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Classifieds . . . . 31
Education . . . . . 15
Granby . . . . . . . 18
Legals. . . . . . . . 30
Opinion . . . . . . . . 6
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Volume 99 • Number 13
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Saving
Swift
River
New trust directors
on precipice of
dam repairs
By Matthew Bernat
Turley Correspondent
PALMER – Directors of the
re-tooled Belchertown Land Trust
(BLT) coursed through their first
meeting tackling safety issues
and promising swift action for
Upper Bondsville Dam repairs.
“This dam is going to
be fixed. It’s going to
be fixed right and it’s
going to be soon.”
- WILLIAM FAY, PRESIDENT
Belchertown Land Trust
Students
explore art
with poetry
Create visual art
concepts of poems
By Aimee M. Henderson
Staff Writer,
ahenderson@turley.com
BELCHERTOWN – To any
ordinary person, old buttons,
copper wire, broken glass, scrap
wood, old material, mixed beads,
and other miss-matched odds and
ends would more than likely end
up in the trash. However, to students
at Belchertown High School,
they are gems to be used in a special
art project combining art with
poetry.
Under the direction of artistin
residence Denise Fontaine-
Pincince, art teacher Elizabeth
Teixeira and English teacher
Lori Vaz, selected classes at
Belchertown High School had the
opportunity to experience “Art
“This dam is going to be fixed.
It’s going to be fixed right and it’s
going to be soon,” BLT President
William Fay, of Ware, said at the
March 14 meeting.
The directors, all new, were
elected last month after the previous
board said it would not
See SWIFT RIVER, Page 13
Schools to use
new program
Ed Camp
By Gregory A. Scibelli
Turley Correspondent
BELCHERTOWN – The
Belchertown School administration
is touting the success of their fullday
Professional Development to
participate in a new and more interactive
program known as Ed Camp.
Ed Camp was presented to
the School Committee recently
by new Assistant to the
Superintendent for Teaching and
Learning Brian Cameron, and
deemed a new developmental
tool and something teachers can
utilize to help one another and
See CAMP, Page 12
Turley Publications photo by Aimee M. Henderson
Peter Root catches a drop of fresh maple sap from a tree that was tapped in the
Cold Spring School’s playground area.
Good to the last drop
Maple sugaring season off to solid start at local sugar shack
By Aimee M. Henderson
Staff Writer,
ahenderson@turley.com
BELCHERTOWN – Earlier
this month the Massachusetts
Maple Producers Association
(MMPA) kicked off the
maple sugaring season with
a ceremonial tree tapping in
Worthington. Officials from
Coach Higgins
still inspiring a
community
By Michelle Charron
Turley Correspondent
BELCHERTOWN – On
Saturday, June 22, the family of
Propane Delivery, Service and Installation
the Department of Agricultural
Resources (DAR) and Gov.
Deval Patrick were on site to
watch as the first drips of sap
fell from the tree. The season
wasn’t official at Cold Spring
School, however, until the kindergarteners
gathered around a
maple tree in their schoolyard
for their own annual tree tapping.
Marilyn Higgins will be hosting
a golf tournament at Cold
Spring Country Club to benefit
the Coaches Fund at Belchertown
High School (BHS). The family
is currently in need not only
of golfers for the event, but also
community sponsors.
The Coaches Fund was initially
created by the family of Marilyn
Higgins to accept monetary gifts
On Thursday, March 7 students
at Cold Spring School
were once again visited by a
very special guest, Richard
McIntire, who talked about
how maple syrup is made from
the very beginning of gathering
it from a maple tree.
McIntire, who owns and
operates his own sugar shack
See SAP, Page 10
in lieu of flowers at the time of
her passing. The money was then
given to both the BHS girls soccer
program and the boys tennis
program; the two teams Higgins
last coached at BHS. According
to Kate Higgins-Shea, daughter
of Marilyn Higgins, the family
received an amazing response,
raising more than $5,000 for
these two sports at BHS.
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See ART POETRY, Page 11
Turley Publications photos by Aimee M. Henderson
Karla Luna, a BHS senior,
uses a wood-burning tool to
decorate her piece of artwork.
Golf tournament set to benefit BHS athletics
“We figured after she passed,
we had to do something. She gave
so much to our town and so much
to our kids,” said Higgins-Shea
of the Coaches Fund, explaining
that money raised for the fund
in her mother’s memory will be
used to provide financial assistance
to BHS athletics and stu-
See TOURNAMENT, Page 12
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Quabbin Reservoir
Remembrance Ball
planned for April 27
Ware Town Hall will be
site of celebration
THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
WARE - The Friends of Quabbin will be sponsoring a
couple of significant events during 2013 to commemorate
the sacrifices of the more than 2500 Swift River
Valley residents who gave up their homes and their way
of life to make way for the construction of the Quabbin
Reservoir, which provides a viable and sustained water
supply for the city of Boston and other communities in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
There will be a 75th Remembrance Ball held in the Ware
Town Hall on Saturday, April 27. Planners are excited
about this location for its nostalgic value and similarity to
the Enfield Town Hall where the Farewell Ball was held
on Wednesday evening, April 27, 1938. The four towns
of Dana, Enfield, Greenwich, and Prescott were officially
disincorporated on April 28, 1938.
Many of they replicate the events of April 27, 1938. A
bass and keyboard duo will start off the evening’s social
hour beginning at 7 p.m. by playing music from the late
1920s through the early 1940s. After the Grand March,
which will include former residents of the Swift River
See BALL, Page 4
COMMUNITY
Turley Publications photo submitted
Saint Francis Pack 507 Cubs, their mascot Chuck E. Alligator and their
pinewood derby cars take time to pose during their fast-paced morning
at Hadley Lowe’s. March 26 is recruitment night and 507 Cubs would like
your son and you to attend for pirate fun.
Pack 507 recruits on March 26
BELCHERTOWN - What was your last
Saturday like? For Saint Francis Pack 507
Cub Scouts the Hadley Lowe’s was the
scene for the first Pack 507 test drive on
the store’s Pinewood Derby track. Cars of
all shapes, sizes and weights rolled to the
finish line accompanied by cheering Cubs,
laughing parents and smiling store clerks.
After the dust settled it was clear the 507
Cubs had some mighty fast cars for the
Metacomet Small Pack Derby.
Saint Francis Pack 507 Cubs Scouts
will be holding their pirate recruitment
on Tuesday night, March 26 at the St.
Francis parish hall on Park Street. Doors
open at 6 p.m. sharp for recruits of all
ages to come and join the fun-paced unit.
From entering kindergarten to grade 4, if
you’re a boy and want adventures of all
types, throw in with St. Francis Pack 507
Cub Scouts. Contact Cubmaster Gloria
323-0966 today. The summer program is
in place with the Big Adventure of Howe
Caverns reserved for fun and learning.
We’ll see you on Tuesday, March 26,
6 p.m. sharp at St. Francis Parish Hall
on Park Street. Come dressed as a pirate
– we’d love to have you come aboard.
DCR and anglers working together
to protect Quabbin’s resources
Turley Publications photo courtesy of Elaine Darr-Morton
Depicting ‘Classic New England’
This picture “Classic New England” by
Elaine Darr-Morton depicts a farm on Bay
Road in South Amherst, and was accepted
in the current prestigious Monson House
of Art annual Jury show. This is one of the
largest and most competitive art shows in
the region and generally less than half of
the entries are accepted. The show covers
all forms of art which will be on exhibit
four weekends from March 23 through
April 14.
Darr-Morton is affiliated with the Les
Campbell Sky Meadow Photo Gallery.
Campbell also has an accepted image
in this exhibit titled “Moonlit Valley.”
The Sky Meadow Gallery is open every
Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. and other times
by appointment. Together Campbell and
Darr-Morton conduct matting and framing
classes. For more information check out
their website at www.lescampbellphotography.com.
BELCHERTOWN - Join DCR Aquatic
Biologist Paula Packard for a program
titled “DCR and Anglers: Working
Together to Protect Quabbin’s Water
Supply and Fisheries” at the Quabbin
Visitor Center on Sunday, March 24 at
2 p.m.
Following the discovery of Zebra
Mussels in western Massachusetts in
2009, the Department of Conservation
and Recreation- Quabbin Section instituted
a program to prevent the spread of
all aquatic invasive species (AIS) to the
Quabbin Reservoir. The program included
a boat seal program for private boats
entering the Quabbin to ensure that boats
are not inadvertently spreading species
from one body to another. While Zebra
Mussels have garnered most of the AIS
attention, there are other serious threats
lurking. Packard will discuss the outcome
of this program, the results of pond
surveys and the serious threat from these
other new invasive species. The program
is free and appropriate to all ages.
Reservations for the program are suggested
by calling the Quabbin Visitor
Center at 413-323-7221. The Visitor
Center is located in the DCR Quabbin
Administration Building, accessed
through the Main (west) Entrance to
Quabbin Park on Route 9 in Belchertown,
three miles east of the Route 9/Route 202
intersection. For additional information,
please contact the Center.
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013 PAGE 3
Katelyn Coty receives prestigious internship scholarship to teach in Ghana
BOSTON – Wheelock College student
Katelyn Coty, of Belchertown, was awarded
the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship for educational
and career development for American
students studying oversees. The scholarship
funded Coty for a seven-week immersion
experience working as a junior high school
teaching intern in Kpongunor, Ghana.
The scholarship allowed Coty, a Special
Education and Human Growth and
Development/Psychology major, to apply
her classroom knowledge and fieldwork
experience. Sponsored by the Bureau of
Educational and Cultural Affairs of the
U.S. Department of State, the scholarship
encourages students to choose non-traditional
study abroad destinations. Coty
became aware of the scholarship opportunity
from Wheelock’s Center for International
Partnerships and Programs and the Student
Success Department.
“Katelyn’s passion to serve in this fashion
is exemplary and consistent with the
core values embedded in the Wheelock
mission: to improve the lives of children
and families globally,” said Dr. Linda A.
Davis, Dean of International Programs and
Partnerships.
Coty said she chose to apply for the
scholarship to teach in Ghana because it
was her desire “to experience a different
culture and understand the world outside
the bubble I live in.”
Ghana, presented some challenges
Katelyn Coty with her students in Kpongunor, Ghana.
including, different language and limited
resources yet Coty resourcefully overcame
while teaching mathematics, science, information
and communication technology, and
physical education. She learned quickly to
adapt her teaching style to best fit the needs
of her students, making use of a variety
of simple aids and illustrating concepts.
Additionally, she used natural resources
around her including aspects of Ghanaian
culture, such as the Ampe (jumping game)
Turley Publications courtesy photo
to help her students understand probability.
On weekends, Coty had the opportunity
to travel. Touring the Slave Dungeons on
the Cape Coast was a life changing experience,
giving her the opportunity to learn
about the history of the Triangular Slave
Trade where it happened. Coty shares, that
at that moment, standing in the dungeons,
she was hit with the harsh reality of the
past, hearing stories of slavery—an experience
that had more power than a photo or
book could ever convey.
Overcoming obstacles helped Coty gain
confidence in herself as a person and as a
teacher:
“Learning about this culture through
experience is much different than learning
it in a book. I was able to experience
the customs, the food, my struggles, my
strengths, and that there is hope in the
world,” she said.
In the near future, Coty hopes to be able
to return to Ghana to see how her students
are progressing and to be able tell them
how proud she is of their dedication and
hard work.
“[In the US], we are lucky to have a
form of education and people in our lives
to support us,” said Coty. “I want to take
that support and share it with my students
in Ghana. In the future, I want these students
to be recognized for their hard work
towards school and to improving their
future.”
Coty’s experience in Ghana has helped
shape her future; she now knows that she
can push herself out of her comfort zone.
With a career goal of teaching within special
education focusing on students with
social/emotional disabilities she plans to
continue her education at graduate school
in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis). In
her future classrooms, Coty plans to incorporate
her experience in Ghana as a lesson,
a unit, or a theme.
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Hope’s Place free meal
BELCHERTOWN - Hope’s Place next community meal
will be served at Hope United Methodist Church 31 Main
St., Belchertown from 6 to 7 p.m. on March 26. This free
community meal will feature traditional Corned beef and
Cabbage with Pasta and sauce as a vegetarian alternative.
Reservations are not required, so please come and share
a wonderful meal with new and old friends. Comeone and
all. For any questions you may call the office at 323 7584
or leave a message on the church web site. Someone will
get back to you.
St. Mary’s Men’s Guild
hosts dinner dance
WARE - The St. Mary’s Men’s Guild will present “The
Skidmarks” on April 13 at the Church Hall, South Street,
Ware. This is the first dinner dance of the spring season.
A pork chop dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m. followed by
dancing from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. For tickets contact the rectory at
413-967-5913 Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to noon. Ticket
cost is $17 each. Reservations must be made for this affair.
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
Local veteran will ‘Run to Home Base’ for other veterans
Third time’s a charm
James Natle
By Michelle Charron
Turley Correspondent
BELCHERTOWN – On Saturday,
May 4, local Belchertown resident
and retired 20-year U.S. Army veteran
David Vacchi will again run to
home base at Fenway Park in Boston
to do his part to raise money and
awareness for disabled veterans and
their families.
This is the third year in a row
that Vacchi, an active advocate for
returning veterans, has participated
in the Run-Walk to Home Base. The
Run-Walk to Home Base is an annual
nine-kilometer fundraiser which
begins in Fenway Park and sees runners
and walkers finishing the race
across home plate. Participants are
required to pledge to raise a minimum
of $1,000 each, which benefits
the Home Base Program. Vacchi has
pledged to raise $2,000, as he does
each year.
“This is a really worthwhile
cause,” said Vacchi, who deployed
many times during his last 10 years
of service. “I’m fortunate not to have
any combat related injuries or trauma.
Yet, as challenging as life has
been, I can’t imagine what life is like
for others who have suffered injuries
or trauma.”
Established in 2009, the Home
Base Program is a collaboration
between the Red Sox Foundation
and Massachusetts General Hospital
Belchertown, MA
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BALL | from Page 2
Valley, the Heritage Pops Orchestra
will perform music from the 1940s
to present day. A large dance floor
will be established and we may even
have some attendees dancing to the
Ragtime and Swing.
There will be a continuing slide
show, which will provide the attendees
a look back into the history of the
former towns, villages and hamlets.
This glimpse back into the past will
showcase an irreplaceable moment
in time. The photo show will include
pictures of the construction of the reservoir
from the initial razing of homes
and clearing of land to the building
of the Winsor Dam, the spillway,
Goodnough Dike, the aqueduct and
Quabbin Park.
In addition, there will be some
additional static displays of artifacts
and historical posters. Tickets
for the 75th Remembrance Ball
will be available for purchase at the
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David Vacchi stands at the door to his office at UMass, Amherst,
which displays a “Veteran Friendly” poster. The poster signifies
that Vacchi’s office is a welcome and supportive place for student
veterans to come to.
to provide clinical care and support
directly to veterans and their families
throughout New England who have
been negatively impacted by war during
their time of service. According
to the Home Base Program, in New
England alone, there are approximately
50,000 veterans who served
Quabbin Visitor’s Center located at
485 Ware Road, Belchertown and via
the mail. Mailing address: Quabbin
Reservation Administration Building,
75th Remembrance Ball, 485 Ware
Road, Belchertown, MA 0l007. The
Remembrance Ball ticket request
form and process for requesting
tickets is available on the Friends
of Quabbin website: www.foquabbin.org.
Ticket request forms will
be available at the Ware Town Hall
(Town Clerk) and at the Ware Senior
Center. The price of tickets is $ 25
per person and the price includes a
mixture of appetizers, coffee, tea,
dessert, cash bar (beer & wine) and
complimentary champagne and sparkling
water for the good-bye toast at
the end of the evening.
Some special guests willbe in
attendance. These being “former
residents” of the Swift River Valley
towns of Dana, Enfield, Greenwich
and Prescott. Friends of Quabbin
will make every attempt to assist
in Iraq or Afghanistan suffering from
traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and/or
combat stress.
“I’ve seen the impacts of what
clinical services can do firsthand
for veterans and their families,” said
See HOME BASE, Page 5
those former residents of the lost
towns logistically so they may be
in attendance at the Remembrance
Ball. Former residents of the lost
towns are asked to contact either the
Quabbin Visitor’s Center, Quabbin
Reservation Administration Building,
485 Ware Road, Belchertown, MA
01007, (413) 323-7221 or the Friends
of Quabbin, Inc. President Gene
Theroux, P.O. Box 856, Southwick,
MA 01077-0856, e-mail: ghtheroux@gmail.com.
In addition, the Friends of Quabbin
will be sponsoring four performances
of the play, “Quabbin, A Musical”.
Originally done in November 1988,
Friends will keep tradition alive by
running same on Thursday evening,
Nov. 7, 2013; another evening performance
on Friday (Nov 8) and
Saturday evening (Nov 9). A matinee
on Sunday afternoon (Nov 10) will
close the run. The Ware Community
Theatre will be an integral part of
this production.
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013 PAGE 5
BELCHERTOWN
P O L I C E L O G S
GRANBY
ON THE PROWL
The Belchertown Police Department responded to 200
calls during the week of March 11 – 17. The department
made one arrest. Those arrested appear in court at a future
date and are innocent until proven guilty.
ARREST
Tuesday, March 12
12:21 p.m. – Christopher Lopez, 26, of streets of
Belchertown, was arrested for shoplifting by concealing
MDSE and resisting arrest.
INCIDENTS
Monday, March 11
12:38 p.m. – Assist citizen on North Main Street.
2:02 p.m. – Identity fraud and larceny over $250 on Old
Enfield Road.
Tuesday, March 12
8:19 a.m. – Mental health issue on Mill Valley Road.
10:41 a.m. – Assist fire/EMS on Bardwell Street.
12:22 p.m. – Malicious destruction of property over
$250, breaking and entering for misdemeanor and larceny
over $250 on Turkey Hill Road.
Wednesday, March 13
3:44 p.m. – Assault and battery on North Main Street.
10:33 p.m. – Motor vehicle tow on Bay Road.
Thursday, March 14
2:18 p.m. – Ambulance call on State Street.
6:22 p.m. – Assist fire/EMS on Mill Valley Road.
Friday, March 15
10:14 a.m. – Assist citizen on Turkey Hill Road.
2:46 p.m. – Identity fraud on Chauncey Walker.
Saturday, March 16
2:09 a.m. – Assist citizen on Munsell Street.
6:50 a.m. – Property damage on North Washington
Street.
5:36 p.m. – Assist other agency on Federal Street.
Sunday, March 17
11:44 a.m. – Breaking and entering building daytime for
felony on North Liberty Street.
1:33 p.m. – Disturbance/verbal altercation on North
Main Street.
6:45 p.m. – Traffic stop on Daniel Shays Highway.
10:59 p.m. – Verbal argument on Federal Street.
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The Granby Police Department responded to 135 calls
during the week of March 8 – 14. The department made
two arrests. Those arrested appear in court at a future date
and are innocent until proven guilty.
ARRESTS
Sunday, March 10
4:08 a.m. – Joselyn Matow, 26, of 9 Chestnut St. Apt. 3,
Amherst, was arrested for operating after license suspension.
Thursday, March 14
9:35 a.m. – Adam C. Santiago, 26, of 8 Taylor St., first
floor, Chicopee, was arrested for operating without license.
INCIDENTS
Friday, March 8
7:13 a.m. – Caller states there is a motor vehicle off the
road, but did not hit anything.
7:46 p.m. – Mass State Police – Springfield in pursuit
through Ludlow of a vehicle with Connecticut plates that
was involved with an armed robbery. Use caution, operator
may have a weapon in vehicle. Attempt to assist at Morgan
and New Ludlow Road, vehicle crossed line into South
Hadley. Vehicle stopped by MSP in Chicopee.
Sunday, March 10
3:42 a.m. – Motor vehicle stop because MDT revealed
plates were revoked for insurance.
11:51 a.m. – Caller reports someone stole his large propane
tank; the one that heats his pool.
Monday, March 11
10:16 a.m. – Officer White reports a youth problem at
the high school.
Wednesday, March 13
5:35 p.m. – Reporting party states that she and her
husband were gone from the house on Cold Hill Drive
from 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., when she returned home she
noticed damage to her breezeway door and kitchen window.
Reporting party states she did not enter the house.
Sgt. Smith responding.
9:54 p.m. – Reporting party states that within the last
two hours his jeep was vandalize on Jackielyn Circle.
Thursday, March 14
9:25 a.m. – Motor vehicle stop for failure to inspect on
Amherst Street.
11:37 a.m. – Officer White following up on some information.
7:02 p.m. – Reporting party states that her 16-year-old
son went out to feed on Taylor Street and they don’t know
where he is now. Son located at a relative’s house.
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
OPINION
It’s finally here!
Christmas can’t come fast enough in homes where
children reside. The countdown generally begins
immediately after the holiday has past. With the
holiday coming just once a year, it can be a long, brutal
wait for everyone.
The constant questions
From where
Isit
Aimee M. Henderson,
EDITOR
of “When is Christmas?”
or “How many more
days until Christmas?”
can make the wait seem
so much longer. But, in
the Henderson household
the long awaited countdown
begins at the close
of each book sale at the
library. That’s right, my
kids can’t wait until it’s
time once again for the
biannual Friends of Clapp
Memorial Library Book
Sale. We’re lucky though
because the sale comes
twice a year, making the
wait so much easier.
In the past I’ve waited until the week before the sale
begins to tell them it’s just around the corner, but now that
they are getting older (and can read) they recognize the big
bi-fold sign on the library lawn announcing the sale. That
sign is set up pretty early on, which leaves my 6-year-old
asking “How many days left until the book sale?” Finally,
I can tell her “It’s finally here!”
