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Indian Lake closes for algae treatmentIndian Lake, closed much of last year because of algae infestation,

will be closed again this week for two days for treatment.The lake will be

closed Thursday, May 28 and Friday, May 29, the city has announced.

Aquatic Control Technology has been contracted to eradicate the algae plaguing the lake, which beckons swimmers and also serves as home to dozens of residents around it. The treatment aims to lower phosphorus levels in the water and reduce the likelihood of nuisance algal blooms.

People are asked not to use the lake from 7 a.m. Thursday to 7 a.m. Saturday, May 30, after which “normal use may resume,” according to the city spokesperson John Hill.

Italian Festival making return in Worcester

Brush up on your Italian and don’t make plans for three days in

August, because Worcester’s Italian Festival is coming back.

A committee dedicated to raising money to save Mount Carmel on Mulberry Street and celebrate Italian heritage is planning a festival for Aug. 21-23. If early response means

anything, the newest incarnation of the Italian

Festival could be its best.“It started with one Facebook post,”

said Jonelle Garofoli, owner of Coco’s Closet, a children’s consignment shop and a member of the Board of the Italian Festival - Mount Carmel Church. “I said, ‘What happened to all the festivals? Someone shared my post, and it became this.”

WWE LIVE at the DCU Center-RecapThe DCU Center played home to a WWE Live “house

show” on Saturday, May 23 and with the collection of superstars on hand and a particularly entertaining set of match ups, the spectacle of Monday Night Raw or Smackdown was a bit more tightly focused on Foster Street.

Wrestling fans flocked to the arena and the DCU was a packed house as things kicked off. As any pro

wrestling fan worth his salt knows, the audience plays a huge role in the excitement and Worcester was on point, cheering, jeering and

jumping to their feet at any significant bump. While sign-use was frowned upon by the arena staff, there were still plenty of billboards broadcasting personal favorites, funny one-liners and plenty of glitter (shout out to the two young kids who turned to me during a particularly rousing crowd chant of “New Day sucks” and asked what everyone’s problem is before screaming “New Day rocks.”).

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It is not a new discussion, but with each passing season of football the drumbeat grows louder and the questions become more insistent: Are concussions, and their frequency, enough to spell the end to American football as we know it? With high-profile deaths and suicides of former gridiron greats, and growing

focus at the youth level on head injuries and their potentially devastating long-term effects, is football just another dinosaur destined for extinction? Worcester Magazine turned to contributing writer Joe Parello, who covers Central Mass football and lacrosse for his own website, SuiteSports.com, and whose work has been feature in ESPN Boston, to examine one of the most controversial issues in the world of sports today: concussions and traumatic brain injuries. Parello takes a look at local high schools to see just how widespread the problem is and how they have dealt with it. He looks at Worcester’s Pop Warner program, speaks with a specialist at UMass Medical School and culls facts and statistics for an in-depth look at how concussions are affecting one of the most popular sports in America. He also looks at why other sports that are also high-contact, such as lacrosse and soccer, do not bear the same level of scrutiny as football. In this week’s cover story, we pose the question and try to find answers to: Are concussions putting football in danger of extinction?

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WOO-TOWN INDEXA weekly quality of life check-in of Worcester

Total for this week: +3

+1Audiences were entertained while watching “WWE Live” at the DCU Center on Saturday. +1-3

The Nichols College Institute for Women’s Leadership gave Massachusetts a 36 out of 100 in its first Women’s Leadership Index. Not good. -3+1

A new four-story office building is on its way to Shrewsbury Street, along with a new ReadyMed. The street will then have more parking and business opportunities. +1 +2+1

Greenhill Park a serene and relaxing place to take a walk - even more so on Memorial Day, long after a ceremony that morning as folks strolled through Vietnam Memorial plaza. +2+2

Memorial Day weekend was warm and filled events to honor those who gave their lives while serving in the armed forces. +2 +2

U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern heads to El Salvador for the beatification of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero. +2

Gov. Charlie Baker spoke to a crowd in order to congratulate the Worcester Business Development Corporation (WBDC) and the Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) on their 50-year anniversaries. +1-3

A trashy pond at Elm Park and low water level was hard to miss at a wreath-tossing ceremony for veterans. -3

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Mayor’s seat draws candidates’ interest Tom Quinn

(Worcester Magazine provides ongoing, comprehensive coverage of the 2015 municipal election in Worcester up to and including the Nov. 3 general election both in print and online. This week’s installment focuses on potential mayoral candidates. All at-large Council candidates are eligible to run for mayor.)

There are 18 at-large candidates on the ballot for a preliminary election Sept. 8, and while only 12 will make it to the

general election Nov. 3, some have already started stumping for mayor, a race that could stay small or get messy depending on which undecided at-large candidates choose to jump into the mayoral race.

All at-large candidates will appear on the November ballot twice, once for the at-large seat and once for mayor, unless they withdraw their name from mayoral consideration. Several candidates have told Worcester Magazine they will not run for mayor, while others are keeping their options open.

The focus of the mayor’s race early in the election season has been on incumbent Mayor Joe Petty, who is running for a third term as mayor, and freshman councilor Mike Gaffney, who is making his first run at the big chair.

Petty said voters should look at his record

over the past two terms, and his work on economic development, public health and on the School Committee, which the mayor chairs.

“I think we’ve had a lot of great accomplishments,” Petty said, pointing also to the improvements made in the city’s Union Hill neighborhood under his watch. “It’s about bringing people together. I think that’s one of my strengths.”

Gaffney said voters should choose a mayor who exemplifies leadership, bringing up his recent calls to action on topics like school safety and budget issues.

“[A leader is] someone who will make decisions rather than sitting back and throwing things at committees,” said Gaffney, who has advocated for more security measures in schools and putting more focus on the city’s Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) liability.

Challengers are more likely to focus on simply getting elected, with many saying they were worried about biting off more than they could chew. Carmen Carmona, Tina Zlody, Khrystian King, Matt Wally, Rob Sargent and Paul Cooney Jr. all said they would not be running for mayor.

“I’m going to focus all my efforts on the at-large seat, and I feel I can best serve the city that way,” Wally said.

Zlody also said she wanted to focus on an at-large seat.

“I have no intention to seek the office

of mayor,” Zlody said in an email. “Local economies of scale, entrepreneurship and student retention are some of the issues I’ll be focused on, and I feel an at-large seat is the best forum to do so. I look forward to serving with Mayor Petty and bringing those issues to the council floor.”

Some incumbents are also not running for mayor, citing Petty’s leadership as a deterrent – in a good way. Rick Rushton, Moe Bergman and Kate Toomey all said they would not be throwing their hats in the ring for the mayoral race.

“Joe [Petty] is doing a good job,” Rushton, who has run for mayor in the past, said. “The city is going in a great direction because people are working together, and Joe works his tail off.”

“I do not plan on running for mayor,” Toomey, who has also run for mayor in the past, said. “I think Mayor Petty is doing a great job.”

“As long as Mayor Petty is running for mayor, I will not be running for mayor,” Bergman said.

Bergman, a first-term councilor, echoed what many challengers said about their qualifications for mayor.

“If there was an opening for mayor and I had a strong showing in the preliminary [election on Sept. 8], I’d have to consider it,” Bergman said. “But it’s hard to make the case, with one term under my belt, that I’d be qualified to be mayor.”

Still, there are some challengers who are going for the highest Council post in addition to their first seat. A win would not be unprecedented – former mayor Joe O’Brien won both a seat on the Council and the mayor’s race in the same election in 2009, becoming mayor despite never having served on the Council before.

This year, George Fox is running for mayor despite no previous City Council track record, while Ron O’Clair and Bill Coleman said they were not ruling it out.

“It would be an honor to become the mayor, and I think I could move the city in the right direction,” O’Clair said, saying he was focusing on an at-large seat. “I certainly wouldn’t say no if the opportunity presented itself. It’s far too early to rule it out.”

“I’ll make that decision after the preliminary,” Coleman, who has run for mayor in addition to city council numerous times over the years. “I’m either going to support a candidate for mayor or I will be a candidate for mayor.”

In 2013, Petty fended off challenges from three at-large candidates – Lukes, Coleman and Bill Feegbeh. In 2011, Petty won 48.4 percent of the vote to best Lukes, Coleman and Carmona. The last time more than four candidates pulled in votes for mayor was 2005, Tim Murray’s last term.

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{ city desk }‘Brazen’ robbers hit Lincoln StreetTom Quinn

Tarek Yatim said the Gulf gas station he owns on Lincoln Street had never had problems in the past, let alone armed

robberies.“We’ve never had a problem like this before,

especially at my location,” Yatim, who first started noticing problems six months ago, said. “Suddenly, we start having issues where guys are coming into my store with guns.”

The problems include three armed robberies in the month of April. Things got so bad, Yatim said, one of his longtime employees quit because the stress and ongoing danger. In an effort to make the neighborhood safer, District 2 Councilor Phil Palmieri, District 1 Councilor Tony Economou and At-Large Councilor Kate Toomey proposed an order at a City Council meeting earlier this month asking for additional police patrols in the Lincoln/Burncoat area.

“The issue in the Lincoln/Burncoat street area is an extraordinarily serious situation,” Palmieri said. “It’s blatant. It’s an extraordinarily difficult situation.”

Yatim’s Gulf station was robbed April 6 around 5 a.m. when a short white male — Worcester police listed his height as 5 feet 5 inches — allegedly walked into the store wearing a dark hoodie and a ski mask and got away with an undisclosed amount of money after pointing a handgun at the clerk on duty.

Then robbers got “brazen,” according to Yatim, and started coming in without masks on.

Worcester police say they were called to the Gulf station again April 21 around 1 a.m. for a report of another robbery, where a suspect forced a clerk to give him an undisclosed amount of money at gunpoint. Three days later, on April 24, the station was robbed again, at gunpoint, at about 2 a.m. Going in without a mask may have been brazen, but it did not help police catch the alleged robber.

“We do have cameras in our locations,” said Yatim, who owns multiple Gulf and Mobil stations throughout the city. “It’s not like we don’t have security. That’s how we caught the guy that did it. He came in multiple times without a mask.”

One day after the third April robbery, Worcester police arrested 19-year-old Max Ritter of 1 Park View Drive in connection with the April 21 and 24 robberies and charged him with two counts of armed robbery. Yatim, who has been on Lincoln Street for 25 years, said the recent spate of robberies is not indicative of the new Lincoln Street neighborhood, which has been a thriving commercial area for years.

“Twenty two or 23 years ago, Lincoln Street was not a great place to be. But I’ve never had an issue,” Yatim said. “The place has been cleaned up. Businesses started

coming in. But it just takes one apple to make things look really bad. But I do believe the neighborhood is good.”

Palmieri, who said he has fielded calls from multiple businesses in the area recently, agreed with Yatim’s assessment of the neighborhood.

“Lincoln Street is the most underrated commercial district in Worcester,” Palmieri said. “There are fewer vacancies there than anywhere else in the city.”

City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. said police had stepped up their presence in the neighborhood, noting it was not unusual for certain parts of town to get extra attention when problems start popping up on a regular basis.

“[The WPD] creates these tactical responses on a regular basis,” Augustus said.

The response is not just based on Yatim’s

gas station. A Shell gas station within a stone’s throw of the Gulf station has also experienced its share of problems. Police reported an armed robbery on April 20 where a suspect, described as a white male around 5 feet 8 inches, allegedly got away with an undisclosed amount of money.

“The Worcester police are working very hard to see how they can solve this problem,” Yatim said, saying on Friday he has already noticed the effect of increased police attention in the neighborhood. “The Worcester police have done a great job working in that neighborhood.”

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or [email protected] with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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Construction of a new studio for the city government TV channel is well underway, but the executive director of

the local public access station is none too happy about it.

City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. said the planned $778,000 studio will give the city’s cable services department space to expand its operations, and would put its facilities on par with what other stations already have.

“What we are doing here is fiscally responsible, allows the city of Worcester to have unfiltered access to our citizens, to make sure we can get important programming and the activities of government before our citizens,” Augustus said at a Council meeting earlier this week, where the matter was referred to committee for further review. “We each have our role to play.”

The city’s government channel mostly broadcasts footage from meetings of the city council and boards and commissions, and information for residents, often in the form of text on a screen. The other two channels

that receive money from an agreement with Charter Communications are the Worcester Public Schools’ education channel and WCCA TV, headed by Mauro DePasquale.

“WCCA applauds the city government channel for wanting to do more, and it

should do more, and it does great work now,” DePasquale said to councilors. “Having said that, WCCA has also demonstrated a community need, a community desire, and has asked to do more since 1996 as a community partner.”

DePasquale’s argument boils down to need. He pointed out the city already has two spaces in City Hall as well as field equipment, and WCCA, which is located a short distance away from City Hall, could use upgrades and additions for itself. He wanted a report the city manager’s office put together to go to the public service committee for public comment, a request that was ultimately granted.

Augustus defended the plan, pointing out that the three public channels do not evenly share Charter money. Over half the funding – 55 percent – goes to WCCA, with 25 percent going to the city and the remaining 20 percent going to the Worcester Public Schools.

“The city has half the revenue dollars WCCA realizes. There are three channels, so it seems logical to me that each channel

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have the infrastructure to support the programming for that channel,” Augustus said. “The agreement, I think, is a very generous one.”

Augustus also preempted arguments that the city was spending too much taxpayer money, saying there was no such funding involved in the project, which is already underway. The mailroom and storage space that occupied the space have been relocated, a new corridor has been constructed in the basement and electrical work is happening

currently.“There is not a nickel of taxpayer dollars

going into the building of that studio,” Augustus said, noting the city has been saving money for 11 years to build the new facility. “These are monies that come from the private sector, from Charter Communications.”

DePasquale took the opportunity to bring up longstanding issues he has had with a lack of money flowing into WCCA, which he says has been asked to do more with less recently.

“There are many issues in this matter

regarding unutilized funds and surpluses that stem from prior administrations, so this is not an attack on this current administration,” DePasquale said. “[Augustus] has been a good friend and a good supporter of WCCA. But it appears he may be ill advised on this or there may be a flaw in the process.”

That comment prompted a response from At-Large Councilor Rick Rushton, who asked for an investigation into any unused funds “lying around” that could be put to better, more immediate use.

“I’ve never seen an audit, or anything on

the books about WCCA,” Rushton said. “I just want a report back to see if we can get an audit of WCCA.”

That report would be separate from the report in front of the Council this week, which noted all videotaping is done off-site, resulting in a turnaround time of around one month before a program goes to air. The new studio would also allow city departments such as health and economic development to produce programs, which Augustus said increased “unfiltered” access to residents and increased governmental transparency.

Second ChancesThe Worcester County House of Corrections is really going

to the dogs. Sheriff Lew Evangelidis has teamed up with Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield to help reduce recidivism

among his inmates. Remy is a 1-year-old yellow lab and Gabe is a 4-month-old kennel mix, while Kingston is the latest member of the prison team. All three were considered “unadoptable.” Now they pal

around with inmates handpicked to take part in the Second Chance Initiative. They are responsible for the care, custody and control of their dog 24 hours a day. Each dog is paired with two pre-screened inmate handlers who were trained by animal shelter staff in behavioral techniques. The dogs are paired with the lowest-risk inmates in the minimum security building. “Having the dogs here at our correctional facility has quickly lifted the inmates spirits and created a more upbeat atmosphere,” Evangelidis said. “The reduction in stress level and tension has also made a safer environment for our correctional staff as well. Several studies have shown that inmates who bond with animals while incarcerated have lower rates of re-offending and never going back to jail .” One of the inmates, 34-year-old Luis Maldonado, handles Remy. “I like taking care of Remy, it give me a sense of responsibility,” he said. “He’s a smart dog and I look forward to training and being with him every day, he always cheers me right up.”

Inmates Luis Maldonado and Matthew Witaszek use voice commands and treats to help train Second Chance Animal Shelter dogs Gabe and Remy while in the yard of the work release building at the Worcester County Jail & House of Correction

consideration for mayor is Sept. 15, and a few candidates said it was too early to make a decision about running.

“I’m focused on running for city council, it’s way too early to make that decision,” Juan Gomez, who lost his seat on the council in 2005 after three terms, said.

Sitting Councilor Konnie Lukes also said it was too early to make a decision. The former mayor said she would not rule out running, saying if there was a particular topic she wanted to fight for by using the reach the mayor’s office (or the race for it) provides, she would think about running again.

“I’m more of an issues person,” Lukes said. “If an issue comes up that I want to raise, I’ll consider it.”

Current District 2 Councilor Phil Palmieri, who is trying to make the jump to an at-large seat after 10 years as a district councilor, did not rule out running for mayor, but said for the moment he is concentrating on winning re-election to the council.

“I’m focused on winning at at-large seat,” Palmieri said.

At-large candidate Linda Parham could not be reached for comment.


