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Town Events, Nov. 19 - Nov. 26From the Reminder
EAST LONGMEADOW
holiday craft & vendor night
Nov. 29 from 5 - 9 p.m. at Mapleshade Elementary School, 175 Mapsleshade Ave. All are welcome.
BASIC RIGHTS WORKSHOP
P.L.A.C.E. (Longmeadow's Special Education PAC), Hampden/Wilbraham SEPAC, and East Longmeadow SPED PAC are jointly sponsoring a free Basic Rights Workshop, presented by Julie Sinclaire of The Federation for Children with Special Needs, on Nov. 29 from 7 - 9 p.m. at Birchland Park Middle School, 50 Hanward Hill, East Longmeadow. This workshop is designed to help parents of children in special education better understand their rights and responsibilities and provides them with the information they need to become more effective decision makers and advocates for their child. Please preregister before Nov. 25 via email (no return response will be given) to: kphillips@eastlongmeadow.org to ensure adequate printed materials are available at the workshop.
WINTER CHEERLEADING
The E.L. Rec. Dept. announces registrations for Winter Cheerleading are ongoing. Program will be held on Tues./Thurs., Jan. 3 - March 27 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Birchland Middle School. Those presently in grades 2-7 are eligible, as well as the cheerleaders from the fall football program. Come into the Office, Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. to register.
Youth Wrestling
The E.L. Rec. Dept. reminds parents that the Youth Wrestling program will begin on Nov. 27. Those in grades 2 - 8 are eligible to participate (grade 1 was listed incorrectly in the flyer). This program will run thru Feb. 14 on Tues./Thurs. from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Come into the Rec. Dept., Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. to register.
Santa's Coming!
Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. marks the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and arrival of Santa at the rotary. This event is sponsored by the E.L. Lions and the First Congregational Church. Santa will be transported to the church by the E.L. Fire Dept. and will meet each child who attends. ELHS band members will provide musical entertainment and refreshments will be available at the church.
BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS BEGIN
A new eight-week session of Beginner/Intermediate Ballroom Dance lessons will begin at the Pleasant View Senior Center on Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. Dances taught will be the waltz and the samba. Please wear leather soled or felt bottom shoes no sneakers or rubber soles advised. Sign up in the Rec. Dept., 525-5437.
FLU CLINIC
Our flu clinic has been scheduled for Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 N. Main St. on a walk-in basis. This year's vaccine will be given to E.L. seniors and residents with general health problems. Those who are allergic to eggs should not take the vaccine. The E.L. Senior Friendship Club will be having a bake sale during the clinic.
TAX EDUCATION SEMINAR
H&R Block will be providing a free service to the community on Nov. 28 @ 10 a.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center. You will get the latest information for managing your 2007 tax liability ... who needs to file a tax return, how much you can earn before your social security benefits are impacted, retirement plan considerations. Receive answers to your most pressing questions during this timely seminar.
HEALTH PLAN OPTIONS FOR PEOPLE WITH MEDICARE
A presentation will be offered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of MA on Nov. 28 @ 1:30 p.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center. It will include an explanation of Medicare, including the new Medicare Part D drug benefit. It will also show how Medigap plans and Medicare Advantage plans work with Medicare. All are welcome regardless of insurance coverage. A question and answer session will follow.
CARING CONVERSATIONS
A representative from All About You Professional Home Care will offer a part lecture, part discussion presentation entitled "Caring Conversations" on Dec. 12 @ 1 p.m. at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. The goal is to help people learn how to talk to loved ones about difficult topics, such as giving up driving privileges, accepting help or treatment, etc. Free and open to the public.
GREATER SPRINGFIELD
CHRISTMAS IN VERMONT
Christmas in Vermont at the Middlebury Inn Nov. 28-29. Roundtrip deluxe motorcoach, deluxe accommodations, three meals, refreshments upon arrival; walking village tour, visit to the Dakin Farm Store and Vermont Teddy Bear Co., baggage handling, meal and room and taxes and tips and driver tip are included. Make your reservations today by calling Frank Wotton at 532-0214. Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Plantation Inn, 295 Burnett Rd. in Chicopee.
