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2 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, November 2, 2012 www.webstertimes.net OBITUARIES NORTH OXFORD and FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Francis (Frank) E. Flynn, 48, lost his long battle to lung cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012 at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale. For over a year he had been coming to Dana Farber in Boston for his treatment. He leaves his wife Lisa, his parents John I. (Jack) and Grace Flynn of North Oxford; four brothers, John, Mark Stephen, Joseph; a sister, Christine Golub; five nieces, Callen, Brenna, Merris, Alexa and Olivia and two nephews Andrew and Michael Golub. Frank was an entrepreneur who loved life and lived it to the fullest right to the end. He attended Oxford schools and St. John’s High School and later received his BS degree from Villanova. He proudly served in the U. S. Coast Guard. After working for Mass Electric he moved to Florida to become a skipper for a business PUTNAM — Mark A. French, 48, of Chapman Street, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012 in his home. He was the loving companion of Patricia Jensen. Born in Southbridge, Mass., he was the son of Lucille (Guyette) Romanowski of Worcester, Mass., and the late Kenneth French. Mr. French worked as a self-employed screen printer. He enjoyed playing baseball, fishing, playing pool, and was the captain of KNM Screen printing softball team. WEBSTER — Patricia H. (Rohr) Gates, 85, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, after a long illness in Western Massachusetts Hospital, Westfield. She was the wife of the late Jessie Gates. He died in 2001. She is survived by her niece, Kathleen Rohr of Southampton and a nephew, David Rohr of Webster. She was born in Webster, daughter of the late William and Anna (Grady) Rohr. She was graduate of Saint Louis High School and attended nursing school at Saint Vincent’s Hospital in Worcester. She worked for several years as a pharmacy assistant at OXFORD – Harold W. King, 87, died unexpectedly on Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, at his home. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Phyllis E. (Brooks) King of Oxford; four children, Paul H. King and his wife Janice of Cary, Ill., Arthur R. King and his wife Elaine of Putnam, Alan J. King and his wife Cheryl of Dudley, and Helen L. King of Oxford; a brother, Virgil G. King and his wife Marion of Millbury; a sister, Theresa Genander and her husband Paul of Beachwood, N.J.; five grandchildren, Ross King of Illinois, Beth Schweibinz of Illinois, Christopher King and his wife Jill of Putnam, Jennifer King of Dudley, Matthew J. King and Andrea of Marlboro, and Brianna L. King of Putnam; six great-grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Heather A. King in 1985; a brother, Clyde King of Charlton and a sister, Lorraine Grout of Cherryvale, KS. He was born in Worcester, the son of the late Clyde and Irene (Parent) King, and lived in Oxford since 1939. He graduated from Oxford High School in 1943. He was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of World War II. Mr. King was an oil burner technician for many years, and retired in 1987. He attended St. Ann’s Church in North Oxford and was named Citizen of the Year in Oxford in 1971. He was a member and past Francis E. Flynn, 48 Mark A. French, 48 Patricia H. Gates, 85 Harold W. King, 87 group. When Hurricane Andrew hit Homestead, he put his construction hat back on and helped to rebuild the devastated area. From there he started a boat business, followed by a bike business and then back to specialized construction of Hamams (steam rooms). His fundraising ability supported two pet projects, St. Jude Hospital in Memphis and the Boys & Girls Club in Fort Lauderdale. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 at St. Ann’s Church, 652 Main St., North Oxford. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made payable to The Francis E. Flynn Memorial Fund, C/O Sovereign Bank, 335 Main Street, Oxford, MA 01540 or to St. Ann’s Church, P.O. Box 488, North Oxford, MA 01537. Paradis Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements. In addition to Patricia, Mark is survived by his children, Zakkary R. French of Putnam, Jackie Cox of Worcester, Mass., Michael Cox of Gardner and David Hollamond of Webster; his brother, Richard French of Maine; his stepmother, Norma French and four grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the family. The Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, directed the arrangements. For memorial guestbook, visit www.GilmanAndValade.com. the Tony Lea Pharmacy and Dugan Drug stores. She enjoyed traveling, reading, movies and the opera. She was also an avid sports fan of local baseball and basketball teams, the Boston Red Sox and the Boston Celtics. Funeral services and burial were private. Donations in her memory may be made to Saint Louis School Endowment Fund, Lake Street, Webster, MA 01570. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St., Webster, directed the arrangements. A guest book is available at www.shawmajercik.com. commander of the American Legion Post 58 in Oxford, and was a founding member of the Oxford Memorial Honor Guard. He was a Little League coach, as well as an umpire for the Little League and Lassie League. Mr. King and his wife Phyllis have been involved in scouting since 1959. He was currently a member-at-large of the Hassanamisco District Mohegan Boy Scout Council. He was a Worcester County Chairman for the Department of Massachusetts American Legion Boy Scout Committee. He formed Cub Scout Pack 254 sponsored by the American Legion to help disabled children. He was a committee member and Cubmaster for 10 years for the American Legion Cub Scout Pack 149. Mr. King was formerly the Shooting Sports instructor for Treasure Valley Scout Reservation. He received the Silver Beaver award, the highest volunteer award given in scouting. He also received the E. Whitney Young award for working with intellectually challenged children. His funeral was held Thursday, Oct. 25, from Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, followed by a Mass at St. Ann’s Church, 652 Main St., North Oxford. Burial will be private at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Treasure Valley Scout Reservation – Mohegan Council, 394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland, MA 01543. OXFORD, Mass. and LARGO, Fla. – Matthew D. Twomey, 76, of Largo, passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 14, 2012 at his home. He was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Roberta Twomey who passed away in 2009. He leaves a daughter, Maura Twomey of Clearwater, Fla.; two sons, Christopher Twomey and his wife Lisa of North Grosvenordale, Conn. and Scott Dearent and his wife Debra of Dudley; six grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Kelcee Twomey, both of Millbury, “Little” Matty of N. Grosvenordale, and Nathan, Nicholas, and Nolan Dearent, all of Dudley; a brother, Timothy Twomey; and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Breen; and three brothers, John Twomey, Jeremiah Twomey and Hugh Twomey. Matthew was born in Boston on April 9, 1936, the son of the late Jeremiah and Mary Ellen (Murphy) Twomey. He attended Charlestown High School, and graduated from St. Anselm’s College in Manchester, N.H. He lived close to family and friends in OXFORD — Vernon Joseph Allain (“Billy and VJ”) went to eternal rest Oct. 18, 2012. He leaves his loving and caring wife of 56 years, Irene McGrath Allain and their seven sons and families — Brian, his wife Patti and children Kristin, Michael and Courtney; Keith, his wife Mi and their children Josefine, Julia, and Niklas; Daniel, his wife Kathy and their children, Jil McGinnes and VJ’s great-granddaughter Violet, Tara Boyer and John; David, his wife Denise and their children Matthew and Ali; Andrew, his wife Sharon and their children Drew and Wesley; Gerald, his wife Laura and their children Nina and Eve, and Christopher and his children Olivia and Christopher. He also sadly leaves his best friend and faithful brother Leonard Allain and his sister-in-law Barbara Allain. He joins in eternal rest his brothers, Donald, Reggie, Roger, Vernon and his sisters, Mildred and Doris. Vernon was born on Nov. 15, 1929 to Anselme and Rita Allain in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. He lived the American Dream immigrating to the United States at the age of 17 where he became a U.S. citizen. He served his country during the Korean War. He earned the Marksman Badge and the National Defense Service Medal. Upon his discharge, he began his career as a painter with the Henry Bottcher Painting Company. From there he joined Norton Company and for the next 36 years served in the Painting Department in a supervisory capacity. He is best remembered for painting a yellow ribbon on the Norton water tower during the Iraq War. For 20 years Bill also worked as a Security Guard at the DCU center and upon his retirement was honored for being one of the original members of the staff. However, never one to sit idle he continued to work in his retirement and spent many years at the Oxford WEBSTER — David F. Beland, 72, of School Street, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 in Parsons Hill Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center, Worcester, after a long illness. He leaves two brothers, Norman L. Beland and his wife Mary of Westborough and Richard P. “Chick” Beland of Worcester; his longtime friends, Kevin and Becky Walsh and family of Dudley; nephews, nieces and many friends. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Peter, Robert and Donald Beland. He was born and raised in Worcester, a son of Henry and Eva (Lanieur) Beland. He lived in Boston for over 25 years. He then moved back to Worcester for 10 years before taking up residence in Webster in 1994. He earned his high school diploma from Bartlett High School’s GED program in 2002. He was awarded top honors in his class and inducted into the National Honor Society. Mr. Beland was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam Era. He was a chef at various Boston restaurants for 25 years. He then volunteered at a Worcester furniture clearing house for 5 years. After he retired he was a volunteer for the Senior Corps’ Senior Companion WEBSTER – Anthony C. Dalimonte, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012. He was the son of the late Maria and Bartolomeo Dalimonte. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Yolanda M. (DiGiovanni) Dalimonte of Webster; two daughters, Linda A. Biando of Missoula, Mont., and Dianne M. Beaulieu of Tiverton, R.I.; five grandchildren, Michele L. Beauleiu and her fiancé Steven Bennett, Julie B. Edwards and her husband Stephan, Kathryn M. Heckert, Joel A. Beaulieu and Kristin M. Morss and her husband Travis; five greatgrandsons and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph, August and Vittorio; his sisters, Ann DiFederico and Mary Marcone and sons-inlaw, Conrad Beaulieu and Stephen R. Biando. Anthony was a U.S. Army veteran of World Matthew D. Twomey, 76 Vernon J. Allain David F. Beland, 72 Anthony C. Dalimonte, 91 Oxford for over 25 years before moving to Florida in 1997. Mr. Twomey’s career spanned some 40 years in the insurance, investment, and financial service industry, and he was Regional Vice President with Evergreen Investments before retiring. He was a member of the Seminole Elks and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Parish in Largo. While living in Oxford, he was a member of St. Roch’s Church. Matt will forever be remembered as a loving father to his children and a selfless caregiver to his wife in her time of need. Matt would light up the room with his outgoing personality and would leave a loving and lasting impression with all those he met. We will miss him dearly. A funeral Mass was held Friday, Oct. 26, at St. Roch’s Church, 332 Main St., Oxford. Burial was at St. Roch’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Roch’s Church, 334 Main St., Oxford, MA 01540. Paradis Funeral Home, Oxford, assisted the family with arrangements. Auto Auction indulging in his passion for automobiles. As a young man, Bill was a member of the Semi- Professional Hockey Team, the Worcester Warriors. He was a left wing, a prolific scorer and was known to have had one of the hardest slap shots in the League. He instilled this love of hockey in his sons who he enjoyed coaching as a founding member of the Worcester Pee Wee Hockey League. He also coached hockey at St. John’s in Shrewsbury. He had a love of baseball and founded the Minor League Capital Toys Ted Williams Little League Team where at one time his sons made up over half the team. Bill also was a nationally ranked horseshoe tournament player. He spent many hours at Woodland Street and Beaver Brook honing his shot. In the winter, Bill played candlepin bowling and again was a tournament champ. In his “retirement” Bill and his wife “Snookie” traveled extensively visiting much of Europe and his beloved Canada. He regaled his family with his travel stories and urged his grandchildren to see the world. A deeply devoted Roman Catholic, Bill was a communicant at St. Roch’s Church in Oxford. The family would like to thank Father Roy, the seminarians, the Sisters of St. Ann and the parishioners of St. Roch’s for their prayers. Special thanks to Natalia and Nellie for their care and companionship during Bill’s illness. Their kindness and concern will not be forgotten. Bill was a “Good Man” who will be deeply missed. His funeral was held on Monday, Oct. 22, from Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, followed by a Mass at St. Roch’s Church, 332 Main St., Oxford. Burial was at St. Roch’s Cemetery, Oxford. Program, which is a service provided by Tri-Valley, Inc. In 1990, Mr. Beland received the National Volunteer Award presented by Chock Full O’ Nuts Coffee for his dedication to the Worcester Committee of Homelessness and Housing. He was a longtime friend of Bill W. and helped many people over the years. There are no calling hours. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, in Saint Anthony of Padua Church, 24 Dudley Hill Road, Dudley. Burial will be private. Donations in his name may be made to the Senior Companion Program, c/o Senior Center, 128 Providence St., Worcester, MA 01604. Arrangements are under the direction of Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, 340 School St., Webster. www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com War II. He worked for more than 40 years at the American Optical Co. in Southbridge and several years at Nichols College in Dudley upon retirement. He was also a life member of the American Legion and a communicant of Saint Louis Church. Tony, as he was fondly known by many, enjoyed golfing, gardening, walking, reading, and playing cards. His greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with his family. Calling hours will be on Thursday, Nov. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St., Webster. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, Nov. 2, at 10 a.m. in Saint Louis Church, Lake Street, Webster. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Dudley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
www.webstertimes.net Friday, November 2, 2012 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 3 OBITUARIES WEBSTER — Joseph M. Ondrasek, age 86, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in Harrington Hospital, Southbridge. He leaves three sons, Paul Ondrasek of Webster, John Ondrasek and his wife Irene of Webster and David Ondrasek and his wife Renee of Thompson, Conn.; a sister, Jennie Benoit of Webster and six grandchildren. He was born in Webster, son of the late Martin and Emelia (Mikalaj) Ondrasek and lived here all his life. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He was retired from Shepherd Hill Regional High School, where he worked as a custodian. WEBSTER — Helen B. (O’Connell) Shaw, 92, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012 after an illness. Helen was a resident for the past 6 years at Matulaitis Nursing home in Putnam. Her husband Clifford Shaw died in 1988. She leaves five daughters: Sandra Plasse and her husband George of Webster, Billie Cote of Las Vegas, Nev., Mary Thompson and her husband Daniel of Canterbury, Conn., Linda Jackson and her husband Robert of Florida and Dale Duquette and her husband Arsene “Joe” of North Grosvenordale, Conn.; two sons: James Bellisle of Putnam, Joseph M. Ondrasek, 86 Helen B. Shaw, 92 SEND ALL OBITUARY NOTICES TO He was a member of the Webster-Dudley American Legion and the Slovak Sokol. He loved to dance, especially Polkas. His funeral was held Friday, Oct. 26, from the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St., Webster followed by a Mass in Saint Anthony of Padua Church, Dudley. Burial, with military honors performed by the Webster-Dudley Veterans Council, was in Calvary Cemetery, Dudley. Donations may be made to the Webster- Dudley Veterans Council, 4 Veterans Way, Webster, MA 01570. A guest book is available at www.shawmajercik.com. Conn., and William Auger of Dudley and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sons, David Bellisle and Francis Bellisle. She was born in Middletown, Conn., the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Surprise) O’Connell. She lived in Virginia and Webster for 30 years. Helen enjoyed spending time with her family and playing board games. She was an avid reader and fan of Jeopardy. Burial will be at a later date in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Webster. The Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Avenue, Dudley, directed the arrangements. www.bartelfuneralhome.com THE WEBSTER TIMES, 25 ELM ST., SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550, OR BY E-MAIL TO AMINOR@STONEBRIDGEPRESS.COM. WEBSTER —Charles E. Dwyer, 89 died peacefully Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 in Overlook Masonic Health Center, Charlton. His wife of 59 years, June E. (Spahl) Dwyer, passed in 2007. He leaves three daughters: Kathleen Bolduc of Newport, R.I., Jane D. Carrington of Putnam, Conn., and Mary E. Hegarty and her husband Patrick of Arlington; three sons: John Dwyer of San Diego, Calif., Timothy C. Dwyer and his wife Karen of East