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A COLUMBUS DAY CRAWL: The next Columbus Day Parade on Shrewsbury Street will see all but one lane closed to traffic, according Eric Batista of City Manager Ed Augustus Jr.’s office. The three-lane closing should be done as late as possible on the day of the parade, according to Shrewsbury Street Neighborhood Association President Gary Vecchio, noting last year’s parade did not start until 12:30, but traffic was shot off at least an hour earlier. “We need to have the street open as long as possible,” Vecchio said.

IT’S BACK: It’s been a few years, but Worcester’s Italian Festival is making a return. With a new group of organizers and a

commitment to saving the deteriorating Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, there’s a good chance this could be the best Italian Fest, yet. The weekend-long celebration is set for Aug. 21-23 on the grounds of Mount Carmel. And to prove that Italians run on Dunkin’, the coffee and donut giant is throwing its weight behind it with local Dunkin’ Donuts biggie Rob Branca. Worcester Magazine is the main media sponsor. Planning is ongoing, but you can expect a casino night, a beer and wine tent, stuff for the kids and a lot more. The planning committee is still raising money, and one of the main fundraisers will be a pasta dinner Saturday, May 30, 6 p.m. at the Mount Carmel Rec Center. Food, raffles, entertainment — and, of course, coffee from Dunkin’ Donuts — will be served. The costs is $12 per person ($15 at the door). Don’t miss out — tap your inner Italian and help support Mount Carmel.

THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE: Rumors spread quickly. At around 1:30 a.m. on May 25, Worcester police responded to the Rumors nightclub on Park Avenue for a report of 10 to 15 men fighting in the street. On arrival, officers found a trail of blood leading from Parker Street to the bar. The 46-year-old victim was lying inside the building, covered in his own blood. He told police he was an innocent bystander when a group of five men attacked one of his friends, at which point he jumped in to intervene and was stabbed multiple times. Rumor is the stabber is a tall, thin white male between 25 and 30 years old. The victim’s injuries are not life threatening.

MAJORITY RULES: Martin Luther King Jr. was a proponent of nonviolent resistance. Most people would put that into practice when getting mugged on one of his namesake streets, but two Worcesterites chose to strike back against a would-be robber at 3:30 a.m. May 21. The men, both in their early 20s, had just withdrawn money from an ATM on Main Street. The suspect apparently followed them onto Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, where he struck one of the men on the head and demanded the two men’s wallets. The almost-victims decided they didn’t feel like turning over their wallets, and were able to fight off the suspect, described as a white male, sustaining only minor injuries and refusing medical treatment. That’s the power of numbers.

HAIR OF THE DOG: A confusing sign popped up on the door of Brew City on Shrewsbury Street recently. “Service animals only allowed on the patio,” reads the sign, seemingly flaunting federal laws allowing service animals to enter buildings that would otherwise prohibit pets. Turns out, though, it’s just a case of a poorly-worded sign – the manager on duty at the popular restaurant and bar told a reporter service animals are welcome, and management had actually been struggling with how to word the sign to explain that pets are not allowed unless they are service animals. In fairness, it’s tough to keep the sign concise without sacrificing clarity. “Only service animals allowed on the patio,” would appear to ban humans from the outdoor dining area. “Animals, but only service animals, allowed on the patio” would work, but is even more awkward than the current attempt. “No non-service animals, even on the patio” would work. You can have that one for free, Brew City, but only if I can bring my dog on the patio.

THAT TIME OF YEAR: How can you tell it’s an election year in Worcester? When candidates start turning up at neighborhood and crime watch meetings around the city. A recent meeting of the Shrewsbury Street Neighborhood Association (SSNA) saw incumbent At-Large Councilor Konnie Lukes, at-large contender Matt Wally and District 2 Council hopefuls Candy Carlson and Jennithan Cortes in the audience at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Rec Center. Not in the crowd was the current District 2 councilor, Phil Palmieri, who is eschewing that seat to take a run for an at-large seat. Google Changes to Favor Mobile Websites!

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FOOD FUNDRAISING: An upcoming charity event to fight hunger has raised half of its $22,000 fundraising goal, but still needs around $11,000 to get off the ground. Rev. Milad Selim of St. George’s Cathedral said the church has raised around half of what it needs to buy materials to put together MannaPacks, bags of food that provide nutrients and vitamins to starving children, in conjunction with the appropriately named “Feed My Starving Children” charity. Although the charity is national, Selim said St. George’s Orthodox church will be the only location in Massachusetts to host one of the events, which is scheduled for June 27. “For it to be in Worcester, I think we all would have something to be proud of,” Selim, who wants the event to be an ongoing mission, said. There will be three shifts for potential volunteers who want to pack more than 100,000 meals, assuming Selim and his volunteers raise the necessary funds.

MONEY FARMS: The Honey Farms convenience store at 443 Park Ave. had been getting robbed weekly for a while, but Worcester Police appear to be catching more of the culprits of late. Michael Harris, 1 Michael Drive in Grafton, was arrested on a home invasion warrant last week and then identified as the prime suspect in a May 8 robbery of Honey Farms. Do they not have Honey Farms in Grafton? That comes after Joe Daigle, 65 Charlotte St., was arrested for robberies on May 12 and May 18. Daigle allegedly told the clerk he had a gun, and they trusted him, leading to an armed robbery charge. A suspect in an April 8 robbery who got away with cigarettes and cash at knifepoint also fled toward Charlotte Street – maybe all the Honey Farms robbers hang out together?

LAST OF THE CLOSURES: People sometimes say the news goes in cycles. They were proved correct this week, as the city announced Indian Lake will be closed – again. Last summer it was closed for the whole season, but hopefully the lake will only be out of commission for two days on May 28 and May 29 as the city administers an aluminum sulfate treatment to prevent blue-green algae. The treatment will be paid for by the Indian Lake Watershed Association (ILWA), according to a press release issue by the city, which also noted that levels of the naturally occurring algae have been extremely low during weekly tests since May 1. So why close the lake at all, if algae levels are low? According to the city and ILWA, it is merely a preventative treatment measure. The algae isn’t harmful by itself, but it reduces oxygen levels in the lake, and as it deteriorates it can release toxins. The city was careful to note the city manager, city councilors, state representatives and the Indian Lake Watershed Association have been working on a long term plan for the health of the lake, which they say has suffered as a result of runoff from development nearby.

CUSS WORDS:Hanover Theatre President and CEO Troy Siebels drew quite a few yuks from the crowd as emcee of the recent 50th anniversary gala for the Worcester Business Development Corporation (WBDC) and Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC). Perhaps the biggest laughs came when he shared that Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, ever the professional, possesses a pretty impressive curse streak, also. Siebels referenced a gathering at which he said Polito “swore like a developer at a Council meeting.” The news seemed to surprise Gov. Charlie Baker, who said, “She did not.” “Oh yes she did,” Siebels cracked without missing a beat. He later apologized for getting Polito into trouble with the revelation. No worries. Baker laughed loudly and smiled as he looked over at the state’s No. 2 in charge.

BAD ID: Speaking of Siebels, Worcesteria recently reported spotting him at lunch with former Telegram & Gazette editorial page editor Chris Sinacola at Volturnoon Shrewsbury Street. Perhaps our eyesight is bad, because both Sinacola and Siebels insist the theater biggie was not there. We’re not totally blind, though, because Sinacola was having lunch with someone. Maybe talking about his next steps post-T&G.


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EditorialListening key to diversity talks

With two public forums already held as the city focuses on improving race relations and diversity, we will not know until all is said and done just how big an impact the sessions have had. We

can surmise a few things from the first two sessions.First, these forums, which involve the U.S. Department of Justice

(DOJ), have a purpose. If they were irrelevant and unnecessary, we would have seen the first session, which was basically an overview of what to expect, dissolve rather quickly. It did not.

That does not mean there were not some hiccups. Some participants apparently booed while an African American woman spoke of the Black Lives Matter movement. Later that night, social media erupted with the baseless - and, it turned out, erroneous - allegation that a city councilor was the culprit. Statements were made on social media as fact, even though at least one of the claims was made by someone who was sitting at a table at the other end of the room from said councilor. It turns out someone heard someone boo, and told someone else. It ended up on social media, which was ironic, given that one of the speakers had specifically called for social media not to be use to fan the flames.

Second, despite some of the rumors floating around, City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. assures Worcester Magazine the DOJ is not here investigating the city because of his initial report on race relations. They were, he said, brought to the table on the suggestion of some local residents as a way to help facilitate discussion.

There were some questions about who took part in the first session and who did not. That some 200 folks turned out on a Monday night was testament enough that many people see the importance and relevance of these forums. But some were quite conspicuous in their absence.

Some were also seen leaving the tables they had initially joined, to sit with others - despite being told that was not permitted. It raises the question of just how unbiased some of the break-out discussions were, as well as the motives of some.

We emphasize “some,” because what we heard and witnessed at the first forum on race relations was overwhelmingly positive. We saw blacks, whites, Latinos and others sitting side by side, working, talking, communicating.

Most important, we saw people listening. These discussions are not easy to be had. This process will not

be easy. Things will be said that will touch raw nerves and touch an emotional chord. But they must be said, so long as they are done so with some measure of respect. It should be OK to ask why “colorblind” has become taboo. It should be OK to ask why a white person believes he or she can add something to the discussion of racial strife and oppression.

It should not be OK to muffle or silence those opinions with which we do not agree. The purpose of these hearings, regardless of why they were set up in the first place, should be to bring people and ideas together, not drive them further apart. And while it is difficult to do so, personal politics should be kept out of the equation.

We also hope the turnout remains strong for the remaining public forums. We are particularly interested in an upcoming session on the media and social media platforms - even though no member of the media was actually invited to help facilitate. The media should be included at the forum.

More than anything, we hope that, through this ongoing dialogue, commonalities are found, divides are bridged and understanding replaces ignorance. We are not Baltimore, as has been said. But we are the second largest city in New England with a population that grows more diverse with each passing year. A discussion on tolerance and racial equity seems only logical to have, so long as everyone at the table has the same end game.


Jurors not randomTo the Editor:

In your last editorial (“Justice done by jury with Dzhokhar Tsarnaev,” Worcester Magazine, May 21, 2015) you wrote that “It can be assumed that not every one of the 12 men and women on the Tsarnaev jury carries a personal preference for the death penalty; in Massachusetts, it is almost unfathomable that you could grab 12 random folks off the street, all of whom favor capital punishment.”

I disagree. They were not 12 random folks off the street. The jury selection process in federal death penalty cases is unfair, since prospective jurors who admit to having scruples against the death penalty are excluded. The result is a “death-qualified” jury, more likely to vote for death. The jury was not 12 random folks off the street. Polls show that the majority of people off the street disagree with the jury.RONAL C. MADNICKWorcester

The Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sentence: What lesson was learned from jury’s decision?Jerry Lembcke

When Saddam Hussein marched into Kuwait in 1990 over disputed rights to underground oil, the U.S. responded with a military buildup in the Persian

Gulf that would teach him a lesson. The GIs, Marines, and Airmen positioned in Saudi Arabia for that campaigned offended Muslim sensibilities and animated the Jihadi movement that smashed into the World Trade Center, Pentagon and a Pennsylvania field on 9/11.

Standing in the rubble of the twin towers, President George W. Bush boasted, “The people who knocked down these buildings will soon hear from all of us.” With chants of USA! USA! reverberating across the land, he launched an air war on Afghanistan and followed up with an invasion of Iraq. The result: thousands-more U.S. deaths in combat, trillions of dollars spent on war, and another jihad-inspired attack in Boston in April 2013.

Boston Strong jingoism, appropriated from the Army Strong recruitment slogan, poured forth from Boylston Street’s bloodied finish line leading thousands of New Englanders and millions of Americans to lace-up their sneakers and stiffen their upper lips to show the world that backpack-bombers wouldn’t stop them. No siree! Months later, a souped-up Islamist front swept through Syria and Northern Iraq gathering some Nike-averse young

Westerners as it went and leaving beheaded American journalists in its wake.

The conviction of marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev for killing four innocent people was a given. The real test of American mettle lay in its willingness to use the occasion for teaching the world the lesson it needed to learn—its willingness to kill him.

Even before the conviction, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder spoke in favor of the death penalty saying, “It is crucial that the U.S. send a message across the world that terrorists who attack our homeland . . . will receive the severest punishment.” And so we showed `em.

The death sentence given Tsarnaev last week, said U.S. Attorney General Carmen Ortiz, who led the prosecution, “[sent] a message that we are not intimidated.” Boston Police Commissioner Bill Evans said the sentence

was “a strong message that we’re not going to tolerate terrorism in our country.” Feeling the Boston Strong vibe in the sentencing verdict, a blogger posted to the Inquisitr webpage: “Americans don’t mess around.”

Lessons. Yes. And the Peter, Paul, and Mary refrain keeps running through my mind: “When will they ever learn? When will they ever learn?”

Jerry Lembcke is Associate Professor Emeritus at Holy Cross College in Worcester, MA. He can be reached at 508-793-2288 or [email protected].

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Ever since the Harris Poll started asking American adults what their favorite sport was in 1985, the answer has been “football” every single year. Though it was a close race between football and baseball in the poll’s first year (the former edged the latter 24 percent to 23), football is now our game of choice by a wide margin, chosen as the favorite sport of over 32 percent of Americans, twice as many as baseball.

The last six years have seen football grow at an unthinkable rate. The NFL, according to Bloomberg, now brings in an estimated $6 billion annually from television deals with CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN and DirecTV, while powerful college football conferences, such as the Big Ten, are able to able to bring in close to $100 million annually from television deals alone, according to the Big Ten Conference. Those numbers are expected to spike again in the coming years.

With good reason.February’s Super Bowl was not only

profitable for the New England Patriots, but for the league as well. An estimated 114.4 million people tuned into watch New England’s thrilling victory over Seattle, making it the most watched U.S. television program in history. The old record? That would be 2014’s Super Bowl between Seattle and Denver, which drew just over 112 million viewers. In all, the last seven Super Bowls have each been seen by more than 100 million people.

January’s inaugural College Football Playoff Championship Game on ESPN also set records, scoring an 18.5 overnight Nielsen rating and bringing in more than 33 million viewers, making it the most watched program in the history of cable television.

Yet, with all this growth and unprecedented interest, the last six years may also have brought about the end of football as we know it.

THE YEAR THAT CHANGED THE GAMEThe year 2009 was a watershed one for America’s most popular sport.

The year began with doctors from Boston University’s newly formed Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy holding a press

conference in Tampa, Florida, host city a Super Bowl XLIII. At the press conference, attended by many of the same media outlets covering the big game, the Center announced several new cases of CTE, including an 18-year-old high school student who had died just 10 days after suffering his fourth concussion.

In September that year, an NFL-funded study discovered former pro football players are 19 times more likely to suffer from dementia, Alzheimer’s or other memory-related diseases, a finding so shocking, that the NFL had to come out and declare its own

study to be “flawed.”NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell faced

questioning on Capitol Hill during an October Congressional Hearing on the subject. Then, in December, NFL spokesman Greg Aiello finally admitted concussions can “lead to long-term problems,” the first-ever acknowledgement from a league source of the now well-publicized issue.

In Worcester, 2009 was also a big year for football and concussion awareness.

At Doherty Memorial High School, then-senior Yawin Smallwood was enjoying yet another stellar season, leading the Highlanders as both an All-Star quarterback and linebacker.

But Smallwood’s standout campaign would be interrupted by a midseason concussion that caused him to miss the second half of the game he was playing in, and the entire following week.

“I started throwing up, so I was pretty sure that I had a concussion,” said Smallwood, who went on to play for the Huskies at the

University of Connecticut and is now a linebacker with the NFL’s Tennessee Titans. “I went to the hospital and went through some tests. They asked me a bunch of questions and put me through a bunch of tests. Once I kept failing the tests, they made it clear that I had a concussion.”

While Smallwood was able to return to practice and the game field relatively quickly, helping the Highlanders finish the season on a three-game winning streak, the impact

of his concussion was not lost on longtime Doherty coach Sean Mulcahy.

A member of the Highlander football team from 1979 to 1982, Mulcahy has been Doherty’s head coach since 1991 and an assistant since 1986. Up until Smallwood’s concussion in 2009, he had never seen one diagnosed at Doherty. For reference, the Highlanders had two documented concussions on their varsity team last season alone, and another three on the freshman team.

“It’s crazy because I’ve been here almost 30 years as a coach, and I never

had a concussion,” Mulcahy said. “Then (Smallwood) gets one and we’re more aware of them, and suddenly everybody comes in with a concussion. Kids are definitely more aware of it now, and we are too. I can’t do a brain scan on every kid, so you err on the side of caution.”

Mulcahy mentioned now-outdated football terms such as “getting your bell rung” and “dusting off the cobwebs” as language rarely heard in the modern game, but defining

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terms for dealing with head injuries when he played.

“It was not considered an injury, so to speak, when I played,” Mulcahy said. “When I first started coaching, I practiced the way my coach practiced. It was ‘going live’ and hitting throughout practice … Now I don’t think we spend more than 15 minutes going full contact on either side of the ball, and we blow the whistle as fast as we can.”