HOME-BASED BUSINESS WORKSHOP
The Agawam Small Business Assistance Center will hold Home-Based Business workshop on Nov. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Agawam Public Library on Cooper Street. This workshop addresses the laws regarding home-based businesses with specific information gleaned from communities throughout the area. This workshop is open to residents of the Pioneer Valley. The workshop will be conducted by Atty. Abbe McLane of Feeding Hills and will help you navigate your way through all the unexpected issues that confront any new business. This workshop will be held from 6 - 8 p.m. and refreshments will be served. Admission is free, but seating is limited so advance registrations are necessary. Register online at www.asbac.net or by calling the reservation hotline at 786-0172. For more information, please contact Derek Jarvis at 786-3249 or email at derekjarv@aol.com.
THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE
The Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox communities of Greater Springfield will come together for an ecumenical Thanksgiving service to be held Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Michael's Cathedral, 28 State St., Springfield. A reception will immediately follow in the Bishop Marshall Center adjacent to St. Michael's Cathedral. All are welcome.
CANDLEPIN BOWLING
Unified Sports Program is working with the Agawam Bowl on Walnut Street to offer kids ages three - 18 the opportunity to play candlepin bowling. The program will be free to all participants but a commitment will be needed to show up each week. If your child signs up and can not attend, a call will need to be made so we can get someone on the waiting list to step in. We have 10 lanes, which will allow us to have 30 participants plus another 10 "mentors" from our college and high school volunteers. The spots will be filled on a first come first serve basis with a goal of 15 children with special needs being involved. If interested, please go to the YMCA of Greater Westfield to sign up. For more information call Steve Berube at 562-9746.
LONGMEADOW
"OUR LADY OF CHARITY"
The Knights of Columbus #5406 of St. Mary's of Longmeadow will be hosting the icon of "Our Lady of Charity," the patroness of Cuba on Dec. 1 at 8 a.m. Father Francis Reilly, pastor of St. Mary's, will celebrate a special Right to Life Mass and will lead all in prayer to Our Lady of Charity. Devotion to the Virgin of Charity dates from the 1600s when three young men found the statue holding the Infant Jesus in Cuban Waters. Charity is one of the Knight's main principals, and they encourage all to attend this special mass.
BASIC RIGHTS WORKSHOP
P.L.A.C.E. (Longmeadow's Special Education PAC), Hampden/Wilbraham SEPAC, and East Longmeadow SPED PAC are jointly sponsoring a free Basic Rights Workshop, presented by Julie Sinclaire of The Federation for Children with Special Needs, on Nov. 29 from 7 - 9 p.m. at Birchland Park Middle School, 50 Hanward Hill, East Longmeadow. This workshop is designed to help parents of children in special education better understand their rights and responsibilities and provides them with the information they need to become more effective decision makers and advocates for their child. Please preregister before Nov. 25 via email (no return response will be given) to: kphillips@eastlongmeadow.org to ensure adequate printed materials are available at the workshop.
CHRISTMAS ON THE GREEN
First Church of Christ will hold its Annual Christmas Fair "Christmas.on the Green" on Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. First Church of Christ is located at the corner of Williams and Longmeadow Streets. "Christmas.on the Green" will feature live music, a visit from Santa from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and a holiday luncheon from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Be sure to check out all the hand crafted items and home made treats. Fair proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations. For more information, please visit www.firstchurchlongmeadow.org or call 567-6287.
Teens and Tweens Wanted at Storrs Library
The Youth Service Dept. of the Philip Michael Lauro II Discovery Room at the Storrs Library will hold a meeting on Dec. 7 from 3:30 - 4 p.m. for teens and tweens grade six through high school for T.A.G. our Teen Advisory Group. The Discovery Room is looking for youth volunteers to become a part of this group. Members of T.A.G. will become involved in the planning and implementing of programs for all ages. Your ideas and enthusiasm can help create programs, book discussions and displays for the Discovery Room and its customers. The group meets on a monthly basis. Register by calling the Discovery Room at 565-4182.
