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Town Events, Nov. 5 - Nov. 12From The Reminder
EAST LONGMEADOW
LIONS CLUB WELCOMES DIRECTOR
Robert Zucker, Director of Sales, Asia for Spalding Corporation will be joining the E.L. Lions Club for their Nov. 14 dinner meeting to be held at the Elmcrest Country Club. The title of Zucker's talk is "China, Spalding & Counterfeits A micro review of a macro problem." The social starts at 6 p.m., followed by the dinner meeting at 6:30. The cost of the chef's choice meal is $14 and reservations can be made up to Nov. 12, 9 p.m. by calling 525-0270. For more information about the E.L. Lions Club or any local Lions Club, visit www.lions-33y.org.
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
East Longmeadow churches to hold Ecumenical Thanksgiving service sponsored by seven local churches: Faith Tabernacle Community Bible, First Congregational UCC, St. Luke's Greek Orthodox, St. Mark's Episcopal, St. Michael's Roman Catholic, St. Paul's Lutheran and the United Methodist. Come join your neighbors for music by Church Choirs, Praise and Thanks, A time of Sharing and a Time of Prayer. Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at Faith Tabernacle, 11 Kibbe Rd. There will also be a collection of non-perishable food for baskets to be distributed to the less fortunate.
ANNUAL CRAFT & VENDOR NIGHT
The Mapleshade School PTO is looking for crafters/vendors for its annual craft & vendor night being held Nov. 29 from 5 - 9. p.m. If interested please call Michele Martinelli at 525-9510.
RE-OPENING DATE FOR SENIOR CENTER
The Pleasant View Senior Center will officially re-open for general use on Nov. 19. Special events scheduled earlier in the month will still be held, but normal day-to-day activities and programs should adhere to their current relocation sites unless specifically notified by the activities coordinator. If you have any questions regarding your program location, please call the Senior Center @ 525-5436.
COMMODITIES DISTRIBUTION
We will be distributing commodities on Nov. 7 from 1 - 3 p.m. To qualify you must be an East Longmeadow resident of any age and show proof of need. This will be the final distribution for 2007. If you need a ticket, please call the Senior Center office @ 525-5436. No commodities will be given without a ticket.
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CLUB
The East Longmeadow Senior Friendship Club will be entertained by Liz Carter's guitar and vocals on Nov. 8 at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. Luncheon is roast beef, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peas & carrots, and sugar-free Jello for dessert. Call 525-5436 at least one day in advance for noon lunch reservations.
VETERANS' DAY LUNCHEON
The E.L. Council on Aging would like to thank our local veterans by honoring them with a luncheon on Nov. 14 with ceremonies beginning at 11 a.m. Luncheon is free for veterans ($1.75 for guests), and will be held at the Pleasant View Senior Center, 328 North Main St. The menu will be chicken w/sage stuffing, tossed salad w/rolls & butter, mashed potato, green beans and dessert. Seating is limited, so please call the Senior Center early for reservations @ 525-5436.
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 North 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. There will be no make-up date this year, please call the nurse @ 525-5436 if you need an alternative date for your flu shot.
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, how to report gambling winnings/losses, retirement plan considerations, sale of investments. 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 and Blue Shield 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.
PITCH
By popular demand, Pitch is now being held weekly at Inward Commons on Mondays. Play starts at 12:30 p.m.
WOMENS AEROBICS
The E.L. Rec. Dept. announces the second session of Women's Aerobics will begin the week of Nov. 19 for 10 weeks on M/W at 6 p.m. and T/TH at either 5 or 6 p.m. Fee is $35 for residents and $50 for non-res. (Seniors 60 and over take a $5 Discount). Classes should resume at Pleasantview by then. Please call Office to confirm this. Come into the Rec. Dept. to register.
"TURKEY HUNT"
Help us find 10 turkeys hidden in the E.L. Library! Get a clue sheet in the children's department and use the clues to track down the turkeys. Do not take the turkey! Simply write the turkey's number next to his clue and return the completed clue sheet to the children's desk. If it is correct you will receive a prize!
MUSIC TOGETHER
The next Music Together program at the E.L. Library will be Nov. 27 at 10:30 a.m. For infants - age 4. Music Together for ages 4 - 6 will take place at 6:30 p.m.