Lyme, Conn., and Chuck Dwyer and his wife Kathy of Medway; three sisters: Helen Groblewski of Webster, and Betty Ann Quinn and Maureen Martin, both of Dudley. He was a loving grandfather to 10 grandchildren, Hannah Bolduc McKenna and Chuck Bolduc, Dialynn, Amberlena, Gwynna and Quinn Dwyer, Dominic Hegarty and Brennan, Matthew and Adam Dwyer. He was predeceased by two brothers, Richard and William Dwyer and a sister, Dorothy Groblewski. He was born in Webster, the son of the late Richard J. and Helen (Deary) Dwyer. He was raised in Dudley and lived in Webster for 50 years before moving to Overlook Community in 2007. He graduated from Bartlett High School. MOOSUP — Barbara L. Breton, 78, of Moosup, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012 at the Regency Heights Health Care in Danielson. She was the beloved wife of Robert J. Breton, Sr. They were married Feb. 10, 1954. She leaves her husband, Robert J. Breton, Sr.; her sons, Robert J. Breton, Jr. of Webster, Mass., David Breton of Millbury, Mass., and Dan Breton and his wife Donna and son Danny, all of Moosup; a daughter, Patricia and her husband Matt Riley and daughter Jen Goyette, all of Auburn, Mass., and many Charles E. Dwyer, 89 Barbara L. Breton, 78 Charlie enlisted in the U. S. Navy to serve his country shortly after Pearl Harbor. He served in the Pacific area with the 108th Bomber Squadron and flew in and around Peleliu, Guam, Tinian and Iwo Jima on dozens of missions aboard a B-24 Liberator and PB-4Y aircraft. He was an aviation radioman first class and was a recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was a member of the Machine Printers & Engravers of USA. He worked for 45 years at Cranston Print Works retiring as Print Room Supervisor in 1984. Mr. Dwyer was a member of St. Louis Church and enjoyed volunteer work for the parish. He was a former member of Knights of Columbus, Council 228. His funeral was held Monday Oct. 29 from Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley, followed by a Mass in St. Louis Church, 14 Lake St., Webster. Burial with Military Honors was in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Webster. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Louis School Endowment Fund, C/O St. Louis Rectory, 15 Lake St., Webster, MA 01570 www.bartelfuneralhome.com nieces and nephews. She was born August 14, 1934 in Pomfret, daughter of the late Luther and Erma (Bumpus) Ladd. She was employed at Anchor Glass for many years. Her funeral was held Thursday, Oct. 25, at the Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson. To share a memory with her family, “Light a Candle” at www.gagnonandcostellofh.com. CALENDAR CALENDAR continued from page 1 Memorial Library, Schofield Avenue, Dudley. All ages and levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. For more information, call Mary Kunkel at 508-943-8107 or Jacqueline Vassar at 508-892-4754. OXFORD — The Oxford Senior Social Bingo will be held at 5:30 p.m. Fridays for senior citizens 55 and up behind the Town Hall. Doors open at 4 p.m. Refreshments available. For more information, call Fran at 508-987-2353. * EVERY SATURDAY * WEBSTER — The Webster/Dudley American Legion, corner of School and Houghton Streets, Webster, will hold a Meat Raffle at 4 p.m. Saturdays. All meat is provided by Market Basket of Oxford. Get your tickets early! * EVERY THIRD SATURDAY * WEBSTER —The Ladies Auxiliary of the Webster/Dudley American Legion, corner of School and Houghton Streets, Webster, will hold a Meat Raffle at 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month. * EVERY LAST SATURDAY * WEBSTER — The Grey Whisker Picker Band will be performing at 8 p.m. every last Saturday of the month in the downstairs lounge at the Webster/Dudley American Legion, corner of School and Houghton Streets, Webster. Every other Saturday evening we will continue with D.J. Emily with karaoke starting at 8 p.m. * EVERY SUNDAY * WEBSTER— Tri-State Country Music Lovers welcomes all to the Webster/Dudley American Legion, corner of School and Houghton Streets, Webster, for the best in live country music every Sunday. Doors open at 3 p.m. with music and dancing from 4-8 p.m. Admission is $10 per person with a 50/50 raffle weekly. Country karaoke follows in the downstairs lounge. During winter weather please call the Post at 508-943-9039 for any cancellations. * EVERY SECOND MONDAY * WEBSTER — The Webster Alzheimer’s Support Group meets from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at the Webster Library in the ground floor Conference Room. * EVERY TUESDAY * DUDLEY — Do you love to sing? Do you enjoy singing a range of