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The Boston Post Cane:
The Tradition Continues
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
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Thanksgiving –
A Time for Good Food, Fellowship
By Stewart Lytle, Reporter
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POSTAL CUSTOMER
Photo by Stewart Lytle
From left, Bill Plante, Jr. receives the Boston Post cane
from Newbury Board of Selectmen President Geoff Walker.
Photo provided by Amesbury
Councilor Nick Wheeler
The inscription on the head of the
Boston Post cane.
REGIONAL – Newspaper publishers are known for doing almost anything to grow
their readership. And few were better at creating readership-building promotions than
Edwin A. Grozier, publisher of the defunct Boston Post newspaper.
Shortly after taking over the Post in 1891, Grozier had 700 gold-headed ebony canes
made and distributed 431 of them to towns throughout New England. The canes were
awarded to the town’s oldest living man. After considerable controversy, women were
made eligible to receive the cane in 1930.
The recipients were allowed to keep the cane for the rest of their life or as long as they
lived in that town.
Grozier, a Provincetown native, worked at the Boston Herald and Boston Globe and
became the editor in chief of the New York Evening World before taking over the Boston
Post. The Post won the Pulitzer Prize for Meritorious Public Service for exposing Charles
Ponzi as a fraud. The scandal created the often-used term for stock swindles, a Ponzi
scheme.
There is no evidence that the canes helped Grozier grow the Post’s readership. He died
in 1924, and despite having a circulation of 255,000, his newspaper ceased publication
in October 1956.
But the canes survived and are now enjoying a renaissance. Dozens of Massachusetts
and New Hampshire towns, including several on the North Shore, carry on or are
reviving the Yankee tradition.
Grozier spared no expense in creating the original canes. He hired a leading cane-maker
to produce the canes from imported African ebony. Each cane had a 14k gold decorated
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Enjoying eight pies at the Hilton Senior Center
Photo by Stewart Lytle
REGIONAL –The Hilton Senior Center in Salisbury got the jump on Thanksgiving
dinner last week with a pie bake off.
Out of the competing eight pies, Pat Beeves won with her cocoanut crème pie. In
second place was Mary Sue Defeo, who baked a pumpkin praline pie. And Helen
D’Mato brought a pumpkin pie that her friend Sandy Dawson baked. It won third
prize.
The real winners, of course, were the 20 seniors and three judges who enjoyed eating
the eight pies that also included a pineapple, a cheesecake, an apple cake and three
other pumpkin pies.
The pies were judged by visual appeal, aroma, texture, taste and aftertaste.
Across the Merrimack River, the Newburyport Lions Club again for its third year is
hosting a Thanksgiving Day lunch at the senior/community center. The turkeys will
again be cooked by the staff of Anna Jaques Hospital.
Invited to the Lions’ lunch are seniors, individuals and families “who may be
spending the holiday alone this year.”
Promised is “a warm meal and goodwill” in a traditional holiday setting.
Last year, the luncheon fed about 300 people, including the meals delivered to
homes. This year, event chairman Donnie Jarvis expects that the Lions Club will feed
360 people, 160 at the senior center and 200 at home.
“I love Thanksgiving,” said Jarvis, who has co-chaired the event for the last several
years before heading it by himself this year. “It is a great opportunity for us to be
thankful for each other.”
The turkeys, cooked by the hospital staff, will be sliced by the “carving crew” from
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Lafayette Road, North Hampton,
NH. For additional information please
contact Joyce at (603) 431-8531For
18 years now, Seacoast Artisans, the
promoter of the highly lauded and
successful annual Portsmouth based,
early November Juried Arts & Crafts
Fair, is adding a new, albeit smaller
but 2 day “Boutique Craft Market”
December show. The Boutique Craft
Market is the weekend of December
2 & 3 located just a few doors down
from the LL Bean outlet. The mall is
located at 45 Lafayette Road in North
Massachusetts State Grange Awards were presented to long time members
at the recent meeting in Milton, Mass.
Grange members were present from all over the state of Massachus! etts.
The meeting started on Thursday evening with a get-together and a short
discussion to line up the schedule for the next few days. Everyone spent time
that evening greeting friends that we have not seen in a year.
Friday was spent at the regular session with several ideas and plans made for
the year to come. Resolutions were made and many speakers were heard. In
addition, the members were assigned their duties for the coming weekend.
Saturday night was the regular banquet with a presentation by Kathleen
and Robert Peterson as the main speakers. Introduced as the ‘Couple of the
Year’ were Barbara and Allan Gaspar of the Rowley Grange, Rowley, MA.
Allan and Barbara have had over 70 years each of service to the Mass. State
Grange. They even were active in the Maine State Grange where they spent
their summers. In their travels all over the country they’be always looked
forward to where they could go for a Grange meeting.
The Rowley Junior Grange presented “Songs from the Sound of Music”
at Plymouth several years ago. The children were great, and were well
appreciated by all.
We are very proud of our friends at the State Grange here in Mass and in
Maine. We are proud of many of the Juniors and all our brothers and sisters
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Allan and I want to thank all who were present at the awards ceremony for
the recognition of our contributions.
We ! are very proud of our friends of the Mass State Grange and thankful
for the many good times we’ve shared.
it as it may, thank you all for the surprise recognition.
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The holidays are fast
approaching and who
doesn’t like cookies?
Assuage your sweet tooth
guilt by buying cookies at
the seventh annual Cookie
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support the Friends of the
Amesbury Public Library.
Mark your calendars.
Cookie Walk 2017 will be
held Thursday, Dec. 14, at
6:30 p.m., after the library closes. Just purchase a cookie tin at the
Cookie Walk and fill it to the brim with your favorites.
“For the past six years we have been very successful in raising
money through the Cookie Walk program to go to the Friends of the
Library,” said APL Director Erin Matlin. “The Friends then turn that
money around and give it all back to the library. We use this money
to help fund programs and purchase supplies.
“It is that time of the year when we love to bake. Why not share
your love of baking with the library? We need bakers to make this
year’s program a success. We are looking for people to bake at least
three dozen cookies. Of course if you would like to make more, please
feel free.”
Bakers need to drop off the cookies at the library on the day of the
program, Thursday, Dec. 14, before 4:30 p.m.
“Not only do we need cookies, but we also need your recipe,”
Matlin said. “I plan to make recipe books of all the cookies in the
Cookie Walk, which will be on sale for $3.”
All proceeds from the sale will go to the Friends, whose mission is
to support the library and its staff, and to enhance the resources and
services of the library.
The funds raised from memberships, fundraisers like the Cookie
Walk, and the Book Shop pay for educational, cultural and technical
programs for adults, teens and children, including museum passes
subscriptions, refreshments, prizes and supplies for programs and
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The Boston Post Cane: The Tradition Continues
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head with the inscription:
“Presented by The Boston Post To
Oldest Citizen Of (Town Name).
To be Transmitted.”
Many of the black canes
have gone missing, were stolen,
accidently destroyed, sold on
eBay or not returned to the town
when the recipient passed away.
