Regalo de Cash for gold
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Regalo de Cash for gold
Rumbo january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. RUMBONEWS.COM FREE! TAKE ONE | GRATIS Enero / January 1, 2014 EDICIóN NO. 424 The Bilingual Newspaper of the Merrimack Valley 1 Juramentación del nuevo gobierno en Lawrence- |5 (MA) Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Andover, North Andover, Lowell (NH) Salem, Nashua, Manchester Regalo de Cash for gold Más de 10,000 personas respondieron a la oferta de Cash for Gold de regalar un auto del año y llenaron tarjetas con sus nombres que enviaron y llenaron la tómbola que aparece en la foto. Ayudando a sacar el nombre del ganador, desde la izquierda, Lynne DeFlorio V. P. de Cash For Gold; Antonio López, de WNNW - Power 800; Nunzio DiMarca, de WCCM-1110AM; Deb Smola de Holloway Fiat Motors de Manchester NH y Larry F. Giordano, de Methuen Karate Association. |9 More than 10,000 people responding to the Cash for Gold offer to give away a car of the year sent cards with their names that filled the tombola that appears in the picture. Helping draw the winner, from the left, Lynne DeFlorio, V. P. of Cash For Gold; Antonio Lopez, of WNNW Power 800; Nunzio DiMarca, of WCCM1110AM; Deb Smola of Holloway Fiat Motors of Manchester NH and Larry F. Giordano, of Methuen Karate Association. Cash for Gold Give-Away Navidades de Costa-Eagle Santa visitó MVFCU |9 La Segunda edición anual de We Love Santa Party de Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union hizo la temporada Navideña un poco más brillante para las organizaciones sin fines de lucro del área. El evento especial de la familia el pasado sábado, 7 de diciembre entretenido a los niños de todas las edades y recaudó dinero para organizaciones benéficas locales, al mismo tiempo. Costa-Eagle Broadcasting celebró una cena de Navidad para sus empleados y asociados en el Restaurante Chama Grill en North Andover. En la foto, de izquierda a derecha, con Pat Costa, gerente general de Costa-Eagle es el muy querido Bruce Arnold como invitado especial. |8 Santa at MVFCU Christmas with Costa-Eagle Costa-Eagle Broadcasting held a Christmas dinner for their employees and associates at Chama Grill in North Andover. Pictured from left, with Pat Costa, general manager of Costa Eagle is a special guest Radio Legend Bruce Arnold. Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union’s second annual We Love Santa Party made the holiday season a bit brighter for area nonprofit organizations. The special family event last Saturday, December 7 entertained kids of all ages and raised money for local charities at the same time. |8 | 25 Daniel Rivera: Inauguración / Inauguration - Pg. 2 02 EDITORIAL 04 & 16 DALIA DíAZ 21 DIRECTORIO 22 CALENDARIO 23 clasificados NEW! Tuesdays @ 10am English En Español Sábados a las 11am CrossOver 102.9 fm HD 2 Rumbo on the Radio! 2 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Inauguración de tres días EDITORIAL | EDITORIAL Cambio de localidad de la Ceremonia Debido a la inminente caída de nieve al final de la semana, el alcalde electo Dan Rivera convocó una reunión de emergencia con los jefes de departamentos de la ciudad. Después de consultar con el jefe de policía interino James Fitzpatrick, el jefe de bomberos Jack Bergeron, el director interino del DPW John Isensee, y el Director de Instalaciones del Departamento Escolar Chris Merlino, el alcalde electo Rivera decidió realizar la ceremonia de inauguración bajo techo”. “La seguridad de los residentes de Lawrence es nuestra primera prioridad”, dijo Rivera. “Queremos garantizar la aplicación de un exitoso plan de retiro de nieve para despejar las calles antes de exponer a los residentes a participar en actividades al aire libre. “ El alcalde electo Rivera, junto con los jefes de departamentos, actualmente están trabajando en la logística para enfrentar la próxima tormenta de nieve. Se están haciendo planes para despejar las calles de toda la ciudad, para facilitar a los residentes realizar sus rutinas diarias. De igual modo, se sugiere a los residentes palear el frente de sus casas y observar la prohibición de estacionamiento de la ciudad, que será puesta en ejecución en su totalidad. Para obtener más información sobre la prohibición de estacionamiento, favor de visitar la página web de la ciudad. La Ceremonia de Inauguración ahora se llevará a cabo en el auditorio del North Common Education Complex (antigua High School de Lawrence, ubicado en Haverhill St.) La Senadora de EE.UU. Elizabeth Warren tomará el juramento al nuevo alcalde Rivera. Esta ceremonia es abierta al público y la prensa, y se les anima a todos a participar en la celebración. El Comité de Inauguración aún está solicitando a los asistentes llevar una frazada, las cuales serán donadas a familias de escasos recursos. Todas las demás festividades de inauguración continúan igual como habían sido programadas. A continuación el Programa de Eventos: Ceremonia de Inauguración Viernes, 3 de enero 2014 al mediodía 12:00M - en el auditorio de la antigua High School de Lawrence ubicada en el 233 de la calle Haverhill y que actualmente se conoce como el North Common Education Complex. Como parte de la actividad denominada “Traiga una Frazada, Deje una Frazada”, el Comité de Inauguración aún está solicitando a los asistentes llevar una frazada, las cuales serán donadas a familias de escasos recursos. Gala Inaugural Viernes, 3 de enero 2014 a las 7:00PM, Elks Club de Lawrence. Aperitivos y música en vivo. (Boletos de entrada requeridos. Para obtener información sobre la compra de boletos visite www. lawrenceinauguralgala2014.eventbrite.com, o póngase en contacto con Wendy Luzón al 978-807-9328 para compra con cheque.) Diversión en familia Sábado, 4 de enero 2014 a la 1:00PM, con el alcalde en el Parque Campagnone Common que incluye patinaje sobre hielo, música, pintura de cara y más. Traiga a sus niños y venga a pasar un buen rato con sus vecinos. Este evento es gratis para el público. En caso de mal tiempo, este evento será reprogramado para una fecha posterior en la temporada. Noche de Oración y Concierto Interreligioso por la Unidad Domingo, 5 de enero 2014 a las 6:00 PM, en el Auditorio de la Escuela Secundaria de Lawrence. El programa de eventos organizados por el Comité de Inauguración del alcalde electo está diseñado para fomentar la unidad en la ciudad, y ofrecer a sus residentes una variedad de maneras de celebrar las nuevas oportunidades que ahora tiene la ciudad. Inauguration lasting 3 days Inauguration Ceremony Location Changed Due to the impending snowfall at the end of the week, Mayor-Elect Dan Rivera called for an emergency meeting with city department heads. After consulting with Acting Police Chief James Fitzpatrick, Fire Chief Jack Bergeron, Acting DPW Director John Isensee, and Director of Facilities for the School Department Chris Merlino, Mayor-Elect Rivera decided to move the Inauguration ceremony indoors. “The safety of Lawrence residents is our first priority,” said Rivera. “We want to ensure the implementation of a successful snow removal plan to clear our streets before residents venture outdoors.” Mayor-Elect Rivera, along with the department heads, are currently working on the logistics for the upcoming snow event. Plans are being made to clear roads throughout the city, making it easier for residents to go about their daily routines. Residents are encouraged to shovel the walk-ways in front of their homes and observe the city parking ban, which will be I full effect. For more information on the parking ban, visit the city’s website. The Inauguration Ceremony will now be held at The North Common Education Complex (former Lawrence High School, 183 Haverhill St.) in the auditorium. U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren will be delivering the ceremonial oath of office. This ceremony is still open to the public and press, and all are encouraged to join in the celebration. The Inauguration Committee is still asking those in attendance to bring a blanket to be donated to families in need. All other Inauguration festivities are continuing as planned. A schedule reflecting the change of the ceremony is below. Recap of events include: Inauguration Ceremony: Friday, January 3, 2014 at Noon Location: The North Common Education Complex (former Lawrence High School, 183 Haverhill St.) As part of the theme, “Bring a Blanket, Leave a Blanket,” guests are asked to bring a blanket to the ceremony to be donated to families in need. PLEASE SEE inauguration CONTINUES ON PAGE 5 Rumbo se expande E l año 2013 ha sido un año maravilloso para Rumbo y tenemos grandes expectativas para el 2014, por lo que hemos decidido expandirnos. Y todo esto se lo debemos, primero a nuestros fieles anunciantes y segundo al público que nos sigue cada semana en busca de información verídica. Comenzando con esta edición y con nuestros anunciantes y lectores en mente, estamos introduciendo ciertos cambios que ampliarán nuestra distribución en beneficio de todos. Por más de 17 años hemos impreso y distribuido dos ediciones diferentes. Una el 1ro y el 15 de cada mes con el nombre de Rumbo en rojo que le llamamos Edición Regional, y otra con el nombre de Rumbo en azul que se imprime el 8 y el 22 de cada mes, a la que llamamos Edición Local. La diferencia entre ambas era la distribución. La Edición Roja se distribuye en Lawrence, Methuen, Andover, North Andover, Haverhill y Lowell en Massachusetts y Salem, Nashua y Manchester en New Hampshire. La Edición Azul se distribuía en Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Andover y North Andover. Comenzando el 1ro de enero, 2014, no habrá más Edición Azul. Esta se convertirá en edición Regional, seguirá imprimiéndose los días 8 y 22 de cada mes pero con el nombre de Rumbo en Rojo y ampliará su distribución a Lowell en Massachusetts y Salem, Nashua y Manchester en New Hampshire. Estamos convencidos de que esta ampliación llevará el mensaje de nuestros anunciantes a sitios que antes no alcanzaban resultando beneficioso para todos. ¡Un Feliz y Saludable Año Nuevo para todos! Rumbo is expanding T he year 2013 has been a wonderful year for Rumbo and having high expectations for 2014, we have decided to expand. All of this we owe to our advertisers first and second to our faithful readers who follow us every week looking for accurate information. Starting with this issue and with our advertisers and readers in mind, we are introducing some changes that will expand our distribution for the benefit of all. For over 17 years we have printed and distributed two different editions. Every 1st and 15th of each month with the name of Rumbo in red, we printed what is called the Regional Edition and another one with the name of Rumbo in blue, printed on the 8th and the 22nd of each month, which is call the Local Edition. The difference between them was the distribution. The Red Edition has been distributed in Lawrence, Methuen, Andover, North Andover, Haverhill and Lowell in Massachusetts and Salem, Nashua and Manchester in New Hampshire. The Blue edition was distributed in Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Andover and North Andover. Beginning with the New Year, there will be no more Blue Edition. This will become Regional Edition, and it will be printed on the 8th and 22nd of each month with the name Rumbo in red and it will be also distributed in Lowell, Massachusetts and Salem, Nashua and Manchester in New Hampshire. We believe that with this expansion, carrying the message of our advertisers to sites never reached before will prove to be beneficial for all. Happy and Healthy New Year for All! Rumbo The BILINGUAL Newspaper of the Merrimack Valley Publicación de SUDA, Inc. 60 Island Street Lawrence, MA 01840 Tel: (978) 794-5360 | Fax: (978) 975-7922 | www.rumbonews.com DIRECTOR AND GRAPHIC DESIGN SALES & CIRCULATION DIRECTOR daliadiaz@rumbonews.com albertosuris@rumbonews.com Dalia Díaz facebook.com/rumbonews twitter.com/rumbonews Alberto M. Surís REGIONAL EDITION Published on the 1st & 15th of Every Month january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 3 4 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 Por Dalia Díaz daliadiaz@rumbonews.com El Año Nuevo de Rumbo Como puede ver en nuestro editorial, el 2013 fue un buen año para nosotros y todo señala que el 2014 será aún mejor. Sólo tengo que negociar con mi jefe unos días de vacaciones de vez en cuando porque si antes fue agitado, creo que sólo va a empeorar. Somos muy afortunados de estar rodeados por anunciantes que creen en el trabajo que hacemos y que han estado con nosotros durante muchos años - después de todo, esto es un negocio. Es una gran satisfacción cuando podemos ser de servicio a nuestras comunidades (y esta edición ampliada es prueba de ello), donde las READ IT IN ENGLISH ON PAGE 16 organizaciones pueden tener un vehículo ¿verdad? para promover sus servicios y éxitos. Desde que ganó las elecciones he visto el otro lado de él y me preocupa. No creo que haya tenido experiencia tratando con personas bajo su mando. Probablemente piensa que al delegar en otros el trabajo será hecho, pero los errores cometidos por su organización y los diferentes comités me He conocido a Danny por un largo llevan a creer que él no puede ser un buen tiempo y sólo puedo decir cosas buenas administrador. sobre él. Como trabajador, miembro del Delegar no es suficiente; hay que Concejo Municipal y miembro de la Junta preguntar por los resultados de lo que Fiduciaria de Northern Essex Community les fue asignado, o de otro modo, las College, la imagen que tengo es la de alguien cosas caerán en el olvido. Me refiero en inteligente, trabajador y responsable. ¡Basta concreto, a la forma en que los