at www.LPRD.net.
KARATE SHOTOKAN STYLE
Students train in the basic excersices involving punching, blocking, kicking, stances, forms, sparring and self-defense. This class is open to all ages and levels and strengthens the relationships and competencies in children, adults and families. Sign up to attend either youth classes on Tuesdays or adult classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays with the adult and child class combined on Thursdays. Enrollment is ongoing and classes will meet at the Old Town Hall. Please visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for more info 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 Cristina Judd at 565-4163 with any questions. Teen center dates are March 28, April 11, May 2, 16 and June 6.
MEALS ON WHEELS
The Longmeadow Adult Center is in need of Meals on Wheels drivers to deliver the noon meal. If you like to meet new people, want to help others and can volunteer for two hours a month, you are just what we are looking for. The route consists of approximately 20 homes in Longmeadow and requires about two hours to complete, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. We ask for a commitment of one day per month and offer a very flexible schedule. Substitute drivers are available for backup in emergencies or if you are concerned about driving in bad weather. For more information please contact Ellen Gold at 565-4150.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Longmeadow Finance Committee will host a Public Hearing on the FY09 Budget as proposed by the Longmeadow Select Board. The public hearing will be at 7 p.m. on March 19 in the Fire Dept. Meeting Room.
RABIES CLINIC
For dogs and cats. Sponsored by the Longmeadow Board of Health on April 5 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at the Longmeadow Police Garage on Williams Street. The fee is $10. A representative of the Clerk's Office will be available inside the garage during the clinic to renew/sell dog licenses.
MUSIC TOGETHER PROGRAMS AT STORRS
On March 26, a certified music instructor from Music Together will conduct two programs at the Storrs Library. The first will be on March 21 at 10:30 a.m. for children aged one month to three years and their parents or caregiver. The second program will be from 4 - 4:45 p.m., for parents and children who are four to six years of age with other siblings. They will both feature songs, music and dance to promote your child's musical and movement development. Visit www.greaterspringfieldmusictogether.com.
SPRINGFIELD
SPRINGFIELD STORYTELLERS
Tell a story or just listen to the stories told by the Springfield Storytellers at their next meeting on March 21 from 7 - 9 p.m at their new location: the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 245 Porter Lake Dr. Their sessions are open to all at no cost. Storytelling takes place every third Friday of the month. For info or directions call Doug at 733-9815.
ROTARY CLUB LUNCHEON
The Springfield Rotary Club announced Domenic Sarno, Mayor of Springfield, will address the Springfield Rotary Club's luncheon meeting on March 21. 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 Avenue, and is a proud member of Rotary International. The Rotary luncheon, with guest speaker Sarno is $17 per person and is open to the public. For more info on the Springfield Rotary or becoming a member, contact Jim Russell at 567-0700 or visit www.springfieldmarotary.org.
FOSTER MEMORIAL RUMMAGE SALE
The Fosterians of Foster Memorial Church will hold their annual rummage/tag sale in Fellowship Hall on March 29 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Wilbraham Road and Parker Street in 16 Acres Center. There will be good used clothing, curtains, drapes, jewelry, paperbacks, toys, small household items and "white elephants." A bag sale will take place from 1:30 - 2 p.m.
CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR ANIMALS
Concerned Citizens for Animals giant tag sale is scheduled March 28 - 29 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 961 St. James Ave. (next to Serv-U).
MOTHER'S DAY VENDOR FAIR
Applications are now being accepted for a Mother's Day Vendor Fair to take place on May 3 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Greenleaf Community, Parker Street. The cost per 10' x 8' space is $30. Call Pauline at 789-2061 for an application or more info. This fair will benefit the travel fund of the Targets Drum and Bugle Corps.
YANKEES HOME GAME
See the New York Yankees take on the Oakland A's at Yankee Stadium and receive a sandwich, courtesy of Mom & Rico's. The game will be July 20 at 1 p.m. Bus leaves Daniele's Specialty Market, 899 Main St., at 8:30 a.m. Call Gina at 732-8941 for more information.
EASTER BREAKFAST
The Springfield Rescue Mission will be hosting an Easter breakfast for the hungry and homeless in the Greater Springfield area on March 22 at 7 a.m. at their 19 Bliss St. location. Last year the group fed nearly 100 people and this year expect to feed more. In addition to holiday meals, the group serves breakfast to the public Monday Saturday.
DANCE CLASS FOR TEENS
Dunbar Community Center presents a free Modern/Contemporary dance class now being offered for the teens. Come take advantage of an opportunity to learn "The Lester Horton Technique." Starting March 12, classes are being offered every Wednesday evening at 5:30 p.m. (until June). Sign up today. The class is free.
ST. PETER'S SERVICES
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 45 Buckingham St., will celebrate Holy Week with the following Services: March 20, Maundy Thursday Service, 6 p.m.; March 21, Good Friday Stations Of The Cross, noon, Good Friday Service, 5:30 p.m.; March 22, Easter Vigil and Baptism, 7 p.m.; March 23, 8 a.m. Low Mass, 10 a.m. High Mass. The public is invited to all Services. For questions please call the church office at 736-8567.
UNDIE SUNDAY
The Daughters Of The King (DOK) at St. Peter's Episcopal Church is asking for donation new men's underwear (shorts, briefs, T-shirts, socks) for distribution at the Bliss Street Rescue Mission. All donated items will be given to the Rescue Mission on March 30 when Undie Sunday is celebrated at the 10 a.m. Service. The public is invited. Donations will be received by Maurita Bledsoe, Monyue Bright, Carol Bushman, Vera O'Connor, Marylouise Rutherford and Marcia Sullivan. For donations or questions please call 736-8567.
WILBRAHAM
WOMEN'S GUILD
The Wilbraham United Church Women's Guild will meet on March 27 at noon in Fellowship Hall. Members should bring a sandwich. A salad, dessert and coffee will be served. "Know Your Library" will be the program topic. Janet Shea will update the long range plans for the library. Karen Demers will speak on the adult services offered. Guests are always welcome. Call 596-2511 for more info.
THE SPIRITUALITY OF ANIMALS
The Women's Evening Fellowship of Wilbraham United Church will present "The Spirituality of Animals" with Dr. Joni Paterson. Paterson will share with us "a look at how the deep and meaningful connections between humans and their animal companions offer us a way to experience the unconditional love of the Divine and teach us the lessons of grace, healing and right living." The meeting will be March 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Friendship Room of Wilbraham United Church, 500 Main St. All women are invited. Come and bring a friend!
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