To protect their cane, some
towns now store the original in a
vault or in a display cabinet and
award the recipient a replica.
Last week, the Newbury Board
of Selectmen and the Council
on Aging awarded its Boston Post
cane appropriately to a venerable
journalist, Bill Plante, Jr., the
former editor of the Newburyport
Daily News. Plante, a feisty 96,
took the moment of his being
recognized to warn the dozens
who gathered at the Fireman’s
Memorial Hall against attacks on
a free press in the current political
climate.
“There is nothing more
important than being a citizen of
this country and maintaining our
freedoms,” Plante said.
Plante was the 14th recipient in
a long line of oldest residents in
Newbury that began in 1912 with
B.C. Welch, age 77. Newbury
took a hiatus in awarding the
canes after giving one to Lewis
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Elaborate table centerpieces
are designed and produced by
the Newburyport Horticultural
Society.
Serving the dinner will be
volunteers from the Newburyport
Rotary Club and the Newburyport
Exchange Club, Our Neighbors’
Table, Yankee Homecoming and
employees of Market Basket.
To make sure the turkeys arrive
hot, the meals scheduled for
delivery to homes will be packed
in thermal isolated bags provided
by The Institution for Savings.
Roseann Robillard, director
of the city’s Council on Aging,
said the Lions Club luncheon is
a great event. It is also an event
that attracts a wide range of
volunteers.
“The phone rings all weeks.
Woodman, age 90, in 1963. The
next recipient was Sarah Gowdey,
age 98, in 1983.
Georgetown for years kept its
original cane locked in a vault.
In 2015, it moved the cane to
a custom display case with two
separate keyed locks on the
second floor of their Town Hall.
Ken Nunan, Georgetown’s
current recipient, was honored
with the presentation of the cane
two years ago when he was 100.
Amesbury last awarded a
cane in 2008 to Florence Ruth
Wilson, who died at 106 in
2010. The cane was returned to
the clerk’s office, but disappeared
until it was found behind a file
cabinet. Unfamiliar with the cane
tradition, town employees stuck
the city’s cane in an umbrella
stand.
That is where new city councilor
Nick Wheeler found it. He and
Susan Grant, two members of
the committee planning the city’s
350th anniversary celebration,
learned about the Boston Post
cane tradition and have begun
reviving it.
Grant purchased a replica of
the cane from the town clerk at
Petersborough, NH, and had
the town’s name added to the
engraving on the handle. It cost
her $150 for the cane and $20 for
People ask how they can get
involved,” Robillard said. Families
come to help, often bringing their
children, she said.
Jarvis, known for his work
with veterans, said he became
passionate about the Thanksgiving
event because it is a chance for
the community to help those less
fortunate and those who are alone
on the most family oriented day.
“I want them to be part of this
family.”
But Jarvis admits “it is a lot of
work.”
The menu for the singleseating
lunch, served at 12:30
p.m., is turkey and stuffing,
mashed potatoes, peas with pearl
onion, cranberry sauce, rolls and
assorted desserts.
The Thanksgiving Day luncheon
was one of the first events held in
the senior, community center.
the engraving.
Wheeler is working with the
Whittier Technical High School
to build Amesbury a display
case that will showcase the cane
in the city hall lobby. They
are researching town records
to identify the oldest resident,
who will be awarded the replica
of the cane in January at the
inauguration of Mayor Ken Gray
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In some towns people grew
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afraid to receive the cane. It was
perceived as the kiss of death. In
Plaistow, NH and in Nantucket,
several recipients of the cane died
shortly after being honored for
being the oldest resident.
Some local officials abandoned
the tradition because it became
too controversial to determine
who is the town’s oldest person.
A few eligible recipients simply
did not want to be honored for
being old. As one said, “This
proves you are a geezer.”
Thanksgiving – A Time for Good Food, Fellowship
The doors to the new building
were barely open two years ago
this month when the Lions
brought their annual lunch.
The senior/community center
is at 331 High Street in front
of the Bresnahan Elementary
School.
Transportation will be provided
on bus, which will begin its route
at 11 a.m. Stops are at Woodman
Way, Park Circle, Horton Terrace,
North Atkinson Street, Sullivan
Building, James Steam Mill,
Salvation Army and the Heritage
House.
There is still time to get
involved. The Lions Club is
looking for donations of desserts.
If you would like to bake cookies,
brownies, apple, blueberry,
pumpkin or mince pie, please
drop the dessert at the senior
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Wednesday field trips. Wed,
Nov 22, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Meet at Joppa Flats Education
Center, One Plum Island
Turnpike, Newburyport. Cost:
members, $14/nonmembers,
$17. No preregistration required.
Mass Audubon members receive
discounts on programs. For more
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23rd
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24th
NELSON ISLAND TOUR
spot that few people visit: Nelson
Island. Learn about the history of
this little known refuge jewel. If
weather and tide permits, we’ll take
a very short walk along the marsh.
(Muddy, wet areas are possible so
rubber boots are recommended.)
Consider bringing binoculars
and/or a camera. *Please note:
Those who call and leave messages
after hours, your registration is
not confirmed until you receive
a confirmation call from a refuge
staff member. Preregistration is
required. Please call (978) 465-
5753 for more information.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25th
SATURDAY MORNING
BIRDING
Our experienced leaders will
take you to birding hot spots in the
Newburyport/Plum Island area in
search of avian activity. Beginners
and birders of all skill levels are
welcome. Sat, Nov 25, 9:00 am
- 11:30 am. Meet at Joppa Flats
Education Center, One Plum
Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Cost: members, $10/nonmembers,
$12. No preregistration required.
Mass Audubon members receive
discounts on programs. For more
information, call 978-462-9998
for information about additional
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TOUR!
Held on the following days:
Saturday, November 25th @ 9:30
a.m.; and Sunday, November 26th
@ 1:00 p.m. Join a refuge ranger
for a behind the scenes tour of
Parker River National Wildlife
Refuge. Tour will be conducted
via refuge van, with several brief
“drive by” stops along the way.
The tour will present an “up close
and personal” look at the refuge
through the multiple lenses of the
cultural history of Plum Island
and the Great Marsh, native
wildlife and their habitats, and
the role of refuge management in
the conservation of these precious
natural resources. Participants may
be driven along areas on the refuge
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otherwise closed to the public.
This guided two hour program is
most appropriate for older teens
and adults. Binoculars and/or a
camera are recommended, but not
required. Meet the ranger in the
lobby of the refuge visitor center
15 minutes prior to the program
start time. Each session is limited
to 14 participants; no more than
4 individuals per sign-up. Again,
this is a vehicle – based tour,
with limited stops on the refuge.
Advance registration is required
for this program, as enrollment is
limited. Be advised that individual
tours may be subject to cancellation.
*Please note: Those who call and
leave messages after hours, your
registration is not confirmed until
you receive a confirmation call
from a refuge staff member. Please
call (978) 465-5753 to register for
this program.