medios han con echar un vistazo al trabajo que hizo con sido manejados ofreciendo información el presupuesto de la ciudad! confusa como los patines de hielo siendo Usted sabía que iba a haber un PERO, ALQUILER GRATIS (free rental) sólo para aclarar después que alguien está pagando por el alquiler y que será gratuito para el público. Entonces, rechazando u olvidando asistir a entrevistas de radio programadas y solamente van a aquellos en los que el nivel de confort es más agradable. Las elecciones han terminado y no habrá más preguntas injustas o provocantes de ninguno de nosotros. Después, está el comité inaugural. Sólo una semana antes de la ceremonia de toma de posesión, se anunció que el Concejo Municipal, el Comité Escolar y el Comité Escolar de Greater Lawrence Technical School van a tener eventos separados. herramientas están disponibles para ayudar Se olvidaron de planificar para que estos a cualquier preparador que haya olvidado su cuerpos fueran parte de la toma de posesión nombre de usuario, contraseña o dirección del nuevo gobierno, concentrándose de correo electrónico. exclusivamente en las actividades del Nuevos preparadores de declaraciones alcalde. Francamente, todo ha sido un de impuestos que vayan a obtener un desperdicio de esfuerzos, comenzando número PTIN por primera vez deben crear con la ceremonia frente al Ayuntamiento. una cuenta PTIN en línea y luego seguir las Hubiera sido bonito con buen tiempo indicaciones para obtener su número PTIN pero deberían haber sido realistas desde el . El costo es de $64.25. principio. El requisito anual del número PTIN es Lo que he dicho acerca de la delegación parte del esfuerzo continuo del IRS para fue porque la impresión que tengo de todo perfeccionar la administración tributaria y eso es que ellos no tienen que rendirle mejorar los servicios a los contribuyentes. cuentas a nadie - y, al parecer, Danny no Hay aproximadamente 700,000 pregunta. preparadores de impuestos con números PTIN del año 2013. Más de 400.000 ya han renovado su número PTIN, además de más de 25.000 que han obtenido un número PTIN por primera vez para el año 2014. Tax preparers must renew their PTINs for 2014 The Internal Revenue Service reminded professional tax return preparers to renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs) if they plan to prepare returns in 2014. Current PTINs expire Dec. 31, 2013. Anyone who prepares or helps prepare all or substantially all of a federal tax return, claim for refund or other federal forms for compensation must have a valid PTIN. All enrolled agents also must have a PTIN. Tax professionals can obtain or renew their PTINs at www.irs.gov/ptin<http://www.irs. gov/ptin>. Those renewing their PTINs can complete the process in about 15 minutes. The renewal fee is $63. Tools are available to assist any preparers who have forgotten Cuando usted decide comenzar un negocio, hay muchas cosas referentes a seguros que debe tener en cuenta. Aquí están algunos que usted necesita comprar: ¡Bienvenido Alcalde Rivera! Los preparadores de impuestos deben renovar su PTIN para el 2014 El Servicio de Impuestos Internos, IRS recordó hoy a los preparadores de impuestos profesionales que deben renovar sus Números de Identificación de Preparador (PTIN) si planean preparar declaraciones en el 2014. Los números actuales de PTIN se vencen el 31 de diciembre del 2013. Cualquier persona que elabore o ayude a preparar o substancialmente toda la declaración federal de impuestos, solicitud de reembolso u otras formas federales de impuestos y que reciba compensación por hacerlo, debe tener un número PTIN vigente. Todos los agentes registrados también deben tener un número PTIN. Los profesionales de impuestos pueden obtener o renovar sus PTIN en www.irs.gov/ ptin<http://www.irs.gov/ptin> (en inglés). Los que renuevan sus números PTIN pueden completar el proceso en unos 15 minutos. El costo de renovación es $63. Las Anuncio Pagado SEGURO PARA PEQUEÑAS EMPRESAS READ PREVIOUS EDITIONS OF RUMBO ON OUR WEBSITE RUMBONEWS.COM read rumbo online! rumbonews.com their user name, password or email address. New tax return preparers who are obtaining a first-time PTIN must create an online PTIN account as a first step and then follow directions to obtain a PTIN. Their fee is $64.25. The annual PTIN requirement is part of the IRS’s ongoing effort to enhance tax administration and improve services to taxpayers. There are approximately 700,000 tax preparers with 2013 PTINs. More than 400,000 have already renewed their PTIN, plus more than 25,000 have obtained a firsttime PTIN for 2014. RESPONSABILIDAD: El seguro conocido como “liability” lo protege si alguien se lastima en su propiedad o en su negocio. Si usted alquila, el propietario querrá que usted tenga seguro de responsabilidad civil y el nombre como asegurado adicional. Si usted vende comida, un producto o servicio, el seguro de responsabilidad civil es muy importante. Si usted es propietario y alquila, el seguro de “liability” es necesario para protegerlo de demandas de inquilinos y se requiere para la Sección VIII de los inquilinos. Los contratistas lo necesitan para proteger a sus clientes. Muchas ciudades y pueblos requieren Certificados de Seguros de los contratistas cuando solicitan permisos. INCENDIO/PELIGROS: Si usted pide prestado dinero para iniciar su negocio o comprar un inmueble, el banco requerirá que usted tenga seguro contra incendios (igual que cuando usted pide prestado para comprar una casa). ROBO: La cobertura de robo por lo general se puede adquirir junto con el seguro contra incendios. A menudo es necesario contar con una alarma antirrobo para comprar cobertura de robo. TRABAJADORES DE COMPENSACIÓN: Si usted decide contratar a alguien o tiene familia que ayuda, es necesario adquirir un seguro de indemnización laboral. Esto protege al trabajador si se lesionan en el trabajo. No sólo son los gastos médicos pagados, sino los salarios también se pagan al empleado lesionado en caso de tener que faltar al trabajo. El costo se basa en el tipo de negocio y la nómina real. Las empresas deben adquirir esta cobertura. Empresas LLC y los propietarios no tienen que protegerse a sí mismos, pero deben comprar una póliza para los trabajadores que contratan. PÉRDIDA DE ALQUILERES/ ENTRADAS: Si su ingreso de alquiler o producto de ventas paga las facturas entonces usted necesita para asegurarse de que su póliza incluye esta cobertura. ¡Esto no se incluye automáticamente! Asegúrese de revisar su póliza comercial para más detalles. Nancy Greenwood Insurance 11 Haverhill Street Methuen, MA 01844 nancygreenwood.com (978) 683-7676 (800) 498-7675 / Fax (978) 794-5409 Hablamos Español Nancy Greenwood Ronald Briggs Anuncio Pagado january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 5 Graduación de Intérpretes Médicos Por Alberto Surís El Merrimack Valley Area Health Education Center y el Greater Lawrence Family Health Center celebraron una ceremonia de graduación del Programa 60 Horas de Intérpretes Médicos de 11 de diciembre 2013, donde 27 participantes recibieron diplomas de graduación de la directora del Programa Maria Gatej, JD. Los graduados y sus invitados disfrutaron de una deliciosa cena así como postres mientras escuchaban a la oradora invitada Sonia Falcos, gerente de servicios de intérpretes del Hospital Holy Family, hablando sobre sus experiencias como intérprete médico. Medical Interpreter Graduation By Alberto Surís The Merrimack Valley Area Health Education Center and The Greater Lawrence Family Health Center held a graduation ceremony of the 60 Hour Medical Interpreter Program on December 11, 2013 where 27 participants received certificates from the MIT Program director Graduados / Graduates: Lucy Alqarmeli, Rafaela Cabieles, Evelyn Castoires, Sheylla Córdova, Christine Darling, Ana Díaz, Adolfa Feliz, Solennys Fernández, Angeline Maria Gatej, JD. García, Virginia Gómez, Nicolás González Jr., Luz Guzmán, Glennys Madera, Gelipsa Graduates and their guests were Matamoros, Limber Matías, Maridalia Méndez, Vivian Moreno, Raquel Ozoria, Nolis treated to a delicious Latin style dinner and Pena, Wismelda Perez, Iliana Pérez, Mayte Regalado, Patricia Remigio, Lynnevette deserts while listening to Guest Speaker Torruellas, Marta Tyler, Franceliz Velázquez y / and Linda Villalobos. Sonia Falcos, interpreter services manager, Holy Family Hospital, speaking about her experiences as a Medical Interpreter. CONTINUES FROM PAGE 2 inauguration Inauguration Gala: Friday, January 3, 2014 7PM – 11PM Location: Lawrence Elks Club, 652 Andover Street Lawrence, MA. This is a ticketed event. For information on purchasing tickets please visit www. lawrenceinauguralgala2014.eventbrite. com; or contact Wendy Luzon at 978-8079328 to purchase by check. Family Fun Event: Saturday, January 4, 2014 – 1:00PM-4:00PM Location: Campagnone Common Residents and friends of the city are invited to a Family Fun Day in the Campagnone Common. There will be ice skating (with free skate rentals), face painting, games, and more. Bring the kids and come have some fun with your neighbors. **This event is free to the public. In the case of severe weather, this event will be rescheduled to a later date in the season.** Interfaith Unity Prayer & Concert: Sunday, January 5, 2014 at 6:00PM Location: Lawrence High School Auditorium The Inauguration Committee is closely watching weather reports and is prepared to make planning alterations should it become necessary. The schedule of events organized by Mayor-Elect's Inauguration Committee is designed to encourage unity in the city, and offers residents a variety of ways to celebrate the new opportunities before the city. For up to date information on Inauguration festivities, please visit http://makelawrencebetter.org/transition/ Lawrence City Council Thursday, January 2, 2014 - 7:00 p.m. Lawrence High School - The Performing Arts Center Reception Immediately following . Refreshments to be Served Lawrence School Committee and Greater Lawrence Technical School Committee Thursday, January 2, 2014 - 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers - Lawrence City Hall CMA es una práctica médica centrada en el paciente y la familia que les ofrece un cuidado de salud excepcional a usted y a los suyos, desde pediatría hasta geriatría. Con nuestro sistema de Open Access Scheduling™ le damos las citas el día y a la hora más convenientes para usted. ¡Llame hoy mismo para hacer una cita! (978) 946-8550 25 Marston Street 2.° piso, Suite 202 Lawrence, MA 01841 T (978) 946-8550 www.lawrencegeneral.org/cma Community Medical Associates está afiliado a Lawrence General Hospital, el proveedor líder de la atención médica más avanzada, centrada en el paciente, del Valle del Merrimack. Lawrence General Hospital está afiliado clínicamente a Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center y al Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center for Pediatrics. 6 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com First Annual Mary Immaculate Guild Dinner The Mary Immaculate Guild recently held its first annual dinner at the Merrimack Valley Golf Club. In much the same way that the Holy Family Hospital Men’s Guild supported the Holy Family Hospital, the Mary Immaculate Guild, Inc. was formally established this summer to assist the MI Nursing/ Restorative Center carry out its mission and improve the lives of its residents through service and fundraising. This new organization is open to both men and women interested in this type of community service. In the tradition of the Holy Family Hospital Men’s Guild, the festive annual dinner provided a wonderful opportunity for community members to renew old acquaintances and meet new friends. Presenting a proclamation from our legislative delegation (l to r) Gerard Foley, CJ Gangi, Representative Frank Moran, Representative Diana DiZoglio, and Representative James Lyons Scott Martin, Donald Marinelli and Robert Perreault of the Mary Immaculate Guild Board of Directors Janice Mills with Diane Shikrallah Maria Hanley, Richard Dewhirst, Lisa Ford, Representative Diana DiZoglio David Walton of Patriot Ambulance and Retired Fire Chief Richard Schaffer Pamela Streletsky, MI director of finance; Stewart Goff, administrator of MI Nursing/Restorative Center; and Carolyn Goff of Eastern Bank Michael Morris, Sr. with Michael Morris, Jr. READ PREVIOUS EDITIONS OF RUMBO ON OUR WEBSITE RUMBONEWS.COM Saber Law Offices Saber Law Offices added a new location to better serve you. Ahora con una nueva localidad para servirle mejor. 84 East Haverhill Street Also, you can reach us at: Lawrence, MA 235 Merrimack Street Methuen, MA Cell phone 603-732-3055 For rapid response/Para acceso más rápido dsaber@saberlawoffices.com Areas of Practice - Bankruptcy - Family Law - Landlord/Tenant - Social Security problems - Employment Law - Civil Litigation - Stop Foreclosures Areas de Práctica - Bancarrota - Leyes Familiares - Propietario/Inquilino - Problemas del Seguro Social - Leyes Laborales - Litigio Civil - Detener Adjudicaciones Bancarias Initial consultation always free / Primera consulta siempre gratis Walk-ins are welcome / Si no tiene cita es bienvenido Gerard Foley, president of Mary Immaculate Health/Care Services with C.J. Gangi, president of the Mary Immaculate Guild january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Navidades en Habitat El personal de Habitat del Valle de Merrimack celebró la Navidad con una picadera entre los empleados el 19 de diciembre, 2013 en sus oficinas radicadas en el 60 de la calle Island. A la vez celebraron la apertura de su nueva tienda Re-Store, radicada en el 647 de Andover Street, Lawrence, con más espacio de estacionamiento y venta. Rumbo :. 