GREENWOOD CHILDRENS CENTER
Please be advised that Greenwood Children's Center will be closed on Nov. 23, Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. The Longmeadow Parks & Rec. office and Longmeadow Community House will be closed on Nov. 23 and Dec. 24 as well.
YOUTH WRESTLING, GRADES 5-8
This program is designed to introduce wrestling to athletes at the youth level. Focus will be on proper techniques, conditioning and fundamentals necessary to enjoy and be successful in the sport of wrestling. Participants will receive complimentary wrestling headgear. Participants must provide their own wrestling shoes and kneepads. Wrestling will meet at the LHS Wrestling Room on Tues./Thurs. from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Program dates are Dec. 11 - Feb. 28. For more info visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160.
SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP IN NYC
Stores will be decorated and the tree at Rockefeller Plaza will be adorned with thousands of Christmas lights. There is no better time to enjoy NYC than at Christmas time. Sit back, enjoy the ride, and let us handle the driving while you plan your day. Stops will be along 5th Ave. and Times Square. Trip is scheduled for Dec. 15. Departure will be from Greenwood Center at 8 a.m., returning approximately 10 p.m. Visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for more information.
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL "CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR"
Christmas isn't truly here until you have a chance to visit Radio City Music Hall and see the Christmas Spectacular. Our seats are located in the Orchestra Section for the 5 p.m. show. There is time prior to the show to enjoy the sites and sounds of the holiday season in NYC. Trip is scheduled for Dec. 12. Departure will be from Greenwood Center at 8 a.m., returning at approximately 10:30 p.m. Visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for more information.
DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO FALCONS HOCKEY GAMES
The Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Dept. is pleased to announce discounted $11 vouchers for all ages for Springfield Falcons games during the 2007-08 season. Vouchers are good for any home game played at the MassMutual Center. $1 from each voucher sold will come back to the Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Dept. Please make checks payable to Longmeadow Parks & Rec. Dept.; credit cards are accepted! Visit www.falconsahl.com for a complete schedule. For further information, please call LPRD weekdays at 565-4160.
KARATE - SHOTOKAN STYLE
Ages 16 and up. Shotokan Karate-Do International Federation (SKIF) system includes an international standardized syllabus of kihon (basics), kata (forms) and kumite (sparring). All instruction and certification is authentic and directly affiliated with SKIF Japan, one of the largest and finest karate organizations in the world. A white karate uniform is required for class and can be ordered through the instructor. Class is ongoing every two months for adults, but sign ups are welcome anytime. Classes are held Tues. from 7:30 - 9 p.m., Thurs. from 6:30 - 8 p.m. and Sat. 8 - 9:15 a.m. at the Old Town Hall. Please visit www.LPRD.net or call 565-4160 for more information.
GREENWOOD PRESCHOOL SPOTS AVAILABLE NOW
The Greenwood Children's Center is currently accepting enrollment in their preschool program. Choose full or part time care for your three year old in our EEC Licensed, loving, nurturing program. The Center is open from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. weekdays, to meet your child care needs and boasts integrated themes and kindergarten readiness skills for your rapidly developing youngster. Call Audra at 565-4163 for information or to set up a tour today.
SPRINGFIELD
TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE
It's our second annual toys for tots drive at Pasquales Restaurant on Dec. 2 from 1-5 p.m. sponsored by Tony and Angelo Commisso. Stop by with a new unwrapped toy and make an underprivileged child happy this year at Christmas. If you are unable to make it on Dec. 2, Pasquales will be collecting toys all week prior to this event from 4 p.m. to closing Tues-Sat. Pasquale's is located at 642 N. Main St. in East Longmeadow.
HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
2007 Holiday Craft Fair Nov. 24, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 25 Parker St., Indian Orchard. Open to the public. Featuring a great variety of crafts and products from local artists. Homemade breads, pastry and soup. Lunch will be available. Handicap accessible.
