From The Editor - Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Turkey TrotOn Thanksgiving morning the 3rdAnnual Fairhaven Turkey Trot forHealth and Hunger will be takingplace in Fairhaven. Runners andwalkers cover a 3.1 mile course,which begins in Cushman Park at 8:00a.m. to celebrate health, camaraderie,and generosity on the holiday. Therace was designed by members of theFairhaven High School class of 1999to promote fitness in our hometownand to give back to the community.All proceeds from the race go tosupport Shepherd’s Pantry, Damien’sPantry, and M.O. Life.Online registration will be availableuntil Monday, Nov 19. You may alsoregister in person on Tuesday,November 20 from 4pm-8pm at theFairhaven Rec. Center, or register onThanksgiving morning between 7amand 7:45am at Rasputin’s Tavern onMain St. and Bridge St.Visit the websit at http://www.fairhaventurkeytrot.com to register.;$20.00 for individual; or give $30 foran extra donation to the pantriesStart time: 8am; Number and t-shirtpick-up: Tues, Nov 20 4pm-8pm ORThurs, Nov 22 7am-7:45amHoliday BazaarThe 21st Annual Nemasket GroupBazaar opens its doors on Sat., Nov.17th at 9 a.m.–4 p.m.. There is nocharge for admission and free parkingis available in the Nemasket GroupParking lot adjacent to the Gallery at56 Bridge Street, corner of Bridge andGreen Streets, Fairhaven. For moreinformation, please call the NemasketGroup at 508-999-4436 or e-mailHolidayBazaar@NemasketGroup.org.To learn more about The NemasketGroup visit www.NemasketGroup.org.Visit us for breakfast and lunch!This year’s Bazaar features some ofthe finest craftspeople in South -eastern Mass., as well as the ChanceAuction and Bake Table. Deliciouslunches and baked goods will beavailable throughout the day.Bake SaleA bake sale sponsored By AtriaFairhaven Mission Council To Raisemoney for American DiabetesAssociation, will be Wednesday,November 21, from 10 AM to 12 PM atAtria Fairhaven, 391 Alden RoadAROUND TOWN HAPPENINGSFairhaven; 508-994-9238.Rocky’s Grand OpeRocky’s Ace Hardware, a familyownedbusiness, founded in 1926,proudly announces that Rocky’s willbe entering a new market with theopening of a brand new store inFairhaven, MA. Construction at thenew site began in June, on Saturday,November 17 the store will berevealed to the public. The store islocated on Huttleston Avenue, (Rte.6) in the Fairhaven Stop & Shop Plaza.The Grand Opening Sale will startat 8am on Saturday with incrediblebuys from every department.The Festivities begin promptly at10am. To start off the ceremony MissNew Bedford 2013, Janelle Guenettewill sing our National Anthem. SeveralTown Selectmen and local officialswill join our President and CEO,Rocco Falcone II, in the officialopening of the store, culminating witha unique board cutting ceremony.Unlike some stores that signify theiropening by cutting a ribbon with apair of scissors; Rocky’s takes achainsaw to lumber! The festivitiescontinue throughout the day withmusic, FUN 107 broadcasting on siteand giveaways.Food DriveThe Fairhaven Business Associa -tion (FBA) is sponsoring a Food Driveto benefit both the First Congrega -tional Church of Fairhaven andSheperd’s Pantry. Anyone wishing todonate canned and dry goods maydrop off at either Art on Center, Inc.located at 15 Center Street, Fairhavenor What a Find! ConsignmentFurniture located at 154 HuttlestonAvenue, Fairhaven now throughSunday, November 18.Play at FHSThe Fairhaven High School TheatreCompany will perform Neil Simon’sRumors on November 15, 16, and17th at 7:30 in the Performing ArtsCenter at Fairhaven High School.America’s premier comic play -wright delighted audiences with thisout-and-out funny offering. Fourcouples are at the town house of adeputy New York City mayor and hiswife to celebrate their 10th weddinganniversary. The party never beginsbecause the host has shot himself inthe head (it’s only a flesh wound) andhis wife is missing. His lawyer’s coverup gets progressively more difficult tosustain as the other guests arrive andnobody can remember who has beentold what about whom.Tickets are $10.00 for Adults; $7.00for Seniors and Students. Tickets maybe purchased in advance by calling508-979-4051, ext. 5411 or at the doorthe night of the performances. Due toadult language and content, thisproduction is recommended formature audiences.Indoor Farmers MktThe Fairhaven Farmers Marketcontinues Sunday, 11/18, with anIndoor Thanksgiving Market at TheNemasket Gallery on the corner ofBridge and Green Street in Fairhaven.The market will run from 1-4pm insidewith bakery items, cheese, eggs,honey and many other wonderfullocally produced items. Stop by topurchase some local produce foryour upcoming holiday meal.Mothers’ ClubThe Fairhaven Mothers’ Club willhold its board meeting on Tuesday,11/20, at noon, at the MillicentLibrary, 45 Center Street, Fairhaven.Accessible. Chris Richard will give atalk on Colonial medicine.Holiday BazaarSt. Joseph School PTO presents itsannual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday,November 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m. at the School, 100 Spring Street,Fairhaven. Events to include Santa’sWorkshop, Chinese Auction, YardSale, Open Kitchen, Performance bythe School’s Choir, Classroom Giftsand Over 20 Vendors!!! For More Info.Call (508)996-1983Christmas FairTrinity Lutheran Church, 16Temple Place, Fairhaven, MA, isholding its annual Christmas Fair onSaturday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m., Featuring Knit Goods,Crafts, Plants, Play & Learn Campus'Treasure ChestLuncheon Offerings Include:Lobster Rolls, Scallops, FriedChicken, Sandwiches & more. Varietyof Delicious Homemade DessertsPage 6Thursday, November 15, 2012Fairhaven Neighborhood News