Since his days at Doherty, the game has been good to Smallwood, who went on to become an All-American linebacker and three-year starter at UConn. He was drafted in the sixth round of the NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. Injuries have slowed the former Doherty star, but after spending a year on the Titans’ practice squad, he now believes he’s ready to make an impact.

As for concussions, he does not believe he has suffered one since high school, although he did leave a game after a shot to the head in his final season at UConn. His views on head injuries have also changed over the years.

“When I was in high school, concussions were taken as a joke, kind of,” Smallwood said. “Now a days, when someone has a concussion, trainers and staff take it a lot more seriously. Once you have a concussion, you’re automatically out now.”

“But it all depends on the level of football you’re playing. When you’re in high school everyone is trying hard to get that scholarship, and when you’re in college you’re trying to make the NFL. When you’re in the NFL, if you’re not healthy, you’re not helping the team. And you need to be smart, because if you’re out there with a concussion or something, you’re not playing to the best of your ability. So you need to tell a coach if you’re hurt, because they’re going to judge you by every play that you’re out there.”

CTE AND THE NFLOriginally called “punch drunk” syndrome, Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

(CTE) has been documented in prizefighters since as early as the 1920s, but football would not be linked to the degenerative disease brought about by repeated brain trauma until 2009. That year, Dr. Ann McKee, a founding member of Boston University’s Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy, published the seminal study on CTE to that point.

McKee, one of the world’s foremost neurodegenerative disease experts, examined what, at the time, were 49 published cases of CTE, and added three new cases, bringing the total to 52 documented cases of the disease.

Since then, the Center’s “Brain Bank” has collected over 200 brains, with 62 coming from deceased NFL players. Of those 62, 59 of them were positive for CTE.

CTE is a progressively degenerative disease that occurs in those who have suffered repeated brain trauma, including symptomatic concussions, but sub-concussive hits can contribute as well.

Changes in the brain of someone afflicted with CTE can occur months, years, or even decades after the most recent brain trauma. Repeated traumas lead to degeneration of the brain’s tissue, and the build-up of an abnormal protein called tau. The tissue degeneration can lead to memory loss, aggression, depression, confusion and eventually, dementia.

DEVELOPMENTS IN WORCESTERWhile CTE grabbed the public, and NFL’s attention, it is not the only area of concern for

those with repeated head trauma. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), an umbrella term for all brain injuries, with concussions being only a mild form, can have many different and lasting effects.

UMass Medical School’s Dr. Nils Henninger in Worcester has been intrigued by TBI since his days as a medical resident in Germany in 2004. He refers to his experience with a patient who was unable to understand complex mathematical equations after a bicycle accident as a defining moment in his career.

“This was a major problem for him, as he was unable to continue his job as a professor of mathematics,” Henninger said. “My experience with patients like him showed me that their acute brain injury, while not life-threatening, could clearly be life changing and leading to lasting disability. This motivated me to study TBI in-depth.

“TBI constitutes a major public health problem as a leading cause of adult death and disability worldwide. TBI affects all age groups. It has been estimated that annually 150-200 out of 1,000,000 people become disabled as a result of brain trauma. In the U.S. alone approximately five million people live with long-term disability related to TBI, at an annual cost in excess of $70 billion.”

Since arriving at UMass Med in 2012, Henninger has been able to refocus to TBI research. His laboratory, in collaboration with several other researchers at UMass, have taken some novel approaches to treating TBI, and now believe they could be on the verge of a big step in helping patients recover from head injuries.

Specifically, Henninger and his colleagues are working on dealing with traumatic axonal injury. Axons are the connections between neurons in the brain that allow neurons to effectively communicate with each other. With damaged axons, communication between neurons becomes less effective and patients ultimately suffer neurological

deficits.It appears axons cannot be repaired once

disconnected, but there is some good news. While it was once thought axons were damaged or torn by the trauma force of the brain injury, it now appears that the trauma actually triggers processes that only result in axon disconnections after a delay that could be hours, or days long.

Basically, the initial hit doesn’t kill the axons, but it does trigger a reaction that eventually will. Henninger believes he and his colleagues can stop that from happening.

“Of course, before we can think about therapy, we need to understand the processes that drive traumatic axonal injury and disruption. That is exactly the focus of my research,” Henninger said. “Specifically, my laboratory, and in collaboration with several researchers at UMass, investigates whether there are specific genes that drive axon destruction after TBI. Strikingly, our research indicates that this is indeed the case and it appears that, at least in the lab, we can dramatically limit axon destruction after TBI by removing specific genes.”

“We strongly believe that this represents a major step forward in the field, and may result in a completely novel approach to protecting the brain from traumatic injury.”

GETTING OUT OF THE GAME?It is no secret football participation is dropping nationwide. From 2008 to 2012, a period strongly influenced by the high-profile studies and Congressional hearings of 2009, high school football participation dropped 2.3 percent, according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).

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This comprehensive program educates and certifies coaches in health and safety issues, including concussions and a number of other problems that have plagued youth football in recent years, such as dehydration and sudden cardiac arrest.

The program is working, at least locally. Worcester’s Pop Warner Football program,

the Vikings, boast teams across a variety of age and weight groups that engage in tackling. Yawin Smallwood was a Viking from age 7-13 before his days at Doherty, and former All-Pro kick returner Jerry Azumah starred for the Vikings before his college days in New Hampshire and NFL career with the Chicago Bears.

While youth programs are losing participants across the country, the Vikings have to turn kids away.

“We’ve had a great sign-up this year, and all of our teams are already filled,” Vikings coach and director Michael Clark said. “We’ve been using the ‘Heads Up’ program, focusing on teaching proper tackling technique. We’ve also made sure that our equipment is top of

the line. We’ve been averaging around 25 new helmets a year, so the kids are getting all the best protection.”

Clark admits his teams usually fill up, but this year his rosters were set sooner than usual. He attributes this to a comfort parents have with the Vikings’ techniques, equipment and safety protocols.

“I think what we’ve been doing with our program has led to more people signing their kids up. We’re usually not filled up quite this early,” Clark said. “We’re just aware of what’s going on. We’re not going to do any drills that endanger any children, not like the ones I did when I was a kid playing.

HEAD INJURIES ACROSS CENTRAL MASSWhile it may not exactly be Texas, Central Mass has its share of proud and successful football programs, along with intense rivalry games. Sprinkled throughout the region are schools that have

produced college and pro players at all levels, and perhaps no program is more consistently successful than the one at St. John’s High School in Shrewsbury.

Leading that program is proud alum and local businessman John Andreoli. Before returning to his alma mater to coach in 2004, Andreoli starred as a defensive end for Holy Cross, earning First Team Division I All-New England and All-East Honors, and was named team captain and Crusader of the Year as a senior in 1982. He was inducted into the Holy Cross Varsity Club Hall of Fame in 2000.

Now a coach at one of the most prestigious programs in the region, Andreoli believes recent advancements in head injury understanding will help the game in the long run.

“I think, first of all, the awareness of head injuries has been raised to the level that it should be. The parental knowledge and the medical knowledge have created a tremendous sense of awareness,” Andreoli said. “The game obviously has risks, as every other sport does, but the increased awareness and diligence for concussion management, and the practice methods and modes have really benefitted the game and the kids that play it.”

“At the end of the day, I think the tremendous lessons, experience and teamwork that go along with playing high school football far outweigh the potential risk of head injuries.”

One of Andreoli’s top players the past few years has been linebacker Sam Norton. A 2015 graduate, Norton’s football days are behind him, though he may go out for the University of Massachusetts’ club rugby team next year when he gets to Amherst.

A native of Leominster, Norton never played youth football, and actually joined the football team just to make friends when he arrived on the St. John’s campus in 2011. Despite a late start, Norton grew into, perhaps, the region’s best linebacker and a team captain during his time in Shrewsbury.

While Norton does not believe he has ever suffered a concussion, he has dealt with head pain, but believes it is just a part of the game.

“I have never been diagnosed with a concussion,” Norton said. “That being said, playing football, and especially being a linebacker, I take a lot of hits. I’ve dealt with headaches and things like that.”

“I’ve never had a hit and gotten a headache right after. But it’s one of those things where you come home from a Saturday game and your body is hurting, and your head is as well. That was just the way I thought football goes. It’s not a kind game, it’s a violent game.”

Still, Norton would have no problem pulling himself from a game if he thought he was suffering from a concussion. That is something not all football players are quite ready to do yet, especially at the high school level.

“Here’s what this is all really about. We have this very violent sport where head injuries are an issue, but at the same time it’s a tough guy sport where nobody wants to show weakness,” Norton said. “So that can lead to problems. But I understand that, 20 years down the road, I’m not going to be paying the bills by playing football, so my brain is my biggest asset and I need to protect it. So, if I ever felt like there was a situation where I had a head injury, I would have reported it.”

Unfortunately, not every school in the region has the resources of St. John’s, and schools are sometimes left without trainers at practice, and with EMTs that are more prepared to deal with standard first aid and CPR issues than they are with brain trauma at games.

“We’ve had cases where it looked like a kid took a shot to the head, and the EMT was trying, but he was a fireman,” Doherty coach Sean Mulcahy said. “He kind of looked at me like, ‘What do you want to do coach?’”

At Worcester’s North High School, head coach Dan Boyle has been building a program for the past seven years. The Polar Bears made it through last season without any concussion issues, but dealt with four the prior year.

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To deal with the threat of concussions, Boyle has been active in explaining the dangers and symptoms of head injuries to his players, as well as sending home informative paperwork to parents. The Polar Bears also have strict guidelines for a player returning to the field after a potential concussion.

“If a player is diagnosed with a concussion, the school department’s head nurse’s office is contacted by me the day of. They, in turn, contact the school’s nurse, who meets with the player daily following the injury,” Boyle said. “The player is out a minimum of two weeks and cannot return without permission, in writing, from their primary care physician, which goes through the nurse’s office. When they are cleared they go through a progression of stretching, conditioning, then light contact to make sure there are no recurring symptoms. The athletic director also has to be told of a potential concussion the day of.”

Despite all of this work, Boyle still believes the press surrounding the NFL and head

injuries could make parents hesitant to let their children play football.

“I do think that the new information we have on concussions, and the publicity generated from NFL-related incidents involving former players with long-term disabilities has resulted in some parents being more hesitant to allow their kids to participate in contact sports, especially football,” Boyle said. “I understand their concern, and we do everything we can to keep these kids healthy, which is obviously our number one priority.”

Ray Sarkodieh just finished his freshman year at Assumption College, where he got his first taste of college football. Like Norton, Sarkodieh believes he has never suffered a concussion, but has been put in a “daze.” The former St. Peter-Marian star, who led Central Mass in quarterback sacks in 2013, also feels that head injuries are taken more seriously at the collegiate level than they are in high school.

“I’ve never dealt with any concussions,

but I have received major hits that put me in a daze ... Never really got any of them checked out,” Sarkodieh said. “All players are aware of the dangers of concussions. In high school it’s more of a ‘who cares, just play’ type of situation. In college, concussions are taken seriously. In college, I received proper treatment for all my injuries, even minor ones, and was never cleared to play until I was ready.”

“In high school,” he continued, “kids would just take a week or so off, then just jump right back into the game.”

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head injuries. According to the University of Pittsburgh’s Brain Trauma Research Center, more than 300,000 sports-related concussions occur annually in the United States, and they are not all from safeties hitting receivers or defensive ends sacking quarterbacks.

In fact, the Research Center said, the likelihood of a player sustaining a concussion while playing any contact sport is estimated to be 19 percent per season. Soccer, hockey and lacrosse have all dealt with concussion issues, but unlike football, each has seen growth in its youth and high school participation in recent seasons.

During football’s youth and high school dark period from 2008-2012, lacrosse became the fastest growing sport in America. Boys’ varsity lacrosse programs were added at 621 schools, while 588 added girls’ varsity programs in that span. U.S. Lacrosse estimates there were nearly 750,000 players participating in organized lacrosse in 2013, representing a nearly 3.5-percent growth over the previous year.

Even more promising for lacrosse is the fact that more than 400,000 of these participants were registered at the youth level, making the future of the sport very bright.

Here in Central Mass, lacrosse has grown by leaps and bounds. Worcester’s combined lacrosse team, which draws players from all the city’s schools, has gone from afterthought to league champion and district contender over the last year, while regional powers St. John’s, Algonquin, Westborough and Grafton have all become more competitive on a state-wide level.

Last season, Shrewsbury’s lacrosse team made a surprise run to the district championship in Division 2 Central/West, a feat that helped head coach Nate Skermont earn the MIAA’s State Lacrosse Coach of the Year award.

Skermont believes the novelty of lacrosse is helping it grow while football participation dips, but also that the game itself has made itself more appealing to players and parents.

“I personally think that lacrosse is still so ‘new’ to the area that people are so excited to try it. It’s so fast and the games are over quicker than most baseball games, so in the spring I think some parents enjoy that aspect,” Skermont said. “As far as the head injuries go, with professional lacrosse not being very popular - college lacrosse is way more popular with fans - there aren’t as many stories on SportsCenter, or the local sports channels about the dangers of the game.

“Football is always in the news, and unfortunately it’s in the news more and more with retired players having head issues, or now recently with younger players retiring

early out of fear of future damage.” Lacrosse, Skermont said, has done well in

changing how the game is played, such as eliminating many of the body checks.

“So now,” he said, “kids are growing up not playing the body as much as they are gaining good position on defense. They have also made the penalties much more harsh in games for any hit to the head.”

NO EASY ANSWERSFootball is a violent sport centered on collisions, so brain injuries will likely always be a part of the game. But, with new techniques and equipment, along with some potentially revolutionary therapies being researched locally, youth and high school football may not be in quite the dire straits the numbers initially indicate.

Youth football’s rate of participation loss has slowed in the last two years, and Worcester’s local Pop Warner program is finding ways to put players and parents at ease. Meanwhile, local high school football players and coaches speak far more about a “change in football culture” than a change in the game itself.

Still, it is clear there is room to improve. Until all players can report injuries without fear of ridicule, lost playing time, or a host of other unwritten consequences, undiagnosed concussions will persist as an issue for the game at all levels.

If the stricter protocols for players returning from injuries are consistently enforced, and coaches, players and parents continue to evolve and educate themselves on the issue of head injuries, football may endure as America’s game for decades to come.

“I think we’ve shown that the medical management of concussions, and the steps toward getting back work,” Andreoli said of dealing with concussions on his team. “If you look at it compared to 30 years ago, there were two levels; if you had a really bad concussion, you were out, but if you had the typical ‘bell rung’ hit, that wasn’t really considered anything. We’re much more aware now.”

Joe Parello is a freelance journalist whose work has been featured in ESPN Boston and multiple other sites across the Commonwealth. He currently runs his own site, SuiteSports.com, where he covers Central Mass football and lacrosse, and blogs about whatever strikes his fancy. His site also features columns and podcasts from legendary Boston sportscaster Bob Lobel. You can follow Joe on Twitter @HerewegoJoe.

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Local author shares voices of othersJoshua Lyford

Worcester is a city of immigrants, and the population has grown in recent years. The influx of new people, cultures and interests lends itself to an interesting fabric weaved of collective experience. For many immigrants, pulling up their roots and traveling to a new home, sometimes under extreme duress, to a new home can prove both challenging and terrifying.

The personal tales of struggle, hardship and triumph can sometimes get lost in the sands of time; perhaps the conversation is too difficult share, or the language barrier too steep, that the stories, never get told.

Now, following a successfully funded Kickstarter campaign, a new book, “Sharing Voices, Getting from There to Here,” has emerged to relay some of those tales.

Stacy Amaral, born to a family of immigrants, has resided in Worcester since 1956, with periods spent in other countries, such as Nicaragua and Puerto Rico. Speaking both Spanish and English, she worked as a bilingual teacher in the Worcester Public School system for many years. These days she is an interpreter. Amaral said she has lived in the Main South area of the city since 1971, and fell in love with the people and the stories that have surrounded her.

“My neighborhood, I love it,” she said. “It’s

great and I’ve known people there for all that time, and I taught in a few neighborhood schools, so I know all these kids, and one day while I was on my front porch, I started counting languages. I counted 17 in the square block near where I lived. I knew those people, and I was always interested in those

stories because people come from other places and my family came from different places. So, I thought, I’m going to talk to people and that’s what happened.”

Amaral started interviewing people around the neighborhood, many were personal friends of hers, and the stories were those

that she had never heard until she began to ask questions. While she didn’t know it at the time, these recorded conversations would go on to become “Sharing Voices.”

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Punk community comes together for Sarah EwingJoshua Lyford

The tragic death of Sarah Ewing in front of Kelley Square’s Hotel Vernon on May 14 rocked the Worcester community. Ewing passed before her time in a freak accident caused by a tractor trailer that had pulled over to allow an emergency vehicle. No one could have predicted the events would unfold, and for family, friends and those on hand for the incident, there is little to be said to help make sense of what transpired.