On Monday night after tucking the kids into bed I told
them we’d head to the book sale on Tuesday after school
for our first look around. Generally we try to make it there
two times during the week – one being on Saturday for
half-price day. And though I know I’ve written about this
hidden gem of a sale in the past, I just can’t say enough
good things about it.
Each sale we go to we walk away with piles upon piles
of new-to-us books for such a minimal cost. There is no
where else that can even come close to providing such a
huge selection of books, priced so low. The best part – it’s
all to support our own library programs, which my family
takes advantage of a lot.
My daughter and I were recently out shopping at a local
market and there were some books on clearance. Being
the bookworm she is she was immediately drawn to them.
She almost had me convinced to buy her one, but then I
reminded her that we would be going to the book sale in
a matter of days and she would be able to get more books
for that same amount of money. Her face lit up so much
at those words - you would have thought I said we were
going to Disney World.
The snow, sleet and rain on Tuesday did not keep us
from our trip out to the library book sale either, and we’ll
be back again on Saturday. There are still plenty of selections
for you and your family, even with just three days left
of the sale. Then, the countdown begins until the fall book
sale!
The remaining hours are: Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,
Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Senior citizens will receive a 25 percent discount on
Friday. Saturday is “Half Price Day.”
FROM OUR FILES
by Cliff McCarthy
From 70 Years Ago (March 26, 1941):
AN APPEAL TO THE TOWNSPEOPLE
“At a meeting of the board of selectmen last Friday night,
a complaint was received in regard to all-day parking in
front of local stores. Limited parking signs were suggested,
but the board felt that with the cooperation of the public this
would not be necessary. It is therefore requested that people
who work in defense plants, and local workers, refrain from
all-day parking in front of the stores and leave their cars
alongside of the common. Otherwise some further action
will be necessitated.”
TO LEAD HOUR OF MUSIC
“Byron A. Hudson has been engaged to conduct an
assembly hour of music in the high school one day each
week. He began his duties on Wednesday afternoon. This
program is made possible by income from the Longley
music fund. It has been sometime since anything has been
done in music at the high school and it is hoped the these
inspirational and educational music hours will be of real
value in these crucial days. Mr. Hudson has for some years
been choirmaster at the Congregational church.”
From 40 Years Ago (March 22, 1973):
SMOKING BLAMED IN BLAZE
“Careless disposal of smoking materials was listed
as the probable cause of a fire that destroyed the home
See FILES, Page 9
Letters
Seniors need healthy meals
To the Editor:
A while back, Mr. William Korzenowski, the director
of the Belchertown Senior Center, wrote a letter for
publication in The Sentinel, in his efforts to bring more
substantial and nourishing meals to senior citizens in this
community, via the Meals On Wheels program. One of
the things he mentioned was the fact that the program as
it now exists serves meals, which are laced with chemicals,
as preservatives and flavor and color enhancers,
among other things. The following is a list of ingredients
I copied from the label on a frozen meal delivered to a
neighbor and friend for last Thanksgiving. (This is the
only meal she ever got with a list of ingredients. I think
such a list should be mandatory.):
INGREDIENTS: TURKEY BREAST SLICE: Turkey
broth and 2 percent or less of the following: Dextrose,
sugar, modified food starch, salt, sodium citrate, carrageenan,
potassium phosphate, sodium phosphate, sodium
2013 Turley Election Policy
This newspaper will print free self-submitted statements
of candidacy combined together in a special issue on April
18. All candidates running in both contested and uncontested
races are being asked to submit their statements to
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partially hydrogenated soybean oil, yeast, nonfat dried
milk, calcium propitionate (as a preservative) bread
crumbs (enriched wheat flour) semolina, salt sugar.
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celery, parsley, salt, sugar, chicken meat, chicken fat,
hydrolyzed corn protein, autolyzed yeasts extract, spices:
turmeric (color), natural flavors, partially hydrogenated
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autolyzed yeast and natural flavoring), hydrolyzed vegetable
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013 PAGE 7
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
St. Francis of Assisi Church
BELCHERTOWN - Reverend Vernon Decoteau, Pastor
of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Belchertown, strongly
encourages his parishioners to participate in the following
events of Holy Week so that they may really know the joy,
peace and happiness that their faith can bring.
The celebration of Palm Sunday will begin at 4 p.m. on
Saturday, March 23 and continue Sunday, March 24 at 8
a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Also on Palm Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
several priests will be available in the church to celebrate
the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the entire parish.
On Wednesday, March 27 the Way of the Cross will be
prayed at 6 p.m. followed by Mass at 6:30 p.m.
On Holy Thursday, the traditional “Pot Luck Supper”
will take place in the Pine Room beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to bring a food item and share this special
meal with fellow parishioners. The Mass of the Lord’s
Supper will follow at 7 p.m. in the church, followed by
adoration in the chapel until 10 p.m.
On Good Friday, the children’s Way of the Cross will
take place in the church at noon. The traditional service
of commemorating the Lord’s Passion, veneration of the
cross and communion will take place at 3 p.m. and again at
7 p.m. High School students should either plan on attending
the 2:10 p.m. or 6:10 p.m. presentation of the “The
Passion” by Joe Castillo.
On Holy Saturday the great Easter Vigil will take place
at 8 p.m., beginning with the lighting of the Easter fire outside
and the procession of light into the church. This is the
Church’s greatest liturgy inviting everyone to enter into the
great mystery of faith regarding the death and resurrection
of the Lord.
Easter Sunday Masses will be celebrated at 7 a.m., 8:30
a.m., and 10:30 a.m. Father Decoteau wishes that the joy
of Easter fill everyone’s hearts with peace and hope.
LETTERS | from Page 6
WHIPPED SWEET MASHED POTATOES: Sweet potatoes,
(sweet potatoes, water, corn syrup and sugar), mashed
potatoes, water, dried Idaho potatoes (color and flavor protected
with sodium bisulfate, citric acid, and BHA, whey,
monoglycerides, calcium stearoyl lactate, ascorbic acid,
sodium caseinate, soy protein isolate, calcium phosphate,
calcium hydroxide) brown sugar, canola oil. SEASONED
PEAS AND ONIONS: Peas, onion, butter flavor seasoning
(water, natural and artificial flavoring compounds, propylene
glycol, xanthum gum, FD&C certified color including
yellow 5), dehydrated onion.
I’ve seen supposed “dinners” consisting of three little
blueberry pancakes, two small pork sausages, and a single
small hard-boiled egg, usually on Fridays. Another Friday
favorite is a few little fish sticks, a few tater tots, and a
small amount of green beans. A moderate amount of macaroni
and cheese, and a splash of stewed tomatoes is another
regular “meal.”
Let’s get behind Mr. Korzenowski on this.
Sincerely,
John E. Doyle
Belchertown, MA
Thank you for supporting
‘Shivering Shamrocks’
To the Editor:
On March 10, 2013 the fourth annual Leprechaun Plunge
took place at Brunelle’s Marina in South Hadley. This
wonderful event is a great way to help raise money to
give to six local charities. This year McCarthy’s Pub
raised $18,609 towards our charity choice - The Shriners’
Hospital.
I would like to thank first off my wonderful team of
plungers “The Shivering Shamrocks.” They were amazing
in helping raise money not to mention braving the cold
elements this year’s plunge offered. Also my wonderful
loyal customers and friends who individually contributed
through coupon books and shivering shamrock pledge purchases
and other ways help so much in their support and
contributions. And most of all to the community businesses
Bell & Hudson, North Brookfield Savings, Attorney
Richard Maynard, DHL Investments LLC, E.S.H.D., Clark
& Sons, Williams Distributing, Commercial Distributing
Westover Auto Salvage, D&F Plumbing, Rich Walker/
Horizen Beverage, Hadley Young Men’s Club, Dunkin
Donuts King Street Northampton, Liquid Asphalt Fred
Hess Veterinarian Channel 5 and so many more. And
last but not least to Teri Nagel and First Student Bus
Company for taking all of my wonderful and excited team
to the plunge and even more fun “Winners of the Cup”
back home safely. The Shriners’ Hospital Motto “Love to
the Rescue” - Town of Belchertown friends, family and
customers motto “Family and Friends to the Rescue.” I
couldn’t thank everyone more!
Thank You,
Janice McCarthy
Belchertown, MA
PTO a great supporter
To The Editor:
The Belchertown Public Schools’ Educational Support
Professionals would like to take this opportunity to thank
the Belchertown PTO’s for their generous and much appreciated
snack gifts. Thanks to their thoughtfulness, we were
able to work through the morning while enjoying fun snack
bags. We are grateful for their effort and all that they have
done to ensure that we feel appreciated.
Our objective as Educational Support Professionals is to
provide support and assistance in educating your children,
a calling that we embrace with enthusiasm and eagerness.
As we successfully fulfill our joint mission of enriching
the lives of the children of Belchertown, please know that
we are always mindful of the PTO’s generous and appreciated
support.
Again, Thank You,
Educational Support Professionals
Belchertown Public Schools
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
Sliding into spring
Turley Publications photos
courtesy of Becki Smith
Take A Hike, Co. run by Becki Smith recently celebrated
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Vernon Lodge hosting
community breakfast
BELCHERTOWN - Vernon Lodge will hold a community
breakfast on Saturday, March 23 from 8 a.m. to 12
p.m. with an Easter egg hunt from 12 to 1 p.m. on the town
common. Breakfast is $5, no charge for Easter egg hunt.
All proceeds will benefit the Vernon Lodge Angel Fund
Masons helping children in there community. Eggs, pancakes,
and sausage will be served.
Also coming up on April 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vernon
Lodge will be open to the public anyone interested in
information on becoming a Mason is encouraged to come.
Lodge members will be there to give tours and answer
questions. The lodge is located at 1 Main St., Belchertown.
Firefighters hold
pancake breakfast
BELCHERTOWN – The Belchertown Firefighters
Association is holding a pancake breakfast on Sunday,
March 24 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Fire Department
Headquarters, 10 North Main St., Belchertown. Cost is $6
for adults, $4 for children from 4 to 12 years old, free for
children 3 years and under when accompanied by an adult.
Please park at McCarthy’s Pub or Bell & Hudson Ins.
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of Mrs. Beverly Giordano and her six children on River
Street, Sunday.
Fire Chief Louis Fuller said the state fire marshal’s
office was investigating the blaze this week. Until the
report is received, the cause will remain a probable one he
said.
The Fire Department was called at 3:55 a.m. Sunday.
Chief Fuller said Mrs. Giordano and five children were
sleeping on the second floor when the fire broke out. Two
others, one of them a friend of the Giordanos, were on the
first floor.
The six persons on the first floor escaped through a window.
The Giordano children upstairs, awakened by their
mother screams, got out through a window onto a porch
roof. One youth jumped to the ground and put up a ladder
for the others, the chief said. No one was injured.
Firefighters from Belchertown and Bondsville responded
to the alarm. Three men, Lt. Pat Menard, John Ribeiro
and Ted Fuller, went inside with air packs and dragged in
a hose to extinguish the blaze. The home’s interior was
destroyed.”
SMILING YOUNGSTERS COMPETE FOR CROWN
“What may be the happiest contest ever held in town is
under way in the elementary schools.
Involving 81 youngsters in kindergarten through Grade
6, the “smile contest” is designed to put some happy
expressions in print and get them into the April 10 Photo-
Musicale production.
Each homeroom teacher chose three top smilers, who
were photographed with their best grins forward. Semifinalists
will represent the best smiles in each grade, A top
boy and girl smiler eventually will be chosen.
High School Photography Club members, acting as
judges in the contest they helped initiate, photographed
the children this week. Photo-Musicale co-producer Les
Campbell took slides, and plans to use them in one segment
of the production.
After the contest, all photos will be made available to
parents. Top winners will get large color prints.”
From 15 Years Ago (March 26, 1998):
NEW MCAS TESTING BEGINS IN MAY
“The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System
(MCAS) standard ized tests will be administered for the
first time to grades 4, 8, and 10 this May to all public
schools in the state. The test, which has high academic
standards in written and comprehensive skills, will eventually
be mandatory for tenth graders to pass to receive a
high school diploma.
The new test will be administered over two class periods
a day for approximately three weeks. One third of the test
consists of multiple-choice questions, and the rest are short
and long answer questions which require students to communicate
not only their knowledge of the sub ject material,
but their ability to reason and write effectively.
The MCAS tests were designed by the Massachusetts
Department of Education to gauge the effectiveness with
which teachers teach, and students retain, the new state
mandated subject curricula, the Massachusetts Curriculum
Frameworks. The Frameworks outline core subject requirements
expected for students and have been available to
Belchertown faculty for approximately two years. Teachers
and administrators are now finalizing revised districtwide
curricula which integrate the Frameworks and ultimately
prepare students for MCAS testing.”
The 2012 Customers’ Choice Community Grants Winners:
Dakin Humane Society, Leverett ..........................................................................................$5,000
Northampton High School PTO, Northampton .......................................................................$4,500
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, Hatfield.....................................................................$3,700
Friends of Forbes Library, Northampton ...............................................................................$3,500
Northampton Council on Aging/Elder Vision, Inc., Northampton .......................................... $3,000
Amherst Survival Center, Amherst .......................................................................................$3,000
Friends of Williamsburg Libraries, Williamsburg ...................................................................$3,000
Easthampton Elementary Schools PTO, Easthampton ..........................................................$3,000
Lilly Library, Florence..........................................................................................................$3,000
New Hingham Regional Elementary School PTO, Chesterfield ...............................................$2,500
Northampton Survival Center, Northampton .........................................................................$2,500
Chesterfield Fire Department, Chesterfield ..........................................................................$2,500
Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Northampton ..............................................................................$2,500
Hartsbrook School, Hadley...................................................................................................$2,500
Granby High School Athletic Department, Granby ................................................................$2,000
Whole Children, Hadley........................................................................................................$2,000
Granby Free Public Library, Granby .....................................................................................$2,000
Easthampton Dollars for Scholars, Easthampton..................................................................$2,000
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School, Hadley ...................................................$1,800
Easthampton Senior Enrichment Center, Easthampton ........................................................$1,800
Friends of Hilltown Cooperative Charter School, Haydenville ...............................................$1,800
Grow Food Northampton, Inc., Northampton ........................................................................$1,800
Northampton Community Music Center, Northampton ..........................................................$1,800
J.F.K. Middle School PTO, Florence .......................................................................................$1,800
Cancer Connection, Inc., Northampton .................................................................................$1,800
Granby Senior Center, Granby..............................................................................................$1,500
Jackson Street School PTO, Northampton ............................................................................$1,500
R.K. Finn Ryan Road School PTO, Florence ..........................................................................$1,500
R.H. Conwell Community Education Center, Worthington .....................................................$1,500
Williamsburg Firefighters Association, Williamsburg ............................................................$1,200
Friends of the Hampshire County Homeless Individuals, Inc., Florence....................................$500
First Congregational Church of Hadley, Hadley ........................................................................$500
Palmer Public Library, Palmer.................................................................................................$500
Boy Scouts of America –Western Massachusetts Council, Hampshire County..........................$500
Hilltown Community Health Center, Worthington .....................................................................$500
Jewish Community of Amherst, Amherst .................................................................................$500
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CHINESE CULTURE DAY
“On Saturday, April 18, 1998, Belchertown Girl Scouts
will host a Chinese Culture Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
at the Congregational Church. This day will be the first
opportunity to earn the new Chinese American Culture
Patch, designed by Alexandra Coombs as part of her Gold
Award project. It will include Chinese food, crafts, music,
stories, and a dragon parade. All registered Girl Scouts
will receive information and registration forms by mail.
Volunteers are welcome!”
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Richard McIntire drills a hole in one of the maple
trees at Cold Spring School.
Kindergarteners gather around as Richard McIntire taps a tree.
Turley Publications photos by Aimee M. Henderson
SAP | from Page 1
in Amherst, talked with each kindergarten
classroom about the process of turning
maple sap into the sweet maple syrup that
they enjoy on waffles and pancakes.
Just like the 15 years or so prior,
McIntire met with each classroom in
the hallway outside kindergartener teach
Louise Butler’s classroom. Butler began the
program all those years ago, and had the
first class make a bulletin board depicting
the maple sugaring process. Butler, each
year, hangs up the same bulletin board. The
maple trees on it are tracings of the original
students’ arms and hands – those students
are now college aged.
As each classroom filtered through,
McIntire explained the entire process as
well as took questions from the students.
He told them, “I like maple syrup and I like
to talk about making maple syrup, and it’s
important to know where our food comes
from.”
McIntire brought along with him the
tools needed to tap a maple tree, as well
as the buckets to catch the sap. He also
showed students the tubing that is used
when maple trees are grouped together
along a hillside. McIntire explained how
each night he has to go gather the sap from
all the buckets, but the tubing makes it
much easier. He said gravity helps the sap
to move down the tube and empty into a
bigger tub.
McIntire also showed the students the
different grades of syrup. He had a small
rack of samples, all different color shades
ranging from dark to light.
“The light syrup is a more delicate taste
and the dark color has a robust maple
taste,” he explained.
McIntire said his family prefers the much
darker syrup, and his seven-year-old granddaughter
was his biggest critic so far this
year.
“My granddaughter said my syrup was
terrible this year because her mother took
some of the first syrup of the year,” he said,
adding that the syrup is much lighter in the
earlier part of the season. “As the season
goes on, it gets darker.”
McIntire said 80 percent of people tend
to prefer the darker syrup. However, the
lighter colored syrup is perfect for making
maple candies out of.
“To me, all the syrup is good. Sometimes
people can’t even tell the difference in the
grade,” he said.
McIntire started his season about one and
a half weeks prior to visiting Cold Spring
School and said it was off to a good start.
He said last year the season only lasted for
about one and half weeks for him, because
the weather started to become too warm for
the sap to run.
The best conditions for sap to run is
for cold nights and warm days. McIntire
said ideal conditions would be temperatures
between 25 to 28 degrees at night
and between 40 to 45 degrees during the
day. Once those conditions change the tree
begins to bud and shuts down producing
the sap.
During the first week for McIntire this
year he was able to make 41 gallons of
syrup.
“It’s going very well so far. We are off to
a really good season and we’ve been really
busy,” he said.
McIntire has already topped last year’s
number of just 35 gallons. A typical season
for him usually nets about 60 to 75 gallons
of syrup. He said part of the increase in
production this year is because his son is
helping out a lot more. This year McIntire
has 485 taps out on trees.
McIntire explained to the students that it
takes a long time and a lot of sap to make
just a coffee cup size full of syrup. He said
for every 40 cups of sap collected from a
A kindergartener takes one last look at the maple sap dripping into a pail.
tree, 39 of them need to boil away, leaving
only one cup of maple syrup. The first step
in the process is to drill a two-inch hole in
the side of a maple tree, add a spout and
hang a bucket or tubing. The sap, with ideal
conditions, will drip into the bucket and fill
it up. From there it is collected and brought
to the sugar shack, where the boiling process
takes place.
To students got to see first-hand the process
of tapping a tree on the same day.
After listening to McIntire explain the process,
they followed him out to their schoolyard
where he drilled into a tree. As soon
as he tapped the spout into the hole the
sap began to flow out. One by one the students
stuck their heads under the spout and
caught fresh drops of sap on their tongues.
There are approximately 300 maple produces
across the Commonwealth. In an
average year, Massachusetts’ sugar shacks
produce about 50,000 gallons of maple
syrup worth almost $3 million. The 2012
season was short, but sweet. With weather
only cooperating for a brief time, maple
producers were still able to make lots of
100 percent pure maple syrup and candies.
McIntire said Canada, Main, New
Hampshire and Vermont as still ahead of
Massachusetts in production, however
Connecticut is producing less and less.
McIntire believes it is due to the warming
trend of the seasons.
For more information on maple sugaring,
including recipes, visit the MMPA website
at www.massmaple.org.
Lucia hangs a pail from the spicket of the maple tree.
Students look into a pail catching maple sap in
their schoolyard.
Richard McIntire shows a student how the maple
sap flows from the tree.

THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013 PAGE 11
ART POETRY | from Page 1
with Poetry” throughout the month.
The new program is the brain child of
Fontaine-Pincince, who for 25 years ran a
private school and large daycare facility in
Ware. In 2005 she sold her business to pursue
her dream of working in the arts. She
graduated from Lesley University’s MFA
in Creative Writing Program with a concentration
in poetry and started combining
poetry with visual arts.
“In a way it’s my second career, but really
I feel like it’s just an extenion of my
first. I have my hands in education, which
is what I love,” said Fontaine-Pincince.
Since 2008 Fontaine-Pincince has held
solo exhibits in a number of galleries in the
area, but was more recently approached to
create a program for school-aged youths.
Last year a fourth grade teacher asked
Fontaine-Pincince if she could create a
program appropriate for that age group.
Through a Massachusetts Cultural Grant
she was able to launch the new “Art from
Poetry” program, which combines just that
– visual art with English language arts.
“Visual poetry is a natural comination. I
love both, so this is like heaven on Earth,”
said Fontaine-Pincince.
Fontaine-Pincince’s own works of art
have been on display in the cases outside
the art room since the beginning of the
month. Last week she visited the classroom
and began instructing the students on how
Carolyn Youngren, a senior English
student, talks with Denise Fontaine-
Pincince about her artwork, a tree
made of copper wire.
to create their own visual art with poetry.
The students were first tasked with writing
a poem that began with with phrase
“I remember.” From there, they were to
select a word, phrase or verse that meant
the most. The artwork they would create
would be a reflection of those words.
“I listened to 106 poems and they were
all unique and beautiful,” said. Fontaine-
Pincince.
“Visual poetry is a natural
comination. I love both, so
this is like heaven on Earth.”