TOO MUCH PIE HIKE
This brisk hike through the
Crane Wildlife Refuge will walk
away any residual feelings of
fullness from your Thanksgiving
feast – especially that “ooooh, I
ate too much pie” regret. The stark
beauty of the dunes, the big empty
sky, the barren stretch of sand to the
sea will remind us that less can be
more – the perfect way to reset the
stomach’s expectations! Saturday,
November 25 | 1-3PM Please
note: We will be hiking up and
down dunes, through soft sand, at
a good pace, for approximately 2
½ - 3 miles. Suggested ages 13 and
older. Pre-registration required.
Members: $9 Nonmembers: $15
Contact info: Dorothy Antczak,
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SATURDAY
Old fashioned Spaghetti Supper
& Ice Cream Sundaes! Saturday,
November 25, from 4:30-6:30
p.m. Union Congregational
Church, 350 Main St., Point Shore,
Amesbury (across from Alliance
Park). Spaghetti with homemade
sauce, meatballs, garlic bread, and
salad. Try our ice cream sundaes
with homemade brownies. “All
you can eat!” Individual $8. Family
$28. Take-out available for $9. To
benefit Union Congregational
Church’s historic 1835 Currier &
Ives Meetinghouse overlooking the
Merrimack River. Handicapped
accessible. Please join us! Our
events and services are open to
all no matter what denomination
or religion. We are Open and
Affirming. All are welcome! Rev.
Lucy Blood, Minister. 978-388-
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26th
BIRDING FROM NAHANT
TO EAST BOSTON
Late November provides an
opportunity to enjoy the remaining
fall migrants as well as wintering
species. On this trip, we will
explore hot spots in the northern
section of Boston Harbor, starting
in Nahant, which offers a good
concentration of sea ducks, loons,
grebes, and winter shorebirds such
as purple sandpipers. Wintering
and late migrant passerines are
possible in the thickets. Revere
and Winthrop provide numerous
locations for great views of large
numbers of ducks, grebes, loons,
and gulls, with possible sightings of
black-headed and mew gulls, king
eiders, Barrow’s goldeneyes, and
late or overwintering shorebirds.
Finally, Belle Isle Marsh in East
Boston is a great spot to see ducks,
northern harriers, and hearty
sparrows and other passerines that
brave fall’s blustery weather. Sun,
Nov 26, 2017 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Meet at the beach parking lot on
the left at the end of the causeway
to the first island (Little Nahant).
Cost: members, $45/nonmembers,
$55. Preregistration required.
Mass Audubon members receive
discounts on programs. For more
information, call 978-462-9998
for information about additional
programs and events, or visit the
website at www.massaudubon.
org/joppaflatsprograms.
PARKER RIVER NATIONAL
WILDLIFE REFUGE -
BEHIND THE SCENES
TOUR!
Held on the following day -
Sunday, November 26th @ 1:00
p.m. Join a refuge ranger for a
behind the scenes tour of Parker
River National Wildlife Refuge.
Tour will be conducted via refuge
van, with several brief “drive by”
stops along the way. The tour will
present an “up close and personal”
look at the refuge through the
multiple lenses of the cultural
history of Plum Island and the
Great Marsh, native wildlife
and their habitats, and the role
of refuge management in the
conservation of these precious
natural resources. Participants may
be driven along areas on the refuge
otherwise closed to the public.
This guided two hour program is
most appropriate for older teens
and adults. Binoculars and/or a
camera are recommended, but not
required. Meet the ranger in the
lobby of the refuge visitor center
15 minutes prior to the program
start time. Each session is limited
to 14 participants; no more than
4 individuals per sign-up. Again,
this is a vehicle – based tour,
with limited stops on the refuge.
Advance registration is required
for this program, as enrollment is
limited. Be advised that individual
tours may be subject to cancellation.
*Please note: Those who call and
leave messages after hours, your
registration is not confirmed until
you receive a confirmation call
from a refuge staff member. Please
call (978) 465-5753 to register for
this program.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE
LIGHTING
We invite you to join us and
the Salisbury Historical Society
as we light the Christmas Tree on
Salisbury Square to kick off the
2017 Holiday
The
Season. Sunday,
Town Comm
November 26th 4pm to 7pm
Open House at the Salisbury
Historical Society refreshments
provided by members of the East
Parish United Methodist Church.
Carols and Tree lighting on the
green at 5.30pm. Music provided
by the Salisbury Elementary School
Band and Chamber Member Gil
Medeiros. Visit from Santa.
NEW ENGLAND TENORS
The Society of St. Vincent De
Paul of Immaculate Conception
Parish, Newburyport, is once
again fortunate to have the New
The Town Commo
England Tenors perform a benefit
concert in Newburyport. The
I.C, Church will be the setting as
the tenors perform this wonderful
Christmas musical presentation.
The youth group “My Own Voice”
will also present their joyous songs
of the season for all to enjoy. Place:
Immaculate Conception Church,
42 Green St, Newburyport. Time:
2:00pm. Date: Sunday, November
26, 2017 Tickets: $20.00 for
adults -- $12.00 for children
under 12. Further information
please call Bunny Chiasson @ 978-
465-5810 or email: sandbunnyc@
yahoo,com
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28th
PLUM ISLAND WATERFOWL
TOUR
Tuesday, November 28th,
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. - Hop
on board the refuge’s Magic Bus
for a special three hour tour that
will take you to several locations
on Plum Island – both on and
off the national wildlife refuge
– where you are most likely to
see a variety of waterfowl species
(e.g., ducks and geese). Learn
about the natural history of these
fascinating creatures from veteran
birder and refuge volunteer Bill
Gette. The program leader will
have a spotting scope and several
loaner binoculars. Participants
are welcome to bring their own
binoculars. Tour is limited to 14
participants. Meet the tour leader
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AMESBURY - Melanie Rogers will be at the Amesbury Public Library on Wednesday, December 6 at 3:00.
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Cookie Walk – a perfect way to support the Friends of the Amesbury
Grab & Go Public Library. Mark your calendars. Cookie Walk 2017 will be held
Party Trays Thursday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m., after the library closes. Just purchase a
cookie tin at the Cookie
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978-465-2225 “For the past six years we have been very successful in raising money
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said APL Director Erin Matlin. “The Friends then turn that money
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Pets, around and give Animals, it all back to the library. We Plus use this money to help
Newburyport fund programs and purchase supplies. “It is that time of the year when
we love to bake. Why not share your love of baking with the library? We
need bakers to make this year’s program a success. We are looking for
Health & Fitness
people to bake at least three dozen cookies. Of course if you would like
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library on the day of the program, Thursday, Dec. 14, before 4:30 p.m.