7 Habitat Christmas Management and employees of Habitat for Humanity held a Christmas party at their offices located at 60 Island St. in Lawrence, on Thursday, December 19th, 2013. At the same time they celebrated the opening of their new Re-Store, located at 647 Andover Street, with more parking and retail space. Es un pájaro. Es un avión. ¡No! Es el nuevo Centro de Especialidades Pediátricas de Lawrence. Una buena noticia si usted es padre o madre de un niño que necesita la mejor atención especializada pero no quiere viajar hasta el centro de Boston. Lawrence General Hospital y el Floating Hospital for Children de Tufts Medical Center están trayendo los mejores especialistas directamente a esta comunidad, en una ubicación conveniente. Gastroenterólogos, neurólogos y cardiólogos pediátricos, y muchos especialistas más. Todos aterrizando aquí, muy cerca de su casa. Para obtener más información, visite TogetherForHealthyKids.com . Together we deliver advanced care 8 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Navidades en WCCM / Christmas at WCCM Costa-Eagle Broadcasting celebró una cena de Navidad para sus empleados y asociados en el Restaurante Chama Grill en North Andover, el pasado 12 de diciembre, 2013. He aquí fotos de algunos de los asistentes. Costa-Eagle Broadcasting held a Christmas dinner for employees and associates at Chama Grill in North Andover on December 12, 2013. Here are pictures of some of the people attending. Standing, Tina Fosman and Nunzio DiMarca. Sitting, Marie Alice Rose with husband John Francine Pickles and Nunzio DiMarca with Bruce Arnold. Standing: Doug Micklon and Stephanie Micklon. Sitting down, Bruce Arnold and his wife Lenore. From Power 800, Darvin Garcia (Barón de show) and Dilenia Minaya. From left, Caruso Scheneider and Brian Oliver. Sitting: Wendy García and Jennifer Mejía. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Regalo de Cash for Gold Por Alberto Surís Después de 34 años en el negocio, Archie DeFiorio, presidente de Cash for Gold, decidió mostrar su apreciación a sus clientes regalando un auto del año. No era necesario hacer ningún tipo de transacción con él, solo llenar la planilla. Más de 10,000 personas respondieron a su oferta, algunos eran clientes, otros no. Cuando Larry F. Giordano, la persona designada para extraer el ticket del biombo leyó en alta voz el nombre de la ganadora, Archie no pudo estar más feliz; la ganadora era nada menos que Ruth Martínez, de Lowell alguien que ha hecho negocios con DeFiorio en el pasado. “Estaba muy emocionada”, dijo DeFiorio luego de llamar a Martínez y darle la noticia. “Acaba de rompérseme el carro”, me dijo. Cash for Gold está localizado en el 527 de South Broadway en Salem, NH. El auto en cuestión fue un Fiat 500 del 2014 de Holloway Fiat Motors en Manchester, NH. Larry Giordano, de Methuen Karate Association muestra el ticket con el nombre de la ganadora del nuevo Fiat 500 del 2014 obsequio de Cash for Gold. Larry Giordano, of Methuen Karate Association, shows the winning ticket of the brand new 2014 Fiat 500 given away by Cash for gold. Abajo, Archie DeFiorio, presidente de Cash for Gold, lee el nombre de la ganadora del Fiat 500 donado por su empresa. Below, Archie DeFiorio, president of Cash for Gold, reads the name of the winner of the Fiat 500 giveaway by his company. Cash for Gold Give Away By Alberto Surís After 34 years in the business, Archie DeFiorio, president of Cash for Gold, decided to show his appreciation to his customers by giving away a brand new car. There was no need to do any transaction with him, just fill out the application. More than 10,000 people responded to his offer, some were customers, but not all. When Larry F. Giordano, who was designated to pull the winning ticket read aloud the name of the winner, Archie could not be happier, the winner was none other than Ruth Martinez, of Lowell, someone who has done business with him in the past according to DeFiorio. "I was very excited," said DeFiorio after calling Martinez to break the news. "She said her car just broke down," he said. Cash for Gold is located at 527 South Broadway in Salem, NH. The giveaway car was a 2014 Fiat 500 from Holloway Fiat Motors of Manchester, NH. Rumbo :. 9 10 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Reseña literaria My Lost Cuba (Mi Cuba Perdida) Publicado en inglés solamente Por Susan St. Marie A través de los años, mientras que mi familia y yo nos sentábamos a hablar sobre la vida en Cuba y la posibilidad de viajar al país, mi padre a menudo decía que nunca volvería a visitar hasta que Castro hubiese muerto. Que no había manera de que fuera sabiendo que su dinero va a ese gobierno. Si bien he entendido sus sentimientos hacia el régimen comunista de Castro, nunca pude comprender plenamente por qué se sentía así, después de todo yo había visto a Cuba sólo de una forma durante toda mi vida. A menudo me he preguntado por qué no le gustaría volver y ver qué había sido de su país de origen, ¿por qué no iba a querer compartir esa parte de su vida conmigo. En 2000 tuve la oportunidad de viajar hasta allá con mi madre y ver de primera instancia cómo es la vida en Cuba. Aunque tuve la oportunidad de ver cómo la gente vivía con la comida racionada, reciclando piezas para autos y otros dispositivos, también pensé que tal vez, sólo tal vez podría haber algunos aspectos positivos en el comunismo. Después de todo, el pueblo tenía derecho a una educación, vivienda y atención médica gratuita. Pero, ¿es realmente gratis? ¿Y a qué precio? Celso González-Falla nos lleva a esa era en su novela, Mi Cuba Perdida, al 1958, el último año de la dictadura de Fulgencio Batista para mostrarnos una época donde florecieron las fincas de propiedad privada, los caballos fueron criados para exhibiciones, y la gente viajaba libremente. Mike Rodríguez, el hijo de Don Miguel es llamado de vuelta a la finca de su familia mientras estudiaba en los Estados Unidos. Si bien Don Miguel se mantiene lejos de los trabajadores de su finca, Mike nos muestra la vida de los trabajadores así como la vida en Cuba y en la granja. Mi Cuba Perdida no sólo nos lleva a la Ciudad de La Habana, sino a las provincias del país, en una exploración de Camagüey. Irónicamente, este es el lugar donde mi padre se crió y tenía una granja con su familia. González-Falla también habla de las diferencias y los cambios entre las generaciones y la política ha plagado al país, con la historia terminando el 31 de diciembre, el día antes de que Castro tomara el poder. En 1960 Celso González-Falla luchaba clandestinamente contra el régimen de Castro. Para evitar ser detenido, pidió asilo político en la Embajada de Chile en abril de 1961 después de la invasión de Bahía de Cochinos. Salió de Cuba en junio llegando a Texas. González-Falla escribió My Lost Cuba porque tiene hijos que nacieron en Cuba y en los Estados Unidos y él quería que tuvieran una idea clara de Cuba antes que Castro la cambió. Si bien hay muchos libros sobre Cuba antes de la toma de posesión de Castro, ninguno cuenta la historia real en formato de novela de la forma que Gonzalez-Falla la presenta. Mientras que su libro carece de trama, que es una parte importante de cualquier novela, es un importante libro que debe ser leído de manera que todos podamos comprender y tener una idea de lo que las generaciones mayores están describiéndonos. Se trata de un libro que tan descriptivamente nos habla de la vida antes de Castro, una vida que era tan amada y apreciada que creo que nuestros parientes mayores pueden tener dificultades transmitiéndolo a las generaciones más jóvenes. Es debido a este libro que por fin puedo entender lo que mi padre ha estado tratando de decirme todos estos años y es mi esperanza que los cambios de Raúl Castro ha venido implementando poco a poco me darán la oportunidad de viajar hasta allá una vez más para tener la oportunidad de verlo a través de los ojos de mi padre. Book Review My Lost Cuba By Susan St. Marie GOMAS NUEVAS & USADAS 7 abierto los dias de la semana 24 Horas al Día 348 bROADWAY LAWRENCE, MA 01841 978.327.6802 BRIAN DE PEñA Throughout the years while my family and I would sit around talking about life in Cuba and traveling to the country, my dad would often say that he would never go back to visit until Castro was dead. That there was no way he would go there knowing that his money would be going to that government. While I understood his feelings towards Castro’s Communist Regime, I could never fully understand where he was coming from, having only seen Cuba one way throughout my whole life. I had often wondered why he wouldn’t want to go back and see what had become of his home country, why he wouldn’t want to share that part of his life with me. In 2000 I had the opportunity to travel there with my mother to see firsthand what life is like in Cuba. While I was able to see how people lived by rationing food, recycling broken parts for cars and other appliances, I also thought that maybe, just maybe there might be some positive aspects to communism. After all, everyone was entitled to a free education, housing and medical care. But is it really free? And at what expense? Celso Gonzalez-Falla takes us back in his novel, My Lost Cuba, to 1958, the last year of Fulgencio Batista’s dictatorship to show us a time where farms flourished under private ownership, horses were bred for show, and people traveled freely. Mike Rodriguez, Don Miguel’s son is called back to his family farm while studying abroad in the States. While Don Miguel is distant from the workers of his farm, Mike takes us into the lives of the workers and life in Cuba and on the farm. My Lost Cuba doesn’t just take us into the City of La Habana, but into the provinces of the country onto a farm in Camaguey. Ironically this is where my dad was raised and had a farm with his family. GonzalezFalla also talks about the differences and changes between the generations and the politics being plagued to the country, with the story ending December 31, the day before Castro takes power. In 1960 Celso Gonzalez-Falla was underground against the Castro regime. To avoid arrest he sought political asylum in April of 1961 after Bay of Pigs at the Chilean Embassy. He left Cuba that June and went on to Texas. Gonzalez-Falla wrote My Lost Cuba because he has children who were born both in Cuba and in The United States and he wanted them to have a clear picture of Cuba before Castro changed it. While there are many books out there about Cuba prior to Castro’s takeover, none bring out the factual history in novel format the way Gonzalez-Falla lays it out. While his book lacks plot which is an important part of any novel, it’s an important book that should be read so that we can all realize and get a feel for what the older generations are describing to us. This is a book that so descriptively tells us about life before Castro, a life that was so loved and cherished that I feel our older relatives may have a hard time conveying to younger generations. It’s because of this book that I can finally understand what my dad has been trying to convey to me all these years and it is my hope that the changes Raul Castro has been slowly implementing will give me the opportunity to travel there once again to have the chance to see it through my dad’s eyes. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership Rumbo :. 11 NEWS & Events IN lowell Propietario del Mes Wilson y Jamie Green alquilaban un apartamento en Lowell durante 12 años y sentían que era el momento de ser propietarios. Sus dos hijos necesitaban sus propias habitaciones y Jamie quería vivir en un barrio orientado a la familia. Ellos completaron el programa de capacitación para compradores de vivienda de Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership y trabajaron con Ed Alcantara, el consejero de los compradores de viviendas. Ed les ayudó a analizar su presupuesto familiar, historial crediticio, opciones de préstamos y las necesidades de ahorro. Ellos siguieron las sugerencias de Ed y estaban decididos a comprar una casa. De acuerdo con Wilson, "De las cosas que recuerdo de la clase, la más importante fue la necesidad de construir un buen equipo al seleccionar a los mejores profesionales y eso es lo que hice. Todo lo que se presentó era justo". El matrimonio Green ha aparecido en el nuevo video de Massachusetts Housing Partnership anunciando el producto Hipoteca UNO que está sustituyendo la segunda hipoteca conocida como Soft Second. Donna Koulas de Citizens Bank les ofreció el financiamiento hipotecario. Cuando se le preguntó acerca de cómo fue trabajar con Donna Koulas, Jamie comentó: "¿Qué puedo decir? Ella fue excelente." Donna concuerda que fue un placer trabajar con los Green. “Ellos se prepararon con toda su documentación financiera y fueron candidatos perfectos para un préstamo de Mass Housing Partnership. Jamie dice: "Se siente muy bien entrar en mi driveway. Todavía tengo que pellizcarme. "Sus hijos tienen un montón de amigos en su nuevo vecindario. Y para completar su nuevo hogar ahora tienen la adición de un nuevo perro, Saffy. Felicidades Jamie y Wilson. MVHP’s Home Buyer of the Month Wilson & Jamie Green were renting an apartment in Lowell for 12 years and felt it was time to own. Their two children needed their own rooms and Jamie wanted to live in a family oriented neighborhood. They completed our home buyer training program and worked with Ed Alcantara, our home buyer counselor. Ed helped them to analyze their family budget, credit history, loan options and savings needs. They followed Ed’s suggestions and were determined to buy a home. According to Wilson “From the things Para TODo tipo de seguro Personales Automóviles Casas Negocios *Tarifas bajas para seguro de AUTOS y CASAS *Sin depósito con EFT SE HABLA ESPAÑOL Degnan Insurance Agency, Inc. 85 Salem Street., Lawrence MA 01843 TEL. (978) 688-4474 . FAX (978) 327-6558 WWW.DEGNANINSURANCE.COM I remember about the class, the most important was the need to build the right team by selecting the best professionals and that is what I did. Everything that was presented was right on.” The Greens have just been featured in Massachusetts Housing Partnership’s new video announcing the ONE Mortgage product which is replacing the Soft Second Mortgage. Donna Koulas of Citizens Bank provided mortgage financing. When asked about working with Donna Koulas, Jamie commented “What can I say? She was excellent.” Donna concurs that it was a pleasure working with the Greens. They were prepared with all their financial documentation and were perfect candidates for a Mass Housing Partnership loan. Jamie says “It feels great to pull into my driveway. I still have to pinch myself.” Their children have plenty of friends in their new neighborhood. They have rounded out their new home with the addition of a new dog, Saffy. Congratulations Jamie and Wilson. 