traditional to contemporary Christian music? If you are fun-loving, hardworking and enjoy being part of a group committed to making beautiful music and growing together, come join us at our rehearsals at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the First Congregational Church of Dudley, 135 Center Road, Dudley, located right next to Nichols College. For more information, call 860-935-5219 or visit searching1961@aol.com. DUDLEY — Chair Yoga and so much more every Tuesday from 9 – 10 a.m. at The First Congregational Church, 135 Center Road, Dudley, MA. (Please park and enter through the right side basement entrance). Class Fee: $5/class voluntary contribution (Cancer patients always free). Proceeds donated to the First Congregational Church of Dudley. Instructor: Joanne LaLiberte, Holistic Health Practitioner. This class of Chair Yoga is to expand the lungs and strengthen all the body’s major muscle groups, for stability and mobility, balance, increasing flexibility, muscularity of hip and legs and increasing range of motion with our “rear view mirror” twists. We work through the entire body, quieting the nerves, relieving stress, realigning posture and we leave renewed. Chair Yoga is open to adults of all ages. It is kept light-hearted with respect for every member of the class. We honor the body as it is right now and work to improve its overall health. We come to class as individuals and leave as family. Get to know yourself through the eyes of Chair Yoga and build a body that serves you better. Wear comfortable clothing. As with any exercise program, check with your healthcare professional before starting. * EVERY FIRST WEDNESDAY * WEBSTER — The St. Louis League of Catholic Women is holding its yearly membership drive. The purpose of the league is to bring together women to further their cultural, social, and religious interests. The league meets every first Wednesday of the month, with the exception of January, February, July, August, and September. Programs this year will include cupcake decorating, Christmas sing-a-long, flowers in the Bible, movie night, crowning of Mary, and other interesting topics. If you are interested, please call Financial Secretary Louise Duval at 508-943-7695 or club President Carolyn Smith at 508-943-4732. * VERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY * OXFORD — The Nipmuck Coin Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Oxford Senior Center, 323 Main St., behind the Oxford Town Hall. For more information, contact Dick Lisi at lisirichard15@yahoo.com. * EVERY THURSDAY * WEBSTER — Open Mic Night is held at 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Webster/Dudley American Legion, corner of School and Houghton Streets, Webster. If you sing, play an instrument or have a few jokes to tell, stop down and give it a whirl. * EVERY FIRST THURSDAY * OXFORD — The Central Mass. Mother of Twins is a non-profit club to benefit those who are raising multiples and provide support and an outlet. The club meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every first Thursday of the month at the Oxford Community Center to discuss twinsrelated issues and have relaxing events such as movie nights and outings to take the children to and or your spouse or just for Moms. Anyone who is a childcare provider to multiples is welcomed and the meetings are held on the second floor of the building of the old school house. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 3 SOUTHBRIDGE — The Daughters of St. Nicholas will hold its annual Albanian Kitchen and Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox Church, 126 Morris St., Southbridge. The bake table will feature traditional Albanian spinach and leek pies, baklava, orange-date cookies, kurabias, and twist cookies along with many of your favorites. An Albanian-style-café will offer garden salad, egg-lemon soup, great northern bean soup, meatball and vegetable casserole, cabbage rolls, and baked macaroni and cheese. This event will also feature a Christmas table, wreaths, theme baskets, used books, and illustrated children’s books by Ruth Sanderson, author and illustrator. OXFORD — The Oxford Woman’s Club will hold a Artisan and Merchant Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 3 at St. Roch’s Church.Any interested vendors may call Paula Parker at 508-987- 2804. SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4 DUDLEY –Father John Westcott, Pastor of the Saint Columba Church, Center Road, Dudley, and his congregation, and the members of the Webster-Dudley Veterans’ Council, invite all veterans residing in the Webster- Dudley area to commemorate