– DENISE FONTAINE-PINCINCE
Nick Bertsch, a senior honor studio art
student, said experimenting with the visual
concept was new to him, but very interesting.
“This is a great opportunity to work with
mixed media in art,” he said. “This is really
new to us, especially with all the material
we can use. It’s a good opportunity to
express ourselves.”
The materials Bertsch was refering to
was bins full of unique items like buttons,
shells, puzzle pieces, bottle tops, bones,
twine, feathers, cloth, scraps of aluminum,
broken china, twigs, bark, bamboo, canvas,
lace, and so much more. The students
were also allowed to work with paint, wood
burners and carpentry tools.
Bertsch’s poem was inspired by his
grandmother and the phrase he chose to
focus on for his visual art was “I remember
butterscotch candy.” Bertsch will pursue
the arts after graduation.
Art teacher Elizabeth Teixeira said
Fontaine-Pincince contacted her about the
program and after some discussion decided
it was a good fit to the art program.
She also ivited English teacher Lori Vaz to
include her students because of the poetry
aspect.
“Some of the art students have worked
with mixed media, but not many, so this
is a good learning experience for them.
The poetry part was difficult for some of
the art students. I could see that they just
wanted to get their hands on the material
and create,” said Teixeira. “The poem was
the framework for the art – which is what
got their juices flowing.”
Teixeira said the program really “opened
doors” for the English students.
Funded by Belchertown High School,
the National Arts Honor Society, and the
Belchertown Cultural Council, the projects
will be on exhibit at the school and at the
Clapp Memorial library, and in May at
Hope & Feathers Gallery in Amherst.
Turley Publications photos by Aimee M. Henderson
Students look over all the different supplies they can use to create a unique
piece of art.
Shannen Curtin, left, explains her art choices to classmate Lily Wallace.
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Clapp library’s ‘Focus on the Future’
BELCHERTOWN - The Clapp
Memorial Library will be hosting two
focus groups in April, as part of the
Library’s long range planning process.
These “Focus on the Future” forums are
designed to gather information about
the needs and interests of town residents
and implement library services and programs
that will serve some of those needs.
Belchertown residents will be invited to
share their ideal vision of the town, looking
into the future. This visioning process
helps the library refine its service priorities
and determine ways in which the library
can contribute to achieving this future.
The first session will be held Thursday,
April 4 at 7 p.m. and will be facilitated
by former Town Moderator Joe White.
The second session will be Saturday,
April 6 at 10:30 a.m. with facilitator Peg
Louraine, Co-Manager of BCTV. Any
Belchertown resident, whether a library
user or not, is invited to attend. The goal
is to assemble as broad a cross section
of residents as possible to gain a diverse
range of thoughts, opinions, and perspectives.
Please contact the library at 323-
0417 to register for one of these sessions,
which will be held in the Library at 19
South Main St.
Turley Publications photo submitted
Marilyn Higgins (left) pictured with the BHS boys tennis team, who were the
2011 Western Mass champions during her final season of coaching tennis.
TOURNAMENT | from Page 1
dent athletes. The money can be used for
any of the different sports at BHS to assist
with non-salaried needs such as equipment,
uniforms, etc.
Marilyn Higgins passed in January 2012
after battling plasma cell leukemia, a very
rare and aggressive blood cancer. At the
time, Higgins was a devoted physical education
teacher at Swift River Elementary,
teaching in Belchertown schools for more
than 25 years. She also coached two sports
per season at BHS for approximately 20
years.
“She was as passionate as passionate
can be about sports, our student athletes,
and all students here in Belchertown,” said
Higgins-Shea of her mother. “We had to
keep her momentum going; keep her spirit
going. To us as a family, it’s the right thing
to do.”
The golf tournament will consist of a
full day of golf with included cart at the
beautiful Cold Spring Country Club, 336
Chauncey Walker Street, Belchertown.
Golfers will be provided lunch as well as
a dinner with raffle prizes. The cost to register
as a golfer for the tournament is $100,
and golfers do not have to be part of a foursome
to register. There are also a limited
number of dinner-only tickets available for
non-golfers for $30.
“We would like to have a full field of
golfers,” said Higgins-Shea. “We hope to
be able to give a sizeable donation to the
athletic department. Whatever we can do to
help those student athletes- we’ll do.”
Two levels of sponsorship are available
for the tournament. According to Higgins-
Shea, for $60 the sponsor’s name or business
name will be included on the event
T-shirt. Alternately, there are $80 tee sponsorships,
which will see the sponsor’s name
or logo displayed at a tee, as well as on the
event T-shirt. The family is actively seeking
sponsors as well as raffle prizes for the
dinner.
“It’s going to be a really fun event,” said
Higgins-Shea. “We’re already looking forward
to it. We’ve had a wonderful response
so far. I can’t emphasis enough how supportive
people are here in Belchertown.
It’s that type of community spirit that my
mother strived for and invested in.”
The tournament will take place Saturday,
June 22 with June 29 set aside as a rain
date. More information for interested golfers
and sponsors can be found at www.
coacheschallenge.weebly.com. Any questions
about the event or persons interested
in donating a raffle item can email the
family at coacheschallenge@gmail.com
or contact Chris Higgins, 413-323-5243 or
Kate Higgins-Shea, 413-323-6769.
CAMP | from Page 1
guide instruction. He said helping teachers
improve instruction was one of his
main reasons for pursuing higher administration
duties.
“I want to take my knowledge and
be a resource teachers can come to for
help,” Cameron said when he was hired
in February. “I want to help sustain effective
programming into the future for the
Belchertown Schools.”
Superintendent Dr. Judith Houle hyped
the first professional development day
utilizing the Ed Camp program as a great
success and believes it will be a valuable
to asset to helping teachers further
develop their skills. Houle says Ed Camp
is a model for professional learning that
has swept across the country.
The newer model allows teachers to
spend more time educating one another
on various topics that can be utilized
inside of the classroom as they suggest
the topics being offered. For example,
one session involved with the issue of
PinInterest, a “pinboard-style photo sharing
website that allows users to create
and manage theme-based image collections
such as events, interests, hobbies,
and more.”
More than 48 different sessions were
being offered at the professional development
day, with teachers having the opportunity
to choose to attend three different
90-minute sessions.
“The idea is the facilitators of the sessions
will engage participants in the discussion
of ideas and strategies to help us
in our work with curriculum, instruction,
assessment, and integration of technology,”
said Cameron.
Technology integration is one of the
most popular tools being explored by
teachers as they continue to find ways to
introduce different media and technology
into classrooms. Many teachers now have
smart boards that can be utilized in classrooms
all over the region. Mobile laptop
classrooms are also becoming more and
more common.
The school district also announced
recently they will likely become part of
the MassBroadband123 network, bringing
high-speed Internet to school buildings
at a similar cost to what they are
paying now.
Houle showed another session held
in the elementary schools involved the
effective use of “centers.” Centers have
become more commonplace in many elementary
classrooms as they are spaces in
the rooms that are dedicated to specific
themes, such as dramatic play or focused
on a specific holiday, such as the recent
St. Patrick’s Day.
Houle said feedback from the faculty
thus far has been very positive and the Ed
Camp will likely continue to be utilized.
The sessions were mostly taught “inhouse”
and involved very few outside
instructors. Teachers were allowed the
liberty of choosing what sessions they
felt would be most useful to them in their
own development.
The Ed Camp for Belchertown teachers
is a huge change from the typical
sit-down and listen type of lectures that
are often utilized in professional development.
Like the evolution of classrooms
with a more interactive approach, so is
the Ed Camp.
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The Steeple
NOTE: This section
is for listings of local
church services, provided
by the church. To send
your worship schedule
to appear in this section,
please email it to Editor
Aimee M. Henderson at
ahenderson@turley.com
or mail to P.O. Box 601,
Belchertown, MA 01007.
Belchertown United Church
of Christ (BUCC)
On the common at 18 Park St, Belchertown
BUCC is an open and affirming church
welcoming all God’s people! Service is
Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. and is a blended
experience that features traditional and
contemporary elements. Communion is
shared on the first Sunday of every month.
Ministries include: Helping Hands Food
Cupboard, Loaves and Fishes, Domestic
Abuse Support Group, Prison ministry,
Military support group, Project New Hope,
GLBT Friendly, BINGO, CROP Walk,
Relay for Life, BUCC’S PLAYHOUSE.
Visit us on the web at www.belchertownucc.org
and on Facebook at Belchertown
UCC. You can contact us at 413-323-7442
or send us an email at belchertownucc@
yahoo.com. BUCC – serving Jesus (and
taco salads) since 1737!
Hope United Methodist Church
31 Main St., Belchertown
Come join us at Hope United Methodist
Church “on the common” Route 202, 31
Main St., Belchertown. Sunday School is
for all ages, pre-school to adult from 9 to
9:45am. Sunday Worship Service is at 10
a.m. with Fellowship time immediately
following the service. Bible Study is on
Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Hope’s Place, “A
Free Meal” is held on the fourth Tuesday
of the month at 6 p.m. Our Mission:
Guided and empowered by the Holy
Spirit, our mission is to know God, experience
and share God’s love as shown to
us in Jesus Christ.
Contact information: Hope United
Methodist Church, P O Box 933,
Belchertown, MA 01007-0933 ; Email:
btownhopeumc@gmail.com or visit us
on the web at www.HopeBelchertown.org
or call the church office 413-323-7584.
St. Francis of Assisi Church
24 Jabish St., Belchertown
Mass is held every Saturday at 4 p.m.
with Confessions from 3 to 3:45 p.m.
On Sunday, Masses are on 8 a.m. and
10:30 a.m. Televised Mass every Sunday
at 4:30 p.m. on local cable Channel 5.
Morning Mass is offered at 8 a.m. in
the Chapel Monday through Thursday
and on the first Friday and Saturday of
the month at 8 a.m. Also, on a weekly
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the Chapel from Monday to Wednesday
8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Thursday evenings
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repair the dam in lieu of a $500-a-day fine
imposed by the state, which threatened to
bankrupt the trust. It went into effect Aug.
3, 2012.
Recently, legislators awarded the private
trust a $354,000 grant to be used for
repairs, a first in Massachusetts. The new
board is working to navigate the situation.
The primary order of business is a highly
visible safety feature. The river lacks warnings
for boaters as they approach the falls.
Fay said buoys must be strung across the
water before the dam. He noted concrete
blocks are located a safe distance before
the drop to anchor a line of barrels with
rope and steel cable, providing a barrier/
warning.
The project’s cost is estimated at $251.
Fay offered a tentative April deadline for
completion. Warning signs add another
layer of protection, he said.
The meeting’s other focus - legal issues
surrounding the trust’s management of the
site, which once housed the Bondsville
Duck Mill. The area is contaminated with
hazardous waste, coal ash mostly. The substance
contains heavy metals.
The dam and former mill pose liability
hazards, Attorney Daniel Beaudette, of
Belchertown, said.
Beaudette is a founding member of the
Belchertown Land Trust. He is no longer
on the board, but offered service (and
knowledge) as a contract employee.
The dam must be labeled as hazardous,
he said. There are fences and signs preventing
people from free access. However,
“attractive nuisances” must be addressed to
limit liability.
“You’ve got to maintain some diligence
on this property,” Beaudette said.
Grant money should help in that area,
he said. However, the state funding put the
trust into uncharted territory.
“There’s not a lot of activity to save
dams for private owners,” Beaudette said.
The grant gave money for repairs but that’s
“the first time it’s happened,” he said.
Usually, municipalities own dams. A city
or town borrows money for improvements.
Increased taxes then bridge the difference,
he said. Private organizations, such as the
land trust, have nothing to borrow against,
Beaudette said.
Though, state officials did approve the
grant. The trust might leverage that fact
into additional funding, he said. It’s uncertain
though.
Board members also discussed the possibility
of cleaning up debris found on other
trust properties; securing grants for heavy
metal cleanup through the Environmental
Protection Agency at the former mill site,
and renaming the trust, chief among them.
Board members said a new name should
reflect the three towns affected by the
dam’s future. Residents of Belchertown,
Palmer, or Ware may now serve as directors.
Previously, director positions were
available only to Belchertown residents. No
new name has been voted upon yet.
The next meeting of the land trust will
be Thursday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at the
Bondsville Fire Department.
Christ Community Church
1255 Federal St., Belchertown
Christ Community Church is an
evangelical Christian church, serving
Amherst, Belchertown, Hadley, Granby,
Palmer and the surrounding towns since
1886. Located at 1255 Federal Street in
Belchertown, we hold Sunday services at
8:45am and 11am, with Sunday School
at 10am. Inquiries can be directed to
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St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
4080 Main St., Thorndike
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church invites
you to join them for Eucharistic Service
the first Sunday of the month at 9 a.m.
and Morning Prayer Service the remaining
Sundays of the month at 9 a.m. All
are welcome to coffee hour following
services.
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1st to 8th grade are encouraged to participate. Beginners are welcome. Please visit the
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
Boy Scout tackles bugs with bats
Eagle Scout project hopes to reduce
mosquito population, viruses
By Michelle Charron
Turley Correspondent
James Desjardins begins construction of the bat
houses with fellow Scouts.
BELCHERTOWN – At a time when most people are
not thinking about mosquito season just yet, Troop 57 Boy
Scout James Desjardins is. Desjardins, who hopes to attain
the rank of Eagle Scout this spring, is currently working
on a project that he hopes will benefit the community by
reducing the mosquito population, and therefore the spread
of viruses such as West Nile and EEE. He’s inviting bats to
make Belchertown their new home.
Desjardins has been working with family and fellow
Scouts from Troop 57 to construct nine bat houses as part
of his Eagle Scout project. Once completed, eight of the
bat houses will be hung in four conservation areas in town
and one will be hung on the town common.
“I wanted to do something significant that would help
out the community,” said Desjardins of his project. “I
wanted to do something that would have a lasting impact.”
Desjardins said he learned a lot about bats while working
at the Lupa Zoo last summer. He explained that talking
about the bats with another scout leader, Wally Lupa,
helped to inspire the idea for his Eagle Scout project.
According to Assistant Scoutmaster and father, Jim
Desjardins, James felt the bat houses could be quite beneficial
to the community after seeing the large impact last
year’s mosquito population had on Belchertown during the
summer and early fall. At that time, many sports and other
outdoor activities were cancelled indefinitely. Even the
town fireworks display was called off due to threats of EEE
and West Nile virus.
Jim Desjardins acknowledged that the bat houses may
not have an immediate effect this summer, but hopefully
they will help combat the mosquito population over time.
He explained that his son, working in conjunction with
the Conservation Committee, is attempting to promote bat
health and increase the bat population. The common brown
bat can eat up to 1,500 mosquitoes in one evening.
Unfortunately, bats in New England are currently facing
a silent killer called white nose syndrome. Jim Desjardins
explained that white nose syndrome is a fungus that gets
onto the wings and skin of bats and then disrupts their
hibernation cycle over the winter months. The bats become
more wakeful during hibernation, depleting energy stores,
causing them to be frail when they do come out of hibernation.
The Eagle Scout project attempts to give the bats a
safe, clean environment in which to live, thereby increasing
the bat population and subsequently decreasing the
mosquito population.
“There’s no guarantee, but we hope it’s going to help the
town eventually,” said Jim Desjardins.
According to Jim Desjardins, the bat houses are constructed
of cedar with grooves cut into them so the bats
can easily climb up into the houses. The bat houses do
not have a bottom, allowing bat droppings to fall out onto
the ground where they can naturally dry up. All the bat
houses will face southeast, in order to take advantage of
the morning sun, which will warm up the houses each
day. The houses will be hung at least 15 feet up, near open
spaces and water, where bats often fly. Though there is no
guarantee the bats will inhabit the houses, the scouts have
certainly done their research in order to make the houses as
desirable as possible to the bats.
Aside from helping to construct the bat houses, James
Desjardins must also show leadership and accountability as
Turley Publications photos submitted
Scout James Desjardins with one of his collection
cans, which can be found at Checkers and
McCarthy’s Pub.
part of his Eagle Scout project. James Desjardins said this
has proved to be the most difficult part of the project for
him, describing the task as “hectic.” He explained that he
is responsible for directing, leading, and writing directions
for hanging the bat boxes, which will be hung by fellow
Scouts in the troop on March 24 before the start of mosquito
season.
Additionally, raising money to complete the project has
also proved difficult. James Desjardins explained that the
lumber alone cost $270, and he has already paid out of
pocket for some of the costs. Subsequently, he has placed
an information sheet and collection can at both Checkers
and McCarthy’s Pub in hopes that the community can
assist in defraying the cost of building the bat houses.
“I’m proud of this,” said James Desjardins of his Eagle
Scout project, regardless of cost, which he hopes will have
a lasting positive impact for the Belchertown community.
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Classroom calendar
Thursday, March 21
• CSS, kindergarten registration, 4 to 8 p.m.
• SRE School Council meeting, principal’s office at
3:30 p.m.
• JBMS, seventh and eighth grade MCAS – ELA
Reading Comprehension
• BHS, MCAS – English
• BHS, spring concert 7 p.m. – VM Auditorium
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EDUCATION
Friday, March 22
• JBMS, seventh and eighth grade MCAS – ELA
Reading Comprehension
• BHS, MCAS – English
Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23
• BHS, Volleyball Lock In
Monday, March 25
• BHS, School Council meeting, 5 p.m. at BHS Library
Tuesday, March 26
• School Committee meeting at SRE Library, 7 p.m.
• CSS, School Council 3:30 to 5 p.m. - school office
• JBMS, School Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in
principal’s office
Wednesday, March 27
• SRE School Banking Day
• JBMS Band - Spring Concert at BHS auditorium
at 7 p.m.
Thursday, March 28
• JBMS, seventh grade MCAS - ELA Composition
make-up
• BHS, MCAS ELA Composition make up
Friday, March 29
• Good Friday, no school
BELCHERTOWN - The Belchertown Fire Department
visits Chestnut Hill Community School annually to educate
students about fire prevention, as part of the SAFE
program.
Each time the firemen visit they have a presentation for
each classroom in fourth and fifth grade at CHCS. The fire
department gave each student the opportunity to participate
Turley Publications photo submitted
Members of the Belchertown Fire Department are joined by contest winners from fourth and fifth
grade at Chestnut Hill Community School.
Students learn fire prevention at CHCS
in a contest that was a follow-up to the in class presentation.
The top winner from each class received a coupon for a
family of four to have breakfast at the Fire Department’s
pancake breakfasts, while the runner’s up, each received a
coupon for their individual free breakfast. Congratulations
to all winners, and enjoy your free breakfasts!
BELCHERTOWN SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS
COLD SPRING AND SWIFT RIVER SCHOOLS
Students may choose between school lunch or grab and go each day. Grab and
Go’s for the month of January include: Mondays: cereal, 4 ounces of juice, one ounce of
American cheese, package of whole wheat goldfish and 4 ounces of yogurt, Tuesdays:
bagel with cream cheese, jelly, four ounce lowfat yogurt, turkey roll-up, Wednesdays:
yogurt parfait (made with six ounces of lowfat yogurt, granola and fruit), with twopack
of goldfish cookies, Thursdays: ham and cheese on whole wheat roll, package
of whole wheat snacks, four ounces of 100 percent juice, Fridays: cereal, cheese stick,
yogurt, four ounces juice, package of graham crackers. All grab and go’s come with veggies,
fruit and milk.
Monday, March 25: Sea shell pasta, cheese, marinara sauce, corn, green beans,
pears, yogurt, milk
Tuesday, March 26: popcorn chicken, sweet potato, cranberry sauce, whole wheat
roll, green beans, mixed fruit, milk
Wednesday, March 27: Pancakes, sausage, syrup, cucumbers, baby carrots, cup of
strawberries, milk
Thursday, March 28: Chicken pattie on a whole wheat roll, lettuce and tomato, mixed
vegetables, carrots, potato rounds, peaches, milk
Friday, March 29: No school – Good Friday
CHESTNUT HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOL
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one ounce of cheese stick and a four ounce yogurt. The alternative also comes with all
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Monday, March 25: Shepherd’s pie or roasted chicken, mashed potato with green
beans, cranberry sauce, fresh fruit, apple crisp, milk
Tuesday, March 26: Scrambled eggs, pancakes, syrup, sausage, baby carrots, celery
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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
Sixth-grade Winter Concert entertains
By Michelle Charron
Turley Correspondent
BELCHERTOWN – On Wednesday,
March 6, the Chestnut Hill Community
School (CHCS) sixth-grade band and
chorus performed to a full house at the
CHCS auditorium. The Winter Concert
was the second concert of the school year
for the students, and included something
for everyone with selections from different
musical genres such as classical, rock,
jazz, pop, and movie soundtracks.
With the American flag perched to the
side of the stage, the audience rose to
their feet as the sixth-grade band kicked
off the concert with the “Star-Spangled
Banner.” The chorus then performed a
four piece arrangement led by Chorus
Director Josh Guerraz, featuring two songs
from the “Hunger Games” soundtrack, as
well as “Amazing Grace” and “We Shall
Overcome.” The arrangements featured
the beautiful voices of several soloists and
the chorus as a whole could be described
as nothing less than angelic. It was clear
that these sixth-graders have been working
very hard this school year.
The band, led by Band Director Jason
Mosall, then performed a three piece
ensemble of “Easy to Enjoy,” “Sakura,”
and “Louie Louie.” Though not listed on
the concert program, the band also threw
in “Star Wars Revenge of the Sith,” at
Turley Publications photo by Michelle Charron
French horns play “Star-Spangled Banner” during the sixth grade Winter
Concert held at CHCS.
the end of the concert, which the band
performed very well despite a lot of moving
parts to the composition. Overall the
concert was entertaining and a testament
to the time and hard work put in by the
student musicians so far this school year.