12 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Mt. Vernon Garden Club selects winners of weeks 3 and 4 We have to change the Blue Ribbon Holiday Award to the Gold Ribbon Holiday Award because we can't seem to find blue ribbons. The Mt Vernon Garden Club has selected the Day and Night display winners for weeks three and four. The winners for week three were Tricia Kennedy of 20 Lenox Circle for daytime and Dan & Lorene a publicaciones, tales como, Sus pagos Tirone of 10 Cyr Drive have a festive look mientras está fuera de los Estados Unidos, la cual explica cómo sus beneficios se pueden afectar y otra información importante que necesita saber si recibe los beneficios de Seguro Social y viaja a otro país. Otra cosa importante que debe tener en cuenta es que si recibe los beneficios de Seguro Social como dependiente o sobreviviente, también existen requisitos adicionales de residencia en los Estados Unidos que pueden influir en el pago de sus beneficios mientras viaja. Por otro lado, es importante tomar nota de las diferentes estipulaciones que afectan a aquellas personas que reciben los beneficios de Seguridad de Ingreso Suplementario (SSI). Tan pronto la persona cumple más de 30 días consecutivos fuera de los Estados Unidos, dicha persona no puede comenzar Tricia Kennedy of 20 Lenox Circle a recibir los beneficios de SSI otra vez hasta que la persona haya regresado a los Estados Unidos por más 30 días consecutivos. Existen estipulaciones específicas para hijos de soldados quienes tienes que residir fuera de los Estados Unidos, al igual que excepciones para estudiantes que viajan al extranjero para estudiar. Así que, si recibe los beneficios de Seguro Social y planifica viajar o vivir fuera de los Estados Unidos, lo primero que debe hacer es visitar la página de Internet, www. segurosocial.gov/international/payments. html. Avísele al Seguro Social antes de viajar al extranjero Por Kenneth Baron Especialista en Asuntos Publicos del Seguro Social El famoso escritor Mark Twain, una vez aconsejó, «Atrapa los vientos alisios en tus velas. Explora. Sueña. Descubre.» Las personas hoy en día toman este consejo muy en serio y están visitando lugares en todo el mundo–a menudo de vacaciones y a veces para establecerse en otro país. Si usted es una de estas personas y recibe los beneficios de Seguro Social, tenemos una página de Internet especial dedicada a este tema: «Sus pagos mientras esté fuera de los Estados Unidos». En esa página de Internet puede encontrar respuestas a preguntas tales como: «¿se afectarán mis beneficios de Seguro Social? ¿Tengo que avisarle al Seguro Social que estoy fuera del país? ¿Cuándo debo hacerlo? ¿Qué pasa si necesito comunicarme con el Seguro Social mientras estoy de viajes?» Las respuestas estas preguntas, y aún más Puede encontrar respuestas a todas, en www.segurosocial.gov/international/ payments.html (solo disponible en inglés). Este sitio de Internet ofrece una sección acerca de «Payments Abroad Screening Tool» (Herramienta para investigar si puede recibir sus beneficios en el extranjero [solo disponible en inglés]) y le plantea un par de preguntas para determinar si usted podrá continuar recibiendo sus beneficios. Esta página también encontrará enlaces Check in with Social Security before traveling outside the United States for nighttime. I don't have a picture of the Tirone house, you will have to ride by and see it. Our winners for week four are Pam Horne of 27 Wood Lane have a nice daytime décor and Scott Bishop from 21 Wood Lane with a great flashing holiday look, with music. Check out these houses and enjoy the holiday spirit. Pam Horne of 27 Wood Lane By Kenneth Baron Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Mark Twain once advised people to “Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” Americans today have taken that advice to heart, and are visiting places around the globe–often for vacations, and sometimes to relocate in another country. If you are one of these people and receive Social Security benefits, we offer a special website: “Social Security Payments Outside the United States.” Here you can find answers to such questions as “will my Social Security payments be affected? Do I have to let Social Security know I’m out of the country? When should I do it? What happens if I need to contact Social Security while I am out of the country?” You can find answers to all of these questions and others at www.socialsecurity. gov/international/payments.html. The website features a “Payments Abroad Screening Tool”, which asks you a few short questions to determine if your payments can continue. The page also offers links to publications, such as Your Payments While You Are Outside The United States, which explains how your benefits may be affected and other important information you need to know about receiving Social Security benefits while outside the country. And one more important point to note. If you receive Social Security benefits as a dependent or survivor there are additional United States residency requirements that may affect your benefit payments while you are outside the United States. It also is important to note that there are different provisions for anyone Scott Bishop from 21 Wood Lane receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Once you have been outside the United States for 30 or more days in a row, your SSI cannot start again until you have been back in the country for at least 30 consecutive days. There are special rules for dependent children of military personnel who leave the United States and exceptions for students studying abroad. “The Bilingual Newspaper of the Merrimack Valley” So if you receive Social Security or SSI benefits and are planning to travel or live outside the United States, you’ll first want to pay a visit to www.socialsecurity.gov/ international/payments.html. Rumbo www.rumbonews.com january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 13 La Temporada Tributaria del 2014 Tax Season to Open 2014 Iniciará a Partir del 31 de Enero; e-file y Free File Pueden Jan. 31; e-file and Free File Can Speed Refunds Acelerar los Reembolsos El Servicio de Impuestos Internos (IRS, por sus siglas en inglés) anunció planes para iniciar la temporada de impuestos del 2014 el 31 de enero y exhortó a los contribuyentes a presentar sus declaraciones de impuestos usando e-file o Free File, ya que así recibirán más rápidamente sus reembolsos. La nueva fecha de apertura para que las personas presenten sus declaraciones de impuestos del 2013, le dará al IRS suficiente tiempo para programar y probar los sistemas de procesamiento de impuestos. El proceso anual para la actualización de los sistemas del IRS se retrasó tras el cierre del gobierno federal de 16 días. “Nuestra fuerza laboral ha estado trabajando arduamente durante el otoño para prepararse para la próxima temporada de impuestos”, dijo Danny Werfel, Comisionado Interino del IRS. “La apertura tardía de enero nos da suficiente tiempo para programar, probar y autenticar nuestros sistemas. Es un proceso complejo, y nuestra meta es proveer una temporada de impuestos y reembolsos libre de problemas para los contribuyentes de la nación”. El cierre del gobierno ocasionó que el IRS cambiara la fecha original de apertura del 21 de enero al 31 de enero del 2014. La fecha del 2014 es un día más tarde de cuando inició la temporada de impuestos del 2013, la cual empezó el 30 de enero, después de los cambios tributarios de ley efectuados por el Congreso el primero de enero bajo el Acta Americana de Alivio a los Contribuyentes (ATRA, por su siglas en inglés). El extenso conjunto de cambios tributarios de ATRA afectó muchas de las declaraciones de impuestos del 2012, a causa de la apertura tardía de enero. El IRS señaló que hay varias opciones disponibles para ayudar a los contribuyentes a prepararse para la temporada de impuestos del 2014 y así obtener sus reembolsos de la manera más fácil posible. Nueva información de planificación de impuestos de fin de año fue añadida a IRS.gov esta semana. Además, se espera que muchas compañías de software comiencen a aceptar declaraciones de impuestos en enero y las detengan hasta que los sistemas de IRS abran el 31 de enero. Más detalles estarán disponibles en enero. El IRS advirtió que no procesará declaraciones de impuestos antes del 31 de enero, lo que significa que no hay ninguna ventaja para presentar declaración en papel antes de la fecha de apertura. Los contribuyentes recibirán sus reembolsos más rápido usando e-file o Free File con la opción de depósito directo. La fecha límite oficial para presentar su declaración de impuestos está establecida por ley y se mantendrá en efecto. Sin embargo, el IRS recuerda a los contribuyentes que cualquier persona puede solicitar una extensión automática de seis meses para presentar su declaración de impuestos. La solicitud se hace fácilmente mediante el formulario 4868, y puede ser presentada electrónicamente o en papel. Los sistemas de proceso del IRS; aplicaciones y base de datos deben actualizarse anualmente para reflejar los cambios en la ley de impuestos, cambios en gestión de proceso de negocio, y actualizaciones de programación a tiempo para el inicio de la temporada de impuestos. El cierre del gobierno llegó durante el período culminante para preparar los sistemas de programación del IRS para la temporada de impuestos del 2014. Las pruebas de programación, y despliegue de más de 50 sistemas del IRS son necesarios para manejar el proceso de cerca de 150 millones de declaraciones de impuestos. La actualización de los sistemas centrales es un proceso complejo de todo el año, con la mayoría del trabajo comenzando en el otoño. Alrededor del 90 por ciento de las operaciones principales del IRS estuvieron cesadas durante el cierre del gobierno, cerrando el flujo de trabajo por completo durante este período y atrasando al IRS a casi tres semanas de su ocupada agenda para estar listos a iniciar la temporada de impuestos del 2014. Existen requisitos de capacitación adicional, programación y pruebas a los sistemas del IRS con el fin de poder detector el fraude de reembolso y robo de identidad. Medical Cannabis Médica ¿Califica usted? Do you Qualify? Presentamos / Introducing: N.A.M.S. Nature’s Alternative Medical Solutions (Soluciones Médicas Alternativas de la Naturaleza) Recomendaciones a los que califican. Recommendations to those who qualify. Llame hoy para su cita / Call today for your appointment 978-655-5551 978-655-7252 Se Habla Español The Internal Revenue Service today announced plans to open the 2014 filing season on Jan. 31 and encouraged taxpayers to use e-file or Free File as the fastest way to receive refunds. The new opening date for individuals to file their 2013 tax returns will allow the IRS adequate time to program and test its tax processing systems. The annual process for updating IRS systems saw significant delays in October following the 16-day federal government closure. “Our teams have been working hard throughout the fall to prepare for the upcoming tax season,” IRS Acting Commissioner Danny Werfel said. “The late January opening gives us enough time to get things right with our programming, testing and systems validation. It’s a complex process, and our bottom-line goal is to provide a smooth filing and refund process for the nation’s taxpayers.” The government closure meant the IRS had to change the original opening date from Jan. 21 to Jan. 31, 2014. The 2014 date is one day later than the 2013 filing season opening, which started on Jan. 30, 2013 following January tax law changes made by Congress on Jan. 1 under the American Taxpayer Relief Act (ATRA). The extensive set of ATRA tax changes affected many 2012 tax returns, which led to the late January opening. The IRS noted that several options are available to help taxpayers prepare for the 2014 tax season and get their refunds as easily as possible. New year-end tax planning information has been added to IRS.gov this week. In addition, many software companies are expected to begin accepting tax returns in January and hold those returns until the IRS systems open on Jan. 31. More details will be available in January. The IRS cautioned that it will not process any tax returns before Jan. 31, so there is no advantage to filing on paper before the opening date. Taxpayers will receive their tax refunds much faster by using e-file or Free File with the direct deposit option. The April 15 tax deadline is set by statute and will remain in place. However, the IRS reminds taxpayers that anyone can request an automatic six-month extension to file their tax return. The request is easily done with Form 4868, which can be filed electronically or on paper. IRS systems, applications and databases must be updated annually to reflect tax law updates, business process changes and programming updates in time for the start of the filing season. The October closure came during the peak period for preparing IRS systems for the 2014 filing season. Programming, testing and deployment of more than 50 IRS systems is needed to handle processing of nearly 150 million tax returns. Updating these core systems is a complex, yearround process with the majority of the work beginning in the fall of each year. About 90 percent of IRS operations were closed during the shutdown, with some major work streams closed entirely during this period, putting the IRS nearly three weeks behind its tight timetable for being ready to start the 2014 filing season. There are additional training, programming and testing demands on IRS systems this year in order to provide additional refund fraud and identity theft detection and prevention. 