GREATER SPRINGFIELD
NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH THE STARS
The Fairview Knights of Columbus Council 4044 presents New Year's Eve with the Stars. An extraordinary evening of elegant entertainment and dancing. Join us Dec. 31 at The Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Dr., Chicopee. Cocktail hour 6 p.m. serving hot hors d'oeuvres; 7 p.m. dinner featuring tortellini soup and your choice of prime rib, baked stuffed shrimp or chicken oscar star, dessert sampler. Entertainment provided by Gary S. Jones, solo guitarist, singer and DJ and Brian Fournier of Jitterbugs School of Social Dance. Midnight champagne toast, assorted tea sandwiches, coffee and tea. Members $89 per couple; $45 sing;e Non-members $99 per couple; $50 single. For tickets and info call Donald Darcy at 534-4749 or log on to www.kofc4044.com.
SENIORNET COMPUTER CENTER
The SeniorNet Computer Center at the Springfield Jewish Community Center offers a variety of computer courses for adults. Courses are offered every month. Classes begin Nov. 5. There are openings in most courses. Please call 732-1336 for information on available spots in November and also for information regarding courses on Excel, Quicken, Genealogy, Exploring Windows, PowerPoint, Word Processing, Internet & Google, and Photo Editing. Free parking is available. For more information regarding availability and fees, please call the SeniorNet Center at 732-1336, or email sjc@seniornet.org.
HAMPDEN
ROAST PORK DINNER
Roast Pork Dinner at the Federated Community Church of Hampden, 590 Main St. Nov. 10, 6 p.m. Menu: Lobster bisque, roast pork, mashed potato, carrots, rolls, applesauce and carrot cake. Adults $12, children under 12, $5. Please call the church office for reservations at 566-3711 by Nov. 7.
LONGMEADOW
Junior Imagineers Meets at Storrs Library
Join us on Nov. 9 from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. at the Storrs Library for our new Junior Imagineers Club. Children who are in grade two and above are welcome to design, build, and display a Lego structure. Problem solving and creativity will be in play each time Junior Imagineers meets. Take our creative challenge and register by visiting the Philip Michael Lauro II Discovery Room or by calling 565-4182.
PILATES CLASSES
A new session begins for this great method of body conditioning, a favorite of the celebrities, at the Longmeadow Adult Center from Nov. 9 - Jan. 4. Beginners meet at 10:30 a.m. and Intermediates at 9:30 p.m. $40 for 8 classes. Register at 565-4150. Those interested in familiarizing themselves with Pilates are invited for an informational meeting on Nov. 16 from 11:30 a.m. - noon.
ELDER LAW WITH HYMAN DARLING
Attorney Darling will return to bring us up to date on the status of Elder Law in Massachusetts by providing us with an update on Taxes and Medicare, etc., at the Longmeadow Adult Center on Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. If you would like him to briefly address a specific topic, call Norice at 565-4150. Please register for handouts.
JOURNEY TO JAZZ
Is it swing, jazz or just something special? Join the Adult Center's jazz aficionado, Saul Finestone, at the Longmeadow Adult Center on Nov. 27 at 1 p.m. to answer that question. This session will focus on Stan Kenton and his music. All are welcome to join us.
COMPUTERS THE NEXT STEPS
Neil Nicoll has volunteered to add to our computer skills by providing instruction on how to copy and back up files, how to put photos, etc., on a CD, what DVDs are about, how to retrieve lost documents or folders and more. Meet at the Longmeadow Adult Center on Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. If you have a question you would like covered, call Norice Smith. Register at 565-4150.
MONIQUE AND THE MANGO RAINS
As part of its fall semester Kaleidoscope Series, Bay Path College brings Northampton-based author Kris Holloway to campus to discuss her memoir "Monique and the Mango Rains." The event and book signing will take place on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. in Breck Suite, Wright Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
The Rules Committee will meet on Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. in the Fire Station Community Room.
CHRISTMAS ON THE GREEN
First Church of Christ in Longmeadow will hold its Annual Christmas Fair "Christmas.on the Green" on Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Williams and Longmeadow Streets in Longmeadow. "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.
THANKSGIVING FOOTBALL GAME
Attention Longmeadow High school graduates: Just a reminder that this year's Thanksgiving Day football game against E. Long. will be played in Longmeadow at 10 a.m. This year we are hoping to start a new tradition of recognizing former Longmeadow High school football players during a half time ceremony. Former Lancer football players are invited to dust off those old jerseys and join us at center field. Please help us spread the word by encouraging former Lancers to join us on Thanksgiving. If you need more information you can call the high school athletic office at 565-4220.