Upcoming events for the sixth-grade
band include the Music in the Parks competition
field trip on May 3 and a showcase
concert at CHCS gymnasium on May
17 at 6 p.m. For those with new musicians
in the house, the fifth-grade band will give
a concert performance on May 22 at 7 p.m.
at CHCS auditorium.
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BELCHERTOWN - The Belchertown
Public Schools Integrated Early Childhood
Program is inviting families to register
their three and four year old children to
be role model peers. To be eligible, students
must be three- or four-years-old on
or before Sept. 1, 2013. Applications for
the role model peers are now available at
Student Support Services in Central Office
located at 14 Maple St., Belchertown. The
applications can be picked up Monday
through Friday between the hours of 7
a.m. and 2:45 p.m. All applications are
due to Student Support Services on or
before April 2.
Should the number of applications
exceed the number of open spaces, a lottery
system will be used. The lottery will
be organized to select age appropriate
children from the community to attend
the Integrated Early Childhood Program
if there are more interested families than
there are openings. If necessary, the lottery
for role model peers will be held on
Friday, April 5. Eligible students not chosen
for the program through the lottery
system will be added to a waiting list.
If you have any questions, please call
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Belchertown Senior Center
Welcome spring wreath
Monday, March 25
Head to the Belchertown Senior Center on Monday,
March 25 at 10 a.m. A great spring wreath with Susan
Shea-Bressette made from fun fur, a base and some cute
little daisy appliqués. Cost is only $3. Call today to sign
up 323-0420.
Wal-Mart trip
Friday, March 29
Have the senior center van pick you up from home to
shop at Wal-Mart or Big Y in Ware. Door to door service
for $3 round trip! The next trip will be Friday, March 29.
Call Kim at 323-0420 for details/schedule.
Fuel assistance information
If you have applied for fuel assistance this season and
you have not heard if you have been approved, please call
Phyllis Slate at the center. She will be able to contact the
fuel assistance program to find out information and your
status.
Veteran’s Agent Coffee Hour
Thursday, March 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Have you met Ray Janke, Veteran’s Agent for
Belchertown? This is a great time to stop down and meet
Ray and find out what benefits are available to you. Do
you have a gripe? We’ll share with Janke and maybe he
can help. Just want a good cup of coffee and a snack well
this is the place to be! The fourth Thursday of the month at
10:30 a.m. Janke will be at the senior center with a bag full
of tricks! Join us for a morning of a round table discussion
and a pocket full of information. Janke will still be at the
center on the third Thursday of each month for individual
questions and answers.
Know the 10 signs of Alzheimer’s
Thursday, March 28
As we age, there can be changes to our memory. Yet,
memory loss or behavior changes severe enough to disrupt
daily life are not a typical part of aging. Joine Melissa
Grenier, LCSW and Program Coordinator the Alzheimer’s
Association on Thursday, March 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Knowing the 10 warning signs can determine if it’s
important to speak to your doctor and get a diagnosis for
SENIORS
yourself or someone you care about. Join us to learn the
“10 Signs” because early detection matters!
TRAVEL CLUB:
The Travel Club desk is open Monday through Friday
from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by for information or to book
your trip. Trips are open to the general public. Stop in and
check out the trip itineraries.
Elvis in Blue Hawaii and Las Vegas Review Starring
Brian Weldon on Thursday, June 13 for $62.
Foster’s Down East Clambake with shopping in Kittery
on Tuesday, July 16 for $75.
Pilgrim Bellewith Lunch at Isaac’s on America’s
Waterfront and Flax Pond Cranberry Farm on Tuesday,
Aug. 20 for $68.
Penn Dutch Show Stopper featuring “Noah” and “How
to Succeed in Business” from Oct. 16-18. Prices from
$391.
DAILY ACTIVITIES:
Thursday, March 21: 9 a.m. computer, 9:30 a.m. Pitch,
9:30 a.m. oil painting, 10 a.m. Osteo, 10 a.m. computer, 10
a.m. Old Timers, 10 a.m. crafts with Sue and the Chordials,
10:30 a.m. veterans agent, 12:30 p.m. Bingo, 1:30 p.m. Tai
Chi, lunch: pork chop
Friday, March 22: 9:30 a.m. Yoga, 9:30 a.m. Pitch, 9:30
a.m. Knitting, 1 p.m. Nickel Nickel, 1:30 p.m. Tooth Fair
appointments, 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold, lunch: broccoli and
cheese fish
Monday, March 25: 10 a.m. Osteo, 10:30 a.m. R.
Amador, RN, 11:30 a.m. Bridge, 11:45 a.m. Yoga, 12:30
p.m. Wii Bowling, 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot, 2 p.m. Flex
and Tone, lunch: chicken tetrazzini
Tuesday, March 26: 9 a.m. craft group, 9:30 a.m. Pitch,
10 a.m. Computer, 10 a.m. Osteo, 10 a.m. Chordials, 12:30
p.m. Bingo, lunch: Spanish rice with beef
Wednesday, March 27: 9 a.m. quilting, 930 a.m. Flex
and Tone, 10 a.m. Eddie C., 10 a.m. Bridge, 10 a.m. Osteo,
11 a.m. Flex and Tone, 12:30 p.m. Downtown Abbey,
lunch: chicken patty
Granby Senior Center
DAILY ACTIVITIES:
Wednesday, March 20: 9:15 a.m. Council on Aging
Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m. Hospice Life Care Program,
lunch at noon: roast turkey with gravy, 10 p.m. Fun Cards
Thursday, March 21: 10 a.m. Osteoporosis Exercise
Class, 10 a.m. SHINE by appointment, lunch at noon: spaghetti
and meatballs, 1 p.m. line dancing
Friday, March 22: 9 a.m. Cribbage Group-New
Members Welcome, 11:30 a.m. Rep. John Scibak, lunch
at noon: macaroni and cheese, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Matter of
Balance
Monday, March 25: 10 a.m. Osteoporosis Exercise
Class, lunch at noon: salisbury steak with gravy
Tuesday, March 26: Lunch at noon: barbecue chicken,
12:30 p.m. Quilting and Needle work-new members welcome,
1 p.m. Shopping at Target and Hadley Shops
Wednesday, March 27: 9 a.m. Newsletter Assembly
Day, volunteers needed, lunch at noon: meatloaf with
gravy, 1 p.m. Fun Cards
LUNCH SITE:
Lunch is served daily at noon. Reservations must be
made by noon the day before. The suggested donation is
$2.25 for people over 60. Call 467-3239 for reservations.
Transportation is available.
PROGRAMS:
A Matter of Balance- Managing Concerns About Falls:
Granby Senior Center, Fridays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. – March 8,
22 and 29, April 5, 12, 19 and 26. Transportation provided.
Call 467-3239 to pre-register or for more information.
The Granby Council on Aging and Hospice Life Care
present “The Conversation Project” on Wednesday, March
20 at 11:30 a.m. at the Senior Center. One conversation
can make all the difference. Eighty two percent of people
say it’s important to put their wishes in writing 23 percent
have actually done it. Call 467-3239 to pre-register or for
more information.
Representative Ellen Story will be at the Senior Center
on Friday, March 29 from noon to 1 p.m. to meet with
Granby residents.
Pack 57 spring round up
BELCHERTOWN - Pack 57 Cub Scouts will hold their
Spring Round-up on March 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. Please
join us to ask questions, see some examples of what we
do and who we are, and try an activity with a few scouts.
We will be meeting at the Belchertown United Church
of Christ at 18 Park Place in the Parish hall. If you have
been wondering about scouting, now is the time to
come and ask! If you have further questions please call
Heather Ferrier-Bacon at 323-9884.
St. Mary’s Lenten services
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THORNDIKE - St. Mary’s Episcopal Church,
Thorndike welcomes you to join them in their Lenten
Services this season. St. Mary’s will be celebrating
Palm Sunday Service at 9 a.m. on March 24 and with Fr.
Bob Williams, Good Friday will be celebrated with an
Evening Prayer Service at 5:30 p.m. on March 29 and
Fr. Bob Williams will be celebrating Easter services at
9 a.m. on Sunday March 31. Come and rejoice in the
resurrection.
Open state, mic night
BELCHERTOWN - The Belchertown United Church
of Christ (Park Avenue, Belchertown), will be hosted
an Open Stage/Open Mic night on Friday, April 5, at
7 p.m. in the church. Interested musicians can contact
Chuck Myers at 413-687-4965 for details, and should
arrive at 6:30 p.m. so that a performance schedule can
be arranged. A donation of $5 is suggested for those
attending.
Basic firearms safety course
CHICOPEE – A basic firearms safety course will be
held Saturday, March 30 at the Knights of Columbus,
460 Granby Roa, Chicopee. Class is from 8:15 a.m. to
2:45 p.m. The cost is $85 per person which includes
light refreshments and lunch. This class is a prerequisite
for those wishing to apply for a license to carry or FID
card. Class size is limited. First come, first serve. Last
date to reserve a spot is March 23. Please contact the
course instructor, Kevin Joslyn at 543-3505.
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Men cooking up benefit dinner
GRANBY - The Granby Music Parents
Association will hold its fifth annual Men
Who Cook benefit dinner on Saturday,
March 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. A special
appetizer reception will take place from 4
to 5 p.m. for anyone who pays for tickets
by the March 15 deadline.
For five years, Men Who Cook has
offered the community a great evening
with great food, great music, and great
company. Showcasing the culinary talents
of more than 25 Granby men, this is an
occasion for the entire family. A pre-paid
benefit ticket includes an all-you-can-eat
buffet sampling of all the men’s offerings,
dessert, and drinks. Granby Music
students will perform throughout the evening.
Men do the cooking and serve the
food, but women still run the event and
the kitchen. How else could the guys get
anything done? Cooks receive two complimentary
tickets, one for themselves
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and one for a guest.
The GMPA’s goal is to sell 400 tickets
and raise at least $3,000 to offset the purchase
of a full set of concert timpani for
the high school band. Previous dinners
have assisted in purchasing more than
$11,000 worth of musical instruments,
paying for a band trip to Washington, DC,
purchasing new Granby Music uniform
shirts, and participating at UMass Band
Day at Gillette Stadium.
Tickets are free for ages 4 and younger,
$7 for ages 5 to 12, and $15 for ages 13
and older. There is a $40 maximum for a
family. A family is considered one or two
parents and their children. Checks should
be made out to GMPA.
For more information about Men Who
Cook, contact Kim Sarnacki at 413-467-
9793 or Sharon Bail at 413-467-7833 or
visit www.facebook.com/GranbyMusic/
Events.
GRANBY
Snuggle time at
the library
GRANBY - Snuggle Time Lapsit at
the Granby Library will take place on
Wednesdays April 17, 24, May 1 and 8 at
10:30 a.m. It is the perfect time to bond
with your baby and make new friends.
Pre-register for the four-week series by
contacting the library.
Read, sing and learn fingerplays in 20-
minute sessions with your baby. Spend
time playing and interacting with other
adults and babies afterwards.
Baby lapsit times are designed to
encourage early literacy development in
very young children from 4-18 months.
One adult lap per bay is required! Space
is limited.
Lifelong Learning Center
1455 N. Main St., Third Floor, Palmer
(413) 283-2329
Website: www.topfloorlearning.org
NEW! HIGH SCHOOL TUTORING
Is your high school student in need of a Reading, Writing or Math tutor?
Call our Director of Adult Literacy to discuss how we can help. (413) 283-2329
SURVIVORS' BRIDGE
This group is for women who are or have been affected by domestic violence.
Community funding enables Survivors' Bridge members to take
FREE classes in computer instruction, math, reading and journal writing.
Top Floor Learning also provides referrals to a support group.
ADULT LITERACY PROGRAMS
Reading/Writing/Math and ESL
Volunteer Tutors ALWAYS Needed!
Reading, Writing, Math
One to One Tutoring
This individualized program centers
on the needs and goals of learners in
reading, writing, and math.
English as a Second Language
One to One Tutoring
For learners of English who speak
NO English or very little English
Book discussion
group meeting
GRANBY - Girls Night Out! book discussion
group, an adult book group, will
meet to discuss the book “Lucia, Lucia”
at the Granby Public Library. Read the by
Adriana Trigiani then join the group on
March 28 at 6:30 p.m.
About the book:
Lucia is the only daughter in an
Italian/American family in the 1950s.
She’s an accomplished seamstress and
works in a famous department store in
New York City. Engaged to her childhood
sweetheart she learns that her family
expects her to marry and quit her job
to stay home. Luci has other ambitions.
The author draws strong characters and
pulls you in to Lucia’s friendships and
relationships with her family.
English as a Second Language
Conversation Classes
For learners at an Intermediate or Advanced
level who would like more opportunities
to converse in English.
Classes January 22- May 28
Tuesdays, 10 am - 12 noon
$95.00
ESL Volunteer Tutors Needed!
Citizenship
For learners of a second language
who would like to become U.S. Citizens.
NEED TO TAKE THE GED?
Top Floor Learning provides a complete package of GED services
for adults who are 16 or over and who have left high school.
GED Official Half-Length Practice Test (FREE)
Call Gail at (413) 283-2329 to make an appointment.
CONDUCT YOUR BUSINESS HERE!
Does your business need a nearby training center or meeting space?
TFL facilitates: • Meeting space • Wired computer lab, seats 8 plus instructor
station. LCD projector and screen available. Full suite of Microsoft 2010
software installed • Kitchen facilities • Wifi available throughout the space
Wide range of morning, afternoon and evening hours available.
Fees begin at $30/hour. Free parking included.
For more information on the above programs,
call the Director of Adult Literacy at (413) 283-2329.
Turley Publications photo submitted
This jewelry is on sale at the Granby Library to benefit the new library.
Teens create jewelry to
help furnish new library
GRANBY - Beautiful beaded bracelets
for a good cause are available at the Granby
Library, Center Pharmacy, The Walk In
Closet Boutique and Kev’s Barnyard Flea
market all in Granby. Pick up a one of a
kind creation for a $5 donation. One hundred
percent of the proceeds for this bracelet
Warrant articles: The annual Town
Meeting will be held on Monday, May 13.
The last day to file a private warrant article
or this town meeting is Friday, March 29
by noon.
In order for a private warrant to appear
on the annual Town Meeting warrant, a
petitioner must acquire 10 signatures of
registered voters in the town.
Second mailing for annual census:
Second notices have been mailed out, if
you returned your census, thank you, and
if not please do so. If you never received
your census or you’re not sure if you had
returned the census please call the town
clerk’s office.
Dog licenses: March and April are the
months to license your dogs (bylaws of the
Town of Granby, CH XIV). The cost is $6
for spayed or neutered and $15 for others.
To avoid a $25 late charge fee dogs should
be licensed by May 1.
TOWN OF GRANBY
Clerk Reminders
GRANBY - The Friends of Granby
Elderly are hosting two upcoming bus
trips. The first one is to Mohegan Sun, on
April 17. The cost is $20 per person and
includes a $15 food voucher and a $20
voucher to use at the Big 6 Wheel. Cost
includes driver gratuity. The bus leaves
from the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
(IHM), Granby, at 8:30 a.m. sharp, and will
return around 5:30 p.m. The second trip
will be used to purchase furnishings for the
teen area of the new Granby Library. Teens
and adults have made these bracelets with
love and care. The bracelets fit all sizes and
come in many colors from pinks and purples
to iridescent blacks and blues. All bracelets
come with a unique charm dangle.
If you wish you may license by mail.
Please include a copy of the rabies vaccination
or call the clerks office for verification,
a self addressed envelope with two
stamps, a check made payable to the Town
of Granby, and mail to Town Clerk, 215 B
West State St., Granby, MA
All residents who licensed their dogs
through the town census should have
received their dog tags. If you did not
receive your dog tag call the clerks office.
Annual rabies clinic will be held
on Saturday, March 23 at the Old Fire
Department behind Kellogg Hall from 10
a.m. to 12 p.m. Program cost will be $15
per animal. Please have dogs on a leash and
cats in a carrier if possible, bring your pets’
most recent rabies certificate with you. Dog
licensing will be available at this clinic.
Any questions or concerns can be directed
to Kathy Kelly-Regan at the Granby
Town Clerk’s office 467-7178.
Friends of Granby Elderly hosting bus trips
GRANBY - Join the Granby Public
Library for a Lego Building Day on
March 23 at the Granby Library form
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kids ages 5
and up are invited to dig in and create
is to the Newport Playhouse and Cabaret
Restaurant, on May 22, to see “Spreading
it Around.” The cost of the trip is $79 per
person and includes the play, a buffet, and
a cabaret. The bus leaves the IMH promptly
at 8:15 a.m. and returns around 8 p.m. Cost
includes driver’s gratuity. If you have any
questions, please contact either Nancy at
467-9323 or Lois at 467-9254. Seats are
filled on a first come first serve basis.
Granby Library hosts ‘Lego Mania’
with the wonderful selection of Lego and
mini figures at the Granby Library. Call
the library to register. There will also be
some drop in spaces. Hope to see you
then.

GRANBY
LEGION DONATES TO SOLDIERS
Turley Publications photo submitted
On Feb. 4, 2013, the American Legion Post
266 presented the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke
with a check for $750 to be used for the
recreation of the Veterans at the Soldiers’
Home. They are, from left, American Legion
Post 266, Art Bernier, Past Commander,
Superintendent Paul Barabani, Soldiers’
Home in Holyoke, Ron Gaumond, and Ron
Bernier. The Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke would
like to thank the American Legion Post 266
for their support.
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BUSINESS
Bell & Hudson Insurance Agency
re-certified as Five Star Agency
MILFORD - The Massachusetts
Association of Insurance Agents
(MAIA) is pleased to announce that
Bell & Hudson Insurance Agency, Inc
with offices in Belchertown and West
Brookfield underwent an intensive
review in order to be re-certified as a
Five Star Insurance Agency.
The Five Star Award of Distinction
is awarded by MAIA to an independent
insurance agency that successfully
completes a “fitness review” which
examines an agency’s five key imperatives:
customer focus, management/
leadership excellence, human resource
excellence, process and product excellence
and future success.
“Bell and Hudson Insurance Agency,
Inc has been a Five Star Agency for
about 10 years. Each Five Star review
has revealed a continuous improvement
journey and the desire to achieve
excellence in everything the Agency
does and this review has proved no
different. In fact not only did it confirm
their commitment to continuous
improvement but it also revealed
a number of new initiatives that are
already having a positive impact on the
agency,” said Frank Mancini, president
and CEO of MAIA. “The Agency has
an outstanding culture, staff and image.
Those attributes, combined with excellent
communications, leadership and
business planning position the agency
well to not only continue the successful
path they are on but to enhance it
even more in the future.”
Jim Phaneuf, owner of Bell &
Hudson Insurance Agency, Inc, is
proud of his recertification.
“Retaining the Five Star Designation
and being voted The Best Agency to
Work for in the east by the Insurance
Journal solidifies our thoughts that we
are doing the right thing for our staff,
clients and community. We are constantly
looking for ways to improve
our agency and I am fortunate to have
a staff that not only carry’s out any
changes we implement but embraces
them, contributes to them and initiates
them,” said Phaneuf.
Currently there are only
28 Independent Agencies in
Massachusetts and Rhode Island that
have received the coveted Five Star
Agency Designation.
Comedy show to benefit veterans
GRANBY - On April 13 the Granby American Legion
Auxiliary, Unit 266 will host its ninth annual Comedy
Dinner Show, to raise money for veterans. The cost is $16
per person and will take place at the American Legion,
Pleasant Street in Granby. The dinner includes a salad,
chicken dinner, desert, and coffee/tea. There will be a bar
available. Tickets are limited and on a first come first serve
basis. Come for a great meal, lots of fun, and help serve
your veterans. If you have any questions or would like
tickets, please contact Lois Pare’ at 467-9254.
High school reunion planned
HADLEY – Classes from 1964 through the present day
are invited to take part in a Granby High School reunion
on Aug. 10 at the Young Men’s Club, 138 East St., Hadley.
Please contact the committee and let them know you are
going. They need your contact information including:
full name, maiden name, address, phone number, email
address and year of graduation. Visit them on facebook
at Granby High School Reunion The First 25 Years. Call
Maryann at 413-530-4266, George at 413-530-5218 or
email birdlover6(S).vahoo.com or george.randaH3@comcast.net.
BELCHERTOWN - Jones Group
REALTORS® celebrates 55 years
of serving home buyers and sellers
throughout the Pioneer Valley, with
offices in Belchertown, Amherst and
Northampton.
The philosophy at Jones Group
REALTORS® is to provide exceptional
service to their clients and that
philosophy has gained the company a
loyal following and a fine reputation
in the community.
They have enjoyed a presence
in Belchertown merging with Bay
Path Realty, established by their own
Janise Fitzpatrick. As one of two
Turley Publications photo submitted
Kelly Krrasinkiewicz, Robin Harnoise, Peter Roberts, Karen Dunn, Jerry Jones, Jim Potter,
Christopher Bloom, Kim Wojcik, Cathy Hayward and Janise Fitzpatrick gather around the Jones
entrance at their location at 45 North Main St. in Belchertown.
Jones Group REALTORS® celebrates 55 years
companies located in town, they take
pride and assume the responsibility
of being the area’s largest independently
owned real estate company.
Stop in their office at 45 North
Main St. in Belchertown, call 413-
323-7295, or visit their website at
JonesRealtors.com.
POLICY: Our calendar section is
intended to promote “free” events or ones
that directly affect a volunteer-driven
organization that benefits the community.
The deadline to submit calendar items
in the mail, by fax or emailed in Word
document format is MONDAY BY NOON
or sooner. The listings should be brief,
with only time, date, location, brief activity
explanation, and contact information.