However, in classic form, the city’s hardcore punk community has banded together in order to raise money for the family. On Thursday, May 28 the Hotel Vernon will play host to eight great Worcester bands, with all proceeds going to the family of Sarah Ewing.

Tinnitus, Cleansing Wave, Villain, Foxfires (full disclosure: the author’s band), Rend, Cinderblock, Truth Decay and Feedback Psychosis will be playing in the ship room of the Hotel Vernon beginning at 7 p.m. The suggested donation is $5-10, though more can be given and there will be a bake sale and flea market, with donated art, jewelry and more. Proceeds will be contributed to the fund.

For a hardcore show to come together in such a short amount of time is testament to the area scene’s ability to work with one another in a time of need. This is especially true at the Hotel Vernon, a mainstay in this particular music scene.

“Every one of us have stood in that spot, it could have been anyone,” said the show’s promoter, Ryan Jarvis. “It’s so tragic and it’s so unbelievable.”

“This came together pretty easily because all of the bands were so eager to do it,” he added. “I feel like, generally, it can be tough to reach out to bands and hear back from them and to get enough bands to play and all that, but, people were really easy with this.”

For some of the bands, the event is more personal than others, though all can feel the ripple effect from the tragic events of that night. Cleansing Wave vocalist Melissa Grandmaison is a bartender at the Hotel Vernon and was working the evening Ewing was killed. For those on hand, it is impossible to make sense of what occurred. The only thing that made sense was to come together

in order to raise money. What started as a small idea quickly blossomed in a shower of community support.

“Everybody down there was really shaken up, so we thought that we could do a show and have Cleansing Wave play,” said Jarvis. “We picked the first open date on the calendar and it just went from there. I feel like I talked

to a handful of friends and next thing I knew, there were eight bands. There were a ton of bands I had to tell couldn’t play.”

Villain, a hardcore band from Marlborough, has members who were personal friends with Sarah Ewing, while Rend, a Central Massachusetts genre-bender that blends punk, screamo and hardcore

elements, had members who worked with her. The community may consist of a huge number of people, but the connections are always close to home.

Eight bands would generally be a bit of a handful for a Thursday evening, but those playing will perform short sets with a shared backline for quick changeovers to keep things moving.

“I feel like there is enough of a support system, especially at the Vernon,” explained Jarvis. “Melissa (Grandmaison-Cleansing Wave) will be working the bar and taking a break for the set and then going back to the bar. It will be a hectic night, but as long as you have a handful of people you can rely on, it usually runs pretty smooth.”

Jarvis got his start in booking and promoting while volunteering at The Space when he was just 16. From there he put on shows at places like The wheelchair; 14 years later, he is still going at it. Once these venues stopped booking shows, in order for more bands to come into the city and get paid for playing, the only option was do it yourself. The hardcore punk community in its own way, is at its best when it comes together for a purpose.

“I feel like there is often a bad reputation or a bad name for hardcore punk and there are these little feuds and nonsense, but I think when something serious like this happens, I feel like this is always the case,” said Jarvis. “People want to come out and be supportive. It really is a good, solid, community. It doesn’t surprise me that a lot of people have responded in the ways that they have. There are reliable people when you need them.”

“I feel like there is a good core of people that are there to see things happen right and I’m hoping that people are pretty generous so we can help ease that burden that the family is dealing with,” he added. “The last thing you want to think of in a situation like this is the financial responsibility. Hopefully, the folks that were close to Sarah get some comfort out of all these people coming together.”

Head to the Hotel Vernon Thursday, May 28 at 7 p.m. to help raise money for the family of Sarah Ewing and to enjoy some great area bands. If you can’t make the show, but wish to donate, several options have been made available; online at GoFundMe and in person at the Vernon.

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at [email protected]. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts.

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Country singer Lance Stinson brings south up northJoshua Lyford

Country music artist Lance Stinson comes from a one-stoplight town in Georgia, called Lumber City. While he has toured nationally and gained a significant fan base and the respect of his peers, he keeps that small town attitude with him wherever tour may bring him.

On July 2, The Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St., will play host to Stinson and his band.

When speaking to Stinson, it is obvious the success has not gone to his head; the man is humble, friendly and appreciative of the interest. His smooth southern drawl pulls you in and his voice positively slinks over what he refers to as “kick-in-the-teeth” country. Stinson used the influences he gained from growing up in a rural, hard working community as motivation behind his music and lyrics. His father was a fan of classic country - the likes of Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Keith Whitley, Conway Twitty and Hank Williams Sr. His older brothers were fans of Hank Williams Jr., as well as 80s rock. That combination is reflected in Stinson’s songs, but he got his start in singing early on.

“Well, I first started singing when I was like eight at a church, we were doing a Christmas play,” Stinson recalled. “That’s where I started and then I kept singing right on through, just by myself. When we were in high school, I was 15, a couple guys I went to school with played guitar and one played drums. We put a personal band together and started gigging. I’ve been playing live music ever since.”

As far as influences that carry over into the lyrics, Stinson said he relied on his own personal life, and that of his family and friends.

“It’s everything, life, the experiences of things I’ve done or my friends have done, even things I’ve seen on movies,” he said. “Inspiration comes from a lot of different places, but mainly, from experiences that I’ve had, or real good friends of mine that I’ve seen do crazy stuff.”

Some of those inspirations come through on songs such as “Taillights & Dust,” which is available on iTunes. Stinson said much of the motivation he has to continue performing is not the fame; while growing a significant fan base is certainly great, it is to stay true to his roots.

“What we’re just trying to do is keep the music real,” he said. “I think that’s why we’ve been as successful as we’ve been over all the years, especially this past year. Our music has kind of taken off and our fan base has grown a lot and we’re getting out. It’s mainly keeping it real and being true to ourselves. Some people can get hung up or lost on what everyone else is doing and I think that takes away from the whole creative part of music. You wouldn’t tell a painter to paint like another guy. People can relate to the music and I think that’s been our biggest help along the way.”

Part of that “keeping the music real” attitude is maintained simply by having the right group of guys up on stage every night.

“It’s finding good musicians that can relate to the music and can work together well and we’re all heading for the same goal,” he said. “That’s been key, too. Finding people I know that I can walk on stage and know that they’re there for the right reasons, they love music.”

Country music is a classic staple in the south. There is obviously a market up here in the north, but it has not always been as warmly embraced as other genres. Stinson said that he has found the Northeast to be a

pleasant surprise.“Everywhere is different, but really it

surprised me that people that far North want me to come up and perform for them,” he said. “It’s an honor for me and I’m glad that they love country music.”

It may not be as shocking a realization as it was when Stinson and company were first beginning to travel outside of his Georgia home and realizing that other parts of the United States were looking to get a fix.

“I was a little scared back in the day, when we had some music out and we got picked up on a radio station in California,” Stinson explained. “I was like, really? Me being from Georgia, I had never been anywhere close to California at the time. I was like, they really want to hear my music? Then we started building a little fan base out there. There are country people everywhere, it’s not just in the south. People say, ah, you’re from the south, you’re a redneck. No, I’m just country.”

You can check out Lance Stinson for yourself at The Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St., July 2 at 10 p.m. Find his music online at Reverbnation.com and on the iTunes. Learn more about the man at Lancestinson.net.

“What I enjoy the most is when we get out and play and there’s a crowd singing the words back to you,” Stinson added. “That means more to me than any amount of money that you can put on it.”

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“The bravery and the courage it takes to uproot yourself, oftentimes it’s by necessity, not always, but often, is what interests me,” said Amaral. “Even if you know the language, you don’t know how to make a phone call, what is expected, how to dress. As a person who has been bicultural and bilingual all my life, I can really appreciate the capacity for people to incorporate more than one culture

in their world and language. I see it as so courageous.”

Over the course of a year, Amaral interviewed nine individuals who came to Main South as immigrants, all but two of whom are from other countries. The people represented in “Sharing Voices” are men and women, very young to very old, black, white, Latino and Asian - all with varying degrees of education, careers and interests. Amaral said the book could be a great tool to teach people not only about their past, but others’ pasts and experiences. Perhaps, through a bit of understanding, the stories could even bring people closer together.

“It’s good for regular Americans too,”

said Amaral. “Some of the attitudes toward immigrants [are] very negative. It could be good to see those things that they normally don’t.”

While each story is both interesting and enlightening, and Amaral herself said she could not pick out one that was of particular note in regards to the others, there are certain upticks in the stories that are impossible not to make you feel something.

“I interviewed a woman who was the granddaughter of an Armenian genocide survivor,” Amaral said. “When I asked to talk to her mother, she cried. She couldn’t do it. It was so painful because her mother suffered so much, she watched her family get taken,

it’s terrible. The granddaughter had tears, she knew the grandma’s story.”

Amaral distributed copies of her book to neighborhood secondary schools for English and history classes, in hopes that students can learn from these tales. Currently, the only way to purchase a copy of “Sharing Voices” is to contact the author at [email protected]

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at [email protected]. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts.

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In February S.E.A. Cuisine opened its doors in the former home of the long-standing Millbury Fish & Chips on Howe Ave. The first Thai restaurant in Millbury is the third restaurant for the owners – with Thai Time in Worcester and Brown Rice in West Boylston already established.

Although I’ve ordered take-out for lunch on a few occasions since S.E.A. Cuisine opened, I had yet to dine-in, so on a recent weeknight Savannah and I headed 10 minutes out of Worcester for dinner. Only a few minutes from the Shoppes at Blackstone Valley, S.E.A. Cuisine is one of several non-chain restaurant options in Millbury.

On this particular night, take-out seemed

to be busy, but we were the first dinners to be seated in the small dining room. The dining room offered several tables for parties of four, and several more for parties of two and was clean and bright — more promising thean the façade let us to expect. The hostess doubled as our server, and as potentially kitchen staff as she seemed like she handled it all. She gave a brief explanation of the menu before giving us a few minutes to look it over and ran off to take another call for take-out.

S.E.A. Cuisine is a BYOB establishment, which we didn’t plan for, but it worked out for Savanna and I as we tried the sweetened Thai Iced Tea ($3 each). Although Savanna has had Thai Iced Tea numerous times, this was my first experience, and it will not be my last. The combination of Thai tea and half & half served over ice is not only delicious, but proved to be helpful in taking the edge off the spicier items that we ordered.

Our server was happy to walk us through the different parts of the menu and offer us suggestions based on our preferences. We decided to start with the Appetizer Sampler ($10.95) consisting of two of each of the following: Thai crispy rolls (crispy rice paper with chicken and mixed vegetables), vegetable rolls, Chicken Satay (chicken

skewers marinated in Thai spices), golden triangles (deep-fried egg roll skins with vegetables) and Crab Rangoons (wonton wraps, deep fried, with crab meat and cream cheese). Served with peanut sauce, cucumber sauce and a sweet chili sauce, this platter should have been enough for us to start, but we just had to try the roasted Brussels sprouts ($7). The sampler was a good start, but the Brussels sprouts were the star of the table. Crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these slightly sweet morsels left us wanting more.

For meals, we opted to split the pineapple fried rice and one of the house specialties, “Furious Trio.” Thankfully, our server informed us they can make any dish as spicy or as mild as we wish. With two chili peppers denoting the Furious Trio being “Very Spicy,” we asked for a milder version.

Just as we finished up all the appetizers (yes, we ate them all), our meals arrived. The Pineapple Fried Rice ($10.95) with pineapple chicken, egg, onions, peas, scallion

and curry power was marked with one chili pepper, or “Somewhat Spicy.” I was confident that I could handle “Somewhat Spicy,” and did, with a little help from the Thai iced tea. Not overwhelming, the spice played off the

sweet of the pineapple, but gave it just the right kick.

The Furious Trio ($12.95), now on the mild side, is a combination of chicken, pork and beef with scallions, onions, celery, mushrooms and cashew nuts, served with a side of white rice. Although a perfect combination of meat and vegetables, it lacked in flavor and was missing the cashews.

As we finally had our fill, we boxed the remainder of our meals (no, we didn’t eat it all), and received the check ($62 with tip).

Although the Furious Trio was a bit bland, our overall meal and service offset any disappointment with our dining experience. After having both take-out and dine-in service, I’m confident in saying the quality is consistent and well worth a trip to Millbury for Thai cuisine.


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È TORNATOWorcester’s Italian Festival is back. OK, not quite yet, but 2015 marks the return of what once was a really big deal in the city. After a hiatus of a few years, the festival is making its return with a whole new group of organizers. To kick things off and raise some money, the Board of the Italian Festival at Mount Carmel will serve up a pasta dinner Saturday, May 30, 6 p.m., at the Mount Carmel Rec Center. You’ll chow down on pasta, enjoy entertainment and raffles and help support the festival. Tickets are $12 apiece ($15 at the door). The event is BYOB, so if you want to down some vino, you can stop by your favorite packy first. Bring your kids for face painting. Join Worcester Magazine, proud media sponsor of the 2015 Italian Festival, and pasta dinner sponsors Boucher’s Good Books Religious Store and the Law Offices of Jessica Albino, for a fun night of food, fun and fundraising.

THEY’RE NUMBER ONE!If you’ve tried B.T.’s Smokehouse, either at its base location in Sturbridge or at one of the many spots around the area that owner Brian Treitman sells his oh-so-tasty pork and beef, you already know it’s among the best. Well, now it’s written into history. BBQ critic Johnny Fugitt visited 365 BBQ haunts

around the country and published, “The 100 Best Barbecue RestaurantSs in America.” Guess who made the cut? That’s right, BT’s was named

one of the best BBQ restaurants in the country and tops in New England. What really tantalized Fugitt’s taste buds? The Brisket Reuben sandwich, wings and mustard barbecue sauce. BT’s ended up being ranked No. 20, the only New England BBQ joint to crack the Top 25. “My

congratulations go to Brian Treitman and the whole team at BT’s,” Fugitt said. “After 365 barbecue restaurant visits in

a year, you still stand out as one of my favorites.” Want to read more? Grab the book for $15.99 on Amazon or head to barbecuerankings.com.

SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMESDon’t say a word, but if you do, tell ’em Bite-Sized told you. The buzz is growing louder over plans for the owners of Wild Willy’s in Worcester to take on the challenge of renovating the old Snow’s Restaurant on West Boylston Street. They will reopen it as

Wicked Wings. Can Worcester support another restaurant serving up delicious wings? We think so! No word on a definite start date, but keep your eyes open and your mouth watering.

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Worcester pines for ‘Trees’Jim Keogh

“American Hustle” was a good movie. Not great, but good.

That’s heresy around these parts, I know. After all, “American Hustle” is The Worcester Movie. To local audiences the film didn’t star Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper and Amy Adams. It starred Main Street, the Midtown Mall, and Nick’s.

So how are we to feel about the reception accorded to The Worcester Movie II? By now you may have heard that the Matthew McConaughey film “The Sea of Trees,” shot in and around our fair city, was screened for the press last week at the Cannes Film Festival and was greeted with a chorus of boos when the credits rolled.

Timberrrrr!

It’s one thing to write a strongly-worded critique, and quite another to treat a film with the same kind of open disdain pouring out of the Fenway bleachers when the Yankees are at bat. Just in case anyone thought those “boos” were actually misheard “yahoos,” Variety critic Scott Foundas left little doubt when he tweeted, “If Gus Van Sant’s filmography can be divided, Scorsese-style, into ‘one for me, one for them,’ SEA OF TREES is one for nobody.” Our beautiful Worcester Movie II turned into a piñata by those bastard critics!

I’m taking this one a little personally because, well, Matthew McConaughey and I have a connection.

I’m employed at Clark University, and

worked with the “Sea of Trees” location team last summer to help organize a day of filming on campus. Although this was a modestly budgeted film, the army of techs who descended on the university was sufficient to have invaded a small country, and, judging by their precise handling of heavy equipment, I’m pretty sure they could have won.

When McConaughey arrived on campus, a coworker of mine handed him baseball cap emblazoned with the word “Clark.” He asked, “Who’s Clark?”

Not a problem. The actor had been traveling all over Worcester County to film scenes — mowing a lawn on Metcalf Street, stumbling around Purgatory Chasm — and a little discombobulation was understandable.

The entire day McConaughey stayed locked into his character — a physics professor

whose wife’s death leaves him pondering suicide. As such, he was all business, his grim demeanor reflective of a man caught in the throes of depression. In one scene he taught a classroom of students, who sweltered in flannels and jeans. The scene was set in autumn, but in actuality the temperature was a roasting 90 degrees and the air conditioning was turned off because its hum would have marred the sound quality. I suspect McConaughey didn’t break a sweat.

Later, I watched him on a monitor while he shot a scene inside a physics professor’s office, and could appreciate his methodical acting approach, repeating the sequence through a dozen or so takes and nailing it every time. Clearly, he was on the job, and he knew his job well. (I will confess to being secretly thrilled that his costar in the scene was Katie Aselton of TV’s “The League.” Her girl-next-door cuteness is off the charts.)