“Not only do we need cookies, but we also need your recipe,” Matlin
said. “I plan to make recipe books of all the cookies in the Cookie Walk,
which will be on sale for $3.” All proceeds from the sale will go to the
Friends, whose mission is to support the library and its staff, and to
enhance the resources and services of the library. The funds raised from
memberships, fundraisers like the Cookie Walk, and the Book Shop pay
for educational, cultural and technical programs for adults, teens and
children, including museum passes subscriptions, refreshments, prizes
and supplies for programs and activities, technology aids and any special
requests made by the library staff.
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AMESBURY - The Amesbury Library Genealogy Club will present
Henry Lukas of the Spellman Museum on Monday, December 18 at
1:00 p.m. He will be discussing the history of the postage stamp. We
will find out about the different collections at the Spellman Museum.
Registration is required. Please contact Margie Walker at mwalker@
amesburylibrary.org or 978-388-8148.
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AMESBURY/NEWBURYPORT - Council on Aging sponsors special
Holiday Trip; join us for a 1:30pm matinee performance of The
Nutcracker @ the Boston Opera House on Saturday, December 9th. Be
transported to the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy and dancing
snowflakes, create an annual tradition with family and friends. $99pp
includes Orchestra Center seating, round trip motorcoach transportation;
lunch on own. For further details contact the Newburyport COA 978-
462-0430 or Amesbury COA 978-388-8138.
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BYFIELD - TTS Players proudly presents High School Musical Jr. with
an all-star cast of talented local teenage actors at the Byfield Community
Arts Center 7 Central St. Byfield Mass. The show runs evenings on Dec.
8, 15, 16 at 7pm and matinees on Dec 9, 10, 17 at 2pm. Tickets are
$15.00 for adults and $10.00 for children/seniors. Ask about group rates!
To reserve by phone call (978) 463-3335 (calls will not be returned you
can pay at pick up) or reserve by email ttsplayers@gmail.com Tickets for
all show are available at the door. For more information about this show
and upcoming Auditions visit us at www.tts-players.com Be sure to Like
us on Facebook TTS Players
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Christmas Trees and Stands • Twinkle Lights and Ornaments
GEORGETOWN - Save the Date! Enjoy the shopping season at
Georgetown’s Holiday Shop Hop! Saturday, December 9th, 10 am-5
Fresh Greens, Wreaths, and Garlands
pm all over town. Visit your favorite shops and discover new ones!
Custom Centerpieces • Artificial Trees and Arrangements
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DOVER, NH - Antiques Flea Market held the first Wednesday of each
Kissing Balls • Poinsettias • Unique Gifts and Plenty of Holiday Cheer! month from October to April at the Dover Elks Hall, 282 Durham Rd.,
Rte. 108 Dover, NH (exit 7 off Rte. 16, 1.7 miles south on Rte. 108 on
60 Turnpike Road, Ipswich • 978-356-6342
left). Features 35 dealers that offer Fun and Funky Antiques and Vintage
Goods. Catered! For more info call (207) 396-4255
104 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester • 978-281-4480
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GEORGETOWN – The Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority
www.wolfhillgardencenter.com
(MVRTA) provides one day per week of shared medical transportation
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several Boston hospitals. In Georgetown, a van will pickup and drop-off clients on Monday at their homes. If
you need a ride on another day, please call the MVRTA’s Office of Special Services and they will do their best
to accommodate your needs. At Lahey Clinic, customers should make medical appointments between 10:30
a.m.-2 p.m. The van will depart Lahey Clinic no later than 3:30 p.m. Customers with medical appointments
in Boston should make appointments between 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The van will depart Boston no later than
3:30 p.m. Boston hospitals include Massachusetts General Hospital, Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary, Shriner’s
Burn Institute, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Tufts New England Medical
Center, Tufts Floating Hospital for Children, Beth Israel/Deaconess Medical Center, Brigham and Women’s
Hospital, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Children’s Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Joslin
Diabetes Center and VA Medical Center in Jamaica Plain. Rates are $8 cash one-way or $16 cash round trip.
Reservations and applications will be necessary. Reservations may be made 1-2 weeks in advance by calling the
MVRTA’s Office of Special Services at (978) 469-6878, selecting Option 3. For further information, call the
COA at (978) 352-5726 or the MVRTA at (978) 469-6878, selecting option 3.
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GEORGETOWN – The Georgetown COA is seeking volunteers to assist in staffing the reception desk at
the new Georgetown Senior Community Center. For further information, please call the COA at 978-352-
5726.
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GEORGETOWN - To offer additional exercise opportunities, the Georgetown COA has established a fitness
room that includes two treadmills and two exercise bikes, some free weights and resistance bands at the new
Georgetown Senior Community Center. The equipment is available for use when exercise classes are not
underway. For scheduling information, please call the COA at 978-352-5726.
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GEORGETOWN – TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a nonprofit, noncommercial network of weight-loss
support groups and wellness education organization. TOPS offers tools and programs for healthy living and
weight management. Weekly meetings include private weigh-ins and informational programs on nutrition,
exercise, healthy lifestyles and most importantly; a group of caring people to provide support and cheer you
on. TOPS MA 308 Georgetown meets on Thursday evenings in the Knights of Columbus Hall at 7 PM.
Come for a visit and see what we’re about. For more information on the organization, check out the website
at www.tops.org
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GEORGETOWN – Drop in for a card game or cribbage game Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9-
10:30 a.m. at the Georgetown Senior Community Center. Coffee and snacks are served along with plenty
of good fun. Make a day of it and stay for lunch. In the summer heat, this is a cool place to be! For further
information, please call the COA office at (978) 352-5726.
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GEORGETOWN – As the Georgetown COA updates the newsletter mailing list to comply with new U.S.
Postal Service regulations, some addresses have been eliminated from the COA newsletter mailing list. If you
no longer receive the COA newsletter and would like to be added back to the newsletter mailing list, please
call the COA at (978) 352-5726 to update your contact information.
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HAMPTON - Seacoast Artisans Holiday Arts & Crafts Boutique Market Annual Holiday Fair! Dec 2 & 3,
10am to 4pm, Lafayette Crossing Mall, 45 Lafayette Road, North Hampton, NH. For additional information
please contact Joyce at (603) 431-8531For 18 years now, Seacoast Artisans, the promoter of the highly
lauded and successful annual Portsmouth based, early November Juried Arts & Crafts Fair, is adding a new,
albeit smaller but 2 day “Boutique Craft Market” December show. The
Boutique Craft Market is the weekend of December 2 & 3 located just
a few doors down from the LL Bean outlet. The mall is located at 45
Lafayette Road in North Hampton, NH and will be open from 10-4
both days. There will be light refreshments, a festive atmosphere and 20+
vendors with unique, local, hand made crafts at a variety of price points
offering gifts for everyone on your shopping list...including you! Unlike
larger juried shows there will be NO fee for entry into the event .
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IPSWICH – Christmas Bazaar will be on Saturday, December 2nd and
run from 9 am to 2 pm and feature craft vendors and a silent auction.