Please email all entries to ahenderson@
turley.com.
Thursday, March 21
KINDERGARTEN REG: Cold Spring
School announces that kindergarten registration
for the 2013-2014 school year has
been set for March 21 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Will your child be 5 years old by Sept. 1?
If so, plan on going to kindergarten registration
at Cold Spring School, 57 South
Main St., Belchertown.
Saturday, March 23
RABIES CLINIC: An annual Rabies
Clinic will be held on Saturday, March 23
at the Old Fire Department behind Kellogg
Hall from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the cost will
be $15 per animal. Please have dogs on a
leash and cats in a carrier if possible, bring
your pets’ most recent rabies certificate
with you. Dog licensing will be available
at this clinic.
4-H FUNDRAISER: There will be a
spaghetti supper to benefit Hampshire
County 4-H Fair, Saturday, March 23 with
seatings at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Most
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Holy Reedemer Church, 120 Russell St.,
(Route 9), Hadley. Dinner includes: spaghetti
with meatballs, salad, bread and butter,
dessert, and coffee, milk or lemonade.
Contact Sandy Brougham for tickets at
413-323-5161.
Sunday, March 24
LENTEN SERVICES: St. Mary’s
Episcopal Church, Thorndike welcomes
you to join them in their Lenten Services
this season. St. Mary’s will be celebrating
Palm Sunday Service at 9 a.m. on March
24 and with Fr. Bob Williams, Good
Friday will be celebrated with an Evening
Prayer Service at 5:30 p.m. on March 29
and Fr. Bob Williams will be celebrating
Easter services at 9 a.m. on Sunday March
31. Come and rejoice in the resurrection.
DCR AND ANGLERS: Working together
to Protect Quabbin’s Water Supply and
Fisheries on Sunday, March 24, 2 to 3 p.m.
In 2010 DCR Quabbin instituted a boat
seal program for private boats entering the
Quabbin to protect the reservoir against
the threat of aquatic invasives. Join DCR
Aquatic Biologist Paula Packard as she
discusses the outcome of this program,
results of pond surveys and the serious
threat from Spiny water flea and other new
invasives on the horizons.
Monday, March 25
AMHERST WOMENS TALK: Dr.
Whitney Battle-Baptiste, assistant professor
of Anthropology, UMass, will present
a talk titled “It is the mothers who seem
to count: Commemoration, Contestation
and Collective Memory at the W. E. B.
Du Bois Homesite in Great Barrington,
MA” on Monday, March 25 from 1:30
to 3 p.m. at the Amherst Woman’s Club,
35 Triangle Street, Amherst. Open to the
public and free of charge with refreshments
following. For further information,
call 549-6865. A non-profit cultural and
philanthropic organization, the AWC welcomes
women of all ages to join its membership.
Wednesday, March 27
CD DISCUSSION GROUP: St. Francis
of Assisi CD Discussion Group. Want
to know more about the teachings of the
Catholic Church? Been away from your
Catholic faith? Join fellow Catholics who
meet monthly to learn and discuss various
topics on our faith. Similar to a book club,
each month an audio CH will be assigned
for all to listen to and then meet monthly
to discuss. CDs are $3. Next meeting
is Wednesday, March 27 at 7:15 p.m. at
St. Francis of Assisi Church/Tovet Room
in Belchertown. For more information,
call 323-6272 ext 5 select 4 then 2 for St.
Francis Discussion group and leave a message
with your contact information.
Saturday, March 30
FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE: A basic
firearms safety course will be held Saturday,
March 30 at the Knights of Columbus, 460
Granby Rd., Chicopee. Class is from 8:15
a.m. to 2:45 p.m. The cost is $85 per person
which includes light refreshments and lunch.
This class is a prerequisite for those wishing
to apply for a license to carry or FID card.
Class size is limited. First come, first serve.
Last date to reserve a spot is March 23.
Please contact the course instructor, Kevin
Joslyn at 543-3505.
Sunday, March 31
EASTER BREAKFAST: There will be
an Easter breakfast at the Union Church of
Christ at 51 Center St., Ludlow on March
31 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Continuous serve
buffet of pancakes, bacon, sausages, scrambled
eggs, fruit and assorted pastries. Tickets
are $7.50 and are available at the
door. The Easter raffle fundraiser will be
drawn after the 10 a.m. service at 11 a.m.
The winner need not be present to win.
This event is open to the public. Please
call Jo Condon at 413-427-6963 with any
questions.

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the Goodnough Dike area of the Quabbin
Reservoir will be filled with hundreds of
people walking in honor or in memory of
loved ones affected by cancer, all with the
determination to make a difference in
those affected by the disease.
Keeping cancer care local is important,
and we are honored by the hundreds of
walkers who participate in the Walk of
Champions,” said Lori Tuttle, RN, OCN,
Program Manager of the Baystate
Regional Cancer Program Oncology
Satellite at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital.
“Our patients come from many area communities
to receive their treatment here
because of the expert care as well as the
atmosphere of hope and friendship that
we are known for. Our Oncology Team
works together to meet the medical and
social challenges that patients face with a
cancer diagnosis,” said Tuttle.
Chandravathi Loke, MD, and Richard
Steingart, MD, are faculty members of the
Baystate Medical Practices Division of
Hematology and Oncology who provide
convenient access to comprehensive
cancer care, clinical trials and a multidisciplinary
team approach to cancer care at
Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. In 2012
the unit relocated and expanded to the 4th
floor of the hospital, formerly the Women
& Infants Unit.
Since his diagnosis of a rare from of
leukemia in 2000 and then prostate cancer
in 2007
The oncology team at Baystate Mary
Lane Hospital remains at the side of
patient James Korzec of North Brookfield
throughout his care in Ware. “Throughout
the years, they have provided me and my
family, with the best care we could have
ever hoped for.” Korzec and his family
will come together for the second year as
“Team Showboat” at the Walk of
Champions teams in honor and memory
of his brother Richard “Showboat”
Korzec.
James Korzec
“It is a privilege to be able to help
patients and their families during one of
the most trying times of their lives,” said
Dr. Loke. “Hematology/Oncology is an
exciting, challenging field to be involved
in as rapidly evolving research findings
translate into patient care and we have
more options to offer our patients than
ever before.”
Hematologist, Richard Steingart, MD,
who has been providing care in Ware for
close to 15 years talks about the close
relationships he has developed with the
patients that he sees who have been born
and live in the area. “Patients can be
intimidated to go to the city for care, as a
team we do an excellent job caring for
them locally,” said Dr. Steingart. “They
are so appreciative, the experience is
mutual, and we always want to do more
for them. The nursing and support staff is
solid and caring and I love coming here to
provide care.”
In 2012 a record number of walkers
participated in the Walk of Champions
which is held annually on the first Sunday
in May to benefit cancer care services at
Baystate Mary Lane Hospital.
“We are so fortunate in this region to
be surrounded by a generous community,”
said Chuck Gijanto, President of Baystate
Regional Markets which includes
Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. “In 2012
more than 1,200 walkers raised $77,400
in an extraordinary show of support for
friends, family members and neighbors
who have been touched by cancer. Since
2006, the Walk of Champions has raised
over $377,000. to benefit cancer care,
right here in our community, all made
possible by individual walkers, teams and
many area businesses that sponsor the
Walk of Champions.”
Now is the time to form a team and
become involved in the 2013 Walk of
Champions and help make a in difference
in the lives of people undergoing cancer
treatment at the Baystate Regional Cancer
Program Oncology Satellite at Baystate
Mary Lane Hospital. The Walk of
Champions offers a 5 mile or 2 mile walk
among the comfortable walking terrain of
the Goodnough Dike. Along the walk
route, there will be entertainment and
refreshments among the peace and beauty
of the Quabbin Reservoir. Country Bank
for Savings is the presenting sponsor of
the Walk of Champions, with major sponsorships
from local businesses including
Heath New England, Amgen “Breakaway
from Cancer,” Intercity Lines, Inc.,
Pioneer Provisions, LLC, Family First
Bank and Janine’s Frostee, in the commitment
to raise funds to benefit Integrated
Cancer Services at Baystate Mary Lane
Hospital.
Pledge forms are available for businesses,
community organizations, and
community members who are participating
in the walk. Registration for the
Walk, fundraising resources and more
including online giving opportunities can
be found on the Walk of Champions website
at www.baystatehealth.org/WOC.
For more information about the Walk of
Champions, or to find out how you can
become involved, call Michelle Graci,
Manager of Fund Raising Events BHF at
(413) 794-7654 or by e-mail at
Michelle.Graci@baystatehealth.org.
Upcoming Events
A Sacred Gathering
for All Those
Touched By Cancer
Sunday, April 21
2:00 pm
All Saints Church
17 North Street, Ware MA
Join us for an interfaith service of prayer,
music, and reflection open to the community
and all who have been or are
touched by cancer, including survivors,
caregivers, friends and family. A reception
will be held in the parish hall immediately
following the service with refreshments.
Sponsored by the Baystate
Regional Cancer Satellite Program at
Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and All
Saints Church.
Cut-A-Thon
Silhouettes Salon, 164 West St, Ware Saturday, April 27
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
$15 haircuts and manicures- no appointments necessary
All Proceeds benefit the Walk of Champions
Support Groups for Patients and Families Facing Cancer
For Information contact Camille St.Onge, LICSW, Oncology Social Worker 413-967-2245
BREAST CANCER
SUPPORT GROUP
Open to all women with breast cancer
regardless of stage of treatment.
Meeting are held the 4th Wednesday of
every month, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm.
CIRCLE OF ANGELS
A Quilting Support Group for People Who
Have Been Touched by Cancer- meets
the second and fourth Tuesday of every
month from 11:00am to 1:00.
EXPRESSIVE WRITING
THROUGH CANCER
A guided topic-driven group for those
experiencing cancer. Open to all cancer
diagnoses. Meeting are held the 3rd
Wednesday of every month, 11:00 am –
12:30 pm.
GENERAL CANCER
SUPPORT GROUP
Open to all cancer diagnoses. Meetings
are held the first Wednesday of the
month, 11:00 am- 12:30 pm.
PARTNERS IN CAREGIVING
An early evening support group for caregivers.
Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday
of the month, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm.
LOOK GOOD FEEL
BETTER PROGRAM
This two hour program is held every
three months for women who are undergoing
cancer treatment currently or within
the last 12 months. The program
focuses on skin and nail care tips, scarf
and wig tips and makeup tips during the
challenges associated with cancer treatments.
Because every minute matters.
At the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital ER, we pledge that you will see
a provider within 30 minutes of your arrival.
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
85 South Street, Ware, MA 413-967-6211 baystatehealth.org/bmlh

By Tim Peterson
Turley Publications
Sports Correspondent
BELCHERTOWN - During
the past couple of years, Zach
Parsons has attended the Western
Massachusetts Senior High School
All-Star Basketball Games, which
is played on the Jerry Colangelo
Court of Dreams at the Naismith
Memorial Basketball Hall of
Fame, as a fan.
This Friday night, the senior
forward from Belchertown High
school will finally get an opportunity
to play in the All Star game
as a member of the Division 2
team. His team will be playing
against the Division 3 All Stars at
5:30 p.m. There will also be two
other All Star games that evening.
“I’ve been going to the All Star
games every year since I’ve been
in high school,” Parsons said.
“It was a lot of fun watching my
teammates play in the All Star
game during the past couple of
years and I’m very excited to have
been selected to play in the game
this year. I’m the only player from
Belchertown who’ll be playing in
the game this year, so I’ll be representing
all of my teammates.”
The other members of the
Division 2 boys All Star team,
which will be coached by Palmer
head coach Ryan Minns, are
Nolan Bird (Drury), Chris Starcun
(Easthampton), Shane Andrews
(Hampshire), Kamil Stasiowski
(Palmer), Xavier Garcia (Sabis),
Evan Marcus (South Hadley),
Trayvon Sims (Taconic), Josef
Whitman (Mahar) and Jon Bracci
(Wahconah).
The members of the Division
3 boys All Star team are Joe
Crapps (New Leadership), Paul
Decker (Frontier), Matt Sulda
(Smith Academy), Andy Gifford
(Granby), Ernest Johnson
(Renaissance), Justin Crosby (St,
Mary’s), Jeff LeProvost (Lee)
Tank Roberson (St. Joseph’s),
Mike Carpenter (St. Joseph’s), and
Tyler Picard (Mount Greylock).
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SPORTS
BASKETBALL • VOLLEYBALL • HOCKEY • SWIMMING • WRESTLING
Parsons set to play in All-Star finale
See PARSONS, Page 27
Belchertown’s Zach Parsons (30) goes in for a layup.
Lambert named Babcock Award winner
WILBRAHAM - One of the
most decorated swimmers in the
history of Wilbraham & Monson
Academy capped his career with
the sport’s biggest award.
At the conclusion of the
New England Prep School
Athletic Council Division 3
Championships March 1 at the
Canterbury School, senior Kevin
Lambert was named the winner
of the Babcock Award.
“Kevin has been a great swimmer
for us,” WMA coach Dan
Moran said. “The Babcock
Award is an award given to the
most valuable swimmer in the
league. The award encompasses
not only talent in the pool, but
also leadership skills and sportsmanship.
Kevin was voted by the
coaches as this year’s recipient
for his work ethic, sportsmanship
and positive attitude.”
Lambert admitted to being
caught off guard at the meet by
the award.
“After the 400-yard freestyle
relay I was in the process of
Turley Publications submitted photo
WMA senior Kevin Lambert was named the winner of the
Babcock Award.
picking up my things on the team
bench and congratulating my
teammates on a great day when
I heard my name called over the
PA system,” Lambert said. “It
was for the Babcock Award and
I couldn’t believe it. The year
before, the award had gone to a
good friend of mine at Canterbury
and he definitely deserved it.
See BABCOCK, Page 28
FILE PHOTO
Foulis continues on
coaching journey
By Tim Peterson
Turley Publications
Sports Correspondent
MONSON - Jill Foulis, who
teaches history and social studies
at Monson High School, is
beginning her second season as
the Lady Mustangs track and
field head coach. She has previously
been a girls varsity
basketball head coach at two
other high schools in Western
Massachusetts.
Jill isn’t the only member of
her family who’s a coach.
Her husband, Scott, recently
completed his sixth season as
an assistant women’s basketball
coach at Brandeis University,
which is located in Waltham.
“I’ve always loved the game
of basketball, but I knew very
little about being a college basketball
coach when I first got
into the business 18 years ago,”
Rams take
next step
By Tim Peterson
Turley Publications
Sports Correspondent
GRANBY - Granby boys varsity
basketball coach Tim Sheehan
attended the Lady Rams Western
Massachusetts Division 3 semifinal
girls basketball game against Lee at
the Curry Hicks Cage.
Sheehan really wanted to coach
his own basketball team at the historic
building located on the UMass
Amherst campus the following
night.
Unfortunately, the second-seeded
Rams 2012-2013 season had already
come to an end following a heartbreaking
78-77 overtime loss against
the seventh-seeded Lee Wildcats in
a Western Mass. Division 3 quarterfinal
game played at Sullivan
Gymnasium on Feb. 28.
“It was a very special season
because we really weren’t expected
to be as good as we were coming
into this season. As the regular
season went along, our aspirations
get a little bit bigger and we really
thought that we could contend for
See RAMS, Page 27
FILE PHOTO
Granby’s Jesse Molin puts up
a shot near the basket.
Scott Foulis said. “Most of the
time coaching college basketball
doesn’t feel like a real job to me,
but there are some things on the
administration side that aren’t
very glamorous.”
Scott and Jill, who live in
Wilbraham, are parents of three
young children — Chelsea,
Evan and Colin.
“Jill is a saint. She understood
from day one that being an assistant
college basketball coach
isn’t a very easy job in terms
of the schedule and hours,”
Foulis said. “My family is the
most important thing in my life
and I’ve always tried my best to
put them ahead of my coaching
career, which I don’t regret for
one second.”
Because Brandeis usually
plays on Friday nights and
Sunday afternoons, Jill is able to
See FOULIS, Page 28

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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
SPORTS
Cragg, Hastings take St. Pat’s top spots
By Gregory A. Scibelli
Turley Publications Sports Correspondent
HOLYOKE – The finish line told many
interesting tales as the 38th Annual St.
Patrick’s Day Road Race was run under
cold conditions but the same amount of
fun and enthusiasm as previous years.
Coming across the finish line to start
with for the 2013 contest was a pair of
runners that are boyfriend and girlfriend
from Providence, R.I.
Alistar Cragg and girlfriend Amy
Hastings were the top male and female
finishers in the race. Cragg finished with
a time of 29 minutes, 20 seconds, winning
the race with the best overall time. He was
wearing the number three for the race and
beat out a Kenyan runner and last year’s
winner.
“It was a very difficult course and
I knew that coming into the race,” said
Cragg.
Cragg said he knows last year’s winner,
Zach Hine of South Hadley, from other
races, and knew he was competing on
“Hine’s turf.”
“I know this is Zach’s course,” said
Cragg. “It was pretty fun coming out here.
I am pretty happy with the results.”
His girlfriend, Hastings, was the top finisher
for the females, winning with a time
of 33:31.
“I did not know what to expect,” said
Hastings, who donned a few layers for
the race. She enjoys being in the colder
weather to run and said the conditions
were just what she wanted. “I get really
hot when I am running so this weather was
perfect for me.”
She said the course was difficult with
some of the hills, but she is pleased to
come away with a victory.
Following Cragg at 29:25 was last year’s
runner-up Philemon Terer. The Kenyan
trailed Hine prior to the fourth mile before
Cragg took the lead and pulled away.
Hine, wearing number one after finishing
first overall last year, would place third
with a time of 29:28.
Hine’s finishing time was 9 seconds off
his pace from last year, but was not enough
to overcome Terer this year.
Turley Publications photo by Gregory A. Scibelli
Alistar Cragg and his girlfriend Amy Hastings pose after winning their
respective divisions in the 38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Road Race.
Hine won the 2012 race, becoming one
of the first local competitors to win the
race in several years.
Cragg and Hastings are both Olympians.
Cragg rant the 1,500 and 5,000-meter
races in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Hastings ran the 10,000 motors at the 2012
Olympics in London.
Hastings said the hills hurt her during
the race and she failed to beat the women’s
record of 33:17, which was her goal going
into the race. Finishing a distant second
place in the women’s division was Colleen
Hogan of Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
One other major note from the race was
Blake Croteau from Westfield. He would
break the high school runner record with a
time of 31:57.
St. Patrick’s Day Race Committee
Member Ray Feyre said the race was
another rousing success and there were
more than 6,500 racers in this year’s event.
The number of people who finished the
race went down this year, but the participation
overall could not have been higher.
There is room for everyone, he said.
“We have our serious runners that participate
in the race and are there to win
and that is great,” said Feyre. “Then we
have people who do it for fun and wear
costumes and play instruments, and the
crowd loves to see them, too. This is a
family event and there is room for everyone
as long as they are safe.”
Gregory A. Scibelli is a sports correspondent
for Turley Publications. He can
be reached at gscibelli@turley.com.
Belchertown Recreation Department programs
BELCHERTOWN - The following is
a list of sports programs offered by the
Belchertown Recreation Department.
Stingrays
Have fun improving your swimming
skills and learning new strokes. Our
team is part of the Pioneer Valley Swim
League. Swim Meets usually last three to
four hours. For children in kindergarten
through 12th grade (kindergarten and first
grade swimmers will be evaluated). The
season runs from April 22 through the
end of July. Practices are held on Monday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Participants are requested to practice three
days per week. Cost is $175 per child,
three child same household $85.
Coach Pitch
This baseball coed league is for
Belchertown resident boys and girls currently
in first and second grade.
This fun and instructional league is
aimed at teaching the game, learning fundamentals
and developing overall skills in
batting, base running and fielding.
The season is approximately seven
weeks long and will begin in May. Cost is
$30. Registration deadline is April 11.
Cooking Craze:
Boys and girls, grades fifth and sixth
will cook a brunch to eat and a dinner to
take home. They will also learn to bake a
traditional dessert for their family. Some
recipes will be prepared, cooked and sampled,
while other recipes are prepared,
cooked and sent home ready to eat. This
Cougars set
to start new
campaign
Remy to catch,
play outfield
By Gregory A. Scibelli
Turley Publications Sports
Correspondent
HOLYOKE – Holyoke Community
College baseball is getting more local
this year as coach Terry Murphy
announced his roster for the upcoming
season with several talented players from
all over Western Massachusetts.
Freddy Andjuar, a former Holyoke
High School starting pitcher, will stay
in his home city and take the helm as
the number one starting pitcher. He will
be joined by Western Massachusetts
Division 1 winning pitcher Lee Albertson
from Westfield.
Murphy said the pair will likely be
pitching in HCC’s opening doubleheader
against Raritan Valley.
Following the top pair, Murphy said
Ryan Magni, Cam Beaulieu of Ludlow,
Greg Pobieglo from Pathfinder, and
Bryan Borges-Vega will see starts in the
opening week.
With 42 games in 42 days and several
doubleheaders in a rigorous community
college season, Murphy said the depth
for pitching and catching has to be great
in order for the team to be successful.
“If you have the pitching, you’re going
to have a chance here,” said Murphy. “If
you don’t, it can be a long season.”
Murphy does have catching depth, but
lost his projected starter Zach Cloutier to
a devastating injury.
“Zach tore his ACL a few weeks ago
so he is about six to nine months from
doing anything,” said Murphy. “It’s
unfortunately because he did a great job
last year for Granby and caught a bit for
the Blue Sox in the NECBL. He would
have been our four or five hitter.”
