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Town Events, March 26 - April 2From the Chicopee Herald, the Metro West Reminder and the Springfield Reminder
AGAWAM
CHICKEN PIE DINNER
Feeding Hills Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 21 North Westfield St. in Feeding Hills will have a chicken pie dinner on April 5 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Dinner: tossed salad, chicken pie, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce, beverage and chocolate or yellow cake. Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children ages five - 12, free for children four and under. No tickets required; dinner guests pay at the door. For reservations call 786-5061.
AGAWAM COUNCIL ON AGING
The Agawam Council on Aging and Senior Center events:
March 26: 8:30 a.m. weight training; 1:30 p.m. Golden Agers Chapter 1; 6 p.m. dolls and guys billiards.
March 27: 9:30 a.m. new member breakfast; 9 a.m.-noon tax preparation available by appointment; 9 a.m. exercise; 1 p.m. pitch; 1 p.m. blood pressure check; 1 p.m. fuel assistance by appointment; 2:30 p.m. melody band meets; 7 p.m. pitch.
March 28: 9 a.m. tap class; 10 a.m. Tai Chi; 1 p.m. cribbage, scrabble.
For more info call 821-0604 or 821-0605.
"ONCE UPON A MATTRESS"
"Once Upon a Mattress" presented by Agawam High School Performing Arts Department April 3, 4, 6 (2 p.m.) at 7 p.m. in the Agawam High School auditorium. The cost is $5 students/staff with ID; $10 general public.
MOHEGAN SUN
Reservations are open for the Lioness bus trip to Mohegan Sun on April 18. Cost is $20 which incudes a $10 meal ticket and a $10 free bet. All reservations must be paid at the time of registration. Call Lillian Doyle at 786-9586 to make a reservation. Parking at the Agawam High School.
LIONESS ZITI AND MEATBALL SUPPER
The Agawam Lioness Club will host their annual ziti and meatball supper at the Lion's Den at the Big E. The date to remember is April 10. Serving will be from 5 - 7 p.m. Tickets are $7; children under 10, $4. Tickets may be purchased from any Lioness member or at the door the night of the supper.
WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER
Friends of the Agawam Senior Center Wine Tasting Fundraiser April 11 from 6 - 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the building fund. Mayor's basket and others, raffles, silent auction, Starbucks coffee, wine painting , good food, great fun. Donation of $25 for adults 21+. Call 821-0605 or 335-9440.
FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINAR
Heritage Hall Woods Assisting Living will be hosting "Planning for Retirement? Why you also need to plan for long term care" on April 2 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. Heritage Woods Assisted Living Community is located at 462 Main St. The program is free and open to the public, light refreshments will be served. For more info and to reserve your seat, call Gina Impagnatiello at 789-8374.
FOREIGN FILM FESTIVAL
The Agawam Cultural Council is sponsoring a foreign film festival featuring critically acclaimed contemporary and classic films from Italy and France. Cost for the Sunday afternoon showings is $6 per ticket, which includes hors d'oeuvres before the show. There will be a free drawing for door prizes. All showings will be at Agawam Family Cinemas, 866 Suffield St., and begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. The schedule includes "La Vie en Rose" on March 30, "La Cage aux Folles" on April 6, "La Dolce Vita" on April 13 and "Bread and Tulips" on May 4.
PORK LOIN DINNER
St. David's Episcopal Church, 699 Springfield St., Feeding Hills, will be having a pork loin dinner on April 7 at 6 p.m. Menu: pork loin with gravy, mashed potatoes, honey glazed carrots, garden salad, bread and butter, bread pudding with lemon sauce, coffee, tea or lemonade. Tickets: $9 for adults, $4 for children ages five - 12, free for children under five. Tickets can be reserved by calling the church office at 786-6133.
YARD WASTE PASSES AVAILABLE
The 2008 Yard Waste Passes are now available at the Department of Public Works at 1000 Suffield St. Agawam residents are required to obtain passes prior to dropping off yard waste at Bondis Island off Rte. 5. Residents will need to bring in a driver's license and vehicle registration, verifying residency in Agawam in order to obtain passes. Each pass will allow one entrance into the drop off yard. Passes obtained in 2007 will not be allowed for use in 2008. No dump trucks, commercial or business vehicles will be allowed through the gate with a Yard Waste Pass. These vehicle types will be charged directly at the gate.