SPRINGFIELD
HOLIDAY DINNER DANCE
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 45 Buckingham St., holiday dinner dance Dec. 8 at the Cedars Banquet Hall, 419 Island Pond Rd., Springfield. Social hour 6 - 7 p.m. Dinner will be served promptly at 7 p.m. The DJ will be John Hoyte from WTCC 90.7FM. Donation: $42 per person. The public is invited. For more info call the church office at 736-8567.
CHRISTMAS DINNER
Caribbean American Cultural Center, 1514 State St., annual Christmas dinner Dec. 15. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by the Caribbean Folk Singers of Springfield and a local DJ. Donation: $30 per person; children 12 and under $20. The public is invited. For more info call Vera O'Connor at 783-9824 or the office at 439-0323.
VETERANS SUNDAY
Join us in honoring our veterans at New Life Fellowship Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m., 80 Arvilla St. Refreshments following the service. For more info call 525-9472 or visit www.mynewlifefellowship.com.
PARADE OF THE BIG BALLOONS
Tower Square Parade of the Big Balloons Nov. 23. Main Street from Lyman Street to Locust Street. Step off at 11 a.m. Featuring eight helium-filled giants Cat in the Hat, Felix the Cat, Bullwinkle J. Moose, Arthur, Rudolph and more. Musical, motorized and marching contingents. Tower Square family activities 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sponsored by Tower Square. For more info call 733-3800 or visit spiritofspringfield.org.
JEWELRY SALE
Jewelry sale at Grayson House Assisted Living, 942 Gransyon Dr., Nov. 8, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Get your holiday shopping done early. There will be a wide variety of costume and silver jewelry at very reasonable prices. To benefit the resident activity fund. For more info call Pat Gelinas at 426-9868 x113.
COME DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
The Springfield Dept. of Elder Affairs proudly hosts monthly Ballroom Dances. The dances are held at the Good Life Center, 1600 East Columbus Ave., 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Our next dance is Nov. 8 with music by Richie Mitnick. Refreshments and dinner are served to fill your appetite. Come and take pleasure with an evening filled with magnificent music, to dance or just to sit back and listen. Please park at the end of Court Street in the GAR Parking Lot or use on street parking. For more information or if you have any questions please call 750-2873.
THE PARADISE GARDEN
On Nov. 16, the Springfield Garden Club's November meeting at the hall of the Wilbraham United Church, Main St., Wilbraham will begin with a tea at 11:30 a.m. The featured program, given by Marie Stella, will discuss Persian and Islamic traditions in gardening. Stella, a Charlemont resident, is a noted teacher and lecturer in the field of historic gardens. She teaches at Tower Hill, NY Botanical Garden and Arnold Arboretum of Harvard U. Her gardens are unique and may be found at the MASS Horticultural Society and the Red Cross Headquarters in Worcester. All interested persons are welcome. Guest fee: $5. For information, call 525-6957.
SILVER FOXES AND BELLES
Springfield native David Mindell will perform at the Silver Foxes and Belles meeting Nov. 14. The program will be held at the Springfield Jewish Community Center, 1160 Dickinson St. Mindell is strongly influenced by Elvis, Sinatra, Darin, the Beatles. He will perform the best of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will follow the program. For additional information, contact Miriam Pilver at 567-4917.
SHOPPING IN NEW YORK
Take a trip for Christmas Shopping in New York on Dec. 8. Bus leaves at 7:30 a.m.; be at Mom & Rico's at 7 a.m. Mom & Rico's Specialty Market is located at 899 Main St. For more info call Gina Daniele at 732-8941.
FOXWOODS CASINO & BINGO
There will be a Dec. 15 bus trip to Foxwoods Casino & Bingo. Bus leaves at 7:30 a.m.; be at Mom & Rico's at 7 a.m. Mom & Rico's Specialty Market is located at 899 Main St. For more info call Gina Daniele at 732-8941.
WILBRAHAM
POTTER PRESENTATION
On Dec. 2 in both the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services, Evangel Assembly will be hosting a special presentation by Marilyn Dean. Dean is a potter and has been ministering with clay and her potter's wheel since 1977. Her unique calling as a potter has opened doors in many churches from all denominational backgrounds where she has performed live demonstrations and shared the dynamic truths found in the Bible through the analogies and metaphors of the Potter and the clay. There is no admissions charge but a free will offering will be taken. Child care is available. Evangel Assembly is at 348 Stony Hill Rd. For questions, please call 599-1729.
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