Backfilling Cloutier will be Magni
and Pobieglo. Murphy also has catchers
Zach Crowley from Chicopee Comp and
Dalton Remy of Granby. They have limited
experience, but are working hard to
step and can help provide some balance
cooking class is offered Monday, April 15
(April vacation) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the
Teen Center. The cost is $35. Registration
deadline is Thursday April 11. See COUGARS, Page 30
Athlete of the Week
Congratulations
goes out to the
two members of
the Falcons.
The duo helped the
team go undefeated in
the U12 Girls Division.
Gillian Duquette
& Katie Tauer
Belchertown
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The many benefits of YMCA Summer Camp
From the Small Fry to
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thinking about summer
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This can be extremely
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who are already below
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The same research
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when they participate in
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through enrichment
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High-quality summer
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RAMS | from Page 21
a District title this year,” said Sheehan, who completed
his 14th season as the Rams varsity head coach. “The loss
against Lee in the quarterfinal game really hurts. Hopefully,
we’re not put into the same situation again next year.”
Granby, who captured the Bi-County North league title
with a 7-1 record, finished their outstanding season with a
17-4 overall record.
The Rams had a 7-0 record before losing to Hampshire
by a point (62-61) on their home court at the beginning of
January. Their other two regular season losses were also at
home against Renaissance (63-52) and South Hadley (62-
60).
All 13 players listed on the Rams varsity roster made
a contribution to the success of the team in one way or
another.
“From day one, every player on the team tried to do
something to better our program,” Sheehan said. “When
you have 13 players working very hard, you’re going to be
a very successful team. We really wanted to get back to the
Cage this year. The last time that we played there was in
2005 when we won the Western Mass. title.”
The nucleus of the Rams boys basketball team will be
returning next year.
The three players, who’ll be receiving their high school
diplomas along with the other members of the senior
class at Granby High School in June, are forward Andrew
Williams, center Brandon Cloutier, and guard Andy
Gifford.
Gifford, who holds the school record for made 3-pointers,
made a team-high 70 of them this season. He’ll be
wrapping up his outstanding high school basketball career
by playing in the Western Massachusetts Senior High
School All-Star game. Gifford will be a member of the
Division 3 All-Star team who’ll be facing the Division 2
All-Star team on the Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams at
the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame at 5:30
p.m. on Friday March 22nd.
“Andy Gifford is a four-year varsity player and he’s
a great kid. We’re really going to miss him next year,”
Sheehan said. “He became a starter halfway through his
freshman year and he’s a very good three-point shooter.”
Gifford’s made a season high seven 3-pointers in a 68-53
FILE PHOTO
Granby’s Lucas Monaco (11) delivers a pass to
Ryan Mikalchus (33).
home victory against Ware at the beginning of the regular
season. He also scored a season-high 29 points in an 85-
70 road victory against the Renaissance School in early
December.
The Rams head coach also gave his thoughts about his
other two seniors.
“Brandon Cloutier was our starting center and he was a
very important member of the team. He was injured during
the past couple of years, but he was able to play in all 21
games this season.” Sheehan said. “Andrew Williams was a
first-year member of the varsity team and he was a role this
year. He gave us some important minutes.”
Cloutier, who finished 106 points this season, scored 10
points in a 69-41 home victory against Gateway at the end
of January. He also had a season-high 12 points in an 86-67
road victory against rival Belchertown on Feb. 6.
Gifford and Cloutier will also be members of the Rams
varsity baseball team this spring.
Williams scored eight points the Granby’s 76-33 victory
against Holyoke Catholic in the season opener.
The Rams leading scorer during the 2012-2013 season
was junior guard Corey Baker, who became a member
of the 1,000-point club during the home loss against
Renaissance on Feb. 1. He finished the season with 404
points. He reached double digits in scoring in all 18 games
that he played in this winter. He finished with a seasonhigh
34 points in a victory at Ware in late January.
“Next year will be Corey’s fifth year as a member of the
varsity team,” Sheehan said. “We’re really looking forward
to having him back again next year.”
The Rams other two returning starters will be junior
forward Liam Galloway and sophomore guard Jesse Molin,
who scored a team-high 29 points, which was also a season-high,
in the season ending loss against Lee.
“It’s going to be very nice to have those two guys returning
next year as well,” Sheehan added. “Jesse Molin is a
very good guard for us. Liam Galloway is an underrated
player. He was the second leading rebounder on the team
and third on the team in assists.”
Galloway scored a season-high 12 points in a 70-62 road
win against rival Palmer back in the middle of January.
The other members of the Rams varsity basketball team
were junior forward Colton Duxbury, sophomore guard
Nick Walas, sophomore guard Nick Walas, sophomore
guard Conor O’Shea, sophomore center Ryan Mikalchus,
sophomore forward Tim Sheehan Jr., sophomore guard Dan
Menard, and sophomore forward Lucas Monaco.
The Rams, who’ll be moving to Division 4, will be looking
to be playing at the Cage at this time next year instead of
watching the games from the bleachers like they did this year.
Tim Peterson is a sports correspondent for Turley publications.
He can be reached at dforbes@turley.com.
PARSONS | from Page 21
Parsons was one of the five seniors listed on the Orioles
boys varsity basketball roster this year. The other four
Orioles seniors are Eric Adzima, Tony Pellerin, Tyler
Verville and James Ryan, who recently signed his National
Letter of Intent to play football at Sacred Heart University
next fall.
“I’ve been playing sports with all of those guys for my
whole life,” Parsons said. “It was very special playing with
them for the final time on the varsity basketball team this
winter.”
Parsons, who was the Orioles leading scorer this season
with 441 points, scored a season-high 33 points against the
South Hadley Tigers in a Division 2 quarterfinal game on
Feb. 28. The outstanding effort wasn’t quite good enough
as the seventh-seeded Orioles (12-9) season came to an end
following a 73-51 loss.
“We entered the postseason tournament after winning
eight of our final nine regular season games,” Parsons said.
“We tried our best against South Hadley in the quarterfinals,
but they just threw everything at us in that game.
They’re a very good team and we were really hoping to
face another team in the quarterfinals besides them.”
The Tigers went on to beat Sabis (52-40) in the semifinals
before capturing the Division 2 Western Mass. title
with a 55-49 victory against top-seeded Greenfield. Those
two games were held at the Curry Hicks Cage.
Parsons and his Orioles teammates had the opportunity
to play in the historic building, which is located on the
UMass Amherst campus, the last two years.
“Playing at the Cage is something that I’ll never forget
about the rest of my life,” Parsons said. “The place has so
much history and it’s the biggest stage that a high school
basketball team can play on in Western Mass.”
Two years ago, the Orioles were upset by Taconic in the
semifinals and they lost to South Hadley by 20 points in
the same game a year ago.
“Once you make it to the Cage, you always want to make
it to the championship game,” Parsons added. “Although
we lost both of the games that we played at the Cage, it
was still a great experience playing there. We really wanted
to get back there again this year, but we came up a little bit
short.”
Before the start of this season, Bill Beauregard, who had
coached the Orioles junior varsity team the past couple of
years, took over as the Orioles varsity coach.
“It was the first time that I played for a new head coach
during my high school career,” Parsons said. “Coach
Beauregard is a great guy and I really enjoyed playing for
him this year. It did take us a little bit of time to learn his
system, but once we figured it out we started to win. ”
After getting off to a slow start at the beginning of the
regular season, Belchertown entered the postseason tournament
on a roll. One of the Orioles most memorable regular
season games was a 93-55 road victory against Palmer,
which spoiled the Panthers senior night celebration.
“In my four years playing for the varsity basketball,
we never played as well as we did in the game at Palmer
at the end of the regular season,” Parsons said. “We just
didn’t miss very many shots that night. I couldn’t believe
how well we played and it’s another game that I’ll always
remember. We felt like we could win the Western Mass.
title after playing a game like that. It gave us a lot of confidence.”
Parsons was also the starting goalie for the Orioles varsity
soccer team, which captured the Western Mass. Division
2 title the past two years.
“We lost in the Western Mass. finals when I was a
freshman and sophomore, so winning the title in my final
two years on the soccer team was an unbelievable feeling,”
Parsons said. “We had a lot of very good players on
the soccer team who worked very hard and coach (Tony)
Almeida is a great soccer coach. Coach Almeida is from
Ludlow and he wants our soccer program to be very similar
to their program. He’s the best soccer coach I’ve ever
played for.”
When Parsons was a junior, he made nine saves leading
to a 1-0 shutout victory against Mount Greylock in the
District finals. Last November, he made five saves helping
the Orioles repeat as Western Mass. champions with
another 1-0 shutout victory against Monument Mountain.
Both of those games were played at Alumni Field located
on the Westfield State University campus.
“We scored our only goal with 41 seconds left in regulation
against Monument Mountain,” Parsons said. “There
was a lot of pressure on me knowing if I made one mistake
it could cost us a Western Mass. title.”
Parsons is still trying to figure out which college he’ll
be attending in the fall. He also hasn’t decided if he going
to be playing either soccer or basketball at the next level.
Whichever sport Zach does choose to play in college, he’ll
help make it a very successful team just like he did during
his high school career.
Tim Peterson is a sports correspondent for Turley
Publications. He can be reached at dforbes@turley.com.
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BABCOCK | from Page 21
After hearing the announcement, for a moment, it did not
mentally register with me and my friends had to remind
me to go up to the awards’ table.
“It was a great end to a great high school swimming
career, and I’m so proud of what my team and I had
accomplished.”
As he has done throughout his WMA career, Lambert
accomplished plenty in his final meet. Along with the
Babcock Award, highlighting the day was winning the
New England title in the 200-yard freestyle.
“As a mid distance swimmer, the 200-yard freestyle is
an event that requires more strategy than anything else,”
Lambert explained. “Up until this season, I had tried to
stay away from that race in particular, mostly because I
had no idea how to race it.
“Well, this year I had decided to take a crack at it. It’s a
race like no other since it combines a sprint spread over the
distance of 200 yards. It takes the strategy of the 500-yard
freestyle and mixes it with a sprint. I had swum the race
multiple times this season and the performance at the New
England meet was the best one so far.”
Along with touching first in the 200-yard freestyle,
Lambert was the runnerup in the 100-yard butterfly. His
THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
SPORTS
PIONEERS WIN 2013 SCORPION BOWL
Turley Publications submitted photo
LUDLOW - The Western Mass United Pioneers won the 2013 Scorpion Bowl.
Pictured are: front row (from left to right) Quinn Serafino, Maxim Caron, JD Pruett, Connor
Bagdon, Aidan Shea, Camden Blackburn and Evan Marcotte. Back row: Jack Yanko, Joe Ford,
Pierre Spiegel and Marshall Hanke.
400-yard freestyle relay team took second, and his 200-
yard medley relay foursome was third.
Lambert completed his career with five school records,
which is the most of any swimmer in the history of WMA.
He owns individual marks in the 100-yard butterfly and
500-yard freestyle, and is on the recording setting 200-
yard medley, 200-yard freestyle and 400-yard freestyle
relay teams. He plans to swim in college.
“Being a part of the WMA community has influenced
my life substantially,” said Lambert, who will major in
engineering in college. “It all began when coach Moran
began working as a teacher at the school, and he invited
me to take a look. It was one of the best decisions I had
ever made.”
T-ball registration
BELCHERTOWN – This is a coed league for boys
and girls currently in kindergarten.
This program will introduce the basics of baseball
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The season last approximately five weeks and will
begin approximately the beginning of June. Cost is
$25. Registration deadline is May 4.
WMA girls win
NE swim title
Lambert wins award
WILBRAHAM - Just like last season, the Wilbraham
& Monson Academy girls swimming team saved its best
for last, claiming the New England Prep School Athletic
Council Division 3 title at the championship meet March 2
at the Canterbury School.
Led by senior Ivy Durepo of Petersham, the 11-member
Titan team outdistanced the field by 30 points to win the
Division 3 crown for the second year in a row.
“With only 11 girls competing on this New England
team, and only 10 qualified for individual swims, we knew
that winning our second team title would be difficult,”
WMA coach Dan Moran said. “We had a saying on the
team that everybody counts, and this was a full team effort.
From our superstars to our 11th girl, everyone scored
points or helped out relays. This one was really special
because it was so close and required so much preparation.”
Durepo won the 50-yard freestyle and 100-yard breaststroke
(school record), and also swam on the winning
200-yard freestyle relay with Palmer’s Maddy McCloskey,
Granby’s Lili Brook and Wilbraham’s Christina Felchner.
The 200-yard medley relay team of Durepo, Hampden’s
Mia Konstantakos, Wilbraham’s Meg Harrington and
Brook placed second.
McCloskey also won an individual title, touching first in
the 200-yard freestyle. She placed second in the 500 free,
and swam on the third place 400-yard freestyle relay team
with Harrington, Konstantakos and Felchner. Felchner was
the runner-up in the 100-yard freestyle, and Konstantakos
took third in the 100-yard backstroke.
On the boys side, senior Kevin Lambert of Granby was
named the league’s Most Valuable Swimmer. Lambert,
who led the boys to a fourth-place finish at the New
England meet, won the 200-yard freestyle and was the runnerup
in the 100-yard butterfly. He was also on the secondplace
400-yard freestyle relay team (school record) with
Ludlow’s Austin Fabbo, Longmeadow’s Zachary Meunier
and Ian Robinson, and the third place 200-yard medley
relay team with Fabbo, Garfield Ding and Robinson.
Robinson also had a great meet, taking second in the
100-yard freestyle and third in the 50-yard freestyle. Ding
captured third in the 100-yard breaststroke, and teamed
with Phil Antonacci, Fabbo and Meunier for a third place
finish in the 200-yard freestyle relay.
Dupras pitches in
relief for Endicott
LAKELAND, Fla. - Enidcott pitcher and Belchertown
resident Kevin Dupras tossed two scoreless innings of
relief in an 8-5 win over McDaniel at the Russ Matt
Central Florida Invitational on Sunday, March 17.
FOULIS | from Page 21
bring the three kids to most of the Judges home games.
“It’s phenomenal when they did come to my games,”
Scott said. “Chelsea, who’s our oldest, plays basketball
for a CYO team, which Jill coaches. The two boys usually
shoot the ball at halftime.”
Foulis, who’s a full-time assistant coach at Brandeis,
makes the hour long drive down the Mass. Pike from
Wilbraham to Waltham almost every day of the week.
“It’s not the favorite part of my day, but I try to use that
time to make my recruiting calls, especially in the afternoon
on the way home,” Foulis said. “I think that I have
one of the best assistant coaches jobs in Division 3 in the
country.”
Recruiting is a lot different at the Division 3 level than it
is at the Division 1 level.
“There aren’t the same type of recruiting restrictions
at the Division 3 level that there are at the Division 1
level,” Foulis said. “We can start recruiting a player when
they’re a freshman in high school, but we don’t normally
start recruiting a player that young. We usually begin the
recruiting process when they’re sophomores. We can also
be out on the road recruiting almost every weekend from
now until our season starts next October.”
Brandeis University is ranked 31st academically in the
country, which makes recruiting a player that much harder.
“When a coach goes to an AAU tournament, the first
thing that they see is a basketball player,” Foulis said.
“There are only a few AAU tournaments where they’ll have
a player’s academic profile. We normally have to request
the player’s transcripts from their high school. Sometimes
we’ll really like a player, but they won’t be eligible to
enroll at our school academically. It’s probably the hardest
part of the job.”
The Judges, who are members of the University Athletic
Association (UAA), finished this season with a 10-15 overall
record. The Judges head coach is Carol Simon.
“Carol has been the head coach at Brandeis for the past
26 years and she’s a phenomenal person to work under. We
work very well together, which has made it a very enjoyable
experience for me during the past six years,” Foulis
said. “She’s a very hard worker and she’s very dedicated to
our basketball program.”
In his first season coaching at Brandeis, the Judges
finished with a 20-8 overall record. They qualified for the
Division 3 NCAA Tournament and wound up losing at
Amherst in the Regional Finals.
“We’re trying to build the program back up to where
it was when I first started coaching here six years ago,”
Foulis said. “I think we’re heading in the right direction
and we do have a couple of very good freshmen coming in
next year.”
One of the Judges former basketball players is Kelly
Ethier, who graduated from Minnechaug.
“Kelly was a very good player for us. Another
Western Mass. player was Bridget Courtney, who’s from
Northampton,” Foulis said. “There are some very talented
high school girls basketball players in Western Mass.”
Foulis was born in Amherst and moved to Belchertown
when he was in the fifth grade. He graduated from
Belchertown High School.
During his high school days, Foulis was a member of
the Orioles baseball, soccer, basketball, and cross country
teams.
He then attended UMass Amherst where his father was a
math professor.
“While I was a student at UMass, I coached a couple of
recreation basketball teams in Belchertown and I was also
a volunteer assistant coach for the UMass women’s basketball
team,” Foulis said. “It was great experience for me.”
Because the UMass men’s basketball team was so popular
at that time, Foulis figured his best option to get into
coaching was with the women’s team.
“My first year as an assistant coach at UMass was the
same year that the men’s team went to the Final Four
under John Calipari. There was a lot of excitement around
the campus at that time,” Foulis said. “I just decided to
walk into the women’s basketball office one day and
told the head coach that I was available to help them out.
Everything just took off from there.”
Foulis was an assistant coach at UMass for three years.
During that time, the Minutewomen won an Atlantic 10
championship and they also made a couple of trips to the
NCAA Tournament.
Then Foulis was an assistant women’s coach at the
University of Rhode Island, but the head coach was let
go at the end of the season. The following year, he moved
to upstate New York and became an assistant coach at
Plattsburgh State University.
“Plattsburgh is a good size city, but there isn’t very much
else around there other than tress,” Foulis said. “That was
also a big change for me because I went from coaching at
a Division 1 school to a small Division 3 school. They do
stress academics before basketball at Plattsburgh, which is
something that’s very important to me.”
During the 2001-2002 season, Foulis became a first-time
head coach for the MCLA women’s team.
“Becoming a head coach for the first time was a very
good experience for me,” Foulis said. “It was a parttime
position and I also was also working at the Jewish
Community Center in Springfield. It made for some very
long days.”
He then returned to UMass for one year before becoming
an assistant coach at Bucknell University.
Foulis would move back to Massachusetts a year later.
He became an assistant coach at Springfield College.
He stayed there for three seasons before moving east to
Brandeis.
During his coaching career, Foulis has had the opportunity
to coach two players who were drafted by WNBA
teams. Molly Creamer played basketball at Bucknell and
Jennifer Butler played basketball at UMass.
Foulis really enjoys coaching at Brandeis, but his dream
job would be as a head coach at a Division 3 college closer
to his home in Western Mass.
Tim Peterson is a sports correspondent for Turley
Publications. He can be reached at dforbes@turley.com.

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CLUES ACROSS
1. Mexican President
Camacho
6. Egyptian statesman
Anwar
11. March 17, 2013
14. Don’t know when
yet
15. Russian country
house
16. No longer is
18. E.g. club soda or
fruit juice
21. Hindu holy man
23. Viverridae cat
25. Long sound
diacritical mark
26. Yellow-fever
mosquitos
8. Dead and rotting
flesh
29. Those who are
present
31. Royal Mail
Service
34. Not in
35. Slope stability
radar (abbr.)
36. Fast ballroom
dance
39. A writ issued by
authority of law
40. Lots
44. Concrete
ingredient
45. Counterweights
47. Lower in esteem
48. Having the head
uncovered
50. A way to plead
51. Henry __ Lodge,
American
politician
56. Before
57. Portable
communicator
62. Marten having
luxuriant dark
brown fur
63. Game table fabric
CLUES DOWN
1. Inability to
coordinate
muscular
movement
2. Biden or Cheney
3. Farm state
4. Confined condition
(abbr.)
5. Macaws
6. Space Center
Houston
7. Alias
8. “Chevy Show” star
initials
9. A public promotion
10. More meretricious
11. Invests in little
enterprises
12. Integrated circuit
13. Rednecks
14. Atomic #69
17. Legume hemp
19. Adam’s garden
partner
20. The color of
blood
21. Orange-red
chalcedony
22. Units of land area
24. Green, sweet or
Earl Grey
25. Any member
of the family
Hominidae
27. Received thrust
(Geology)
28. Mexican treasury
certificates
30. Ancient Egyptian
king
31. Searches through
32. Silent actors
33. Biscuitlike tea
pastry
36. Largest Canadian
province
37. Chess horseman
(abbr.)
38. Theater orchestra
area
39. One who replaces
a striker
41. The bill in a
restaurant
42. A major division
of geological time
43. Imperturbable
46. Used esp. of dry
vegetation
49. Delaware
51. A passage with
access only at one
end
52. Brew
53. Common degree
54. Shape of a sphere
55. Yearly tonnage
(abbr.)
58. City of Angels
59. Pound
60. Hello
61. Wizard of __
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L EGAL
COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
TOWN OF GRANBY
PUBLIC HEARING
The Board of Health of
the Town of Granby, pursuant
to M.G.L. Chapter 111,
Section 143 and Chap ter
40A, Section 11, will hold a
Public Hearing on Tuesday,
April 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
at The Town Hall Annex,
215B West State Street
to present and discuss the
application for a Piggery
License for Thomas Crimer
at 34 Carver Street, Granby,
MA. This public hearing
conforms to the Rules and
Regulations Relative to Pigs
and Piggeries, approved and
adopted by the Board of
Health, November 8, 2011.
Any person interested in,
or wishing to be heard on
this matter should appear at
the time and place designated
for the public hearing.
The Board of Health
in tends to conduct a public
meeting following said hearing
as time permits.