Other activities include white elephant tables, a festive trees and wreaths
raffle, gift baskets and a bake sale. Lunch and snacks will be available for
purchase. Parking is available in our lot across from the Church at 31
County St. This event is part of a year-long parish celebration of our 150
years of communion and service in Ipswich. More information at www.
amcipswich.org or 978-356-2560.
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IPSWICH – “Jingle Bell Walk” Saturday, December 2, 2017, 11:00am
until 1:30pm. Join us for a day of holiday festivities and cheer! Greet
Santa as he arrives at the Ipswich Town Wharf. Sing carols with Buddy
the Elf as we await Santa’s arrival! Jingle bells will be available for purchase.
Jingle your bells and follow our honored guest and Buddy the Elf on a
festive “Jingle Bell Walk” to the Ipswich Town Hall at 45 Green Street.
Keep a sharp eye out for the “Grinch”! Once Santa arrives at Town Hall,
he will receive children 11 and under while holiday carolers entertain.
Parents are urged to bring a camera! Each child will receive a gift bag
from Santa as well. Following their visit with Santa, the children can
have their faces painted, play festive games, create holiday crafts, and
watch Elf. The Rotary Club will serve hot dogs, hot cocoa and more in
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in the refuge visitor center lobby
15 minutes before the program
start time. This program is most
appropriate for teens and adults.
Preregistration required. Please
call (978) 465-5753 to register for
this program. For directions to the
refuge, click on this link: http://
www.fws.gov/refuge/Great_Bay/
visit/plan_your_visit.html
HEARING SCREENINGS
Tuesday November 28th
@ 10am. Hearing Screening
offered by Audiology Network of
Salisbury. Find out about the most
current advanced technology and
common frustrations of hearing
aid wearers. Did you know hearing
aids have the ability to synch with
a smartphone so you can answer
the phone through your hearing
aid? Sign up for your private
session to get tested and up-date
any changes in your hearing. You
will be assisted with any questions
or concerns you may have. Call
978-462-2412 for your private 15
minute appointment.
TALKING BOOKS & CLEAR
CAPTION PHONES
Tuesday November 28th @
Noon. Talking books and Clear
Caption Phones. Here are two
great devices to enhance your
enjoyment of staying connected
to the world and world events.
Gayle Yarnell will inform us of the
ability to receive great “talking”
books free each month for the
visually impaired. Clear Captions
will demonstrate their free phones
for the hearing impaired. Please
register by calling 978-462-2412
POETRY SERIES
On Tuesday, November 28th at
6:00 PM, the Amesbury Public
Library welcomes featured poet,
Priscilla Turner Spada. She is a poet
and artist from Newburyport, MA.
Her chapbook, Light in Unopened
Windows, was published in 2016,
by Finishing Line Press. It deals
with subjects about family and
an aging mother who died in her
100th year. She is a regular reader
at the Powow River, Merrimac
Mic, and Portsmouth poetry
hoots. She was a featured reader
there; at RiverRun Bookstore,
Portsmouth; and Gibson’s in
Concord, NH in 2017. She has
had a glassbead/jewelry making
business for 20 years. She went
to art school after high school and
has taken many art classes over
the years, including the Museum
School in Boston. She has been in
many art exhibits, including onewoman
shows in the past. The
Amesbury Public Library, 149
Main St., hosts a monthly poetry
series with an open mic. Each
month there is a featured poet
followed by a discussion, an open
mic and light refreshments. Lainie
Senechal, Amesbury Poet Laureate,
hosts this event. Free and open
to the public. For information:
amesburypubliclibrary.org or 978-
388-9771.
NEWBURPURT LIBRARY
EVENTS
On Tuesday, November 28th
at 7pm, NPL will host author,
educator, and licensed social
worker Mary Jacobsen for her
presentation “It Ain’t Necessarily
So!” Findings from the “Far
Side” of Positive Psychology
That Revise Our Assumptions
about Happiness & Success.” You
may be familiar with findings
from Positive Psychology that
underscore common sense beliefs
about the sources of happiness.
For example: practice gratitude;
savor the moment; cultivate
positive emotions. But you
may not be aware that research
from the “far side” of positive
psychology has shown that many
of our assumptions about the
sources of happiness and success
“ain’t necessarily so.” Such research
has exposed the unintended
negative consequences of wellmeaning
strategies to promote
self-esteem and productivity. Also
on Tuesday, November 28th at
7pm, join us for NPL’s Just the
Facts Book Group. This month,
we are discussing The Naturalist:
Theodore Roosevelt, A Lifetime
of Exploration, and the Triumph
of American Natural History by
Darrin Lunde. No reservations
necessary. If you would like staff to
put the book on hold for you, call
us at 978-465-4428. https://www.
newburyportpl.org/events/11-
2017
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER
29th
WEDNESDAY MORNING
BIRDING ON THE CAPE
These very popular programs
provide an excellent opportunity to
explore one of the most productive
birding areas in the country. To
date, we have seen over 320 species
of birds on these Wednesday field
trips. We will depart from our
normal routine and bird on Cape
Ann on the following Wednesdays:
November 29, December 13, and
January 10. Wed, Nov 29, 9:30 am
- 12:30 pm. Meet in Gloucester at
the Friendly’s restaurant at the first
traffic circle on Route 128. Cost:
members, $14/nonmembers,
$17. No preregistration required.
Mass Audubon members receive
discounts on programs. For more
information, call 978-462-9998
for information about additional
programs and events, or visit the
website at www.massaudubon.
org/joppaflatsprograms.
ROWLEY GRANGE SUPPER
The Rowley Grange will sponsor
the last supper of the season
featuring Clam Chowder, Fish
Chowder and Lentil Soup along
with homemade biscuits, crackers
and a homemade dessert. Seatings
at 5 and 6 pm. Reserved tickets
are $9 and non-reserved tickets are
$10. Call 978-948-7288 or 978-
948-2635 and leave a message
with name, number of your party
and which seating you plan to
attend. Suppers will resume in
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the COA cafeteria. Tickets will be available for purchase in order to enjoy delicious food, face painting, and
crafts. There will be free games to play as well as raffles for Christmas trees and four Celtics Tickets for the
February 26th game against Memphis at 7:30pm! In the event of rain or heavy snow, we will meet at Town
Hall. Parking is available at Town Hall and in the Ascension Memorial Church lot. Unfortunately, no pets
are allowed in Town Hall. Attendees are encouraged to bring unwrapped gifts fit for a child to support the
Marines in their organization, Toys for Tots! For more information go to www.ipswichrotary.org. Proceeds
from the Jingle Bell Walk will be donated to Cure CMT4J / The Talia Duff Foundation Inc. This organization
is aiming to raise awareness and provide support for the development of gene therapy to cure CMT4J, a rare,
rapidly progressing neurological disease, similar to ALS.
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IPSWICH - Holiday Stroll - Free refreshments & more! The Ipswich Business Round table is hosting its annual
Holiday Stroll in downtown Ipswich, December 2nd, from 1 - 4pm. Santa will be here. All participating shops
will have free goodies, crafts, etc., Perfect for the young and young at heart.