As I stood in the hall during a break in the action I felt a man

brush my arm as he walked by. It was McConaughey making his way around me so he could get back to the office while, I imagine, thinking to himself, “How the hell do I get past this guy?”

I joked with a bystander that I should auction my shirt on e-Bay, but I don’t think I want to live in a world where someone buys a shirt simply because Matthew McConaughey’s shoulder molecules may have had sloughed off onto it.

I’m pulling for “The Sea of Trees” to be something special, the international press be damned. As a Worcesterite how can I feel differently? After all, the film doesn’t just star Matthew McConaughey, it stars us.

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music>Thursday 28 Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! Playing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s in the dining room. Best Wood fired Pizza’s, Italian Food, Full Bar, Lottery & me! No Cover. Come on out! Free! 7-10 p.m. Cafe’ Sorrento, 143 Central St., Milford. 508-478-7818. Karaoke. Karaoke by Star Sound Entertainment 7:30 p.m.-midnight Hirosaki Prime, 1121 Grafton St. 508-926-8700. The Outlaws. For The Outlaws, it was always about the music. For 40 years, the Southern Rock legends celebrated triumphs, endured tragedies and survived legal nightmares to remain one of the most influential and best-loved bands of the genre. Now they return with new music, new focus and an uncompromising new mission: It’s about a band of brothers bound together by history, harmony and the road. It’s about a group that respects its own legacy while refusing to be defined by its past. But most of all, it’s about pride. “It’s About Pride” is the new album from The Outlaws, a record 4 years in the making and perhaps 20 or more in the waiting. $46 advance; $50 day of show. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.comCactus Tommy D. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Midnight Lantern. 8 p.m.-midnight Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Thirsty Thursday Open Mic Night @ Dark Horse Tavern with Mark & Wibble. Calling all fellow musicians & artists alike! Join us down at the Dark Horse & bring your Guitars, Banjos, Mandolins, Trumpets & Xylophones & let’s have some fun. Showcasing real live local music & talent! To RSVP a time slot in advance, please send your name/time slot you’d like and e-mail (optional) to [email protected]. To all other players that want to come up to jam and don’t want to RSVP... there will be a sign-up sheet so you get to play your tunes accordingly, so don’t fret (no pun intended). Here are the times: 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 Free. 8-11 p.m. Dark Horse Tavern, 12 Crane St., Southbridge. 508-764-1100 or find them on Facebook.Audio Wasabi - Hosted by Brian Chaffee. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Live Band Karaoke w/Fingercuff. Every other Thursday! Come and rock out with a real band! We provide the music and lyrics, you provide the superstar! 8:30-11:30 p.m. Firefly’s Marlborough, 350 East Main St., Marlborough. 508-357-8883 or loveshackmusic.comThe last Man vs. MaShane show on Thursdays and The return of 70’s phenomenon The Afternoon Delight. We’ve had a ton of fun dancing to Man vs. MaShane over the past few months. Unfortunately, they are a very busy couple of dudes in the summer, so this is their last go ‘round. Worcester “super-group” The Afternoon Delight is back and after a few rehearsals, they want to play some new stuff with new member “Dwight Powers” on keys. They’ll be on around 9:30, so get here early! $5. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook.DJ/Karaok with DJ Curtic *Dancing*. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Gato de Mayo! A Night to Benefit Spay Worcester with Fellowship of the King! 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Ivy Material Hip Hop Show. 21+ 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. The Nic-O-Tines. 9 p.m.-noon Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. College Night w/ DJ Xkaliber. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Perfect Game Sports Grill and Lounge, 64 Water St. 508-792-4263. DJ (21+). N/A. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 WATER ST., 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

>Friday 29 Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat. Let Dr. Nat start your weekend with jazz, swing, blues, soul, samba, R&B, Broadway, original songs about Worcester, and other surprises, such as special guest vocalists and instrumentalists. Dancers welcome! Ask about Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat (TFIDN) menu bargains in the cabaret room! No cover charge, tips appreciated. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or natneedle.comJazz Trane from Joy of Music. Modern Mainstream Jazz Fresh & Innovative Improvisations For almost 30 years now, JOMP has been a crucible of seeding and encouraging young musicians in many styles and genres of music study and performance. Jazz Trane is a group of dynamite high-school-aged jazz musicians who come together to create fresh approaches to jazz improvisation. Their musical results are vibrant and exciting, not being afraid to experiment and venture out for discovering new frontiers in mainstream jazz sound. Free. 7-9 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St.

A Couple Of Blaggards. “A Couple of Blagguards” is a two-character comedy with incidental music, created by the brothers Frank McCourt and Malachy McCourt. These master raconteurs have laced their combined experiences growing up in Ireland, and their escape to America into a vaudeville of comedy, Irish songs and a gallery of relatives, rogues, fools and petty tyrants -- priestly and otherwise $20, Seniors $18, Group of 10 $16 ea. 7:30-10 p.m. Hibernian Cultural Center - Worcester, hall, 19 Temple St. 508-296-0797. DeadBeat celebrates 10th AnniversaryShow. DeadBeat, the area’s premier Grateful Dead tribute band, returns to play their 10th Anniversary Show at The Bull Run on Friday, May 29th. With such a large catalog of music to draw from, DeadBeat has the opportunity to bring their own unique style to the music, and also honor the flavor and flow that was the showmanship of the Grateful Dead. This show is anticipated to be another great success at this beloved and historic venue! DeadBeat has been performing the original music of the Grateful Dead and its family of bands, as well as music covered by those groups, since 2005. Lead guitarist Brian Stormwind and bassist Mike Bails Bailey have been playing together since 1988 and met rhythm guitar and vocalist Gary Barth in 2003. The band was finally formed when drummer Joe Pulitano answered a Craig’s List ad in 2005. When these guys got together to play they decided to form a new band that focused on their mutual love of the music of The Grateful Dead and the Jam Band sound and experience. DeadBeat was born! They are currently joined on stage by more recent additions to the band, vocalist Jennifer Markard and keyboardist Rich Cessarini. $10. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Bull Run Restaurant, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-673-8085 or find them on Facebook.John Ford Coley with Kerri Powers. There are songs you hear in your life that transport you to a certain time period or give you a special feeling. Songs like I’d Really Love To See You Tonight, Nights Are Forever Without You and Love Is The Answer have that kind of effect on people. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 8-10 p.m. Viva Bene Italian Ristorante, Club Symply Fargone at Viva Bene, 144 Commercial St. 978-563-9998 or symplyfargone.comKaraoke. Karaoke by Star Sound Entertainment 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Chooch’s Food & Spirits, 31 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield. 508-867-2494. Karaoke & Dance Party. DJ & Dancing 12:30am - 2am Free.

8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314. Kelly Wheeler & Tribe. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Men Of Steel Dancers “All Male Revue” presents “Gurls Nite Out”. Get ready for an epic “Gurl’s Nite Out”. Not only will you be partying with Men of Steel Dancers but you need to get there early so you can shop with local vendors (Athena’s, 31, etc.). Hot Seats are the hottest seat in the house - where you get taken on stage for a special performance - These are only $10.00 and can be purchased ahead of time at Eventbrite or before the show starts. Show is 21+ - Tickets are $10.00 in advance online or $15.00 at the door. Get all your friends together whether it’s for a Birthday, Bachelorette Party, Divorce Party or just a much needed night out with the girls. Any additional questions or reserved seating please email us at [email protected] or [email protected]. Check us out on Facebook at Men of Steel Dancers. Order tickets at eventbrite.com- $10. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook.Drunken Uncles. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Rivalry’s Sports Bar, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-243-1100. Girls on Girls. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Government Surplus. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Jennifer Antkowiak and Tom Lamark Open Mic Cabaret. No Cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051. Nemes, Cider Mill Stompers (folk duo), and The Sunshine Group (bluesy rock). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. The Great Escape. The ultimate tribute to Journey is back!!! $5 Cover 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. Trendkill-pantara cover, It destroys & kills. 21 plus, $5 cover charge $5 cover charge. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Drafter’s Sports Cafe, 325 Chase Ave, Dudley. 508-671-9053. Ken Macy - Acoustic Rock. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. DJ (21+). N/A. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St., 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

>Saturday 30 Johnny Romance Band. Bring your dancing shoes and boogie the night away to the funky sounds of Johnny Romance, Ken Macy and Greg Prendergast. 9:30-1:30 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750 or loveshackmusic.comJumpin’ Juba: Free Blues Concert. Outdoor concert: Jumpin’ Juba mixes blues from Chicago, Memphis and New Orleans with roots-y rock & roll, jazz, calypso,& Latin flavors. Steve Hurl’s guitar playing draws from great blues, & early rock & roll. Bruce Ward’s piano work recalls such greats as Prof. Longhair & Albert Ammons. Drummer Brian Flan knocks out a solid beat. Slap Happy is their 2nd CD offering of upbeat, varied blues/roots tunes. reverbnation.com Free. 1-3 p.m. Sargent Memorial Library, 427 Mass. Ave., Boxborough. 978-263-4680 or stevehurl.comStrong Eagle Daly, Native American flute player performs. Strong Eagle is a member of the Nipmuck nation. For the past 10 years he has been studying the art of flute making and carving animals on the instrument. He has played at weddings, funerals, large concerts, tribal pow-wows and more. He has recorded a music CD which will be available for sale. $10 per person. 2-3:30 p.m. Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232. Dan Kirouac with Mike Gallant. dankirouac.com

valsrestaurant.com Free. 6-9 p.m. Val’s Restaurant, 75 Reservoir St., Holden. 508-829-0900. Open Mic. Open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a talent! Hosted by Stephen Wright. 6-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800 or nucafe.comJazzed Up Featuring Mauro DePasquale. Jazzed Up Trio featuring Mauro DePasquale an evening of a Classic Cool blend of American Songbook and Jazz Classics. If you like Sinatra, Buble’, Connick Jr. , you will love Jazzed Up, “The Sweetest Music This Side Of Heaven”. No Cover. 7-10 p.m. Fish, 29 South Bolton St., Marlborough. 508-460-3474. Brethren. Christian Classic Rock! $4 Donation. 7:30-10 p.m.! Cafe con Dios! Main Room, 22 Faith Ave., Auburn. Quinebaug Valley Singers- Spring Concerts. Celebrating our tenth anniversary under Director Nym Cooke. Musical highlights from the last ten seasons. Free admission. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Spencer Congregational Church, Route 9, Spencer. 508-987-0549 or qvsingers.orgAztec Two-Step Second Step album 40th Anniversary Show. Aztec Two-Step, one of acoustic music’s most respected and enduring acts will Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of their ever-popular 1975 RCA album release “Second Step,” The duo will perform the album straight through, in its entirety, along with other ATS favorites. Aztec Two-Step’s 1972 self-titled debut on Elektra Records and three subsequent albums for RCA Records were staples of progressive FM & college radio, helping to bring the music of the 60s into the ‘70s and beyond. Since then, they have accumulated over 40 years of awards, accolades and TV & radio appearances, and are still defined by their intelligent songwriting, dazzling acoustic lead guitar & inspiring harmonies. ATS continues to be one of acoustic music’s most respected & enduring acts. $25 advance/$30 at the door. 8-10:30 p.m. Viva Bene Italian Ristorante, 144 Commercial St. 508-799-9999 or symplyfargone.comGo Gadget Go. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Music Worcester Season Finale - “Songs of Love and War” Memorial Day Tribute - The Worcester Chorus. The Worcester Chorus A Memorial Day Tribute Christopher Shepard, Artistic Director & Conductor Thompson Testament of Freedom Vaughan Williams Dona nobis pacem Moravec Songs of Love and War The 2014-2015 Season of Music Worcester begins and ends with The Worcester Chorus, and this final concert celebrates and honors Memorial Day. The text of the Moravec work comes from letters written by American soldiers to their loved ones. $40 for Adults, $15 with Student ID, $5 for Youth under 18. 8-10 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St. 508-754-3231 or musicworcester.org Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Artist Bomb Presents: Alchemystics, The Romano Project, Fulah. 21 plus 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. Auntie Trainwreck. Your favorite Auntie is back at the KasBar on Saturday, May 30th, 2015 for our first Saturday KasBar appearance in over a year! Those of you who know and love the Kas know that when the Trainwreck pulls in, we bring our own brand of music and mayhem to the KasBar stage- won’t you join us for Classic Rock, Blues, New Country, Alt Rock and Party Favorites you can dance to all night long? Join the entire KasBar staff as they party with us, and make sure you ask them for one of the KasBar’s famous Fishbowls. When Auntie and the Kas get together it’s always a crazy good time- be there! 21+, No Cover! 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385 or find them on Facebook.BitterSuite Rocks Hopedale, MA. Dance the night away with BitterSuite. A 4 piece band playing an eclectic variety of music from Journey, Evanescence, to Bruno Mars and One Republic to

Southbridge is the place to be Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.. for Southbridge Fest 2015. Main Street turns into party central, where you can enjoy live entertainment, games, food, shopping and a parade. Don’t miss the beer garden if you are over 21 and over. Best of all? It’s free! For more information, go to facebook.com/SouthbridgeFestEvent or email [email protected].

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name only a few. 9 p.m.-midnight Liz’s DiamondGrill, 1 Menfi Way, Hopedale. 508-478-0690. Like us on Facebook.Go, Gorilla Pie, The Pale Nephews, and Riff Legion! 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Live MUSIC - Good Question @ Blue Plate Lounge. Live music -- wide range of tunes! Beatles, Stones to Pearl Jam and more! 9-11:30 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566 or find them on Facebook.Norm Tonelli & Friends. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Rivalry’s Sports Bar, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-243-1100. Silverbacks. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Strangler Needs a Manicure, Fires Of Old, Roofie Vulture, Influenza and Water Cure. A Worcester Metal Supergroup: Members: Clark Brown-Guitar and Vocals Vin Pendleton-Bass Tim Powers-Guitar Joe Simone-Drums $6. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or Find them all on Facebook.The Allens! 100 proof Rock 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314. Tyra Penn & Her Army of Snakes at 9pm! No Cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Tyrus. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051. Wooing Dorothy & Sharpshooter. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. DJ (21+). N/A. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St., 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Guy Bergeron - Acoustic Rock. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Worcester Jazz Collective @ Sahara. Worcester Jazz Collective plays Sahara Restaurant every 4th Saturday! Deconstructed Standards and Originals. Free. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181 or worcesterjazzcollective.com

>Sunday 31 Choral Music by Fauré, Mozart, Bach, Mendelssohn, and More. The First Parish Church of Berlin Choir performs selections from Fauré’s Requiem and short pieces by Mendelssohn,

Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, and Leavitt. Joined by ensemble of local instrumentalists. Donations Collected for FPC Music Program. 4-5:30 p.m. First Parish Church of Berlin, 24 Central St., Berlin. 978-838-2575. Hangover Hour at 5pm, then Andy Cummings at 8:30pm. No Cover. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Jim’s Sunday Blues Jam. Every week, Jim Perry hosts the best blues jam around, and brings in very special guest performers.

No cover. 6-10 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Open Mic Sundays @ Plaza Azteca! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: [email protected] (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it! Learn Free! 6-9 p.m. Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St. Funky Jazz Jam Sundays. 21 plus first, and third Sundays! More info on Facebook. Free. 7-11 p.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. Roger Convery. 7-10 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Worcester Jazz Collective @ Electric Haze. Worcester

Jazz Collective plays Electric Haze every 2nd Sunday! Deconstructed Standards and Originals. Free. 8-11 p.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629 or worcesterjazzcollective.comKaraoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051.

>Monday 1 Blue Mondays. Guitarist/Singer Nate Flecha plays the blues every Monday. Free. 7-9 p.m. starlite, 37 Hamilton St., Southbridge. 772-402-8777 or Find them on Facebook.Open Mic/Open Decks. Sign up is at 7pm for half hour or less slots. Use our PA system, mics, controller and sound tech. Anything is welcome!! 21plus Free. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

>Tuesday 2 An Encore Presentation - Annual Free Seniors Concert. An Encore Presentation! Worcester Chamber Music Society performs music of Wapango, Telemann, Mozart and Glazunov. Adults $27, Seniors Free, Youth under 17 Free. 7-8 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community, 65 Briarwood Circle. 508-217-4450, ext. 1. The Worcester Chamber Music Society. The Worcester Chamber Music Society will perform music of Wapango, Telemann, Mozart and Glazunov. Free for Senior Citizens, Adults $27. Reservations and information at 508-217-4450 Ext 1 or worcesterchambermusic.org. Seniors Free; Adults $27 Call 508-217-4450. 7-8 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Birches Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. Tuesday Night at the Movies. Join us Tuesday nights for a wide range of Movies, Movie Trivia and just plain fun. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Vertigo Trivia Game Show - Free To Enter. Vertigo hits Shrewsbury Street! This is not your typical pub trivia! An eight round interactive team event, complete with visual, audio, and other specialty rounds that are anything but boring! Prizes for the top finishers, and fun for all who participate. The host, formerly a contestant on ABC’s I Survived A Japanese Game Show, has been hosting trivia competitions for over seven years, and has recently started Vertigo to bring a jolt to the often dry, slow moving pub trivia nights in Central Mass. Teams will have a blast facing topics ranging from all areas of the knowledge spectrum! Visit and “Like” the Facebook page for a free answer the day of the event. Teams can have up to six players, so grab your friends or family and come out for a night of fun competition and great food!! Free. 7-9 p.m. Vintage Grille, 346 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-0558 or vertigotrivia.comVertigo Trivia Night. Free to play and great prizes! Free. 7-10

p.m. Vintage Grille, 346 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-0558. Tuesday Open Mic Night @ Greendale’s Pub with Bill McCarthy Local Musicians Showcase! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: [email protected] (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn Over Sixty Different Musicians Regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * former or currently signed recording artists * award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * regularly gigging paid-performers * published songwriters * recording studio owner/operators * combinations of any and/or all of the above networks. To check the schedules and open slots visit our Facebook.