Granby Board of Health
3/21,3/28/13
College NOTES
EDITOR’S NOTE: Due to a heavy volume of
college notes not all of the colleges have been
listed this week. If you do not see you student’s
name please be patient and continue to watch
for it in an upcoming edition. If when there are
no college notes published and you still haven’t
seen your student’s name, please email Aimee
Henderson at ahenderson@turley.com or call
413-323-5999.
Connecticut College
NEW LONDON, CT - Grace Hall, a member
of the class of 2016 at Connecticut College
and a resident of Belchertown, has been named
to the dean’s high honors list for the 2012 fall
semester.
Virginia Tech
BLACKSBURG, VA - John R. McCutcheon,
of Amherst, enrolled at Virginia Tech was named
to the dean’s list for the fall 2012 semester.
To qualify for the dean’s list, students must
attempt at least 12 credit hours graded on the A-
F option and earn a 3.4 grade point average (on
a 4.0 scale) during the semester. He is a junior
majoring in civil engineering in the College of
Engineering.
Lafayette College
EASTON, PA - The names of 734 Lafayette
College students recognized for academic honor
on the 2012 fall semester dean’s list have been
announced. Each of the students has achieved at
least a 3.60 semester grade point average out of
a possible 4.0.
Area students named to the 2012 fall semester
dean’s list at Lafayette College include:
Isaac Lavine of Amherst, a graduate of
Amherst Regional High School
Alexandra Nagurney of Amherst, a graduate
of Deerfield Academy
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because Pobieglo and Magni will do some pitching.
“We want to make sure with all these games that
we don’t overwork arms at both pitcher and catcher,”
said Murphy.
Playing at first base will be Kyle Platner from
Pioneer. Adam Chrzanowski from Westfield will
also get some time at first base, and is a potential
closer for the Cougars.
“He throws about 90 miles per hour,” said Murphy.
“I think he could shut down a team in the last inning
every few days.”
Jose Rivera of Holyoke and Clayton Beaulieu
from Chicopee will spend time at second base and
shortstop. Each can play both positions and Murphy
will be working with both at each.
Third base will be occupied by both Beaulieu and
Albertson.
Outfielders to see significant time include James
Edinger from Gateway and Remy and Greg Boylan
from Gateway are also expected to see time in the
outfield.
Lee Winkler, a former pitcher and outfield for
Southwick, will be a middle reliever and could possibly
serve as a designated hitter.
“He has not played in a couple of years, but he is
coachable and we like what we have seen in his bullpens
and batting practice,” said Murphy.
Holyoke has a long road schedule with most of
their home comes coming later in the season. HCC’s
first home game is on Monday, April 8, against
SNHU.
Gregory A. Scibelli is a sports correspondent for
Turley Publications. He can be reached at gscibelli@
turley.com.
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Bard College at Simon’s Rock
GREAT BARRINGTON - Bard College at
Simon’s Rock announces that Rollin Atkinson
of Amherst, has earned a place on the dean’s list
for the fall semester of the 2012 academic year.
To be eligible for this honor a student must carry
14 or more credits and achieve a grade point
average of 3.5. Atkinson made the dean’s list for
his distinguished work overall.
Endicott College
BEVERLY – Endicott College is pleased to
announce that Kevin Dupras, of Belchertown,
was named to the dean’s list students for fall,
2012. In order to qualify for the dean’s list, a
student must obtain a minimum grade point
average of 3.5, receive no grade below a “C,”
and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits for
the semester.
Dupras is the son of Rene and Annemarie
Dupras of Belchertown. He is a senior majoring
in Criminal Justice.
Massachusetts College of
Liberal Arts
NORTH ADAMS – Cynthia Brown, vice
president for academic affairs at Massachusetts
College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), has announced
that Alexandra Werbicki, of Belchertown, was
placed on the dean’s list for the fall 2012 semester.
Werbicki earned a 3.9 GPA.
Gettysburg College
GETTYSBURG, PA - Andrew Astley of
Granby, has been placed the deans’ commendation
list at Gettysburg College for outstanding
academic achievement in the fall 2012 semester.
College NOTES
UMass Lowell
LOWELL - Local residents were
recently recognized for achieving academic
distinction during the University
of Massachusetts Lowell’s fall 2012
semester. To qualify for the dean’s list,
students must have completed at least 12
graded credits for the semester, have at
least a 3.25 grade point average with no
grade lower than C and may not have any
incompletes.
Local students named to the dean’s list
are:
Ryan Mitchell of Amherst, majoring
in economics
Adam Luippold of Belchertown,
majoring in exercise physiology
Jose Madiedo of Granby, majoring in
information technology
Westfield State University
WESTFIELD - Christopher Whitehead,
son of Wayne and Judy Whitehead of
Belchertown received academic honors
at Westfield State University by making
the University’s dean’s list for the
fall semester 2012. A junior at Westfield
State University, Whitehead is majoring
in Criminal Justice at the University. He
earned a 3.6 grade point average.
Jordyn Bradway of Belchertown,
received academic honors at Westfield
State University by making the university’s
dean’s list for the fall 2012
semester with a 3.5 grade point average.
A sophomore at Westfield State
University, Bradway is majoring in
Criminal Justice at the University.
Villanova University
VILLANOVA, PA - Jason Labrie, from
Granby, was named to the dean’s list at Villanova
University for the fall 2012 semester. Labrie is
studying Environmental Science in the College
of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Western New England
University
SPRINGFIELD - The following students
received degrees from Western New England
University on Feb. 15:
Kyle J. Wolf of Granby, graduated with a
Bachelor of Arts degree. Wolf graduated Cum
Laude. This honor signifies scholastic excellence
and is awarded at graduation to students who
have achieved a grade point average between
3.30 and 3.60.
Katherine E. Brennan of Amherst, graduated
with a Juris Doctor degree.
Anita Dragon of Belchertown, graduated
with a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration degree.
Brian J. Palasz of Granby, graduated with a
Bachelor of Science degree.
Rochester Institute of
Technology
ROCHESTER, NY - Benjamin Lang of
Amherst, graduated from Rochester Institute of
Technology with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
in visual media from RIT’s College of Imaging
Arts and Sciences in the fall 2012 quarter.
Boston University
BOSTON – Alexandra Erb, of
Belchertown, was named to the dean’s
list for the fall semester of 2012-2013
academic year at Boston University. Only
students with the highest level of academic
achievement earn this distinction.
Emmanuel College
BOSTON - Emmanuel College in
Boston recently announced the recipients
of dean’s list awards for the fall 2012
semester, which included the following
local students:
Noah C. Doyle-Smith of Belchertown
Thomas A. Shea of Belchertown
Amanda L. Tambacas of
Belchertown
Tamara A. Tierney of Belchertown
Max A. Zinter of Belchertown
Students earning a grade point average
of 3.5 or higher are awarded the distinction
of dean’s list.
MCPHS University
BOSTON - MCPHS University is
pleased to announce that Timothy Burns
has been named to the dean’s list for the
fall 2012 semester. Burns is a native of
Belchertown and is pursuing a Bachelor
of Science in Premedical and Health
Studies. Burns will graduate in 2013
from the Boston, Massachusetts campus.
Electronic recycling benefits Scouts
SOUTH HADLEY - South Hadley
Boy Scout Troop 303 will host their biannual
Electronics Recycling fundraiser on
Saturday, April 13 in the Friendly’s parking
lot on Newton Street in South Hadley
and will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
They will be excepting all electrical
items from the smallest of electronic
items to large appliances. The donation
for items range from $2 for small
items (small calculators and extension
cords) to $50 for large appliances. Pick
up is available for larger items for a fee
of $25 and can be arranged by contacting
Executive Director Steven Roberts
at 413-531-6720. Funds raise from the
event go directly to funding the Troop
and their activities for the year.

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are very reasonable at $30 for a
45-minute lesson. Lesson fees
include costs for all charts, CDs
and handouts, learning and
improving how to sight-read notes,
four-way limb control, dynamics,
rudiments, and using your own
ears with my play-along tracks for
interpretive playing and soloing in
jazz, rock, blues, and funk styles.
Willing to travel to student’s home
to offer weekly or twice monthly
lessons in the evening or on the
weekends. Professional school
band director references, current
student list, and full CORI check
available upon request. Call 508-
867-5985 for more details.
PAINT AND PAPER Over 25
years experience. Free estimates.
References. Lic #086220. Please
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Home Improvement
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and accurate master plumber.
Small jobs welcome. Cheap hourly
rate. LC9070 Paul 413-323-5897.
WE RENOVATE, SELL &
PURCHASE (any condition) horse
drawn vehicles such as sleighs,
carriages, surreys, wagons, dr’s
buggies, driveable or lawn
ornaments. Some furniture and
other restoration services
available. Reasonable prices.
Quality workmanship. Call
(413)213-0373 or (413)277-5404
for estimate and information.
Demers & Sons
Belchertown, MA
Child Services
*NEW STATE LAW. Anyone
advertising caring of children must
list a license number to do so if
they offer this service in their own
home.
Cleaning Services
DOMESTIC ENGINEER
WITH 25+ years experience I have
cleaning down to a science. Detail
oriented, organized, trustworthy,
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For all your computing needs.
Trouble shooting, virus
removal, PC Tune up,
Laptop Repair.
Free Diagnostics.
1605 N Main St., Palmer MA
(413)283-7500.
Electrician
DEPENDABLE ELECTRICIAN,
FRIENDLY service, installs
deicing cables. Free estimates.
Fully insured. Scott Winters
electrician Lic. #13514-B Call
(413)244-7096.
EXPERIENCED LICENSED
ELECTRICIAN E51458. Large to
small jobs. Prompt service,
professional work, fully insured,
free estimates. 24 hours.
Bruce (413)883-9657.
Hardwood Floors
HAMPDEN FLOOR REFINISH-
ING Specializing in hardwood
flooring. Fully licensed and
insured. Free estimates. Rick
Baker Jr.
www.hampdenfloorrefinishing.com
413-525-1533*860-836-2217
Heating & Air Cond.
GAS FURNACE SERVICE and
repair. Experienced, Affordable,
Insured. Same day service. Nights
and weekends available. Tony’s
Heating & Cooling. (413)221-
7073.
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
- Duct Work, New Construction,
Additions, Furnaces, Oil Tanks.
Free Estimates Palmer Heating
413-283-7149
Home Improvement
*REASONABLE RATES,* DRY-
WALL, Sheetrock, Taping,
Textures, Knock downs, general
renovations, plaster repairs,
painting. Insured. Free estimates.
413-427-4662. Ma Reg
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20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE!
Complete carpentry, drywall and
painting services. For all your
home improvement needs.
Kitchens, baths, finished
basements and more!
Joe’s GC-License #CS093368.
(413) 219-6951.
ALL ADDITIONS RENOVATIONS
REMODELING/ KITCHENS
BATHS BASEMENTS/
WINDOWS SIDING DOORS
DECKS AND SHEDS/ ALL
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LICENSE INSURANCE 413-949-
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C-D HOME IMPROVEMENT. 1
Call for all your needs. Windows,
siding, roofs, additions, decks,
baths, hardwood floors, painting.
All work 100% guaranteed.
Licensed and insured. Call Bob
(413)596-8807 Cell CS Lic.
#97110, HIC Lic #162905
CERAMIC TILE INSTALLATION
Kitchen, bath, foyers. Free estimates,
references. Lic #086220.
Please call Kevin (978)355-6864.
COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION-
ADDITIONS, kitchen and bathroom
remodels, windows, doors,
roofing, siding. Free estimates.
Fully insured. Jim Natle, J&N
Carpentry (413)348-0383 CS Lic
#CS057516, HIC Lic #163318.
DESIGN/BUILD/REMODEL.
CHAGNON BUILDING &
REMODELING LLC PROVIDES
QUALITY CONSTRUCTION
WITH COMPETIVE PRICING
SINCE 1992. ADDITIONS,
DECKS, KITCHENS, BATHS,
GARAGES, NEW HOMES,
METAL ROOFING.
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DRS PAINTING & HOME IM-
PROVEMENTS Interior/ exterior
painting, siding, windows, doors,
roofing. Lead certified. Plowing.
Lic #168118 Insured. Free
estimates. Credit cards accepted.
(413)218-9042 or e-mail us
dsheldon42067@gmail.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS. RE-
MODELING. Kitchens, baths.
Ceramic tile, windows, painting,
wallpapering, textured ceilings,
siding, roofing, additions.
Insurance work. Basement
waterproofing and French drains.
Fully insured. Free estimates. 413-
786-9250. Ron. Member of the
Home Builders Association of MA.
Instruction
DON'T BE A STARVING
ARTIST - learn how to teach
painting with this special
method to people of all ages
and abilities and have your own
business with a stable income.
Fill the need for more art in
healthcare facilities. Check it
out at:
www.artis4every1.com or call
(508)882-3947
GC/BUILDER’S LICENSE
COURSE * * Register by April 5th.
Class begins April. 8-11 for
Ludlow, Worcester, Pittsfield,
Northampton, Greenfield * *
Call CCI 1-888-833-5207 or
www.statecertification.com
Landscape Maintenance Specialist • Spring/Fall Clean-up
Over-seeding • Brush/Debris removal & chipping
Shrub & Tree Trimming • Roto-tiling • 4 Step Fertilizer Program
Backhoe & Bobcat Loader Service • Weekly/Bi-weekly Mowing
Serving Quaboag Valley
(413) 277-0679
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NEEDED
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Chicopee, Ma (413)592-1500
UNITED TRACTOR TRAILER
SCHOOL
Unitedcdl.com
Landscaping
***A PERFECT LAWN***
Spring clean-ups
Airation, overseeding
Tree and stump removal.
mulching- Seasonal mowing
specials
413-283-lawn(5296)
Lawn & Garden
*COMPLETE LANDSCAPE and
Lawncare. Mowing, Spring cleanups,
thatching, aeration, fertilizing,
shrub planting’s, pruning,
overseeding, mulching. Bachelor
Degree Stockbridge School of
Agriculture (413)967-6751.
SPRING CLEAN UPS, moving,
mulch, hedge trimming, tree work,
handiwork, and much more.
Belchertown area. Call Ed
(413)687-8652.
COMPLETE CHIMNEY &
MASONRY SERVICE
A+ BBB RATING
2012 ANGIE’S LIST SUPER
SERVICE AWARD WINNER
“From Brick to Stone,
Sidewalks to Fireplaces”
New Construction- Rebuilds-
Repairs & Restoration
Licensed- Registered-
Fully Insured
Owner Operated
Eric 413-210-9631
www.emcmasonry.com
Painting
DSA PAINTING- RESIDENTIAL
ONLY, interior, exterior and small
repairs. 20 plus yrs. exp.
(413)237-4644 Scott.
Plumbing
LINC’S PLUMBING LIC #J27222
Prevent Emergencies Now
For a Prevention Analysis
Call LINC For Your Connection
(413)668-5299
Roofing
ALL TYPES OF ROOFING,
shingle, flat and slate. Call Local
Builders (413)626-5296. Complete
roofing systems and repairs.
Fully licensed and insured. MA CS
#102453. Lifetime warranty.
Senior Discount. 24 hour service.
SKY-TECH ROOFING, INC. 25
years experience. Commercial,
residential. Insured. Shingles,
single-ply systems. Tar/ gravel,
slate repairs. 24 hour Emergency
Repairs. (413)536-3279,
(413)348-9568.
Tree Work
A A A1 - JAY’S TREE SERVICE,
affordable prices, tree removal,
hazard tree removal, cordwood,
stump grinding. We’re insured for
your protection. Don’t be fooled,
ask to see a policy, free estimates.
Mon.-Sun. Call Jay. 413-283-
6374.
AMERICAN TREE SERVICE &
LANDSCAPING Family owned/
operated. Fully insured. Offering
free estimates! Call today
(413)725-0386. 10% discount 1st
time.
KEN’S TREE SERVICE AND
LAND CLEARING. We also do
Landscaping/ stonework. Fully
insured. Free Estimate. Cordwood
available. (413)436-7262,
(774)452-2950.
Pets
RETIRED RACING
GREYHOUNDS AVAILABLE
FOR ADOPTION
spayed/neutered, wormed,
shots, heartworm checked,
teeth cleaned
Greyhound Options Inc.
Autumn – 2 y.o. red female,
bouncy, fun-loving, Jezzy's sister,
does not seem to be cat safe
Ben – 8 y.o. brindle male, used to
home life, very sweet, low
maintenance, seems to be cat
safe
Charlie – 5 y.o. black/white male,
used to home life, affectionate,
lovable, well-behaved, easy-going,
has some special needs but well
worth it, okay with cats, not small
dog safe
Dancer – 4-1/2 y.o. red female,
happy, bouncy, loves to snuggle,
walks well on leash, seems to
have recovered well from her
splenectomy, does not seem to be
cat safe
Robbie – 4 y.o. brindle male, a
little shy at first but warms up
quickly, beautiful coloring,
loveable, seems to be cat
workable
Sammy – 9-1/2 y.o. red male,
used to home life, listens well but
would like an experienced owner
and a quiet, adult household, cat
workable
Shelby – 8-1/2 y.o. black female,
small, sweet and affectionate, low
maintenance, does stairs, needs
blood pressure meds and has
some kidney issues, cat safe
Shep – 4-1/2 y.o. black tuxedo
male, fun-loving, happy-go-lucky,
likes other dogs and people, likes
toys, does not seem cat safe
Call Mary (413) 566-3129 or
Claire (413) 967-9088.
www.greyhoundoptions.org
Horses
APRIL VACATION HORSEMAN-
SHIP program/ riding lessons at
Silverstone Farm in Belchertown.
A private, professional, friendly
facility. Stalls available.
facebook.com\silverstone.farm
(413)668-4530.
HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS
offered year round at our state of
the art facility. Beginner to
advanced. Ages 4 years to adult.
Boarding, sales and leasing also
available. Convenient location at
Orion Farm in South Hadley.
(413)532-9753
www.orionfarm.net
Help Wanted
AVON- SIGN UP online today.
Only $10 to start.
www.start.youravon.com
reference code vwhitten or call
1-800-258-1815.
CARPENTER/ CARPENTER’S
HELPER. Local work. Call
(413)436-9561 leave message.
LABORER, TRUCK DRIVER:
Town of Warren Highway
Department is looking to hire
seasonal
experienced
laborer/truck drivers. A valid CDL
is preferred and must meet all
DOT requirements. A job
description and applications can
be obtained and sent to the
Selectmen's Office, Shepard Bldg,
48 High St. or Tom Boudreau,
Highway Surveyor, PO Box 628,
Warren Ma. 01083. Applications
should be submitted no later than
March 28, 2013. E.O.E. Start on or
about April 3, 2012.
ON CALL DRIVERS needed to
transport local minister to area
funeral homes for services.
Excellent hourly rate plus mileage.
Call (413)323-7439 for more info.
Must be dependable.
PART TIME CNA
(MAP certification not needed
but is a plus) Applicants must
be organized and energetic.
$13-15 /hr Apply in person
9am- 5pm weekdays
Brookhaven Assisted Care
19 West Main St.,
West Brookfield. Call Nancy
(508)612-7525
REAL ESTATE SALES Positions
Available In Growing Firm. Will
train. We offer the real estate
licensing course w/tuition
reimbursement to qualified agents.
Call Art Ferrara at Landmark,
REALTORS for details 413-348-
5827 Course starts April 20th.
TOWN OF WEST BROOKFIELD
JOB OPENING/HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT The West
Brookfield Highway Department is
seeking applications for a skilled,
motivated individual to be
employed on a part time basis as
the Drop Off Center Monitor.
Salary is $12.51 hourly, no
benefits. Must work some
Saturdays. Interested parties
should send a letter of interest to
the Highway Superintendent, 15
Front Street, PO Box 521, West
Brookfield 01585 by 5:00pm on
Monday, April 1, 2013.
*West Brookfield is an Equal
Opportunity Employer
WANTED CARPENTERS HELP-
ER. Some skill required. Must be
hardworking, drug free and have
transportation (413)245-4402.
TEMPORARY SEASONAL
LABORERS The Town of Barre is
seeking qualified applicants to
perform seasonal manual work in
the maintenance of parks,
commons, ball fields, roadways,
equipment, buildings, grounds and
cemeteries. A full job description is
available upon request. Applicants
must have a valid MA Drivers
License Class D and successful
candidates will be required to
undergo a pre-placement physical,
drug and alcohol test. Interested
applicants should submit a letter of
interest and employment
application to: Town of Barre,
Town Administrator, 40 West
Street, Barre, MA 01005.
Applications can be downloaded
from www.townofbarre.com or
picked up at the Selectmen's
Office during office hours. E-mail
or facsimile submissions will not
be accepted. Any questions can
be directed to the Selectmen's
Office at (978)355-2504 x 135.
App. Deadline: March 27, 2013 by
5 p.m. A.A./E.O.E
THE REWARDS ARE ENDLESSbecome
a foster parent! Call today
to learn about working with
children and adolescents with
special emotional needs. Call
Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care
at 413-734-2493. Upcoming
training in the spring.
WAS BROTHERS CONSTRUCT-
ION now taking applications for all
positions. Applications accepted
9:00am- 2:00pm M-F @ 2378
Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA
(413)599-1994.
Real Estate
REAL ESTATE
ASSOCIATES
JILL A. GRAVEL, BROKER
See thousands of homes
for sale
24 hours a day
7 days a week at
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Thinking of selling?
Call us today for a
no cost, no obligation
market value on
your home!