Veterans’ Day with them at the 10 a.m. service, Sunday, Nov. 4. Veterans and their auxiliaries, with their colors, are asked to assemble in the area fronting the church at 9:30 a.m. At 9:55 a.m., preceded by their national organization colors, they will march into the church where they will be directed to reserved pews by a member of the congregation. The members of the Webster- Dudley Veterans’ Council humbly take this opportunity to publicly thank Father Westcott and his congregation for allowing veterans and their auxiliaries from the Webster-Dudley area to commemorate Veterans’ Day in their tiny jewel of a church. NORTH OXFORD – The Crosspoint Christian Church, 155 Leicester St., North Oxford, will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. Nov. 4. NORTH OXFORD – The First Baptist Church, 693 Main St., North Oxford will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov. 4. OXFORD - The First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., Oxford will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov. 4. OXFORD – The St. Roch Church, 334 Main St., will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov. 4. OXFORD – The Grace Episcopal Church, 270 Main St. will hold an Open House from 1:30 –5 p.m. on Nov. 4. OXFORD – The Oxford United Methodist Church will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov.4. OXFORD – The Tabernacle of Praise Church A/G will hold an Open House from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov. 4. WEBSTER – The 200 Sportsmen Club, 184 Sutton Road, Webster, will hold a Turkey and Meat Raffle from 1 – 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 4. There will be refreshments, a cash bar and a door prize. MONDAY NOVEMBER 5 WEBSTER — The November art exhibit, “FREEDOM,” mixed media paintings by Jean Marie Paradis, will be on display and for sale Nov. 5-Dec. 1 at Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. Meet the artist reception on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 2-4 p.m. Hours: Monday 10-5, Tuesday-Friday 10-6:30, Saturday 10-5. Call 508-949-6232 for more information. TUESDAY NOVEMBER 6 WEBSTER — Parent and Child Together Time New Dates and Times!! Have fun with your child 2 through 5 years old, through play and socialize with others, participate in “Raising a CCC Cat of the Week: Nadine Hi. I’m Nadine, a one-year-old female. I was surrendered by my owner while I was pregnant and I later gave birth to four beautiful babies. I love to play. I get along with most cats and I don’t mind dogs. I’m looking for a nice family to love me. I’m in a foster home right now so if you’re interested in me please call my foster mother at (508) 361-5699. If you can’t adopt me, maybe you could sponsor me. Anyone can sponsor a cat by giving a monthly donation for that cat. You give any amount you wish, & your name is placed on the cat’s cage as his/her sponsor (if you want). There’s no commitment. However, most sponsors usually try to continue their sponsorship until that cat gets adopted to his/her forever home. The CCC is also in need of volunteers for all shifts. We have morning shifts, and afternoon/evening shifts 7 days a week. Please visit our website or call our Volunteer Coordinator Carrie at (860) 963-1298 for more information. We are also in need of supplies, such as bleach, towels, paper towels, toilet paper, wet and dry cat and kitten food, trash bags, and Clorox wipes. Any donations are greatly appreciated. They can be dropped off at the shelter when we are open. For more information visit our website at www.ccatconnect.org Reader” lending library and participate in the “Ages & Stages Help Me Grow” program. Groups will meet from 4 to 5:15 p.m. at the Chester C. Corbin Library Children’s Room, Webster. Accompanied by parent. Group sizes are limited to 12 children. You must register. Contact Danielle at 508-987-6050 ext. 1126 or email dmorrow@oxps.org. There is no charge. Sponsored by South County Community Partnership. Funded through the MA Department of Early Education and Care.www.mass.gov/eec. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 7 DUDLEY — The Dudley Woman’s Club will present “It’s All About You!” — Dudley Woman’s Club Health & Wellness Fair from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Dudley Municipal Complex on West Main Street. Open to the public, exhibitors will focus on women’s and men’s health, fitness, and wellness care with opportunities for pampering included. For more information, e-mail the DWC at DudleyWomansClub@charter.net or call Turn To CALENDAR, page 4
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