14 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 CEO Jack Clancy anuncia nombramiento de Rosalin Acosta como Vicepresidente Senior, Enterprise Investment Advisors Rosalin Acosta se unió recientemente a la familia Enterprise Bank con más de 27 años de experiencia en banca en su nuevo cargo como Vicepresidente Senior de Enterprise Investment Advisors. Rosalin es una profesional de la banca muy respetada que ha ocupado puestos de responsabilidad creciente en banca de gobierno, gestión de efectivo y préstamos comerciales en toda la región metropolitana de Boston. La experiencia de Rosalin incluye administrar una división multimillonaria de setenta profesionales, incluyendo asesores, gerentes de relaciones, y funcionarios fiduciarios. Rosalin tiene una licenciatura de Wesleyan University. Rosalin participa en numerosos esfuerzos cívicos y comunitarios, es una oradora reconocida y embajadora cultural en temas de diversidad y motivar a la juventud. Ella ha sido seleccionada durante tres años consecutivos por el Periódico El Planeta como una de los 100 hispanos más influyentes en Massachusetts. Rosalin recibió el Boston Academy of Women Achievers de la YWCA el pasado mes de junio. Es miembro de varias juntas directivas entre ellos, la Junta de Supervisores del Hospital Infantil de Boston, donde también co-fundó el Concejo Ejecutivo Latino para el Hospital Infantil. Ella es Vice Presidente de la Asociación de Profesionales Latinos en Finanzas y Contabilidad y en marzo fue galardonada con el Premio Héroe Comunitario por la Cruz Roja Americana del Noreste de Massachusetts. Al anunciar este nombramiento, CEO Clancy dijo: "Estamos orgullosos de contar con una profesional talentosa, hábil y comprometida en nuestro equipo. El conocimiento y la experiencia de Rosalin será un gran activo para el banco en los próximos años". El equipo de Enterprise Investment Advisors es el asesor de inversiones para más de $700 millones en activos de inversión. Enterprise Bank tiene 22 sucursales de servicio completo ubicadas en las ciudades y pueblos de Massachusetts Lowell, Acton, Andover, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Fitchburg, Lawrence, Leominster, Methuen, Tewksbury, Tyngsborough, y Westford y en las ciudades de New Hampshire de Derry, Hudson, Pelham y Salem. La Compañía está celebrando la gran apertura de su nueva sucursal en Nashua, ubicado en el 88 de Main St., el jueves, 9 de enero de 2014. A partir del 09/30/13, los activos ascendieron a $1.8 mil millones. El total de activos bajo gestión y los préstamos administrados ascendieron a $2.5 mil millones. Enterprise Bancorp, Inc. cotiza en el Mercado Global de NASDAQ bajo el símbolo de cotización "EBTC". Para más información sobre Enterprise Bank, ingrese a nuestro sitio en EnterpriseBanking.com. read rumbo online! rumbonews.com CEO Jack Clancy announces appointment of Rosalin Acosta as Senior Vice President, Enterprise Investment Advisors Rosalin Acosta recently joined the Enterprise Bank family bringing over 27 years of banking experience to her new position as Senior Vice President of Enterprise Investment Advisors. Rosalin is a wellrespected banking professional who has held progressively responsible positions in Wealth Management, Government Banking, Cash Management and Commercial Lending throughout the Greater Boston region. Rosalin’s experience includes leading a multi-billion dollar division of seventy professionals including advisors, relationship managers, and trust officers. Rosalin holds a BA Degree from Wesleyan University. Involved in numerous civic and community endeavors, Rosalin is a recognized public speaker and cultural ambassador on matters of diversity and motivating youth. She has been selected for three consecutive years by El Planeta Newspaper as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Hispanics in Massachusetts. Rosalin received the YWCA Boston Academy of Women Achievers award this June. She is a member of several boards including the Board of Overseers of Boston Children’s Hospital where she also cofounded the Latino Executive Council for Children’s Hospital. She’s the Vice Chair of the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting and in March was awarded the Community Hero Award by the Northeast Massachusetts American Red Cross. In announcing this appointment, CEO Clancy stated, “We are proud to have such a talented, skilled and committed professional join our team. Rosalin’s knowledge and experience will be a tremendous asset to the bank in the years ahead.” Enterprise Investment Advisors team is the investment advisor for more than $700 million in investment assets. Enterprise Bank has 22 full-service branch offices located in the Massachusetts cities and towns of Lowell, Acton, Andover, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Fitchburg, Lawrence, Leominster, Methuen, Tewksbury, Tyngsborough, and Westford and in the New Hampshire towns of Derry, Hudson, Pelham and Salem. The Company is celebrating the grand opening of its newest branch in Nashua, located at 88 Main St., on Thursday, January 9, 2014. As of 9/30/13, assets were $1.8 billion. Total assets under management and loans serviced totaled $2.5 billion. Enterprise Bancorp, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ Global Market under the stock symbol “EBTC.” For further information on Enterprise Bank, log onto our website at EnterpriseBanking.com. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Mr. B’s Sport Stories Rumbo :. 15 by frank benjamin The 4th testimonial banquet for lettermen & cheerleaders at LHS in 1956 The L Men's club is sponsoring this banquet to honor the student athletes of LHS. David Burke was the club’s president and Mayor John Buckley, Supt of schools James Hennessey, and football coach Ed Buckley joined guest speaker Bob Cousy of the Boston Celtics at the head table. After a great turkey dinner the athletes and cheerleaders were awarded sweaters and blazers by the Mayor. The captain of the cheerleaders was Rosemary Smith, Barbara Stowell, Marie Sharpe, Nancy Silverman, Marion Erban, Jane Tatelman, Barbara Feinman, Peggy Emmert now of Salisbury, mother of Central Catholic Chris Sullivan. Peg was a fine tennis player and won the City title in that sport. Betty (Connor) Cavanaugh now lives in Methuen after retiring from teaching in the Lawrence system. Mary O'Connor, Sybil Freedman and future cheerleading captain Rita Maroun. Baseball lettermen included Captain Archie Halloran a pitcher with a nasty curve. He and wife Gen still live in Lawrence. Arch is retired from the LHA. Al Abraham, Joe Comerford, Alex Sczapa a great hitter, Bobby Chaisson, Horace Coco a fine pitcher, Kenny Hendrick of Methuen was a catcher; he catches problems now as politician. Johnny Reusch would be a great multi sport star for the Lancers and moved to North Andover before passing away in the prime of life. Jimmy Jordan and Joe Conley came from Southie; Joe was a good pitcher (his dad was a State Rep. Larry Klimas) and he would become a super high school athlete and later a very successful coach. Ed Menery was a catcher and later starred as an entertainer as Eddie Baker, both he and Klimas also left us too soon. Dave Peters still lives in the area and would in the future become the baseball captain for LHS. Mo Ferris now of the Cape was a hurler and his Dad was a cop for the LPD. Jack Gage from Tower Hill was a 3rd baseman and a good one. Billy Perry became a fireballing pitcher who lived near the Essex projects he was another that passed on much too early. George Maroun was to become one of the high school’s greatest multi sport stars. Tommy Carroll now a retired cop still lives in Lawrence and was a multi sporter as was Vinnie Mello. The hoop letterman, Captain Jimmy (snowshoes) Mc Carthy who later played at Merrimack College he recently passed on after retiring from the insurance business. George Maroun, Ronnie Rochon, Ralph Forgione would later become a qb on the LHS State Champion team and became a football official. Jim McFarland (Pineapple) from the Salem St. area, Billy Perry, Eddie Lonardo, Barnsey O'Neil who was Pineapple’s good friend also from Salem St. Bobby Laudani Buon Giorno Good Morning Buenas Tardes Every Sunday beginning at 9 AM with Sicilian music 10-12 Italian/English was a fine 3 sporter; he was killed in a plane crash in the Potomac in Washington, his cousin Chick Lopiano and I often talk of his cousin Bobby. Also in attendance were Ronnie Hatem who became a pro bowler, Larry Klimas and Mo Ferris. Al DeLuca was the Manager, Dick Green was his asst. Track Lettermen, Captain George Rokel, Sam Coco, Bill Dutton, Roy Scott, Marty Delaney of the Salem St. area was a future track captain and later retired from the Lawrence school system. Barry Close, Phil Hagan, Alex Sczapa, Charlie Walker, Joe Welch, who later became a cop on the LPD and Ralph Forgione. The football lettermen will be recognized in a future Rumbo. The L Men’s Club with assistance from the LHS athletic board honored the school’s student athletes. Board members included a Lawlor headmaster LHS, football coach Ed Buckley, asst. coaches Ralph Wolfendale and Benny Lee, Emie Perry Sr. track coach, Athletic Director Mark Devlin, baseball coach Bill Regan, asst. coach Henry Ouellette and hoop Basil Bova and asst. Tony Perocchi. A great night in 1956. Listen to Mr. B and Joe Murphy on WCCM-1110AM every Sunday from 2:00 to 3:00, talking sports. Like in the past, they will be receiving calls from coaches updating the latest results. 12-1 This is Rock ‘n Roll 1-2 Así es Colombia Help for Elders Nunzio DiMarca and John Savastano Celebrating 16 years bringing you five continuous hours of entertainment, news, interviews, music and fun. Elder Services is currently recruiting & training more volunteers to help the elderly remain safely in their homes for as long as possible; the volunteers will help with: • With door to door Transportation to medical appointments. • With an advocate, to accompany the elder into the medical appointment. • With food shopping & picking up prescriptions. • With companionship, someone they can just talk with. Request - This is a wonderful program for our elders who have no one to help them. However, Elder Services needs many more volunteers throughout the Merrimack Valley to answer all the calls for help we are receiving. We hope the folks who are reading this Ad can put a few hours aside each month and help support this critical need. Contact: Gerry at, 978-946-1445 16 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 by dalia díaz daliadiaz@rumbonews.com Rumbo’s New Year As we showed in our editorial, 2013 was a good year for us and all indications are that 2014 will be even better. I just have to negotiate with my boss some vacation time every now and then because if it was hectic before, it will only get worse. We are very fortunate to be surrounded by advertisers who believe in the work we do and have been with us for many years – after all, this is a business. It’s a great feeling when we can be of service to our communities (and this expanded issue is proof of that) where organizations can have a vehicle to promote their services and successes. rumbonews .com read rumbo online! rumbonews.com advertisement LéALO EN ESPAÑOL EN LA PáGINA 4 Welcome Mayor Rivera! I have known Danny for a long time and can only say nice things about him. As a worker, member of the City Council and member of the Board of Trustees of Northern Essex Community College, the image I have is that of someone smart, hard working and responsible. Just take a look at the job he did with the city budget! You knew there was going to be a BUT, right? Since winning the elections I have seen another side of him that worries me. I don’t think he has had any experience managing people. He probably thinks that by delegating to others the work will get done but the mistakes by his organization and the different committees lead me to believe that he may not be a good manager. Delegating is not enough; you have to ask for the results of their undertaking or otherwise, things will fall on the round file. I am referring specifically, to the way Volunteers Needed! Did you know that 1 in every 50 children in the US will go to sleep without a home this year? Horizons for Homeless Children is looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteers to play with children living in family homeless shelters in Northeastern Massachusetts. A commitment of just 2 hours a week will make a significant difference in the lives of some wonderful children in your community. Trainings for your region are coming up soon - sign up today! January 2012, Northeast Region, Saturday, January 21st. 9:30pm - 4:00pm, Lowell, MA Please contact us at (978) 557-2182 or at northeast@ horizonsforhomelesschildren.org for more information and an application, or fill one out online at www.horizonsforhomelesschildren. org. the media has been handled with confusing information being offered such as the ice skates being FREE RENTAL only to later clarify that someone else is paying for the rental and they will be free to the public. Then, refusing or forgetting to attend scheduled radio interviews only going to those where the comfort level is more pleasing. Elections are over and there will not be unfair or provoking questions any more from any of us. Then, there was the inaugural committee! Just one week before the swearing-in ceremony it was announced that the City Council, School Committee and Greater Lawrence Technical School Committee will be having separate events. They forgot to plan for these bodies to be part of the inauguration of the new government, concentrating exclusively on the mayor’s activities. Frankly, the whole thing has been butchered, beginning with the ceremony in front of City Hall. It would have been beautiful in good weather but they should have been realistic from the start. What I said about delegating was because the impression I get from all of that is that they don’t have to answer to anyone – and apparently, Danny doesn’t ask. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR RUMBO 60 Island Street, Suite 211E Lawrence MA 01840 Email: rumbo@rumbonews.com Letters must be less than 300 words in length. Please send a telephone number or email address by which we may confirm the sender. NEWS & Events IN haverhill Mayor Fiorentini’s Year end Report to the taxpayers We keep regular statistics on what functions our city departments are doing. Here is a report on those stats and how your tax dollars are being used. [Unless otherwise indicated all stats are from Nov to Nov, since December is done] 706 housing code violation letters 297 building code violation letters Filed 206 cases in court Complete report Mayor's office Police department This year we handled 850 constituent requests. [This does not include every call or "quick" request that we can handle quickly-- just those that take some time and are entered into our computer system.] Highway department When you decide to start a business there are many insurance issues to consider. Here are a few that you need to purchase. LIABILITY: Liability protects you if someone gets hurt on your property or from your business. If you rent, your landlord will want you to have liability insurance and name them as an ADDITIONAL INSURED. If you sell food, a product or service, liability insurance is very important. If you own rental property, liability is necessary to protect you from tenant law suits and it’s required for Section VIII tenants. Contractors need liability to protect their clients. Many cities and towns require Certificates of Insurance from contractors when they apply for permits. FIRE/HAZARD: If you borrow money to start your business or buy a building, the bank will require that you have FIRE insurance (just like when you borrow to buy a home). THEFT: Theft coverage can usually be purchased along with fire insurance. Often it is necessary to have a burglar alarm to purchase theft coverage. WORKERS COMPENSATION: If you decide to hire someone or have family help you, it is necessary to purchase workers compensation insurance. This protects the worker if they are injured on the job. Not only are the medical bills paid, but the missing wages are also payable to the injured employee. The cost is based on the type of business and the actual payroll. Corporations must purchase this coverage. Proprietors and LLC businesses do not have to protect themselves but they must purchase a policy for workers they hire. LOSS OF RENTS/EARNINGS: If your rental income or your sales money pays the bills then you need to be sure your policy includes this coverage. It is not automatically included! Handled 32,489 calls for service-- about the same as 2012 Made 1,516 arrests-- about the same as 2012 Complete report Clerk's Office Water /Waste Water Handled 4,356 permits-- including 2,200 Patched 896 potholes (up from 552 in dog licenses, 963 death certificates, 750 2012 a 62% increase) birth certificates, and 331 marriage licenses. Paved six (6) miles of roads Complete report Swept 1,467 streets ( 6% increase) Complete report 2012-2013 Fire department Handled and suppressed 34 1 alarm Health and Inspectional Services building fires: (the first two alarm fire of the Issued 10,076 permits year came in after the reporting period in Handled 11,949 inspections December.) Issued 649 trash violation letters Handled 4,410 medical calls SMALL BUSINESS INSURANCE Be sure to check your business policy for details! Handled 1,765 service calls Assessor's Office Updated values on 21,183 properties Set residential tax rate of $16.09; commercial rate of $26.91 per thousand. Handled 75 abatement requests; 505 exemption requests, Inspected 2,340 properties Average single family residential rate third lowest in region. Nancy Greenwood Insurance 11 Haverhill Street Methuen, MA 01844 nancygreenwood.com (978) 683-7676 (800) 498-7675 Fax (978) 794-5409 Nancy Greenwood Ronald Briggs advertisement january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 17 Al día con YDO Lawrence Un nuevo socio en el centro comercial Youth Development Organization (YDO) siempre ha tratado de involucrar a los estudiantes fuera del salón de clases típico. Dependiendo de los recursos disponibles, estar "fuera de la escuela" ha significado tener programas en espacios creativos en la Academia Phillips, en las universidades, o en nuestro nuevo espacio en Everett Mills. Ahora, por primera vez, estamos colaborando con un pequeño negocio en el centro de Lawrence. Aprovechando el impulso del proyecto de teatro de este verano (una producción de teatro musical de Seussical, Jr.), YDO ofreció a los estudiantes una oportunidad después de la escuela para vincular sus talentos para llevar a cabo con sus capacidades para escribir, y viceversa. El programa de cine en la escritura se reunió a veces tres días por semana - viernes y sábados en la oficina de YDO y los lunes en El Taller. El Taller, es una cafetería en el centro comercial de Lawrence, donde la educación y la creatividad se fomentan y celebran. Cuando entre en El Taller, se dará cuenta de que el café funciona como una librería y también como una galería para artistas locales. Tome nota de los taburetes formados de carretes de telas antiguas que se utilizaban en las fábricas, al llegar a las mesas notará que se encuentran cubiertas de papel de construcción y con un tarro de lápices junto a la sal y la pimienta. Haga un bosquejo, componga, o tome notas - El Taller provoca pasivamente la creatividad de cada cliente. Muchos de los más estudiantes mayores de YDO (nuestro grupo de liderazgo) y en general, los jóvenes de Lawrence han respondido en una forma muy positiva al ambiente que El Taller ha creado. Participan en talleres de escritura, grupos de lectura y sesiones de micrófono abierto. YDO valora enormemente la asociación con El Taller. La relación es una representación perfecta de la contratación fuera de la escuela creemos que capacita a los estudiantes para aprender y crecer, mientras que, sobre todo, experimentan y se conectan con el mundo real. Updates from YDO Lawrence A New Partner Downtown Youth Development Organization (YDO) has always sought to engage students outside of the typical classroom setting. Depending on the resources available, being "out-of-school" has meant holding programs in creative spaces at Phillips Academy, on college campuses, or in our new space at Everett Mills. Now, for the first time, we are collaborating with a small business in downtown Lawrence. Building on momentum from this summer's Performing Project (a musical theatre production of Seussical, Jr.), YDO offered students an after-school opportunity to link their talents for performing with their capacities for writing, and vice versa. The Theater Writing program met two, sometimes three, days per week - Fridays & Saturdays at the YDO office and Mondays at El Taller. El Taller, which means "The Workshop", is a cafe in downtown Lawrence where literacy and creativity are fostered and celebrated. When you walk into El Taller, you will notice immediately that the cafe doubles as a bookstore and triples as a gallery for local artists. Take note of the bar stools fashioned from old fabric spools once used in the mills; but make your way to any table, which you will find covered in construction paper and with a Mason jar of pencils next to the salt & pepper. Doodle, sketch, compose, or take notes - El Taller passively elicits creativity from every customer. Many of the older YDO kids (our leadership group) and, in general, youth in Lawrence have been responding very positively to the environment El Taller has created. They participate in writing workshops, reading groups, and open-mic sessions. YDO has absolutely treasured partnering with El Taller. The relationship is a perfect representation of the out-ofschool engagement we believe empowers students to learn and grow while, importantly, experiencing and connecting with the real world. Brigada anual de pavos sirve a cientos de necesitados Más de 500 familias en el Valle de Merrimack y el sur de New Hampshire recibieron un generoso inicio a la temporada Navideña con uno de los eventos de servicio comunitario más grandes de la región. Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union se enorgullece de participar en la vigésimosegunda Brigada Anual de Pavos de Acción de Gracias, organizada por Ocasio’s True Martial Arts de Haverhill. En conjunto, las organizaciones y decenas de voluntarios entregaron cenas de pavo completas a las familias necesitadas. Merrimack Valley contribuyó $2,500 para la compra de ingredientes para las cestas de la cena, junto con un equipo de voluntarios para repartirlas el miércoles antes del Día de Acción de Gracias. Las cestas contenían un pavo, una sartén para cocinarlo, patatas, verduras, salsa, relleno, pan y más. "La Brigada de Pavos es una tradición maravillosa que ayuda a los menos afortunados", dijo Jay Caldwell, quien coordinó el equipo de voluntarios de la Cooperativa de Crédito. "Merrimack Valley se enorgullece de ser parte de hacer que las Navidades sean especiales para aquellos que más lo necesitan." Spider-Man fue miembro de la Brigada de Pavos este año, para el deleite de los niños y las familias que abrieron sus puertas al superhéroe que lleva la cena de Acción de Gracias. Fotos y video están disponibles en YouTube. Ocasio recauda dinero todo el año y recibe donaciones de alimentos para las cestas de laBrigada de Pavos. Para obtener más información, visite www.ocasiostma. com. Annual Turkey Brigade serves hundreds in need More than 500 families in the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire received a bountiful start to the holiday season with one of the biggest community service events in the region. Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union was proud to participate in the 20th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Brigade, hosted by Ocasio’s True Martial Arts of Haverhill. Together, the organizations and dozens of volunteers delivered complete turkey dinners to families in need. Merrimack Valley contributed $2,500 toward the purchase of ingredients for the dinner baskets, along with a team of volunteers to deliver them on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The baskets contained a turkey, a pan to cook it in, potatoes, vegetables, gravy, stuffing, rolls and more. “The Turkey Brigade is a wonderful tradition that helps those less fortunate,” said Jay Caldwell, who coordinated the Credit Union’s team of volunteers. “Merrimack Valley is proud to be part of making the holidays special for those who need it most.” Spider-Man was a member of this year’s Turkey Brigade, much to the delight of the children and families who opened their doors to the superhero bearing Thanksgiving dinner. Photos and video are available in YouTube. Ocasio’s raises money all year long and collects donations of food for the Turkey Brigade baskets. For more information, visit www.ocasiostma.com. 18 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Cartas al Editor / Letters to the Editor Voluntarios de Feaster Five Quisiera expresar un enorme agradecimiento a todos nuestros voluntarios, el personal y los que tomaron parte en la recaudación de fondos. Muy buen trabajo durante la exposición durante toda la semana por nuestros embajadores voluntarios. Un gran agradecimiento a nuestro personal del centro de acogida para ayudar con información a los socios, consultas de afiliación y ventas. ¡Gracias a todo nuestro personal de ANA, el personal de las instalaciones y aquellos de la administración que han trabajado tan duro para preparar y ejecutar un evento muy exitoso el día de la carrera en la carpa de hospitalidad. El Feaster Five presenta una tremenda oportunidad para mostrar buena voluntad y para nuestra Y en una serie de diferentes niveles. Primero como un socio de la comunidad, en segundo lugar como un centro de recursos para organizar un evento de una manera eficiente, divertida y familiar, y tercero como un lugar donde la gente quiere pertenecer y participar en decisiones de vida saludables. Fue muy emocionante para nuestros miembros actuales presenciar esto, así como para los que vienen por primera vez. Una mención especial a Gabby Taveras por su interpretación del Himno Nacional - fue reconfortante y fenomenal. Algunos elementos que merecen ser mencionados: • Un total de 10,616 participantes en la carrera alrededor de 100 menos que el año pasado... de esos tuvimos