Any slot marked as “open” usually is! 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or Find them on Facebook.C.U.Next Tuesday! Tunes in the Diner with DJ Poke Smot and Special Guests every Tuesday Night! No cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Every Tuesday: Jon Bonner and Boogie Chillin’. 9 p.m.-midnight Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439. Hip Hop Tuesdays. Every Tuesday is different! Check our facebook page, under events for more details! $5-$15. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. Illa Recordz’ King Sekou w/ Mic Murd. 21 plus 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

>Wednesday 3 Open Mic/Local Musicians’ Showcase w/ BILL McCarthy @ Guiseppe’s. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it! at: [email protected] (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) network * collaborate * Learn over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * former or currently signed recording artists * award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * regularly gigging paid-performers * published songwriters * recording studio owner/operators * combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit our Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! 7:30-10:30 p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405 or Find them on Facebook.Ladies Night. Wednesday is Ladies Night at Beatniks. Drink & Food specials for the Ladies. A great place to meet after work! Private patio, Plenty of free parking 8 p.m.-midnight Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Dominos and other games at the bar. It’s tons of fun! Free. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or dominoesrules.orgKaraoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051. Mr Smartass Theatre presents “Journey To The Seventh Planet”. A comedic take on a really horrible movie. You’re gonna love it. Our three-man team watches Earth send a five-man team to explore the frozen planet Uranus, only to find a temperate forest and sultry women from their past on it, courtesy of an alien brain with evil designs. When our team watches...they can’t shut up about it and the squawk is hilarious. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or imdb.comSean Ryan on Acoustic. 9 p.m.-midnight Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022.

artsADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or www.adcmusic.com/Index.htmAnna Maria College, 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton. 508-849-3300 or annamaria.eduArtsWorcester, “Agglomeration” by Megan McNaught and Luke Buffenmyer, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through June 30; “Random Payoffs” by Bob O’Donnell, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through July 8; “The Sixteenth ArtsWorcester Biennial”, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 30. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free. 660 Main St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.orgAsa Waters Mansion, Admission: $3 for guided tour $7-10 for tea. 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-0855 or asawaters.orgAssumption College: Emmanuel d’Alzon Library, 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7272 or assumption.eduBooklovers’ Gourmet, “A Bit of This, a Bit of That”, drawings, paintings and mixed media by Tim Oliver, Through May 30. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or er3.comClark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for galler. 310 High St., Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.comCollege of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 2-5 p.m. Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or holycross.eduDanforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 or danforthmuseum.orgEcoTarium, Wild Music: Experience the Sounds and Songs of Life , Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, May 30 - Sept. 6; Preschool and Toddler Wednesdays, Wednesdays, through Dec. 16. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $14.00 adults; $10 for children ages 2-18, college students with IDs & senior citizens. Children under 2 & EcoTarium members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special programs. 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.orgFisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham. 978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.eduFitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.orgFitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, closed Thursday - Saturday. 50 Grove St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or fitchburghistory.fsc.eduFitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. fitchburgstate.eduFruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456-3924 or fruitlands.orgGallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 or galleryofafricanart.orgHighland Artist Group, 113 Highland St. highlandartistgroup.comMass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Hours: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 414 Massasoit

Join the Urban Kitchen in Worcester Friday, May 29 for a real WOW event. It’s Women Out in Worcester, from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a night of pampering, shopping and drinks. Local vendors will provide mini services, samples and discounts. You must be 18 or older to attend, and the first 150 there will receive a tote bag with free goodies. The cost is $20 per person. The Urban is at 225 Shrewsbury St. For more information, visit eventbrite.com or email [email protected].

Treasure Valley Scout Reservation in Rutland hosts the Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center’s (WIIC) Annual Powwow Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 394 Pleasantdale Road. The Native American-style cultural festival shares and celebrates traditions and values of native people. WIIC has been putting on the powwow for almost 35 years. Experience Native music, drumming, dancing, traditional regalia, flute playing, food, art and more. Admission is free, parking is $5. For more information, email [email protected], call 774-578-5385 or email [email protected].

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Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.orgMuseum of Russian Icons, Byzantium to Russia, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Sept. 12. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 11-3 a.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3 a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (59 +), $7; Students, $5; Children

3-17, $5; Children <3, FREE. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5000x17 or museumofrussianicons.orgOld Sturbridge Village, Kindred Spirits: A.B. Wells, Malcolm Watkins, and the Origins of Old Sturbridge Village, Through Jan. 15, 2016. Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 free. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 or osv.orgPost Road Art Center, Call to Artists: Themed Exhibit- _Budding Artists_ 2015, Through May 28. Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508-485-2580 or postroadartcenter.comPreservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or preservationworcester.orgPrints and Potter Gallery: American Arts and Crafts Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508-752-2170 or printsandpotter.comSalisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.orgSAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.comSprinkler Factory, Admission: FREE. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.comThe Foster Gallery, 51 Union St. 508-397-7139 or thefostergallery.comTop Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

Look what the cat dragged in! Bret Michaels takes the stage at Indian Ranch, 200 Gore Road, Webster on Sunday, May 31, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Think you’ll hear some old Poison tunes? We think so! Proceeds will benefit The Barton Center for Diabetes Education Inc. Catch shown opener FireHouse at 1:30 p.m. on the main stage before Michaels. Barton Center employee Tom Racine will play with his band, Hero on Hold, at 12:30 p.m. on the Corral Stage. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased at indianranch.com. For more information, email [email protected] or call 508-987-2056.

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21 Prichard St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.comTower Hill Botanic Garden, Art of the Heirloom: Hudson Valley Seed Library Exhibit, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 31; Library Exhibit: Women in Horticulture Hall, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, through June 30; Art Exhibit: Every Human Souls a Garden with artist Robin Reynolds, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, June 2 - June 28. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, FREE to Members & Children under 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.orgWorcester Art Museum, Africa’s Children of Arms, Through Sept. 20; Art Since the Mid-20th Century, Through Dec. 31; Nagasawa Rosetsu, Bamboo, Through Aug. 9; Samurai: Japanese myth and tradition in the contemporary imagination, Through Sept. 6; Samurai: Knights of the East, Sunday; Sunday Public Tour, Sundays, through May 31; Art Cart!, Wednesdays, through June 24. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.orgWorcester Center for Crafts, I’ll Be Your Mirror, Through May 30. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.orgWorcester Historical Museum, Alden Family Gallery, Through Dec. 31; In Their Shirtsleeves, Through Dec. 31; Stories They Tell, Through Dec. 31; The Sky Is Not The Limit - 80 years anniversary of David Clark Company, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Sept. 12. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.orgWorcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655 or worcpublib.org

theater/comedySunday Night Cinemageddon! Movies Shown Every Sunday Night in the Diner! - Sundays, Sunday, May 13 - Thursday, December 31. Facebook: Ralphs Diner. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. Call 508-753-9543. Stage Time Comedy Show - Saturdays, Saturday, April 12 - Sunday, September 27. $10. 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 p.m. Canal

Restaurant & Bar, 65 WATER ST., 65 Water St. Call 508-926-8353. StageTime Comedy Club - Saturdays, Saturday, April 11 - Saturday, April 29. Great comedians from Boston, New York, LA and beyond! Every Saturday at 9:30PM. Just $10. 9:30-11 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. Call 508-926-8353 or visit stagetimecomedyclub.comHistorical & Architectural Tours - Wednesday, June 3. Experienced volunteer guides will provide an in-depth look at the history and architecture of The Hanover Theatre; a magnificent example of early 20th century theatre architecture, designed by Thomas Lamb, the foremost theatre and cinema architect of his day. Architectural Historian Susan Ceccacci will be training a group of volunteer docents to deliver an enlightening tour that is sure to bring the heyday of the movie palace era alive. Free for members and their guests, $5 for non-members. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. Call 877-571-7469 or visit thehanovertheatre.org

fairs/festivals>Saturday 30 Southbridge Fest 2015. Come join the fun. Live Music, Kids Events and games, Food vendors, Beer Garden, and Parade. The schedule of events will be posted soon. May 30th, from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Main Street in Southbridge will be the center of the annual festival that celebrates the town and the downtown community. Held annually, Southbridge Fest is designed to give residents, visitors and families a fun day to enjoy live entertainment, games, food, shopping with local vendors and a parade. Free. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Town of Southbridge, MA, Main Street, Southbridge. https://www.facebook.com/SouthbridgeFestEvent. Wooed By The Food. The Whitin Community Center’s Wooed By The Food will be held rain or shine on Saturday, May 30, 2015 from 11am-4pm, in our beautiful 7.5 acre Whitin Park. This event will encompass a wide variety of Food Truck Vendors and Event Vendors from all around New England, with Kids Activities, Music/Entertainment, 50/50 & Raffles, Food Truck Fan Favorite Awards and more! Money raised from this year’s event will go directly to supporting the Whitin Community Center, a non-profit organization, that is committed to the health and well being of individuals and families and to building a strong community in the Blackstone Valley. Admission $5 per person, ages 5 & under FREE. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Whitin Park - Whitin Community Center, 60 Main St., Whitinsville. 508-234-8184 or facebook.com/WooedByTheFood.

>Saturday 30 - Sunday 31 A Pound of Cure: Wisdom of the 19th Century, and Wellness for Today. Get a “Pound of Cure” at Old Sturbridge Village’s healthy living fair that bridges 19th-century wisdom with present day health and wellness programs. In the historic village,

meet a 19th-century travelling dentist, learn about home remedies and medicinal plants, and see antique medical implements. At our modern health fair, local health care partners will provide visitors with health screenings such as glucose and blood pressure testing, as well as information, demonstrations and tips on good nutrition, physical fitness and healthy living. Throughout the day, visitors will meet costumed interpreters depicting medical experts of the period, including a travelling dentist and a phrenologist. As home remedies were the most common cures, historical interpreters will also create poultices, teas, and other remedies from The Family Nurse, a 19th-century advice book written by Lydia Maria Child. Costumed historians will also offer tours of the Village gardens and the Woodland Walk to discuss medicinal plants. Plus, visitors will have a chance to see antique medical implements from Old Sturbridge Village’s collection and learn how they were used. On Sunday, the Village will host a re-created funeral, and visitors will have a chance to learn more about how families cared for the sick during their final hours in addition to 1830s funerary practices. $24 Adults, $22 Seniors (55+), $10 Youths (3-17), FREE for Children 2 and under. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or https://www.osv.org/event/a-pound-of-cure-health-care-in-the-19th-century-2015. Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center’s Annual Powwow. The Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center is having it’s annual Native American Heritage Powwow on May 30-31st this year. Our powwow is a Native American style cultural festival; where the traditions and values of native people are shared and celebrated. WIIC has been putting on this powwow in the Worcester area for nearly 35 years now. If you’ve ever had an interest in learning about Native American culture and history, our powwow is a fun and engaging way to experience that heritage. Admission is free and open to the public for this family friendly event. At our powwow you’ll experience Native music, drumming, singing, dancing, traditional regalia, flute playing, food, art and craft vendors, raffles, storytelling, cultural activities and teachings. Come and meet all the different and fascinating people that populate our powwow camp on this weekend. You’ll find people who represent tribal nations from around New England, across the United States, and well beyond. You’ll be entertained, enlightened, and have a really great time! Powwow will

held at the Boy Scout’s campground in Treasure Valley, Rutland, MA (from Rt.122, turn onto Pleasantdale Road and follow the Powwow signs right to us, at 394 Pleasantdale Road). Everyone is welcome! Our Powwow is open to the public and very inclusive of people from all walks of life. Hours are: Saturday 10-5pm; Sunday 10-4pm. Entry into the Powwow is free, but please be aware that there’s a $5 fee to park at the campgrounds. Please come and check us out! We hope to see you all there. Many Nations, Many Traditions, One Family. Aquene $5 fee for parking. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Treasure Valley Scout Reservation, 394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland. 774-578-5385.

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Are you a DeadBeat? Then you know the band and its love for the Grateful Dead. Check out the band’s 10th anniversary show Friday, May 29, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., at Shirley’s Bull Run Restaurant. Jam with lead guitarist Brian Stormwind, bassist Mike Bailey, rhythm guitarist and vocalist Gary Barth, drummer Joe Pulitano, vocalist Jennifer Markard and keyboardist Rich Cessarini. You can see the band described as the area’s premier Grateful Dead tribute band for $10. For more information email [email protected] or call 978-673-8085.


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FLOORING/CARPETING

C & S Carpet MillsCarpet & Linoleum

30 Sq. Yds. $589 Installed

with Pad. Free Metal Incl’d.

Berber, Plush or

Commercial.

Call Tom:

800-861-5445

or 508-886-2624

Creative Floors, Inc.Ceramic-Carpet-Vinyl

Marble- Granite- Laminate

Wallpaper

Pre-finished Hardwood

Sales-Design- Installation

Residential & Commercial

Free Estimates. Carpet Binding

Financing Available

Come visit our showroom!

508-829-7444

www.creativefloorsinc.com

FURNITURE RESTORATION

Paul G. HansonFurniture Repair.

Major/Minor Repairs.

Chair regluing. Touch ups.

Pick-up & delivery.

Call Paul (978)464-5800

GARAGE DOORS

Allied Services Garage doors& electric operators. Bulk-

heads. Installed & repaired,

residential. Call 508-829-3226

GLASS

Central Glass Co.A Complete Line of Glass.

Automotive-Residential.

Window Glass Repairs, Screen

Repairs/Pet Screens, Tub &

Shower Glass Enclosures,

Table Tops, Mirrors & More.

Family Owned Over 50 Years.

127 Mechanic St. Leominster

978-537-3962 M-F 8-4

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Dan’s Handyman ServicesInterior/Exterior

Household Repairs.

Dependable & Reasonable.

Call Today! 774-364-0938

HEATING & PLUMBING

SCOTT BOSTEKPLUMBING & HEATING

Small Jobs Is What We DoResidential Repair

Specialist

Water Heaters-Disposals-

Frozen Pipes-Remodels

& Additions-

Drain Cleaning-Faucets

Ins. MPL 11965

Free Estimates

25 yrs Exp. Reliable

774-696-6078

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Rainey’s HomeImprovements

& Restoration ServicesRepairs from ice damage.

Exterior & Interior

508-373-2862

210-722-1609

Fire * Smoke * Water

40 Years Experience

C&R, Remodeling, additions,

& all home improvements,

25yrs exp. new & historic,

David, 508-829-4581

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Johanson HomeImprovement

Licensed, insured and

HIC registered.

Interior painting.

Bathroom remodeling

and repair.

Door and window install.

Decks and sheds.

Rotted siding, drop ceilings,

light fixtures, tiling,

toilet and faucet repair

and much more.

Over 20 years experience

Chad (508) 963-8155

website: johansonhome

improvement.com

HOME REPAIR/RESTORATION

Need it Fixed?General Home &

Small Business Repairs

Light Construction

No Job Too Small

Call Bob at

978-422-8632 or

978-790-8727 CELL

email: [email protected]

www.callbobhill.com

PAINT/WALLPAPER

Wachusett Painting Co.Let our skilled painters

complete your painting needs.

Exteriors & Interiors

Competitive prices.

Call or email today for an

appointment for your

free estimate.

508-479-6760

Email:

[email protected]

Credit Cards Accepted

PAINTING/REPAIRS

Painting UnlimitedServices, Inc.

Skilled, Reliable,

Reputable.

Meticulous prep

& workmanship.

Int.& Ext. Painting/Staining.

Power-washing. Gutters.

Rotted Trim Replacement.

Free Estimates.

Fully Insured. HIC #163882

Call: 508-340-8707

HOME IMPROVEMENT

ULTIMATE PAINTERS

Impressive Exterior and Interior

Painting Services

(978)230-3360

POOLS

J.C. PoolsCall NOW to schedule

your installation!

Service, Chemicals & Supplies.

In-ground & Above ground.

www.jcpools.net 508-882-

3913

978-355-6465

ROOFING

Mark R. O’Donnell, Inc.Roofing Experts

Licensed & Insured

Residential, Commercial &

Industrial

Specialize in Shingle,

Flat Rubber & Metal Roofs

Prices as Low as $2 per

Square Foot!