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NEWBURYPORT – Looking for a special holiday gift for the music lover in your life? How about a gift
certificate to the Maudslay Arts Center (MAC) Summer Concert Series? Baby, it’s cold outside now, but just
think about sitting under the stars on a moonlit summer evening. The Maudslay Arts Center Summer Concert
Series provides the perfect setting for your entertainment pleasure. This coming summer MAC will celebrate
its 26th season, which promises something for every musical taste from classical to jazz, from country to the
Great American Songbook. Maudslay Arts Center is located at 95 Curzon Mill Road, Maudslay State Park,
Newburyport MA 01950. The concerts are held rain or shine, moving inside to the MAC Concert Barn when
weather dictates. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner, which can be casual or as elaborate
as a gourmet meal with tablecloth and flowers and whatever suits the patron’s fancy. Delicious desserts such
as seasonal cobblers, brownies, and Hodgie’s ice cream, cold beverages and coffee may be purchased during
intermission, all served by dedicated MAC volunteers, who continue to make this non-profit series happen. To
purchase gift certificates online (major credit cards accepted) visit the MAC website at www.maudslayartscenter.
org, call 978-618-5248 or send a check to Maudslay Arts Center c/o Costello, 182 Whitehall Road, Amesbury
MA 01913. If you can’t make a show but want to help MAC, you can make a donation to MAC in any
amount online or inquire about becoming a Friend of MAC. It’s just that easy.
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NEWBURYPORT – Is there room in your home and heart for a foster child? The Department of Children
and Families is actively recruiting foster parents for children in your
community coming into care. Our goal is to provide our foster children
with a supportive and healing environment in a home in their own
community until they can be reunited with their families or another
plan can be made on their behalf. The rewards of providing daily care,
guidance and acceptance are immeasurable. Attend an information
session Thursday, December 7th to learn more about Foster Care and
Fostering to Adopt through the Massachusetts Department of Children
& Families (DCF): www.FosterMA-hc.eventbrite.com. Sign up
requested but not required - walk ins welcome day of!
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NEWBURYPORT – It’s no secret that downtown Newburyport is a ‘must
visit’ during the holiday season. Each year, the Chamber of Commerce,
with the help of generous local businesses decorates downtown with
a holiday tree, lights and festive garland on every lamppost. As our
community has grown, locals and visitors have requested more decorations
and a larger tree. This year, with your help, we will make that a reality.
Downtown will glisten with a 35-foot tree adorned with hundreds of
white lights placed by a professional tree lighting company. In addition,
eight trees on Inn Street will be decorated to brighten your holiday season
Town
strolls through downtown. “We are really
Common
looking forward to seeing the
looks on children and adult’s faces when they see the tree and lights,”
said Lauren Husson, Event Specialist for the Chamber of Commerce. If
you believe that there is no place like Newburyport during the holiday
season, would you consider supporting our efforts? With your support,
we can continue to enhance the holiday season in Newburyport. Visit
www.newburyportchamber.org for more information and to donate! “It
takes a village to pull something like this off. We live, work and play in
Weekly Community Newspaper
a really special place and we really hope our community comes together
and supports these efforts,” said Chris Johnston, Director of Membership
for the Chamber of Commerce. “Every dollar counts,” he added! Watch
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• Errands
• Assistance with Mobility
• Friendly Companionship
• Respite Care for Families
• Light Housekeeping
• Bathing Assistance
• Alzheimer/Dementia Care
• Up to 24 Hour Care
• Medication Reminders
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softener & (2006) septic system. HUGE walkout, partially finished
basement w/ workshop. Big shed. Security system. Central air.
Attached 2-car garage w/ attic space above. EVERYTHING. Now
$737,500! Call or email John McCarthy at 978-835-2573 or
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ROWLEY REALTY
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Phone 978-948-2758 • Fax 978-948-2454
Sold Single Family Homes
Address, Town Description DOM List Price Sold For Orig Price
28 Old Jacobs Rd, Georgetown 6 room, 3 bed, 1f 0h bath Ranch 21 $279,900 $295,000 $279,900
53 Haverhill Rd, Amesbury 7 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Colonial 93 $284,900 $285,000 $289,900
3 Graham Ave, Newbury 5 room, 2 bed, 1f 1h bath Cape 16 $320,000 $326,000 $320,000
95 Elm St, Amesbury 5 room, 2 bed, 1f 0h bath Colonial 19 $329,900 $326,000 $329,900
4 Judkins Ct, Merrimac 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Colonial 22 $350,000 $366,000 $350,000
86 Highland St, Hamilton 4 room, 2 bed, 1f 0h bath Ranch 48 $365,000 $365,000 $365,000
88 Spofford St, Georgetown 7 room, 2 bed, 2f 0h bath Cape 20 $379,000 $380,000 $379,000
4 Marlboro Rd, Georgetown 7 room, 4 bed, 1f 1h bath Garrison 24 $410,000 $392,000 $410,000
8 Bear Hill Rd, Merrimac 7 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Bungalow 29 $419,900 $415,000 $419,900
293-R Center St, Groveland 5 room, 2 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 135 $399,900 $385,000 $419,900
157 Center St, Groveland 7 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 34 $429,900 $400,000 $429,900
15 Howard St, Wenham 7 room, 3 bed, 1f 0h bath Cape 69 $449,000 $435,000 $449,000
96 River Rd, Merrimac 7 room, 3 bed, 1f 1h bath Colonial 45 $479,000 $466,000 $489,000
6 4th St, Newbury/Plum Island 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 59 $499,900 $475,000 $499,900
17 Stewart St, West Newbury 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 0h bath Ranch 21 $529,000 $555,000 $529,000
156 Bridge St, Hamilton 8 room, 4 bed, 2f 0h bath Cape 37 $549,000 $510,000 $549,000
3 Bear Hill Rd, Merrimac 7 room, 4 bed, 2f 0h bath Colonial 33 $525,000 $512,000 $550,000
41 Garden St, West Newbury 7 room, 4 bed, 3f 0h bath Cape 48 $679,000 $693,500 $679,000
308 Merrimac St, Newburyport 8 room, 3 bed, 2f 1h bath Cape 80 $739,000 $699,000 $739,000
39 Harbor St, Newburyport 6 room, 2 bed, 1f 1h bath Cottage 135 $735,000 $720,340 $760,000
64 Surrey Ln, Boxford 11 room, 4 bed, 4f 1h bath Contemporary 168 $849,000 $800,000 $849,000
52 Pye Brook Ln, Boxford 13 room, 5 bed, 3f 2h bath Colonial 99 $874,900 $845,000 $889,900
22 Toppans Ln, Newburyport 13 room, 5 bed, 3f 3h bath Gmbrl /Dutch 175 $1,150,000 $1,100,000 $1,290,000
19B Bayns Hill Rd, Boxford 14 room, 4 bed, 3f 1h bath Frnch Colnl 133 $1,499,000 $1,415,000 $1,649,000
Single Family Listings: 24 Avg. Liv.Area SqFt: 2,292.88 Avg. List$: $563,550 Avg. List$/SqFt: $263
Avg. DOM: 65.13 Avg. DTO: 46.92 Avg. Sale$: $548,368 Avg. Sale$/SqFt: $257
2017 MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

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Are you already dreading the
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pressures of lack of money at this
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friends have passed away.