a más de 7800 que pasaron por nuestras puertas el lunes, martes y miércoles. • La primera vez que el registro se hizo en línea durante la expo (sin papel) - Nuestra YMCA prestó tabletas para ayudar a facilitar el proceso. • Tuvimos aproximadamente 22 recaudaciones de fondos tituladas POR QUÉ CORRO (que nosotros sepamos) • Por lo menos un total de 74 personas visitaron la carpa de hospitalidad • Los fondos de patrocinio fueron iguales al año pasado antes de añadir la recaudación de fondos de POR QUÉ CORRO, la donación de Striders y las donaciones por los participantes de la comunidad • El objetivo de la promoción para obtener 15 nuevos miembros resultó en 24 membrecías. • Muy buenas entrevistas en video de nuestro Presidente de la Junta (Marko Duffy), elVicepresidente (John Fouhy) y Claudia Soo Hoo. Gracias, Feaster Five Volunteers I would like to express a huge thank you to all of our volunteers, staff and fundraisers. Great work during the expo all week by our volunteer Ambassadors/ Greeters. A big thank you to our welcome center staff for helping with member information, membership inquiries and sales. Thank you to all of our ANA staff, facilities staff and those of you from Admin who worked so hard to prepare and execute a very successful event and race day hospitality tent. The Feaster Five presented a tremendous opportunity for local goodwill and for us to showcase our Y on a number of different levels. First as a community partner, second as a facility with resources to host an event in an efficient, fun and family-friendly way and third, as a place where people want to belong; to engage in healthy lifestyle choices. It was exciting for our current members to witness this as well as for those coming thru our doors for the first time. A special call out to Gabby Taveras for her rendition of the National Anthem-it was heart-warming not to mention phenomenal. James Kapelson A few items of note: Vice President Membership Development and Marketing MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA 101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor Lawrence, MA 01840 ¡Ahora 1 subasta semanal! SUBASTA PUBLICA DE AUTOS ¡Venga a la Subasta Semanal! Sábados a las 11 am Inspecciones 2 horas antes de la subasta El único lugar en toda el área con Subastas de Autos Abiertas al Público ¡Compre donde los vendedores compran! Cientos de Vehículos: ¡No hay oferta mínima! Precios muy Reducidos: La Mayoría de los Autos se Venden por $500 ó menos. CAPITAL AUTO AUCTION “La Subasta de Autos Oficial del Salvation Army” 190 Londonderry Turnpike (28 Bypass) Manchester, NH 03104 Salida 1 de la Rt. 101 Este (603) 622-9058 • 10,616 total race participants about 100 less than last year...of those we had over 7800 passed thru our doors on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. • First time ever online registration during the expo (no paper) - Our YMCA loaned tablets to help facilitate the process. • We had approximately 22 WHY I RUN fundraisers (that we know of) • At least a total of 74 people visited our Hospitality tent • Sponsorship $$ equaled last year before we add in the WHY I RUN fundraising, the Striders donation and the donations made by community participants • High Five membership promotion goal of 15 memberships, we achieved 24 memberships. • Great interviews on video from our Board Chair (Marko Duffy), Vice Chair (John Fouhy) and Claudia Soo Hoo Thanks, James Kapelson Vice President Membership Development and Marketing MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA 101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor Lawrence, MA 01840 Re. Lawrence Public Schools En respuesta al editorial del Boston Herald el 16 de diciembre "Corriendo hacia el fondo", me gustaría dejar las cosas claras de por qué la negociación colectiva es esencial en cualquier sistema educativo, pero sobre todo en Lawrence. En los últimos años, la Ciudad de Lawrence ha sido objeto de una serie de desgracias que han impactado negativamente a nuestro sistema escolar público. El ex superintendente fue enviado a prisión. Un alcalde indiferente ha sido objeto de numerosas investigaciones. Hay una profunda pobreza en esta orgullosa y luchadora ciudad. A medida que trabajamos para mejorar nuestra ciudad y nuestro sistema escolar, la voz de nuestros educadores en este proceso es esencial. Sin derechos de negociación colectiva, los maestros en Lawrence son silenciados en cuestiones críticas de educación, entre ellas la salud escolar y la seguridad, el desarrollo profesional, la retención, y un sinnúmero de otros problemas críticos que se suman a lo que es mejor para los niños a quienes enseñan. Estamos comprometidos con la mejora de las Escuelas Públicas de Lawrence para nuestros estudiantes, nuestros maestros y nuestra comunidad. Insistimos en que nuestros maestros no sean privados de sus derechos de negociación colectiva, ya que como una ciudad y una comunidad, todos estamos unidos en esto. Frank McLaughlin President Lawrence Teachers’ Union Local 1019, AFT MA, AFL-CIO Everett Mill Building 6, Suite 202 15 Union Street Lawrence , MA 01840 In response to the Boston Herald’s Dec. 16 editorial “Racing to the Bottom,” I would like to set the record straight as to why collective bargaining is essential in any education system, but particularly in Lawrence. Within the past few years, the City of Lawrence has been subject to a number of misfortunes that have negatively impacted our public school system. The former school superintendent was sent to prison. An indifferent mayor has been the subject of numerous investigations. There is deep poverty in this proud, but struggling city. As we work to improve our city and our school system, the voice of our educators in this process is essential. Without collective bargaining rights, teachers in Lawrence are silenced on critical education issues including school health and safety, professional development, retention, and countless other critical issues that add up to what is best for the children they teach. We are committed to improving the Lawrence Public Schools for our students, our teachers, and our community. We insist that our teachers not be deprived of their collective bargaining rights, because as a city and a community, we are all in this together. Frank McLaughlin President Lawrence Teachers' Union Local 1019, AFT MA, AFL-CIO Everett Mill Building 6, Suite 202 15 Union Street Lawrence , MA 01840 @ EDITOR RUMBONEWS.COM january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. Scenes from Thanksgiving’s Feaster Five lunes a viernes | 10Am - 11Am MICRóFONO ABIERTO ¡Lo diferente del dial! Entrevistas Noticias Locales, Nacionales e Internacionales Comentarios Música ¡Y Mucho Más! en su nuevo horario de 10 a 11 AM Carmen Chalas “La Embajadora” Productora & Conductora TELEFONO EN CABINA 978.974.0890 WLLH 1400 AM Lea ediciones previas de RUMBO en nuestro website PERIODICORUMBO.COM 19 20 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Concierto Navideño de la Academia Católica de Lawrence Academia Católica de Lawrence se complace en anunciar que presentó su primer concierto anual de Navidad el jueves, 19 de diciembre 2013 en la Iglesia de San Patricio en Lawrence, MA. Los estudiantes desde la guardería hasta el grado 8 cantaron canciones y proveyeron un espectáculo musical que incluye clásicos navideños como "Santa Claus viene a la ciudad", "Noche de Paz", "Jingle Bells" y "White Christmas". Más de 500 familias y amigos se reunieron para recordar el pasado, abrazar el presente y crear recuerdos futuros mientras que trae la magia de la Navidad durante esta temporada de alegría. "Los estudiantes de LCA estaban tan emocionados y orgullosos de traer nuestro primer concierto de Navidad a la comunidad de la Academia Católica de Lawrence, dijo John M. Licciardi, Director de Avance. "Esperamos continuar nuestra orgullosa tradición de la fe y la excelencia en la educación, mientras que celebramos y dando gracias a Dios Padre por el nacimiento de su Hijo, Jesucristo”, dijo John. Para obtener más información sobre Lawrence Catholic Academy y sus programas educativos, por favor póngase en contacto con John M. Licciardi al 978.683.5822 ó visite su sitio web en www. lawrencecatholicacademy.net Lawrence Catholic Academy presents a Christmas Concert Lawrence Catholic Academy (LCA) is pleased to announce it presented its first annual Christmas concert celebration on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at the Saint Patrick’s Church in Lawrence, MA. Students from nursery through grade 8 sang songs and provided a musical performance which included holiday classics such as, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”, “Silent Night”, “Jingle Bells” and “White Christmas”. More than 500 families and friends gathered to remember the past, embrace the present, and create future memories while bringing holiday magic during this joyous season. “The LCA students were so excited and proud to bring our first Christmas concert to Lawrence Catholic Academy community,” said John M. Licciardi, Director of Advancement. “We look forward to continuing our proud tradition of faith and excellence in education while celebrating and giving thanks to God the Father for the birth of His Son, Jesus Christ,” said John. For more information on Lawrence Catholic Academy and its educational programs, please contact John M. Licciardi at 978.683.5822 or visit their website at www.lawrencecatholicacademy.net january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 21 2013 Feaster Five Thanksgiving Day Road Race By Edward Reynoso, Ed.D., Principal Oliver Middle School Building a healthy school community requires involvement and investment from everyone. It means daily collaboration, acknowledging each other’s opinions and respecting our differences. Often it means pushing ourselves outside our respective comfort zones. Ultimately, it means teaching the whole child—academically, emotionally, and physically. That is what we are doing at the Oliver Middle School (grades 7th & 8th). As a community (teachers, parents, administrators), we continue to focus on teaching and learning while concentrating on the whole child. Students arrive at the school every day at 7:30 for a 7:55 start, and from the moment they enter the school, they are greeted by a staff that is immediately available to support more than just their academic needs. The students’ academic day ends at 3:30, but the school does not empty out until nearly 7:30pm! Our numerous afterschool programs are designed to develop essential life skills and inspire healthy lifestyle choices. As principal, one of my goals is to educate students about the importance of physical fitness—to provide them with opportunities to challenge themselves both physically and mentally. As a result, our Monday-Friday after-school Fitness Club caught on quickly, and now approximately 40 students participate on a regular basis. The Fitness Club became another way to strengthen our school community when this group of students, alongside the Assistant Principal Mrs. Cunningham, English Teacher Erin Walsh, Special Education Teacher Lauretta Bailin, Science Teacher Priscilla Camarda, and Geraldo Acosta Jr., took on the challenge of preparing for the 26th annual Feaster Five 5k Race in Andover. Thursday, November 28th found all of us in matching green shirts on a bus and headed to Andover. Although the temperature was 32 degrees, all twenty students taking part in this event were excited and eager to line up for the 8:30 start in a crowd of over 10,000 other participants. At the finish line students were hugging each other with pride. One of the girls told me, "This is the best day of my life!" Another one said, "I am ready for our next race." At the end of the day the goal was met. We worked together to prepare for this national event and all of us made it past the finish line. The Oliver Middle School continues to prove that when a community of learners work together, there will be far more than just academic growth. We are preparing our students for life. Healthy lifestyle choices, like eating right and exercise, are an integral part of that success. Our school strives for 100% success academically, and in order to accomplish such a lofty goal we must teach the whole child. www.rumbonews.com 22 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com News from NECC Still Time to Enroll at NECC Have you been thinking about earning your degree or jumpstarting your career? If yes, the spring semester at Northern Essex Community College begins Wednesday, Jan. 22, and it's not too late to register for courses that will lead toward a degree or a certificate. Northern Essex offers over 70 associate degrees and certificates in fields such as liberal arts, health care, criminal justice, computer science, paralegal, technology and engineering, arts & design, paralegal studies, and much more. Classes and programs are offered days, evenings, weekend, and online. Campuses are in Haverhill and Lawrence. Walk-in hours for interested students are available Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday from noon to 4:30 p.m. in Haverhill (Behrakis One-Stop Student Services Center, 100 Elliott St.) or Lawrence (Dimitry Building, 45 Franklin St.) For more information, contact enrollment services at Northern Essex at 978-556-3700 or admissions@necc. mass.edu or visit www.necc.mass.edu With campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence and extension sites in Methuen and Groveland, Northern Essex Community College is a state-assisted college, offering over 90 associate degree and certificate programs as well as hundreds of non credit courses designed for personal enrichment and career growth. More than 7,300 