Free Estimates

978-534-3307

[email protected]

www.mrogc.com

ROOFING SPECIALIST JohnHickey Const. Free estimates,

call for the best roof at the

best price. Fully insured. MA

Reg#103286 Shingle or rubber,

seamless gutters.

1-800-435-5129 or

978-537-1641

Commercial and Residential

[email protected]

ROOFING

Roofing Repair. Warning!Make sure your roofing and

siding repair person is licensed

and insured! Call for estimate

and insurance work. 508-380-

4900

RUBBISH REMOVAL

DiStefano Trucking

Rubbish Removal/Metal Recy-

cling/Dumpster rentals. We ac-

cept credit cards, checks and

cash! Call Dan. 508-755-5608

We get the job done.

We remove junk, trash,

furniture and appliances.

Call 508-983-4155 Today!

Lee Skoglund Services10, 15, 20-yard

container service.

Yard & building materials.

Office equipment &

materials. Attics, cellars &

estates cleaned, guaranteed

by your closing date!

Free estimates. Lee Skoglund

508-757-4209

SEALCOATING

B & F SealcoatingHot Crack Sealing

Free Residential Estimates

13 Years Exp.

Fully Ins. Quality Work

Reasonable Price

Bob Fahlbeck

508-839-3942

“Yesterday, my bathtub was ugly. Today, it’s beautiful!”“Yesterday, my bathtub was ugly. Today, it’s beautiful!” ALL WORK GUARANTEED

After!After!

We Also Repair and Refinish:

Call for a FREE Estimate! 508-655-2044Each Miracle Method franchise independently owned and operated. See our work at MiracleMethod.com/

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BATHTUB REFINISHING

Guide to Guide to AnAntiques tiques & Collectibles& Collectibles

“Oh My Gosh”Antiques & Collectibles

Found at The Cider Mill

15 Waushacum Ave., Sterling978-422-8675

Open 7 Days a Week11 am to 5 pm

Thursdays 11 am to 8 pm



SEALCOATING

WACHUSETTSEALCOATINGProtect against

the elements.

Since 1995.

508-886-2969

TREE SERVICES

SkyHook TreeOwner on every job.

Tree Removal &

Trimming. Chipping. Pruning.

Brush Removal.

Stump Grinding.

Aerial Bucket Service.

Fully Insured.

Free Estimates. VISA/MC

508-962-3943

www.skyhooktree.com

Ross A. McGinnesTree work, Stump removal,

pruning & removals.

Free estimates.

Fully insured.

Call 508-829-6497

WELLS

NO WATER?Stop wishing for it!A&W Welltech Corp.

WELL & PUMP

Installation & Filtration

Service

978-422-7471

24hr Emergency Service

877-816-2642

Mobile 978-815-3188

LAWN & GARDEN

GRASS MOWING

Mc Duff’s Lawn MowingRelax & Enjoy Your Lawn

774-234-0283

Email: mcduffslawnmowing

@yahoo.com

Ask for Mike.

50% Off Your First Mow.

Senior Discounts

IRRIGATION/ SPRINKLERS

Carney & SonsLandscape/Construction

Holden, MA508-829-4310 Irrigation

Holden, MA

508-829-4310

Service & Repair All Makes,

Complete Installations, Spring

Start Up/Winterize, Lawn

Installations, Hydroseeding

[email protected]

LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION

Thompson Landscaping &Construction

-Mowing, hardscapes,

spring cleanups, mulching.

508-523-7790

LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE

Burnham MaintenanceSpring Clean-ups.

Lawn Maintenance.

Shrub Pruning. Bark Mulch,

Screened Loam & Compost.

Patios & Walkways.

Fertilization Programs.

Deliveries Available.

Please call 508-829-3809

Better Yards & GardensFall & Spring Clean-ups, Full

service lawn care, Mulching,

Planting, Pruning, Garden Bed

Design & Installation. Quality,

Reliable Work. Fully Ins.

Free Est. 508-641-5687

Inside-Out Garden DesignMowing, Garden Maintenance,

Soil Testing, Ornamental Tree/

Shrub Pruning, Landscape

Design/Installation. NOFA

Accredited Organic Care.

$50 Off Spring Clean-Ups

and Pruning.

Time to prune your shrubs!

Call/Text: (508) 335-3702

Email:

[email protected]

Monette Landscaping &Construction, Inc.

Specializing in Hardscape

Installation. Retaining Walls,

Stone, Interlocking Block &

Timber Patios and Walkways,

Brick & Stone Pavers.

Landscape Design.

Lawn Maintenance.

Serving Central Mass for

more than 50 years.

508-885-2579

www.monette

landscaping.com

Le’s ProfessionalLandscaping

Commercial & residential.

Spring & Fall clean ups, com-

plete lawn maintenance, aerat-

ing, thatching, sprinkler sys-

tems, rock gardens, decks,

fences, steps, lighting.

FREE estimates. We do it all.

All work guaranteed.

508-865-4248

LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE

Wildwood Lawn Care, Inc.Complete Lawn

Fertilization Programs

Serving Central MA

Licensed & Insured

Dan Sutherland

508-829-1916

Dave’s Tree& Landscaping

Enhancing the view

from your home.

Custom & Ornamental Pruning.

Mulching. Planting. Lawn

Mowing. Tree Removal.

Certified Arborist.

Call for consultation

& free estimate.

(508)829-6803.

davestreeandlandscaping.com

MULCH & LOAM

BARK MULCHCall for Best Price.

978-422-5050

Free Delivery w/minimum.

mounseymulch.com

$10.00 Off with this ad

(w/minimum purchase)

*Composted Loam*3/8 screened, $22/yd del’d,

10 yd min; 3/4 screened,

$20/yd del’d 15 yd min.

No additives, fillers

or byproducts.

Local delivery only.

Call Eliot Starbard

508-882-0140

Sterling Peat Inc.Quality Screened Loam.

Mulches.

Compost- w/Loam Mix.

2"-Gravel, Fill. Fieldstone.

978-422-8294

EMPLOYMENT

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

BUSINESS PARTNERWANTED

Be part of the solution!

Teach others the path to

wellness FT or PT.

We provide the tools and

training so you can participate

in this multimillion dollar

market and create

your own economy.

Get started today.

Call for a personal interview

777.614.1206

HELP WANTED

Servers/Setters/Bus StaffWanted

Upscale Wedding facility look-

ing for servers, setters and

bussers, weekends part time.

Must be professional in ap-

pearance and attitude.

[email protected]

HELP WANTED LOCAL

Day Camp Counselorsneeded Applicant must have

experience working with

children and be college age.

Applicant must be available

Monday-Friday

June 22nd-August 14th

8:45am-4:15pm.

Send resume to

[email protected] or

contact Megan at

508-756-7109 X238

Day Camp Art andMusic Specialists

needed Summer Day Camp.

Applicant must have experi-

ence in either Art or Music.

Must have experience working

with school age children and

be able to plan Art or Music

lessons to follow our weekly

themes. Applicant must be

available Monday-Friday

June 22nd-August 14th

Hours TBD. Send resume to

[email protected] or

contact Megan at

508-756-7109 X238

MULCH & LOAM

www.mikelynchenterprises.com

MULCH & LOAM

WE DELIVER

HELP WANTED LOCAL

Responsibilities include installing various signs, banners, window vinyl and vehicle

wraps. Duties will require digging, lifting, and occasionally assisting in

production.

Our customers are local businesses, schools and organizations that want

to get their message out. Ideal person will be a self-starter, highly organized,

professional, and work well in a team environment.

Previous experience a plus. Must have reliable transportation with ability to haul ladders and tools.

If you feel this is a fit for you, email your resume to Mike Wood at:[email protected]

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HELP WANTED LOCAL

TOW TRUCK OPERATORS(Experienced)

All Classes: CDL-

Class A, B, C, & D

All shifts available:

Days, Nights, Weekends

- On Call

Heavy Duty- Medium Duty-

Flatbeds

Perfect opportunity to expand

into the Towing Business

Experience Preferred--

Will Train if needed

(Serious applicants )

Contact Mike Gordon Sr.

(508) 756-5753 Lovey’s Garage

The Town of Millbury is seek-

ing applicants interested in the

position of Junior Clerk in the

office of the Council on Aging.

Duties include: performing a

variety of clerical work, greet-

ing the elderly, scheduling ap-

pointments and related cus-

tomer service. This is a 15

hour position covered under a

collective bargaining agree-

ment by and between the

Town of Millbury and GEU Lo-

cal #5. Copies of the job de-

scription and applications are

available at the office of the

Town Manager, 127 Elm Street,

Millbury, MA 01527 or online

at www.millbury-ma.org.

Hartman Moving & StorageClass-B driver & Helpers

Experience preferred,

but will train. 978-534-6249

Class A driversLOCAL - HOME DAILY

Run in/out of Devens, Ma* No touch* Dry Van

* Sign on bonus1 yr. Class A needed

Apply atwww.transcorr.com

or call1-888-446-4642

HELP WANTED LOCAL

Local company is looking fora driver, class B (preferable)or normal class D license.-Must be clean,

and responsible.

-Good driving license

is preferred.

-Some labor is involved.

-Needs DOT card. If not in

hand than MUST be able to

get one.

Drug and alcohol screening

upon hire with random

screenings as well.

508-865-2007 or email

[email protected]

EXPERT STAFFING8&12 hrs.-all shifts

SUMMER HELP-

Production, Order

Pickers, Packers QC,

Machine Op, Warehouse,

557 Lancaster St,

Suite 102 Leominster, MA

978-798-1610

Walk-ins welcome,

barbara.sidilau

@expert-staffing.com

Town of HoldenThe Holden Fire Department is

seeking dynamic and skilled

applicants for the position of

Senior Clerk/Secretary. Candi-

dates must have strong com-

puter and analytical skills,

must be able to multi-task, and

work with a diverse group of

people. Experience in munici-

pal purchasing, ambulance

billing and emergency services

is desired. Applicants must

submit resume and cover letter

to the Office of Town Manager,

Starbard Building, 1204 Main

Street, Holden, MA 01520 by

June 8th, 2015. For more infor-

mation call (508) 210-5501 or

visit www.holdenma.gov em-

ployment opportunities. EOE

MERCHANDISE

CEMETERY PLOTS

Worcester County MemorialPark, Paxton MA 2 lots in Her-

itage II w/vaults. $2,500.00 for

both. Call Rick at

508-450-7470

Worcester County MemorialPark Paxton, Ma. Lot Number

297-B Space 1 and 2, Garden

Of Valor Section. Current value

is $8,400.00 including 2 con-

crete burial vaults. $4,000.00

or B/O 508-375-0080

Worcester CountyMemorial Park Paxton, MA.

2 Lots in the Garden of Faith.

$2500.00 for both. Near the

feature. Mary 508-886-4334.

Worcester County MemorialPark Paxton, MA. Heritage II,

Lots 665 1&2 w/vaults. No rea-

sonable offer refused. Call 508

-852-1690 or 774-454-0259

Worc. County Memorial ParkPaxton. Garden of Faith, 2

plots, Section #347-A 1&2.

Worth $3,900.00 for both. Ask-

ing $1,500.00 total for both.

508-882-3421 or 909-714-

0064

Worcester County MemorialPark Paxton, 4 beautifully situ-

ated burial plots in The Garden

of the Cross. $2200.00 each

(current value $5200.00 ea)

508-886-4449

CEMETERY PLOTS

Worcester County MemorialPark, Paxton MA Garden of

Heritage II. 2 Lots w/vaults.

Current value $8300.00

Asking $3950.00 for both

or B/O. Call Jim 508-769-8107

FOR SALE

Samsung 55" TV w/ nicestand. Best offer. Great for lvg

rm or basement. Exc. cond.

$300 508-797-6068*

John Deere 318 Garden Trac-tor 18HP, 48" MWR Deck,

PWR STRG, Hydro Trans,

PWR Lift $2000.00 Oakham

508-882-3963*

7 1/2" Planer/molder withsturdy table 2 H.P. motor uses

220vt. Will take 14.5" board.

$250.00 or B.O. Call 508-886-

4086

Above Grd 24’ Rnd PoolParts for Sale; LP Pool Heater

Filter, Pump, Solar Cover &

more B/O Call 508-829-0141

ITEMS UNDER $2,015

Elliptical Nordic Track TrainerCS925 Clean. Ex. cond. $400.00

508-756-1315

Kirby Vacuum Micron Hepa fil-

tration 2000GB Box w/attach-

ments. 5 bags. $200 or B/O 508-

451-6513

FOSTER PARENTS WANTEDFOSTER PARENTS WANTED

688 Main Street, Holden, MAToll Free (877) 446-3305www.devereuxma.org

Seeking families throughoutCentral Massachusettswho are interested in

improving a child’s life.Call to inquire about our

upcoming foster parent training.

$1,000 BONUSCall for Details

(Must mention this ad during inquiry)

FOSTER PARENTS

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Maximum 4 lines (approx. 28 characters per line). We reserve the right to edit if ads come in that are too long. NO phone orders accepted. See ways to submit above. Merchandise Ads Only - NO autos, snowmobiles, RV’s, trailers, boats, ATV’s, etc. We have a special rate for these ads ($20 till it sells). NO

business Ads accepted for this section. If we suspect the ads are being sent in by a business, we reserve the right to refuse. Limit 1 ad per name/address/phone number every 2 weeks. Free Ads will run for 2 weeks. If you choose to run your ad until it sells for $20, no refund will be given if it sells within

the fi rst two weeks. Limit 1 item per ad (group of items OK if one price for all and under $2,014). Price must be listed in ad. NO Cemetery Plots$2015).

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PROTECTIVE SERVICES SUPERVISOR

NOW HIRING

Send resume to:Montachusett Home Care Corporation

Human Resources Department680 Mechanic Street Leominster, MA 01453

Or via e-mail: [email protected]/EOE

Montachusett Home Care Corporation, a dynamic social service agency

serving the elderly and disabled populations, has an opening for a

full-time Protective Services Supervisor (PSS). Experience in Case

Management is required. Master’s Degree in Human Service Field is

preferable; five years of related experience in Human Services may be

substituted for a Master’s Degree. The PSS is responsible for the direct

supervision of Protective Services/Crisis Intervention Workers, screens

and assigns reports, conducts quality assurance and other related tasks.

A valid driver’s license and fully registered and insured automobile is required. MHCC offers a family friendly work environment, a 35 hour work week,

and generous work benefits. Older workers, minorities, and Spanish speaking individuals are encouraged to apply.

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SERVICE Call Carrie at 978-728-4302 to place your ad or e-mail

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30 Years in Business

CC&&SS Carpet MillsCarpet MillsCARPET & LINOLEUM

30 Sq. Yds. $585 Installed with PadBerber, Plush or Commercial

Free Metal Included Call Tom

800-861-5445 or 508-886-2624

Flooring

FLOOR COVERING

WELLS

Well & Pump Installation& Filtration Service978-422-7471

No Water? Stop Wishing For It!

24 Hr Emergency Service877-816-2642

Mobile:978-815-3188

COMPLETE LAWN MAINTENANCEMowing • Weeding • Fertilizing • Trimming

Aerating • ThatchingSpring & Fall Cleanup

Auto Sprinklers & Drip Systems • Sod & SeedingNew Mulch (Bark, Hemlock & Pine) • Rock GardensSteps • Retaining Wall • Flagstone • Pavestone

Brick • Decking & Fencing • Patio

LANDSCAPING

SEALCOATING

Bob Fahlbeck • 508-839-3942

CHIMNEY SERVICES

$50 Off Caps or Masonry • Free InspectionAll Types of Masonry • Water Leaks

NEW ROOFS

CHIMNEY CLEANING $99

508-410-4551

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Come to the FLEA at242 Canterbury St.

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NOVENAS

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Nev-

er known to fail) O most beautiful flow-

er of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor

of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son

of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in

this my necessity, O Star of the Sea,

help me and show me where you are

my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of

God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I

humbly beseech thee from the bottom

of my heart to succor me in my neces-

sity, (make request). There are none

that can withstand your power, O Mary,

conceived without sin, pray for us who

have recourse to thee (three times).