DISCOUNTED RAIN BARRELS
Agawam will provide 50 SkyJuice Rain Barrels to Agawam residents at the discounted price of $55, almost 40 percent off the retail price of $90. Once the 50 DEP rain barrels are sold, residents may purchase the SkyJuice Rain Barrels for $65. Orders will be taken through April 18. Rain barrel pick-up day is May 3 at the Department of Public Works, 1000 Suffield St. from 9 - 10 a.m. To order call Tracy DeMaio, Environmental Project Coordinator, at 821-0624. Payments must be received by April 18.
CHICOPEE
OGUNQUIT, MAINE TRIP
The Chicopee Senior Travel Club is going to Ogunquit, Maine June 10 - 12 on a three-day getaway. Tour will include accommodations at the Ogunquit River Plantation, four meals including a lobster bake, tour and tasting at the Redhook Ale Brewing Co., Kennebunkport guided tour, Nubble Lighthouse cruise, show at the Ogunquit Playhouse, visit to Perkins Cove and Kittery shopping; all taxes and gratuities and trip cancellation insurance. Call the travel club at 534-3698, Mon. - Fri., from noon - 3 p.m.
ANNUAL SPRING FLING
The Chicopee Council on Aging and Senior Center welcomes the change of season with their annual Spring Fling program at the Castle of Knights 4044 on April 8 at noon. The luncheon will be followed by professional magician Joe Bongiovanni who will captivate the audience with an entertaining style of magic effects. Tickets: $20, available in the COA office. All participants will also have a chance to win door prizes. Seats are limited and going fast.
STIMULUS TAX REBATE
Older adults who do not file income tax returns and who earn at least $3,000 and less than $18,500 must complete a form this year in order to receive the stimulus package rebate. The form is available in the senior center, 7 Valley View Ct. There will be workshops to help those older adults who need assistance completing the forms. The workshops will continue until April 4 starting at 9 a.m.
"LIVING AGAIN"
A support group to help those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, no matter when, whether recent or sometime ago will take place April 8 at 1 p.m. at the Chicopee Council on Aging, 7 Valley View Ct. The group is facilitated by Irene Remillard. For more info call Jared at 534-3698 or Irene at 594-6092.
WRITING GROUP
A group of friendly people gather informally in the Chicopee Senior Center, 7 Valley View Ct. on the first and third Fridays of each month at 1 p.m. Bring paper, a pen or pencil and a desire to share your ideas, imagination, life experiences or dream. No extraordinary writing skills are required. For more info call the Center at 534-3698.
SCHOOL REGISTRATION
St. Joan of Arc-St. George School, 587 Grattan St., is accepting registration for kindergarten through eighth grade for Fall 2008. School offers before and after school care, hot lunch, gym, music, computer, library and French. Call 533-1475 or 536-6038 to register or visit the school at www.stjoan-stgeorge.org.
PANCAKE AND OMELET BREAKFAST
Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St., pancake and omelet breakfast April 5, 8 - 10 a.m. Cost: $4, adult; $2, children; $6 pancakes and omelet. Eat in or take-out is available. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Available: omelet station. The public is invited. We are handicapped accessible.
SCRAPBOOKING DAY
Cooper's Crop Scrapbooking Day to benefit The March of Dimes April 6, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom, Chicopee Portuguese-American Club, 149 Exchange St. Raffles, drawings, workshops, Chinese raffle. For details call 222-7731 or e-mail melissa@bkcase.com. All meals prepared by Personal Touch Catering with a "Scrap Happy Hour."
HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Baystate VNA and Hospice is currently taking applications to participate in a free Spring Volunteer Training Course. Baystate Hospice, a member of Baystate Health System, is a non-profit agency serving the greater Springfield area, including Chicopee and surrounding towns. The training course is offered free to participants. Plenty of support, education and comradeship will be provided as you help in a deeply meaningful way. Contact Caroline Stanton, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator at 827-4472 for an application and interview.
BOOK AND CLOTHING SALE
Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St., huge book sale and clothing sale plus mini bake sale March 29, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The public is invited.
ITALIAN COMEDY
Impressionist and comedian Mark Verselli, back by popular demand, is a phenomenal, critically acclaimed impressionist with over 100 impressions. Make your reservations now by calling Frank Wotton at 532-0214. If any profit is realized from this trip, it will be donated to your Chicopee Public Libraries.
A DAY OF RENEWAL
A time of community renewal will take place April 20 at the St. Stanislaus School Library, Front Street, from 1 - 4 p.m. The bereavement outreach of St. Stanislaus Basilica is hosting this afternoon of hope and help for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Join us. Call the Ministry of Care office at 592-2786 or 594-6669 before April 17 regarding your attendance.