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ones in the oral cavity, may
impact the health of their baby. In
addition, according to the study,
hormonal changes throughout
pregnancy can increase the risk
for periodontal disease.
I remember when I decided
to go to dental school, my
grandmother told me that she
had all of her teeth at 82, except
for the four she lost – one for
each of her pregnancies. Now,
I’m not sure what her frequency
was back in those days of visiting
a dentist, but the mere fact that
she could correlate tooth loss
with pregnancy always stuck in
my head.
She, and the medical
community, did not know back
then that the risk for gum disease
increased during pregnancy. We
also did not know what effects
this increase in inflammation did
to the rest of the body, including
the developing baby. We know
more now.
For pregnant women, any
infection, including tooth decay
and gum disease, has the added
possibility of affecting the baby’s
health. Healthcare providers need
to spend more time explaining
the connection between oral
health and overall wellness before,
during, and after pregnancy.
While it is important to
acknowledge the frequent reasons
for avoiding the dentist and offer
insight into overcoming potential
barriers -- such as providing details
of paper and a pen. Make a list
of all the free events in your area
and plan to attend at least some
of them.
* Call the volunteer services
at the hospital and sign up to
work certain holidays so that
employees can take a day off. You
could man the front desk, push
the magazine and book cart or
deliver packages to patients.
* Check senior centers to
see what events they might be
hosting. Ask if they’re joining
with the community children’s
fund and will be wrapping
presents. If they’re planning a
bus trip to a big city to see plays
or do sightseeing, chances are the
costs will be affordable at group
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Are You Dreading the Holidays?
about what services are covered
under a preventive visit and
upfront communications about
treatment costs for restorative
services -- educating about the
potential consequences of failure
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be first and foremost.
The takeaway is to “bring oral
health into the conversation
about overall health during
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authors concluded. “Educating
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of regular dental exams, home
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It is clear from this study that
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are the barrier, talk to your dental
office to see how they can make
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“insurance” be a barrier. Be an
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more on this in future columns.
Dr. St. Clair maintains a private
dental practice in Rowley and
Newburyport dedicated to healthcentered
family dentistry. If there
are certain topics you would like to
see written about or questions you
have please email them to him at
jpstclair@stclairdmd.com. You can
view all previously written columns
at www.stclairdmd.com.
pricing.
* Will any of the local churches
be hosting free holiday dinners?
Consider going. Call to ask if they
need help setting up beforehand.
* Check out a tall stack of
books from the library for your
at-home days. You might discover
a new author you like. While
you’re at the library, offer to sign
up for book shelving if others
aren’t available on their regular
schedule.
While nothing can take the place
of having family and friends with
you over the holidays, alternating
busy days with relaxing ones at
home can help make the holidays
less stressful.
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NEWBURYPORT - November Learn to Skate USA enrollment is now open! The Merrimack Valley Skating
Club will hold classes on Sundays at 4pm and Thursdays at 6pm. Specialized and fun Learn to Skate USA
classes focus on the basic fundamentals that are important for shaping both hockey and figure skating skill
development. Learn to Skate USA is endorsed by US Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speed Skating.
Skaters have the chance to earn skill-badges throughout the series. Student to coach ratio is kept low and
classes are available for skaters age 3 through adult. Classes run as 6-7 week sessions continuously throughout
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don’t hesitate! Please contact Nikki in the front office at 978-462-8112
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NEWBURYPORT - For details and to sign up for one of our group tours
please contact the Council on Aging in Newburyport @ 978-462-0430.
Please note: Reservations cannot be confirmed until payment is received.
December 5 – Michael Buble Christmas Tribute – At Danversport Yacht
Club, starring the #1 Michael Buble Tribute Artist Scott Keo; luncheon
choice of Stuffed Chicken Breast or Baked Schrod. $89pp includes
Transportation; $69pp Self Drive. December 9 – Boston Ballet’s The
Nutcracker – Join us for a Holiday Tradition @ the Boston Opera House
- Saturday 1:30pm Matinee, Orchestra Center seating. Be transported
to the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy and dancing snowflakes,
create an annual tradition with family and friends. $99 pp Includes
r/t motorcoach transportation, lunch on own. December 10 – Hu Ke
Lau Christmas & Bright Nights – Enjoy a Hawaiian style Christmas
Show @ Hu Ke Lau in Chicopee, MA followed by a shopping stop at
the Holyoke Mall, then it’s on to the Bright Nights Holiday Lighting
Display at Forest Park. $78pp includes luncheon choice of Prime Rib
or Baked Schrod.
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NEWBURYPORT - Cantemus Chamber Chorus Sings in the Season -
Cantemus Chamber Chorus’s winter program, Psalmists and Seers, reveals
the solemn splendor and holy excitement of the holiday season, with
Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms at its center. Its colorful Hebrew poetry and
zigzagging rhythms proclaim the greatness of the season. The Midwife’s
Tale, a Christmas cantata by Cambridge composer James Woodman,
reflects in sonorous medieval poetry the mystery and awe of the Nativity.
Other pieces on the program set the scene for a melodious, enchanting
and heart-stirring season of true joy. The final piece, Lauridsen’s prayerful
setting of James Agee’s poem Sure on This Shining Night, shimmers with
the essence of tranquility and peace. Harp and percussion accompany the
chorus, and a reception follows the concert. Tickets: adults, $25; seniors,
$20; 21 & under, free. Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 7:30 pm, First
Church Wenham, 1 Arbor St., Wenham. Sunday, December 3, 2017 at
4 pm, Central Congregational Church, 14 Titcomb St., Newburyport.
NEW VENUE! - Sunday, December 10, 2017 at 4 pm, First Church in
Swampscott, 40 Monument Ave., Swampscott.
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NEWBURYPORT - “The Rose and the Night Star” will be presented by
the 140-voice Newburyport Choral Society, the Greater Newburyport
Children’s Chorus and orchestra at 8 PM on Saturday, December 9th
and Sunday, December 10th at 2:30 PM at the Belleville Congregational
Church, 300 High Street, Newburyport. The concert will feature
Saint-Saens’ Christmas Oratorio with additional seasonal favorites.
For ticket purchase and further concert information visit www.
newburyportchoralsociety.org.
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NEWBURYPORT - The YWCA Greater Newburyport is reaching out
to the community for nominees for this year’s annual Nancy E. Peace
Award. The award is given each year at the Martin Luther King Jr.