Holy Mary, I place this cause in your

hands (three times). Say this prayer for

three consecutive days and you must

publish it and your request will be

granted to you. JMC

NOVENAS

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Nev-

er known to fail) O most beautiful flow-

er of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor

of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son

of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in

this my necessity, O Star of the Sea,

help me and show me where you are

my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of

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conceived without sin, pray for us who

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three consecutive days and you must

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granted to you. HM

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FURNITURE: couch, recliner,

desks, shelves, kitchen table

with china hutch, dressers,

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ELECTRONICS: JBL speakers,

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KITCHEN: Keurig coffee mak-

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MISC: toys, books, CDs,

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water heater, completely re-built chimney, new bulkhead, new doors, three porches re-built with composite decking and custom lighting, professionally landscaped with custom masonry walkways and walls, irrigation system. Interior offers a fireplace living room with gas insert, eat in kitchen and formal dining room, 3 large bedrooms, heated basement. One full and two half baths. This house is complemented by natural light all day long. Large level lot with immediate highway access. Whole house generator services both the house and the garage. Opportunity for at home business. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x 15 www.gaillent.com

Stately colonial exterior. 7 spacious defined rooms, first floor open floorplan.. sunken familyroom with fireplace, vaulted ceiling , french doors to formal dining, atrium

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A true nature lover’s retreat! This lovely home is nestled in the tranquility of the pines on over 5 1/2 acres with plenty of room to roam and features fruit trees, berries, plenty of room for

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Sought after Sterling location. Off the main road and in a small neighborhood setting. This home features 3 large bedrooms with spacious closet space,

second floor office can double as a guest room. Two full baths, two fireplaces, expansive amount of hardwood flooring. Second floor addition was added in 2000 spans over 40’ offering multiple possibilities for expanded family living,

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This is a short sale! Cute Cape Style home with nice curb appeal! Conviencntly located on quiet street close to shopping, hospital and highway. One car garage with plenty

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Do you like to entertain? If so this is the home for you. Spectacular, open concept kitchen / dining room- (30’x35’) granite & corian counters, huge center island, Jenn Aire range (2013), Cathedral ceiling, skylights & balcony. Formal living room, cozy

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Sparkling ready to move in 3 bedroom split. Nicely landscaped level lot. Easy highway access. Wood or laminate flooring throughout. Private 1/2 acre with storage shed 2 Car

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End Unit with several improvements including updated windows, slider, hardwood flooring in kitchen and dining area. Updated counters and sink. All appliances included. One car garage under. Finished lower level with additional cabinet space for storage. Immediate occupancy

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Unit located at Applewood condos situated on the ‘outside circle which offers a walkout finished lower level family room to a patio. Other features include HW flooring,

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3. If the exterior of your windows have rotting or cracked wood or are missing pieces of frame. While one or two small cracks could certainly be repaired, if your windows are cracking and rotting extensively then you’re better off replacing them. This is a sign that unless you replace them, the rotting and cracking will only worsen.

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1994 Dodge Ram 1500 4X45.2 V8 Auto, 142K Miles. Reg-

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1992 GMC Pickup Custom

new tires, 366 motor, gas auto-

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Harley black & orange.

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2000 Ford F150Flareside Pickup

Showroom condition

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good cond. Exc. overall cond.

57K miles. $14,999.00

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2003 Dodge Ram Van w/chair

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1990 Chevrolet CorvetteZR-1 Performance Coupe. 25K

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978-422-6624

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1930 Ford Model A Huckster22 Woodland Rd. Holden, MA

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1988 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL

6 cylinder gas. Very good

cond. Runs exc. $3200.00

195k miles. Located in

Sutton, MA 774-287-0777

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light gray int. 100K mostly

highway miles. $5,500.00

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2012 Cadillac CTS AWD,

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Heated black leather seats.

Panoramic roof. Dealer main-

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2004 Toyota Corolla Maroon,

grey interior. AC, PS, PB, PW,

PL Toyota dependability. Low

137K miles. $5875.00

508-581-7967

2002 Chevrolet Corvette39,000 miles

Red with black interior.

Car is in excellent condition!

$26,000 or best offer.

Call: 774-823-0466.

2009 Mazda CX-7 Blackcherry

with gray & black interior.

48,000 miles $9,500. 774-823-

0466

1985 Cadillac Eldorado 74K

miles. Never been in snow.

Mint condition. Gray w/landau

top. $5,000.00 Oakham

407-375-3917

2006 Toyota Corolla84K miles. Good condition.

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1986 Stingray Super Sport17 foot bowrider w/170hp Mer-

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7, bunk beds & full bed, 16ft

awning, A/C, Central heat, mi-

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37’ Tip Out Trailer w/ at-

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patio furniture. $5,500 Located

on Lake Manchaug. See

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Leominster, MA 01453

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INVITATION TO BID

SUTTON HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Sutton Housing Authority, is seeking bids for the Replacement of Asphalt Shingles on a two story, 12 unit apartment building at the 667-1 elderly/handicapped housing development located at 5 Church Street, Sutton, MA., Work includes the removal and replacement of approximately 60 sq of asphalt shingles, gutters and downspouts. Specifications, Prevailing Wage Rates and Bid Forms can be picked up at the Sutton Housing Authority office at 5 Church Street, Sutton, MA or by calling 508-865-3821, or by email at suttonha @aol.com.Bids will be received until 12 Noon on Monday, June 8, 2015. All bids should be sent to Sutton Housing Authority, Roof Project, 5 Church Street, Sutton, MA 01590. The project site will be available for inspection on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 from 10 A.M. to 12 Noon.Sutton Housing Authority5/21, 5/28/2015 MS

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PUBLIC NOTICE

On Friday, May 29, 2015 Aquatic Control Technology of Spencer, Massachusetts will be conducting an aquatic plant management program at Dorothy Pond in Millbury, Massachusetts. The use of the lake’s water will be restricted as follows: Swimming and fishing restricted for 1 day or until May 30, 2015 BOATING restricted for 1

DAY or UNTIL May 30, 2014 Direct Drinking restricted for 3 days or until June 1, 2015Irrigation restricted for 5 days or until June 3, 2015Livestock / Animal watering restricted 1 day until May 30, 2015If you need additional information, please feel free to contact theDorothy Pond Restoration Committee or Aquatic Control Technology at (508) 855-0101.5/21, 5/28/2015 MS

LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES

Keep it Legal

COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS

(SEAL) LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 002684

ORDER OF NOTICE TO: Todd A. Duddie and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act:, 50 U.S.C. App. §501 et seq.: U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF8 Master Participation

Trust, claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Millbury, numbered 165-167 Millbury Avenue, given by Denise A.

Duddie and Todd A. Duddie to Household Finance Corporation II, dated September 20, 2006, and recorded with the Worcester County

(Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 39827, Page 49, and now held by plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status.If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton

Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before June 22, 2015 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER Chief Justice of this Court on May 5, 2015 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 5-28-2015 MS

TOWN OF SUTTON

PLANNING BOARD & DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 41, Sections 81T and 81U, M.G.L., the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Diane and Ronald Novak, 13 Chase Road, Sutton, MA. The application is for a definitive subdivision plan entitled “Tefta Drive Subdivision” prepared by Hawk Consulting, Inc., Sutton, MA showing two (2) proposed lots on the Novak land off Chase Road. The hearing will take place on the third floor of the Sutton Town Hall on June 15, 2015 at 7:10 PM. A copy of the plan and application can be in-spected in the Office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Any person interested, or wishing to be heard on the proposed plan, should appear at the time and place designated.Robert Largess Jr.,Chairman5/28, 6/4/2015 MS

TOWN OF SUTTON

PLANNING BOARD & DEPARTMENT

SUTTON PLANNING BOARD

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

In accordance with the provisions of Article 16 of the Sutton General Bylaw – Scenic Roadway – the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Porter Stephens of 95 Windsor Ridge Drive, Whitinsville, MA for land located at 192 Manchaug Road, Sutton, MA owned by YMCA of Central Massachusetts, 766 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610. The applica-tion requests a stone wall opening 18’ wide for a driveway. The hearing will be held in the third floor meeting room at the Town Hall on Monday, June 15, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. A copy of the plans and applications can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours.Robert Largess Jr., Chairman5/28, 6/4/2015 MS

WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITYWHA JOB NO. 2014-33 CONCRETE COATING

INVITATION FOR BIDSThe Worcester Housing Authority invites sealed bids for Concrete Coating at MA 12-01 Great Brook Valley Gardens in accordance with the documents prepared by Worcester Housing Authority. The work is estimated to cost $150,000.Project consists of but is not limited to: applying mineral silicate paint to concrete banding on up to 15 buildings with preparatory concrete repair. General Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2015, at the Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA at which time bidders will be invited to visit the project site(s) with a Worcester Housing Authority representative. Failure to attend or visit the premises shall be no defense in failure to perform contract terms.Bids are subject to M.G.L c149 §44A-J and Davis Bacon wage rates as well as other applicable laws. General Bidders must be certified by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) in the following category of work: Painting or Waterproofing, Damproofing and Caulking. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid deposit in the amount of 5% of the bid price in the form of a Bid Bond, issued by a responsible surety company licensed to do business in Massachusetts, or a certified check, or a treasurer’s or cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, made payable to the Worcester Housing Authority by bidders for the greatest possible bid amount (considering all alternates).Bid forms and Contract Documents will be made available on the Worcester Housing Authority website (http://worcester-housing.com/purchasing.html) at no cost. Hard copies will be made available on May 27, 2015 at the Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 and thereafter, Monday thru Friday 8:00 A.M. through 4:30 P. M. Copies of the contract documents may be obtained by depositing $50.00 in the form of a company check, made payable to the Worcester Housing Authority, for each set of documents so obtained. The amount of the deposit will be refunded to each person who returns the plans, specifications and other documents in good condition within ten (10) days after bid opening. Bidders requesting contact documents to be mailed to them should include a separate check in the amount of $40.00 for each set payable to the Worcester Housing Authority to cover mailing and handling costs.The contract documents may be seen, but not removed at: 1. Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 2. F.W. Dodge, 24 Hartwell Ave., Lexington, MA 02173 3. Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South, Norcross, GA 30092 4. Project Dog, 18 Graf Road Unit #8 Plan Room, Newburyport, MA 01950Attention is called to the following: 1. Provisions of Equal Employment Opportunity; 2. Provisions for payment of not less than the minimum wages as set forth in the Specifications; 3. Provisions of Chapter 14, Acts of 1966, Imposing a Temporary Sales Tax, Section 1, Subsection 6 (d) and (k) exempting the Authority from the operation of such a chapter; 4. Requirement to furnish and pay for a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Bond as set forth in the specifications, 5. Insurance certificate indicating coverage for public liability, property damage and workers compensation, in accordance with the contract requirements, must be filed by the successful bidder upon signing of the contract.The Worcester Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, or to waive any informalities in the bidding if it be in the public interest to do so. No bid of a General Bidder shall be withdrawn, after opening thereof, prior to thirty (30) days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded, without the consent of the Worcester Housing Authority. Questions regarding this project shall be submitted in writing 72 hours prior to opening and directed to:John Sullivan, Project ManagerWorcester Housing Authority81 Tacoma StreetWorcester, MA 01605508 635-3313508 798-4627 (fax)[email protected] Housing Authority

Cecilio G. Gonzalez, ChairpersonDATE: May 27, 2015

Public Auction

Public Auction notice is hereby given. Pursuant to provision of M.L. c255 sec.39A that the following vehicle be sold on June 12, 2015 at a private sale to satisfy our garage keeper lien thereon for towing and storage charges and expenses of sale and notice:2005 Cadillac CTS / VIN # 1G6DP567650210918Sale at Early’s on Park Avenue536 Park Ave.Worcester, MA 016035/28, 6/4, 6/11/2015 WM

TOWN OF SUTTON

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of MGL that a Public Hearing will be held on July 7, 2015 @ 7pmon a request by Black Stones Country Café, LLC; Matthew Schold, Manager of Record for an All Alcohol Restaurant Liquor license (§12 Restaurant) for premises located at 4 Worcester-Providence Turnpike (Rte. 146), Sutton MA. This hearing is open to the public and shall be held in the Wally Johnson Meeting Room on the 3rd floor in the Sutton Municipal Center located at 4 Uxbridge Road in said Sutton. 5/28/2015 MS

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The Trial Court Probate and

Family Court Worcester Probate

and Family Court 225 Main Street

Worcester, MA 01608

Docket No. WO14D2166DR

DIVORCE SUMMONS BY

PUBLICATION AND MAILING

Ralph O. Ossai vs. Katherine

J. Ossai To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for irretrievable breakdown. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE

Supplemental Probate Court Rule

411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon:Lawrence L Bull, Esq.

Legal Clinic of Lawrence L. Bull

100 Grove Street

Worcester, MA 01605

your answer, if any, on or before 07/07/2015. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. Witness, Hon. Denise L. Meagher,

First Justice of this Court.

Date: May 21, 2015Stephanie K. Fattman

Register of Probate

05/28/2015 WM


Tell me a little bit about what you do. As a school gardens coordinator, we have a network of school gardens. By the end of the month we will have 28. I provide educational and technical support for them. As part of our network they get free compost from the city. Anyone can get free compost, but we actually deliver it. That’s a really big help. We give them free seedlings at our Spring Garden Festival and then any gardening advice or any problems they are having, they can call or email and I do my best to trouble shoot with them.

Why did you get involved with AmeriCorps VISTA? I wanted to serve my country. I wanted to do something, I wanted to do the Peace Corp but that wasn’t going to work out with my timeframe and financially. I actually stumbled across AmeriCorps. A friend of mine in college had done it and she talked about it all the time. When I was graduating I knew I wasn’t ready to go to grad school, which still is in my future, I decided I would get a job and gain some experience. I was on one of the jobs websites and R.E.C. had an AmeriCorps job listing. I did my research and realized AmeriCorps fights poverty, VISTA that’s their main goal, to fight poverty.

Talk about the educational gardens, the curriculum and some of the hands-on activities. That’s my favorite thing to do it gets me out of the office and with the kids. We work with four year olds all the way up to adults for our school and educational gardens. The gardens are not all Worcester Public School, ones at the YWCA, ones at

the Youth Center and ones at the Adult Learning Center. We work with adults, too, but mainly it’s Pre-K through 12th grade. We have a program calendar that we send out every year, composting, verma-culture (composting with worms); we do photosynthesis, how to make salsa, herb activities. For the teacher workshops we have Gardening 101, how to use the garden in the winter, how to deal with vandalism. In the city that is a big problem that a lot of people face.

Why is this important for children to learn?Some of the answers I get just prove how important it is. The kids don’t know a lot of the different vegetables they don’t know a lot of the different processes. I asked some kids where maple syrup came from and I got the answer McDonalds … and that saddened me. No, sweetheart it comes from trees. They don’t have a lot of green space. A lot of them live in housing complexes or apartments where their yard is extremely small, and they don’t have access to gardening, and they don’t know where their plants are coming from and they don’t know how it’s getting from the garden to their table. Some just think their mom goes to the grocery store and buys tomatoes. Showing them where it comes from and exposing them to different organisms is not only teaching them environmental stewardship, it’s also teaching them sustainability so that they know how to grow their own food.

Do the students have a hand in deciding what will be grown? For our free seedlings we give them a choice of stuff. They can get broccoli, kale, collards, green peppers,

eggplant, cherry tomatoes, tomatoes and basil. That’s what they can get for free. Anything else they want, I’ll work with them. If a garden has had vandalism they may want something that will grow underground, I’ll get them potatoes. Those kind of look like weeds when they come up, no one will touch them.

At the end of the season where do the vegetables go? For the schools it’s a little hard, I think it’s very ironic. Summer vacation came about because kids had to go home and farm but now we want a garden but the kids are out of school. A lot of times we try to get garden stewards to come, I’ll go to the gardens if teachers live close by they will take care of it. It’s basic watering, weeding and harvesting so when the kids come back they have stuff. They may have a harvest festival where they might make something in the classroom or send it home with the kids. All of our schools are different, they do all different things with their produce some eat it in class some harvest it and send it home some of them use it in school lunches some of them use it for academic study. Some actually donate it to shelters.

What is food justice? It’s the right for everybody to have healthy, affordable,

culturally-appropriate food, regardless of socioeconomic status. That can be difficult. When you are buying from a farmer the stuff’s good, the quality is fresh, but the prices might be high because the farmer needs to make a living. This is their lively hood. I see this with my grandmother all the time. Her tomatoes will be $3 a pound, but the person down the way has them for $2.50 a pound, she’ll say you get what you pay for, my tomatoes will be the best tomato you’ll ever have. But that’s a problem because we want tomatoes that are a dollar a pound. As a food justice program we try to find ways to make it affordable by accepting EBT, by accepting credit cards, by accepting the different coupons, by accepting WIC, stuff like that.

How are the gardens coming along this year? The gardens are doing great. Since this is my second year, I’m knowing what to do, I already got past the learning curve. The gardens are doing well. Everyone’s prepping them, tilling the soil, getting the compost in. Most people are planting this week and if not this week then next. We’ve had a lot of in-class activities over the last few months, which have been really great we’re ready. This is exactly where I’m supposed to be.

— Steven King

Katie Rozenas knows where her food comes from. The Dudley native was raised from farming stock, and both sets of grandparents run farms, which gave her an appreciation for fresh fruits and vegetables and the farmers they came from. At 10 she helped pick vegetables at her grandmother’s farm, then later while in college helped her sell at the Beaver Brook and Holden Farmers Markets. She graduated from Worcester State University and joined AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service To America) shortly after. She is working through her second year of service with the Regional Environmental Council (REC).

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Katie RozenasSTEVEN KING