"YOUR KEY TO HOMEOWNERSHIP"
Chicopee Neighborhood Development Corporation presents "Your Key to Homeownership," a free workshop for the first time homebuyer on March 31, April 7 and 14 from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Chicopee Library, 449 Front St. You must attend all sessions to receive a certificate. Call 594-1780. Attending a certificate workshop is mandatory for city down payment and closing cost assistance.
FOXWOODS TRIP
A trip to Foxwoods April 9, leaving from American Legion Post 452, 37 Exchange St. at 7:15 a.m. Cost is $20. Bonus: free buffet and $20 in Keno play. For more info call Dot at 788-6835 between 4 - 5 p.m.
GRANBY
RABIES CLINIC
A rabies clinic will take place April 12 behind the Town Hall at the Fire Department from 10 a.m. - noon. Cost per animal is $15. Have dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier. If at all possible, bring your pet's last rabies certificate. Dog licensing will also be available at this clinic. Any questions or concerns can be directed to Kathy Kelly-Regan at the Granby Town Hall, 467-7178.
HOLYOKE
RED SOX-BLUE JAYS
Friends of Libraries, Jericho and Beavers Club presents Red Sox vs. Blue Jays in Toronto, Aug. 22 - 24. Reserved tickets for two games at Rogers Centre. Packages includes roundtrip motorcoach, accommodations for two nights (casino nearby), duty free shopping, free time in Niagara Falls, Canada, baggage handling and room taxes included; proof of citizenship required (birth certificate and picture ID) no passport needed. Space is limited 23 reserved seats left. Call Frank Wotton at 532-0214.
THREE DAYS IN ATLANTIC CITY
Join the Friends of the Libraries, Jericho and Beavers Club in Atlantic City. Package includes roundtrip motorcoach, two nights deluxe accommodations at Claridge Casino Hotel, $20 coin slot bonus, two breakfast vouchers, hotel baggage handling and driver tip. Space is limited. Call Frank Wotton at 532-0214.
SOUTH HADLEY
IT'S YOUR RIGHT
Do you know about Reverse Mortgages and how they can help you financially? Do you know you have a right to stay in your own home as you age and your health declines? Come learn about protecting your home, health and assets at the Senior Connection meeting April 5 at 10 a.m. Cost: $3, includes lunch. Place: Our Savior Lutheran Church, 319 Granby Rd. Reservations required. Call 533-1925.
CHURCH DINNER
The Congregational Church of South Hadley Falls will be hosting a dinner on April 12 at 6 p.m. Menu: roast pork tenderloin, salad, pearl onions and peas, couscous, rolls, brownie-a-la-mode, coffee, tea, milk and juice. Cost: $12 per person, $10 for seniors, $6 for kids (chicken nuggets and fries), payable at the door. For reservations or more info, call the church office at 539-9373. Take out is also available by reservation or to those unable to attend, we will deliver meals to South Hadley residents at 5:30 p.m.
SOUTHWICK
BUS TRIP TO CAMBRIDGE, MASS.
The Southwick Senior Center would like to plan a trip in late May or early June to Cambridge, Mass., to take a boat ride on the Charles River, have lunch at the Cheese Cake Factory and shopping. We need to know if we will have enough interested in order to book the bus. The cost for the bus lunch and boat ride will be approx. $50. Anyone interested please call the Senior Center at 569-5498.
Comedy Basketball Game
The Lions Club of Southwick is sponsoring a Comedy Basketball Game featuring the Great Harlem Rockets Comedy Basketball Team on April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Southwick-Tolland Regional High School Gym. Come watch as they take on the Southwick Lions All-Stars made up of members from the school's basketball team and other local officials. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 or call (888) 626-8188 for advertising opportunities with tickets. Proceeds will be donated back to Southwick-Tolland School System.
SPRINGFIELD
AN IEP FOR MY CHILD
Springfield Parent Advisory Council presents "An IEP For My Child" April 2, 7 - 9 p.m. at Professional Development Center (located in the rear parking lot behind the High School of Science and Technology, 1250 State St.) This workshop will take families step-by-step through the development of the IEP, including how to articulate a vision, using evaluations to write annual measurable goals and how to measure their child's progress. PAC meetings are open to the public and free of charge. Pre-registration is encouraged by calling our PAC facilitator at 787-7194.
PASTA DINNER
Spring pasta dinner and gallery readings will take place March 29 at First Spiritualist Church, 33-37 Bliss St. Pasta dinner and meatball dinner complete with drinks and dessert and John Edwards style gallery readings; $10 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. Gallery readings only; $7, 7 - 8:30 p.m. For tickets or additional info contact Linn Humel at 583-5128 or Denise St. Pierre at 238-5344.
CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR'S LICENSE PREPARATION COURSE
The Home Builders Association of Western Mass. will sponsor a six-session course stating April 16 to help individuals prepare for the Massachusetts Construction Supervisor's Licensing Exam. Sessions will take place at the Home Builders Association Headquarters, 240 Cadwell Dr. for six Wednesdays from 6 - 8:30 p.m. The fee for this course is $250 for a member of the Home Builders Association of Western Mass. and $350 for a non-member. There is an additional charge to order the codebooks through the Home Builders Association. For more info and to register, contact Sandra Doucette at 733-3126. Enrollment is limited.
OPEN HOUSE
The Cancer House of Hope, a Westfield and Springfield-based cancer support non-profit organization, will hold an Open House at the Springfield location, 946 Plumtree Rd., on April 8 at 6 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive information about free-of-charge services and programs for people with cancer and their families and friends, meet staff and volunteers and receive a tour of the House. The Open House also welcomes those individuals who work with patients and clients affected by cancer.
BRIDGE TOURNAMENT
Bridge Tournament to take place April 4 - 6 at Melha Shriner's, 133 Longhill St. This tournament will offer players of all levels a chance to compete and is sponsored by the Connecticut Valley chapter of the American Contract Bridge League. There will be new hours to play and also there will be a newcomer's game at 10 a.m. For more info contact Sally at 737-6426.
STARS OVER SPRINGFIELD
The Springfield Science Museum's large rooftop telescope will be open for public sky-gazing on April 4 at 7:30 p.m. Paul Cardone, a member of the Springfield Stars Club, will present "A Tour around the Universe." Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for children 17 and under. The Springfield Science Museum is located at the Quadrangle at 21 Edwards St. Free parking is available. For info about astronomy programs, call 263-6800 ext. 318.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOC. EVENTS
The American Heart Association (AHA), the largest voluntary health organization fighting heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases, has released their upcoming April events: April 16 AHA's National Start Walking Day Proclamation by Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno at 11 a.m. on the City Hall steps. On National Start! April 20 AHA 2008 Start! Pioneer Valley Heart Walk. Registration is at 9:30 a.m.; the walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. A light breakfast will be served. For more info call 827-0400. To register for the walk visit www.pioneervalleyheartwalk.org.
PIONEER VALLEY JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
The PVJFF presents over 30 award-winning films from around the world, plus speakers, exhibits, concerts and special events. The festival provides audiences a multifaceted exploration of contemporary Jewish culture, secular and religious life, history and politics. Films and events take place at venues throughout the Pioneer Valley. $8/general, $6/student/seniors. For tickets, full schedule, stop by the Springfield JCC, call 739-4715 or visit www.ValleyJewishFilm.org.
SOCCER SIGNUPS
All For Kids AA is looking for kids, ages four - nine, to play soccer this spring in Springfield. Signups are ongoing until April 4. For more info, e-mail all4kidsaa@yahoo.com or call 224-1124.
EGG-STRAVAGANZA AT FOREST PARK
The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center will open for the season on March 29. The zoo is open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. seven days a week, weather permitting. Adults, $6; children five - 12 and seniors 62+, $4; children one - four, $2. Train is $3. On March 29 stop by the zoo for activities and games centered around birds. Meet birds up close and personal and complete an egg scavenger hunt. For more info, call 733-2251 or visit www.forestparkzoo.org.
WESTFIELD
SCRAPBOOKING AT WSC
The Community Education Office and Learning in Retirement Office at Westfield State College are offering Scrapbooking from April 1 - May 6 on Tuesdays from 4 - 6 p.m. Register a.s.a.p. There is a fee for this course. For more info or to request a catalog, contact the Community Education office at 572-8034 or at Cheaphy@wsc.ma.edu.
ORAL HISTORY AT WSC
The Learning in Retirement Office at Westfield State College is offering "Getting Started with Oral History" April 2 and 4 from 10 a.m. - noon. This class will help you learn tips and techniques for organizing oral history projects and capturing the voices of families, organizations, businesses and communities. Register a.s.a.p. There is a fee for this course. For more info or to request a catalog, contact the Community Education office at 572-8034 or at Cheaphy@wsc.ma.edu.
FAMILY CONCERTS
First Congregational Church Family Concerts presents Paul Bisaccia, pianist, with vocalist David Giardina April 6, 3:30 p.m., 18 Broad St. On The Green. Free admission.
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