Evenings call:
MICHELLE McGUIGAN 413-967-4217
APRIL ADAMS 413-495-2276
COURTNEY SHAW 413-289-4450
MERRIE BROWN 413-668-8190
KAYE BOOTHMAN 413-477-6624
VALARIE WILLIAMS 413-658-5471
TINA BURKE 978-434-6000
JILL GRAVEL 413-364-7353
For
Sale
ROBINSON TREE SERVICE LLC
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Lawn Care • Plowing • Sanding
Aerial Tree Pruning & Removal
Local Reliable & Professional Tree Service
Free Estimates & Insured
(508) 641-5249 Keith Robinson
TOOMEY-LOVETT
109 West St.
Ware, MA 01082
www.Century21ToomeyLovett.com
413-967-6326
800-486-2121
West Brookfield:
508-867-7064
NEW - NORTH BROOKFIELD:
Three bedroom Colonial with
many recent updates, fenced yard,
heated sunroom, all set on private
dead end road. $164,900
NEW - NORTH BROOKFIELD:
Nice young Cape with great view,
living room has sliders to deck.
Three bedrooms, two full baths,
master with double closets.
$214,900
NEW - WARREN: Victorian home
near down town. Truly special and
lovingly restored. Sit on the back
porch and enjoy the beautiful
gardens and pond. Three story
heated barn. $259,800
NEW - WARREN: Colonial home
with mountain view, three
bedroom, custom kitchen, open
floor plan, fireplace, master suite,
private setting. $330,000
NEW - WEST BROOKFIELD –
Four bedroom Colonial near town
beach. Large detached barn for
storage or hobbies, same family
for many years but ready for new
loving family. $179,900
EAST BROOKFIELD: Restoration
project waiting for ambitious
buyer. Bring back the charm to
this circa 1830 Colonial with five
bedrooms. Abuts Conservation
land. $119,900
Dorrinda
O’Keefe-Shea 978-434-1990
Glenn Moulton 413-967-5463
Ruth Vadnais 413-967-6326
Bob Chartier 774-200-3788
Jill Stolgitis 413-477-8780
Shalene
Friedhaber 413-593-6656
Cindy St. George 413-967-3012
Mary Hicks 508-612-4794
Alan Varnum 508-867-2727
Jeff Toppin 774-200-7964
Christy Toppin 508-341-8934
Cheryl
Kaczmarski 413-348-0518
Bruce Martin 508-523-0114
Joe Chenevert 508-331-9031
Real Estate Wanted
WE BUY FOREST LAND
land@cowls.com 413-549-1403
Mobile Homes
BARRE BEFORE YOU buy, be
good to yourself and visit us on
the weekend at Waterwheel
Village, 2291 West St., (Rte. 122)
a 55+ Community featuring 100ft x
100ft sites surrounding an acre
pond. Real nice resales starting at
$19,900, no Association fee. Call
Paul at (978)355-3454.
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CHICOPEE, JUST LISTED,
Memorial Drive, 12’x60’, 2 or 3
bedroom, newer furnace, air,
windows, siding, private circle
$30’s. (413)593-9961
DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM.
For Rent
3 BEDROOM HOUSE, 1.5 baths
in Monson, MA. $950, first last,
security. 1st fl washer/ dryer hookup,
yard. (413)427-1463.
ALL REAL ESTATE advertised
herein is subject to the Federal
Fair Housing Act, which makes it
illegal to advertise “any
preference, limitation, or
discrimination because of race,
color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status, or national origin,
or intention to make any such
preference, limitation, or
discrimination.” We will not
knowingly accept any advertising
for real estate which is in violation
of the law. All persons are hereby
informed that all dwellings
advertised are available on an
equal opportunity basis.
BELCHERTOWN HOUSE 46.
Lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home.
2 car garage, deck, front porch,
W/D hook-ups. Pets nego. $1725+
Denison Corp. (413)549-7100.
FOR RENT
All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the Federal
Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes
it illegal to advertise any preference,
limitation or discrimination based on
race, color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status (number of children and
or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry,
age, marital status, or any intention to
make any such preference, limitation or
discrimination.
This newspaper will not knowingly accept
any advertising for real estate that is in
violation of the law. Our readers are hereby
informed that all dwellings advertising in
this newspaper are available on an equal
opportunity basis. To complain about
discrimination call The Department of
Housing and Urban Development “ HUD”
toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E.
area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll
free number for the hearing impaired is
1-800-927-9275.
For Rent
HILLSIDE VILLAGE
APARTMENTS
MARCH RENT FREE
Applications now being
accepted for one, two and
three bedroom apartments
•Heat and hot water included
•Recently Constructed
•Ample Closets
•Fully Applianced
•Community Room
•Laundry Facilities
•Cats Welcome
•Extra Storage
•24 Hour Maintainance
Section 8 Certificates
Welcome
For Information call
(413)967-7755 EHO
17 Convent Hill, Ware, MA
For Rent
MONSON 1 bedroom, 1st, last &
security. $550 a month. Stove &
refrigerator incl. No pets. Call
(413)335-5065
MONSON 1 BR modern layout,
quiet, clean, close to amenities,
appliances included, $695 +
utilities. (413)323-1118
MONSON. 3 BEDROOM. Completely
renovated, propane heat,
lower than oil, $100 toward first fillup.
NO PETS!!! $850/ mo. F/L/S
(413)783-0192. Mr. Allen.
OAKHAM 4 RM, 1 BR, deck, on
52 acres. Includes everything
$850 Available May 1 (508)320-
1687.
PALMER 2 BR Condo, 1st fl, 1
bath, electric heat, w/d hook-up.
No pets/ smoking. Section 8 OK.
$750/mo (413)687-1444.
PALMER 2ND FL, one bedroom,
kitchen, office, livingroom. Free
heat & hot water. Nice. No pets
$800/ mo. No smoking. Storage.
(508)637-1520
PALMER. LG. STUDIO. Laundry
on premises, off-street parking,
w/w carpeting, quiet, convenient
location. (413)454-1201.
USA Mortgage Network Inc.
30 year fixed FHA Mortgage
3.5% APR 3.859%
FHA • VA • USDA • Conf
100% Financing still available
www.usa-mtg.com
413-737-1100
Licensed MA & CT
Mortgage Brokers #NMLS 123701
We arrange but do not make loans
For Rent
PALMER/ THREE RIVERS, Nice
remodeled one bedroom, Good
location. Appliances, w/d hook-up
$650 F/L/S. No pets. Messages
(413)547-0422
THREE RIVERS 2 BR, 1ST FL.
Available ASAP. No Utilities. No
Pets $700/ mo. (413)262-5245.
THREE RIVERS 2 BR, newly
remodeled, appliances, no
refrigerator. $800/ mo, 1st, last,
security. No pets/ smoking.
(413)695-0361.
WARE - TWO bedroom available
now. Set back from road but
intown. Credit check and
references required. $650/mo.
C21 Toomey-Lovett ask for Mary
508-867-7064.
WARE 1 & 2 BEDROOM apts. 1
BR starting at $500, 2 BR starting
@ $700. 1st and last required.
Utilities not included. (413)967-
3976.
WARE 2 BR, Modern, efficient,
conveniently located, quiet,
washer, dryer, fridge, stove, trash,
driveway. Cat negotiable. Deposits
$695 (413)289-1405.
WARE- 2 BEDROOM, 2nd fl apt.
Gas heat. Water & sewer
included. Off-street parking, good
area. $600/ month. First &
security. No Pets (413)967-7772.
WARE- 3 BEDROOM apt. open
floor plan. Gas/Electric heat, offstreet
parking. No pets.
$650/month. First & Security
(413)967-7772.
WARREN 3RD FLOOR, one BR
apt. Heat, HW included,
appliances, off-street parking. 1st
and security. $650/ mo. Call
(413)436-7373.
WARREN- NICE 1 bedroom, off
street park. Call (413)436-5600.
For Rent
WARREN A MODERN Studio/
$495, 1 BR/ $595 with new
kitchen, carpet and appliances.
Free hot water. Beautiful rural
setting with a mountain view.
Located on 67. Please call
(413)323-1118.
WARREN- SPACIOUS 2ND floor,
2 bedroom apt., off-street parking,
water & sewer included. Electric
heat. No pets $620/ mo, first &
security required (413)967-7772.
Roommates
LUDLOW- SHARE 5 room apt,
2nd floor. Convenient location.
Non-smoker $450/ month, $200
deposit. Call Mike (413)210-0754.
Housemate Wanted
SMALL BEDROOM WITH loft and
attic. Small adjoining living room
with skylight and cathedral ceiling.
Separate entrance. Share kitchen
and bath. Includes utilities, cable,
Internet and trash removal. Nonsmoking
and drug free home.
Wales 508 667-1496
Commercial Rentals
WARE 1ST FLOOR office space
for rent. High visibility. Approx.
900 sq.ft. Great for lawyer, etc.
Gas heat $650/ month. Call
(413)967-7772.
Vacation Rentals
WARM WEATHER IS year round
in Aruba. The water is safe, and
the dining is fantastic. Walk out to
the beach. 3-bedroom weeks
available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email:
carolaction@aol.com for more
information.
You’ll find it
in the Turley
Auto Parts
USED AUTO PARTS, 91-day
guarantee. Large inventory,
engines, transmissions, radiators,
tires, glass. Excellent service, junk
car removal. Amherst-Oakham
Auto Recycling Coldbrook Road,
Oakham. 1-800-992-0441.
Autos Wanted
$$$ AUTOS WANTED TOP Dollar
paid for your unwanted cars,
trucks, vans, big and small,
running or not. Call 413-534-5400.
CASH FOR CARS: Any make,
model or year. We pay more!
Running or not. Sell your car or
truck today. Free towing! Instant
offer: 1-800-871-0654.
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Check Our
Classifieds!
HIGHLAND VILLAGE
APARTMENTS
Applications now being
accepted for one, two and
three bedroom apartments
•Spacious Townhouses
with ample closets
•Updated Kitchens
•Private Patios
•Playground
•Community Room
•Laundry Facilities
•Cats Welcome
For information call
413-967-3822. EHO
27 Boulder Drive, Ware, MA
Three zones and a whole lot of coverage area!
LUDLOW 4 ROOM
TOWNHOUSE apt. w/2 bdrms, 1.5
baths, central A/C, gas heat, stove
& refrig. $875 monthly rent plus
utilities. No pets or waterbeds.
First, last and security deposit
required. (413)583-6424 or
(413)583-3097.
PALMER THREE RIVERS.
Country Manor apartments, 2
bdrm, $730 month. All units renov.
w/disposal, dishwashers,
microwave, elec. range, carpets.
Parking, fishing and playground.
Cats okay. Call (413)283-9472.
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St. Paddy’s Day PARADE
HOLYOKE – The Belchertown High
School Marching Orioles made their way
down the parade route this weekend during
the annual St. Patrick’s Parade. The band
won the award for best marching contingent
as well as for best high school band
flag corps. Congratulations BHS Marching
Orioles! Keep on marching!
&
BUSINESS SERVICE
D I R E C T O R Y
AUTO BODY
REECE AUTO BODY Complete
Auto Body, Paint &
Repair” auto glass, computerized
paint matching, also routine
car maintenance. Free
estimates. Old Springfield
Road, Belchertown. 413-323-
6664.
AUTOMOTIVE
BAY RD INSPECTION
STATION, Mass State Safety
and Emissions Testing for all
cars, pickups, vans, campers
and commercial trucks & trailers.
Efficient, Friendly Service.
Lic. # 029276. Visa &
Mastercard accepted. Mon.-Fri.
8-4:15 p.m., Sat. 8-11:45 p.m.,
Closed Sunday. 147 Bay Road,
Belchertown, 413-323-7193
BANQUET FACILITIES
HALL FOR RENT All functions.
Kitchen available.
Seating for 96. Granby
American Legion. Call (413)
467-9545.
BOARDING
BELCHERTOWN BOARDING
KENNEL offers quality boarding
for dogs & cats. We are
breeders of AKC Australian
Cattle Dogs. Call 413-323-7641
btownboardingkennel.com
COMPUTERS
ALIX & SONS COMPUTER
CENTER. New Computer
Sales and Accessories, PC
Diagnostic Repairs and
Upgrades, On Site Work,
Home or Office. 40 Daniel
Shays Highway. 413-323-1122.
John Alix, Owner.
HAIR DRESSER
COUNTRY STYLIST, 171
Federal St., Belchertown. 413-
323-6012. Great cuts for men
and women $14.00. A full service
hair salon. Open Tue-Sat.,
evening hours available.
HEATING & AIR
CONDITIONING
WHITING ENERGY, Est. 1870.
Complete Fuel Oil Heating
Service. 24 hr. 7 days a week
service. Call 413-323-5737.
INSURANCE
BELL & HUDSON INSUR-
ANCE AGENCY INC., 19
North Main St., Belchertown,
MA 01007. Tel. 413-323-9611,
800-894-9591. Fax 413-323-
6117. Home, auto, life, financial
services, commercial,
group health.
OUTDOOR POWER
EQUIPMENT
BOYDEN & PERRON INC.
Sales and service, Toro, Wheel
Horse, Scag, Jonsered,
Residential and Commercial.
41 South Whitney St., Amherst,
since 1956. Call today. 253-
7358.
PETS
FEATHERS AND FUR PET
CARE SERVICES Pet sitting
in your home. Parrot
Boarding in my home.
Peggy McLeod 413-323-
8720.
feathersandfurpetcare.com
PLUMBING SERVICES
D.F. PLUMBING & ME-
CHANICAL CONTRACTORS
are now offering plumbing
services to Belchertown and
surrounding town. Scheduling
appointments Monday-Friday,
8 am to 4pm. Call 413-323-
9966.
ROOFING
ROBERTS ROOF CO., INC.
Trusted name for over 30
years. Commercial, industrial,
residential. Specializing in
shingles, slate copper work,
historical restoration, flat roofing.
Fully licensed. Free estimates.
413-283-4395
www.robertsroofsinc.com
RUBBISH REMOVAL
R.M. NIETUPSKI TEMPO-
RARY DUMPSTERS, 10-
30yards for removing construction,
demolition, metal and
household debris of all types.
Serving Belchertown and all
surrounding towns. (413) 283-
4333.
SEPTIC TANK PUMPING
LATOUR WILSON SEPTIC
TANK PUMPING SERVICE.
Residential, commercial,
‘‘D.E.P. suggests pumping septic
tank every 3 years.’’ MA
D.E.P. certified. Brian Wilson,
owner. 413-323-4569.
WELDING
AMHERST WELDING, INC.
Snow plows, sanders, sales &
service, hydraulic hoses &
repairs, trailer hitches, trailer
repairs, welding, fabrication,
lawnmower repairs. 330
Harkness Road, Amherst 413-
253-4867.
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WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNER
BANQUET FACILITIES
Chandlers at Yankee Candle – Voted the most romantic
restaurant and best wine list in the valley for 10 years.
Voted official best family restaurant of Massachusetts.
South Deerfield, MA. 413-665-1277 or log onto chandlers.yankeecandle.com
Elmcrest Country Club – Elegant setting. Flexible times
available. Full-time wedding consultant. Weddings,
showers, pre-nuptial dinners, Jack & Jills, anniversary
& retirement parties. 105 Somerville Road, East
Longmeadow, MA, 413-525-2186.
The Florentine Room at the Bluebonnet – Minutes from
downtown Northampton. Wedding receptions, rehearsal
dinners, bridal showers & more. Complete wedding
receptions starting at $21 per plate. Up to 180 guests,
full bar & dance floor. 324 King Street, Northampton,
MA. Call Jim 413-584-3333 or email jasrgreco@aol.
com.
The Hotel Northampton – Pioneer Valley’s only
true Grand Ballroom, luxurious guestrooms, two
restaurants, award-winning food, on-site parking, steps
from unique shops and galleries. 413-587-8105. www.
HotelNorthampton.com
Look Park Garden House – Gazebo, Pine Theater and
Sanctuary for wedding receptions and ceremonies,
meetings, banquets and events for up to 170 people. 300
North Main Street, Rt. 9, Florence, MA. 413-584-2220.
www.lookpark.org
Magic Wings Butterfly & Conservatory Gardens – You
and your guests will be surrounded by 4,000 beautiful
bytterflies in a tropical setting anytime of the year!
Accommodations for up to 100 for your ceremony and
reception. All inclusive wedding packages available.
We also host a pre-wedding and rehearsal dinner parties.
281 Greenfield Road, Scenic Routes 5 & 10, South
Deerfield, MA. 413-665-2805. www.magicwings.com.
Publick House Historic Inn & Country Lodge – Has
been creating picturesque New England weddings for
over 230 years. Visit www.publickhouse.com or call 1-
800-pub-lick.
Sheraton Springfield – One Monarch Place. Your
Weekend Wedding Destination; rehearsal dinner, wedding
and post nuptial brunch all in the comfort of one
location. Newly renovated, atrium style hotel with ballroom
seating for up to 500 guests. Complimentary room
for the Bride & Groom, Rolls Royce, Centerpieces and
Parking included in all packages. Contact Samantha,
your personal wedding consultant at 413-263-2117 or
scoulter@sheratonspringfield.com to set up your tour
today!
Villa Rose – 1428 Center Street, Ludlow. 413-547-6667.
Banquet facilities for parties large and small up to 200
people. Showers, rceptions, graduations and more.
Catering available for up to 1,000 people.
Sturbridge Host Hotel – Our lakeside tent and outdoor
gazebo feature scenic beauty for ceremonies and receptions.
Ballroom seating for 350. Complimentary parking.
Call 508-347-7393 for an appointment today.
The Wherehouse? – Located downtown in historic
Holyoke. The most unusual and interesting banquet
function facility you’ve ever seen! Call today for your
appointment, 413-534-3039. www.the-wherehouse.com
BEAUTY & HEALTH
Brooks & Butterfield THE • DAY • SPA – Relaxed.
Beautiful. Confident. Voted the Best Day Spa 9 years
in a row. 140 Main Street, Northampton. 413-586-0366.
www.brooksandbutterfield.com
Waves Hair Salon – Your premiere bridal salon. Bridal
parties. Spray tanning. Unlimited tanning packages.
Nails, pedicures, full body waxing and more. 154 King
Street, Northampton, MA. 413-584-0060
CAKES
Atkins Farms Country Market – For over 20 years, our
cakes have been made from scratch, and we use only the
highest quality ingredients. Decorated with beautifully
hand crafted frosting flowers and topped with probably
the best butter cream icing you’ll taste anywhere. Our
cake has had rave reviews from our customers from
all around the Pioneer Valley where we are also well
renowned for our quality baked goods. 253-9528. www.
atkinsfarms.com
CATERERS
UMass Catering – Premier caterer serving the Pioneer
Valley with beautiful views in the heart of the UMass
Amherst Campus. 413-577-1234. www.umass.edu/catering
Johnsens Catering – Exquisite catering at your favorite
venue or your beautiful backyard. Showers,
Engagements, Jack and Jills, wedding weekend and
other events, personal or corporate. 413-596-3900, 2133
Boston Road, Wilbraham. www.johnsenscatering.com.
Find us on facebook.
FLORISTS
Atkins Farms Country Market – Atkins Flower Shop is
managed by three full-time experienced floral designers
to assist you in planning the wedding of your dreams.
You can be assured of receiving the excellent service
and quality products from the floral department that
you have come to expect from Atkins. Their work
is beautiful and expertly done and offered to you at
prices that are surprisingly reasonable. 253-9528 www.
atkinsfarms.com
FORMAL WEAR
Abigail's Bridal – Custom bridal and prom gowns
designed by us or you. Specialized tailoring and
everyday alterations and repairs. Call 413-668-9195.
Ask for Kathy or Abigail Rasys.
INVITATIONS
Gilbert's Written Word Stationery Store – Fine
Stationery, custom invitations and announcements for
special occasions, as well as unique gifts and greeting
cards. Like us on facebook @ gilbertswrittenword. 72
Center Square, East Longmeadow, MA 01028. 413-
525-5084.
Ludlow Printing & Copy Center – Shower invitations,
save-the-date cards, Wedding invitations. Largest
selection in the area. Just mention this ad for 10%
discount. Knowledgeable consultants. 44 Sewall Street,
Ludlow. 413-583-5220. Mon-Fri. 8-5, Sat. 9-12. www.
ludlowprinting.com
JEWELERS
Silverscape Designs – was founded by Denis Perlman
over 30 years ago and is noted for its commitment
to showcasing the work of the finest in American
handcrafted jewelry and gifts. Silverscape also
specializes in custom designs for that perfect piece
of jewelry. Silverscape Designs has two locations in
Western Massachusetts; 264 N. Pleasant Street in
Amherst and in Northampton at One King Street.
www.silverscapedesigns.com
Stevens Jewelers & Diamond Gallery – A family
operated company with wholesale and retail operations.
Buying gold, silver and diamonds, jewelry & watch
repair, custom design & remounts. Personalized
engraving, appraisals. 2068 Riverdale Street, West
Springfield, MA. 413-731-9800.
MUSIC
Michael’s Party Rentals – Quebbie DJ in-a-box rents
for $275. View the demo on our website. www.michaelspartyrentals.com
or call 413-583-3123.
RENTALS
Northampton Rental Center – From intimate to extravagant,
weddings are a big event with us. We offer expert
advice in selecting the finest tents, chairs, tables, dinnerware,
glassware and flatware to make your reception
memorable. 59 Service Center Road, Northampton,
MA. 413-584-5072.
Michael’s Party Rentals – Showers, ceremonies, rehearsal
dinners, receptions. Tents for 10-500. Tables, chairs,
dance floors, linens, tent lighting, events, graduations,
bbq’s, Quebbie DJ-in-a-box. Call 413-583-3123 or visit
us on the web at www.michaelspartyrentals.com
TRANSPORTATION
Hollow Brook Farms, LLC – Travel to and from your
wedding in a romantic horse drawn carriage. Have
your ceremony here or horses will come to you! Hollow
Brook Farms, LLC, 73 Hollow Road, Brimfield, MA,
413-245-9325, www.hollowbrookfarms.com.