THANKSGIVING DINNER
Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 21 at 4 p.m., Springfield Rescue Mission, 19 Bliss St. Volunteers 16 years and older needed to cook and serve meals rom 3 - 6 p.m. Volunteers also needed to deliver boxed meals to local elderly, disabled and shut-ins at 3 p.m. Call Julie Barnes at 732-0808.
THANKSGIVING BREAKFAST
Volunteers 16 years and older needed to cook and serve breakfast from 6 - 9 a.m. on Nov. 22 for our Thanksgiving breakfast at 7 a.m. Call Julie Barnes at 732-0808.
Easter Seals
Department of Elder Affairs, Mayflower Center is hosting Easter Seals and you. A representative from Easter Seals will be at Mayflower Center located at 1516 Sumner Ave. on Nov. 26 at 1 p.m. Topics for discussion are Who are Easter Seals? What types of services does Easter Seals provide? Registration required; call 782-4536 to register.
Springfield Garden Club's HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
On Nov. 30 the Third Annual Holiday Boutique will take place at St. Cecilia"s Church, 42 Main St., Wilbraham beginning with a sale of member-designed seasonal decorations and gifts at 11 a.m. also benefitting the Scholarship Fund will be a silent auction. A light luncheon is available followed by a program on Holiday Table Designs by six club members. Cost for the lucheon and program: $5. For more info, call Shirley LaBrecque at 599-0432.
PASTA DINNER
St. Anthony Church Women's Guild will hold its monthly pasta dinner on Dec. 5 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Cedar Hall, 375 Island Pond Rd. Menu includes homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, pastries, coffee and tea. Cost is $5 for adults, children under six free. Take out is available. For more info call Nora at 543-2455.
WILBRAHAM
BASIC RIGHTS WORKSHOP
P.L.A.C.E. (Longmeadow's Special Education PAC), Hampden/Wilbraham SEPAC, and East Longmeadow SPED PAC are jointly sponsoring a free Basic Rights Workshop, presented by Julie Sinclaire of The Federation for Children with Special Needs, on Nov. 29 from 7 - 9 p.m. at Birchland Park Middle School, 50 Hanward Hill, East Longmeadow. This workshop is designed to help parents of children in special education better understand their rights and responsibilities and provides them with the information they need to become more effective decision makers and advocates for their child. Please preregister before Nov. 25 via email (no return response will be given) to: kphillips@eastlongmeadow.org to ensure adequate printed materials are available at the workshop.
Christmas meeting
The Wilbraham Garden Club will hold their special Christmas meeting Dec. 6. The meeting will be held at St. Cecilia's Parish Center. Refreshments will be served at noon. Holiday Sparkle will be presented by Linda Ladd and Elaine DiGovanni, winners of top awards in Horticulture and Floral Design as well as being Nationally Accredited Master Flower Show Judges. Six lovely creations will be awarded to lucky attendees. The guest fee for this event is $5.
DISCOUNTED FALCON TICKETS
The Wilbraham P & R Dept. is offering discounted $11 vouchers for all ages for Springfield Falcons Hockey home games. $1 from each ticket sold will come back to the Wilbraham Parks & Rec office. Visit www.falconsahl.com for a complete schedule and stop by the WPR office tor ticket vouchers.
Advent Service and Brunch
The Women's Evening Fellowship and the Women's Guild of Wilbraham United Church will sponsor an Ecumenical Advent Service and brunch on Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. in the church sanctuary. The speaker will be Barbara Turner Delisle, M. Div. Following the service, brunch will be served for $5. A holiday concert by the Wilbraham Women's Club Choral Group will bring a joyous finish to this special Advent program. This event makes a beautiful beginning to the holiday season and is open to everyone. For reservations, call 596-2511x100 by Nov. 30.
Women's Evening Fellowship
Women's Evening Fellowship of Wilbraham United Church will meet Nov. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in the Friendship Room. The guest speaker will be Three Sisters Chocolates. Learn about the history of chocolate and enjoy some delicious samples! All women are invited. Come and bring a friend.
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