Event to recognize someone in our community who has demonstrated
(through volunteer or professional activities) a clear commitment to
eliminating racism, fighting prejudice, and celebrating diversity in our
community. Please share this information with co-workers, friends,
and any other organizations you may be affiliated with in the Greater
Newburyport community who may know of someone outstanding they
would like to nominate. Nomination forms can be found on-line at
www.ywcanewburyport.org
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what you’ll find at the 6th Annual Holiday Basket Raffle? Baskets have
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All are Welcome!
We ask that you please bring a donation of paper towels, toilet paper,
wet wipes or facial tissues for the Rowley Food Pantry
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been arriving for weeks. We already have over $2,000 in prizes and more are expected. The baskets will be
displayed at the Rowley Public Library until December 16. American BBQ, Local Honey, Tools, Harbor
Sweets, Gardening, Yoga, Books, Art Supplies, and everything the Boston Sports Fan needs to show your
loyalty. This year, the Gift Card Tree is more valuable than ever! Enter to win a basket for yourself or a friend.
The drawing will be December 16th @ 1pm in the Library Meeting Room. You don’t need to be present to
win. Raffle tickets are available at the Rowley Public Library at 141 Main Street, Rowley. The Friends thank
everyone who donated a basket to the event. Stop in to check out all the baskets. For more information, call
the library at 978-948-2850.
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ROWLEY - Caroling on the Common, Sunday, December 3rd 4:00pm, The Gazebo on the Rowley Common,
Rt. 1A/Main St. All are Welcome! We ask that you please bring a donation of paper towels, toilet paper, wet
wipes or facial tissues for the Rowley Food Pantry. Hosted by the Rowley Junior Girl Scouts Troop 79123
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ROWLEY - For the upcoming holiday season, The Rowley Family Dental Center is once again requesting that
their patients bring in food donations for the Rowley Food Pantry. All contributors will receive a chance at a
raffle, the winner of which will receive a free tooth-whitening system, to be drawn January 2, 2018!
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ROWLEY - Join us for the Pine Grove School 45th Annual Holiday Craft Fair. The halls of our elementary
school are filled with more than 150 area crafters and artists. December 2nd 9am to 3. 191 Main St, Rowley.
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ROWLEY - Clark School, based in Rowley, MA, offers a stimulating learning environment for students’
grades kindergarten through 12. We emphasize each student’s strengths and combine skill-based and peerbased
learning within our strong academic curriculum. Clark offers year-round, rolling admissions, so call us
today and schedule a personal tour of our campus, or visit clarkschool.com for more information. 978-777-
4699.
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SEABROOK - Trinity United Church is seeking vendors for a Holiday Gift Fair on Friday Dec. 15. Crafters
are welcome, but this event allows all types of items suitable for gift giving......homemade fudge & culinary
treats, gifts & “regifted items, brand new, “still in the package” items. We want things not found in the
mall stores! Proceeds from some vendor fees will benefit a needy area family @ Christmas time through the
Rockingham County Community Action’s “Adopt-A-Family” program. Do your shopping locally & save gas
AND have joy in knowing you are participating in a worthy cause. Contact ( 978-994-0734) to reserve a
$20.00 space or e-mail jgwhittier@comcast.net
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SEACOAST REPUBLICAN WOMEN HOLIDAY LUNCHEON - The Seacoast Republican Women will
host their Annual Holiday Luncheon on Friday, December 8th from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm at the Portsmouth
Country Club, 80 Country Club Road, Greenland. The special guest speaker will be Tiffany Eddy, CEO of
Tiffany & Associates, specializing in strategic communications, media relations, and professional development.
Her background covers over fourteen years of experience in New Hampshire media including WMUR
News
The
9 Tonight anchor, over
Town
a decade of hosting the magazine
Common
program New Hampshire Chronicle, many
celebrity interviews and local individuals as well as businesses. She covered the prosecution of war criminals
in Rwanda’s post-genocide era, received the Edward R. Murrow Award, a three-time Emmy nominee and
received many Granite Mic awards from the New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters. She was also active
in her community with many charitable events, served on the boards of CASA (Court Appointed Special
Advocate), the Granite State Children’s Alliance and the New Hampshire High Tech Council. The event is
$45.00 per person and open to the public. Please RSVP by Nov 28th at nhsrw.programs@gmail.com or call
Donna
The
Slack at (603) 433-9850.
Town
Checks are payable to SRW,
Common
P O Box 495, Greenland, NH 03840. There
will be a raffle for a gift basket, an opportunity to participate in the Cookie Walk where you can fill a box full
of your choice of cookies. They will also be collecting funds for the Pease Greeters. Please visit www.nhsrw.
org for more information.
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The Bovine’s creative forces start revving up as you plan for the
upcoming holidays. Some practical aspects also emerge, especially
where money is involved.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moments of doubt disrupt your
otherwise clear sense of purpose. Don’t ignore them. They could be
telling you not to rush into anything until you know more about
it.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A planned trip might have to be
delayed. Plan to use this new free time to update your skills and
your resume so you’ll be ready when a new job opportunity opens.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) A flood of holiday party bids from
business contacts allows you to mix work and pleasure. Your
knowledge plus your Leonine charm wins you a new slew of
admirers.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unexpected act by a
colleague complicates an agreement, causing delays in implementing
it. Check out the motive for this move: It’s not what you might
suspect.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might want to cut ties
with an ingrate who seems to have forgotten your past generosity.
But there might be a reason for this behavior that you should know
about. Ask.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be careful not to set
things in stone. Much could happen over the next several days that
will make you rethink some decisions and maybe change them.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your plans to
help provide holiday cheer for the less fortunate inspire others to
follow your generous example. Expect welcome news by week’s
end.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You’re in your glory
as you start planning for the holiday season ahead. But leave time to
deal with a problem that needs a quick and fair resolution.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The upcoming holiday
season provides a perfect setting for strengthening relationships
with kin and others. A new contact has important information.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Instead of fretting over a
cutting remark by a co-worker, chalk it up to an outburst of envy
of your well-respected status among both your colleagues and
superiors.
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PUZZLE
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by Pratt Coin and Hobby in
Georgetown. U.S. Coins, silver, gold,
foreign world money. Old pocket
watches, wrist watches, costume
jewelry and post cards. Wheat
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Sterling Silver by the Troy oz.
Silver Coins pre-1965
.999 Silver Bars by the oz.
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Wartime Nickels 1942-1945
US Clad Half Dollars 1965-1969
HOBBY SUPPLIES
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ESTES Rockets & Supplies,
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X-Acto Sets, Paints
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SELLING
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work and shopping. Flexible hours.
Call 339-927-0041
SMALL LANDSCAPE PROJECTS
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& stone walks, walls, patios. 30 years
experience, Rowley based, Call J (508)
320-5335
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PAINTING INTERIOR, EXTERI-
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interior-exterior repairs, windows
repaired and replaced, gutters
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the first Wednesday of each month
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108 Dover, NH (exit 7 off Rte. 16,
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Features 35 dealers that offer Fun and
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396-4255
FOR RENT
APTS FOR RENT: 45 Mansion
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modern kitchen with granite counter
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