students are enrolled in credit associate degree and certificate programs on the Haverhill and Lawrence campuses; and another 6,700 take non-credit workforce development and community education classes on campus and at businesses and community sites across the Merrimack Valley. Northern Essex is the only state college located in the lower Merrimack Valley Region of Massachusetts. For more information, visit the website at www.necc.mass.edu Flexible, Online, Hybrid Courses Offered at NECC With gasoline prices high and personal time at an all-time low, now might be the time to explore taking an online, hybrid (a blend of web-based learning with traditional face to face interaction) or web-enhanced class or classes through Northern Essex Community College distance learning program. Whether you are looking to start a new career or polish the one you have, you can find a course or academic program in the time it takes to write a Tweet or post to Facebook. There are currently a total of 14 online degree programs and 7certificates available through NECC. For the spring semester, which begins Wednesday, January 22, students can select from 87 online courses, 173 web-enhanced courses, and 102 webhybrid courses. Distance learning courses range in topics from accounting to computer applications, public speaking, creative writing, meteorology, and ethics to name a few. For a complete list of online degrees and certificates go to http://www.necc.mass. edu/academics/distance/online-degreeprograms/ For a complete list of the online, hybrid courses, and web-enhanced courses offered at NECC, go to http://www.necc.mass.edu/ academics/distance/courses/ For additional information or to register call 978-556-3700 or visit the college's website http://www.necc.mass.edu. With campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence and extension sites in Methuen and Groveland, Northern Essex Community College is a state-assisted college, offering over 70 associate degree and certificate programs as well as hundreds of noncredit courses designed for personal enrichment and career growth. More than 9,600 students are enrolled in credit associate degree and certificate programs on the Haverhill and Lawrence campuses; and another 5,500 take non-credit workforce development and community education classes on campus, and at businesses and community sites across the Merrimack Valley. Northern Essex is the only state college located in the lower Merrimack Valley Region of Massachusetts. For more information, visit the website at www.necc. mass.edu<http://www.necc.mass.edu>. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR RUMBO 60 Island Street, Suite 211E Lawrence MA 01840 Email: rumbo@rumbonews.com Letters must be less than 300 words in length. Please send a telephone number or email address by which we may confirm the sender. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 23 Crimeline of Southern NH BY Ron Penczak www.crimelinesnh.com Robo de auto en Workout Club El Departamento de Policía de Salem está investigando el robo de un vehículo de motor que se produjo el 4 de noviembre de 2013. El vehículo, un Honda Pilot blanco del 2009 con registro de New Hampshire fue robado alrededor de las 7:00 AM en Workout Club en Salem. Después de entrar en el gimnasio, la víctima dejó las llaves del coche en una cesta en la recepción. Poco después, un hombre blanco entre 5'2 – 5’5” de altura, un tanto grueso, de aproximadamente 230 libras, y de 30 - 35 años de edad, fue observado (a través de la cámara de seguridad) retirando las llaves de la víctima de la canasta. Un testigo observó al sospechoso presionando el llavero en el estacionamiento para localizar el vehículo. El auto ya fue recuperado en Lowell, Massachusetts por el Departamento de Policía de Lowell. Si puede identificar a este sospechoso, por favor repórtelo a Crimeline del Sur de NH y usted podría calificar para una recompensa de hasta $1,000. Todas las (603) 893-6600 or (800) 498-4040 or go online to www.crimelinesnh.com pesquisas permanecerán en el anonimato. Los números telefónicos de Crimeline de Southern NH son: (603) 893-6600 ó al (800) 498-4040. Su llamada será totalmente anónima, y se le emitirá un número secreto de Crimeline, conocido sólo por usted y Crimeline. Las líneas telefónicas de Crimeline no tienen identificador de llamadas. Si su pista da lugar a una condena se le otorgará una recompensa de $1,000 en efectivo en un lugar de su elección. Usted no tendrá que interactuar con la policía o testificar. Sin embargo, si usted elige declarar el premio aumenta a $2,000. Lea ediciones previas de RUMBO en nuestro website PERIODICORUMBO.COM Car Theft at the Workout Club The Salem Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle theft that occurred on November 4, 2013. The vehicle, a white 2009 Honda Pilot with New Hampshire registration was stolen around 7:00 AM from the Workout Club in Salem. After entering the gym, the victim left the car keys in a basket at the front desk. Shortly thereafter, a heavy set, white male, approximately 230 Lbs, and between 5'-2” - 5'-5” tall and 30 -35 years old is observed (via security camera) removing the victim's keys from the basket. A witness observed the suspect pressing the key fob in the parking lot to locate the vehicle. The vehicle has since been recovered in Lowell, Massachusetts by the Lowell Police Department. Consejeros de los Pequeños Negocios de América ¿Comenzando un Negocio? ¿Comprando un Negocio? ¿Haciendo Crecer su Negocio? Consejos gratis y confidenciales sobre negocios por una organización sin ánimo de lucro Sesiones de Consejerías jueves de 10:00 AM a 2:30 PM Excepto el 3er jueves de cada mes Por favor, llame al 978-686-0900 para una cita con Lawrence SCORE Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce 264 Essex St. Lawrence, MA 01840-1516 137 Lawrence Street Lawrence, MA 01841 (978)682.4060 If you can identify this suspect, please report it to Crimeline of Southern NH and you could qualify for a reward of up to $1,000. All tips remain anonymous. Crimeline of Southern NH Telephone numbers are: (603) 893-6600 or (800) 4984040. Your call will be completely anonymous and you will be issued a secret Crimeline number, known only to you and Crimeline. The Crimeline phone lines do not have caller ID. If your tip results in a conviction you will be awarded a $1,000 cash reward at a location of your choosing. You will not have to interface with the police or testify. However, if you choose to testify the reward increases to $2,000. Somos expertos en precios módicos y servicio de alta calidad. La Primera Funeraria hispana sirviendo con esmero y satisfacción a la comunidad latinoamericana. Brindamos servicio de asistencia social y enviamos el cuerpo a cualquier lugar incluyendo a Puerto Rico, la República Dominicana, Centro y Suramérica. También ofrecemos planes pagados con anticipación y estampas de recordatorios. 24 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com Martha Forero Discovering a Passion for Public Oral-Health Education By Tura Linderholm Photos by Kevin Harkins Formerly a dentist in her native Colombia, Martha Forero uses a variety of oral-health teaching tools for all ages – and especially enjoys working with the Latino community. Once a practicing dentist, Martha Forero found her true passion as an oral-health educator through Middlesex Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program. “My mission is to promote oral health, prevent dental disease, and educate the public,” said Forero. After practicing as a pediatric dentist in her native country of Colombia, Forero discovered dental hygiene gives her a completely different perspective. “Dentistry involves a lot of restorative work for damage that has already been done,” she said. “But dental hygiene is mostly preventive, and preventing the damage in the first place should be the goal of good dentistry.” A 2007 graduate of MCC’s Dental Hygiene Program, Forero currently works as a dental hygienist, an outreach programs coordinator, and an oral-health educator in Andover and Lawrence. She recently spoke at the annual meeting of the Hispanic Dental Association in Boston about effective Latinooriented practices. Working with the Latino population is something she particularly enjoys. “The approach to dentistry in a Latino community is very different from working in other communities,” she said. “It’s cultural. Many Latinos bring entire families – child, mother, grandmother – to appointments. I get to touch so many lives in just one visit.” Forero’s professional journey has been highly unconventional. After earning her dental degree and practicing with a children’s hospital in Colombia, she decided to further her education. She set her sights on Canada, but ultimately ended up at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, where she received her master’s degree in pediatric dentistry. However, Forero never pursued a license to practice in the U.S. Instead, she moved to Turkey with her husband. While there, she worked with a private pediatric dental practice. Six years later, Forero, her husband and their young daughter relocated back to the U.S., settling in Massachusetts. “I didn’t know how long we were going to be here,” she said. “My daughter was young and I wanted to experience being a mother. I wasn’t looking for more titles, I wanted to stay connected with dentistry, even though I couldn’t practice,” she said. “So, I enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program at Middlesex – and it completely opened my world.” In her role as an oral health educator, Forero travels throughout the state giving educational presentations about oral health to a wide variety of audiences. She visits public schools to educate children about best dental practices, and advocates for the use of mouth guards in every youth sport to coaches and parents. She teaches teen moms how to provide proper oral health care for their children, visits a variety of community and senior centers to discuss healthy diets and oral health, and helps organize a number of community health fairs. Forero recently developed and presented a program about dental trauma to the Massachusetts School Nurse Organization. “The school nurse is often the first person to handle a traumatic dental situation,” she said. “If they are educated about how to properly treat oral injuries, there is a better chance of preventing more serious dental procedures for the patient in the future.” People often ask Forero why she hasn’t pursued a license to practice dentistry in the U.S., and she always responds, smiling, “I love what I do. As a hygienist, I can focus on a very important part of the oral system that maintains the base of a beautiful smile and a healthy body. I never stop teaching and helping people.” MCC is one of the largest, most comprehensive community colleges in Massachusetts. We offer more than 75 degree and certificate programs, plus hundreds of noncredit courses, during the day, evening and weekend, on our Bedford and Lowell campuses, and online. Middlesex – a great place to begin your future! Lawrence dental hygienist Martha Forero discovered her passion for preventive oralhealth care at Middlesex Community College. A dental hygienist, outreach programs coordinator, and oral-health educator, Martha Forero leads educational programs and workshops around the state. Volunteers Needed! Did you know that 1 in every 50 children in the US will go to sleep without a home this year? Horizons for Homeless Children is looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteers to play with children living in family homeless shelters in Northeastern Massachusetts. A commitment of just 2 hours a week will make a significant difference in the lives of some wonderful children in your community. Trainings for your region are coming up soon - sign up today! Sign up today! Contact us at (978) 557-2182 or at northeast@ horizonsforhomelesschildren.org for more information and an application, or fill one out online at www. horizonsforhomelesschildren.org. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Santa hizo aparición temprana en Merrimack Valley La Segunda edición anual de We Love Santa Party de Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union hizo la temporada Navideña un poco más brillante para las organizaciones sin fines de lucro del área. El evento especial de la familia el pasado sábado, 7 de diciembre entretenido a los niños de todas las edades y recaudó dinero para organizaciones benéficas locales, al mismo tiempo. La oficina corporativa de Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union en el 500 de Merrimack Street en Lawrence fue transformada en la Villa de Santa Claus. Entre las diversas actividades, los niños decoraron adornos e hicieron tarjetas para las Navidades, jugaron juegos de ciervos, bailaron, cantaron y les pintaron sus caras. La Sra. Claus sirvió galletas y jugo, y el propio hombre del momento estaba allí para Santa y Mrs. Claus no podían faltar, cautivando a los niños con su presencia. escuchar los deseos de Navidad y posar para fotos con sus jóvenes admiradores. Santa and Mrs. Claus had to be there captivating children with his presence. La Fiesta We Love Santa fue gratis pero aceptaron donaciones en beneficio de la organización Credit Union Kids at Heart que a su vez beneficia el Hospital Infantil de Boston, la Fundación Joe Andruzzi, y el Centro Profesional para el Desarrollo Infantil. "Nuestra Credit Union se enorgullece de apoyar a las organizaciones que hacen una diferencia positiva en el Valle de Merrimack", dijo el presidente y CEO Peter Matthews. "La fiesta anual de Santa Claus es una maravillosa manera de coronar el año y dar las gracias a nuestros clientes y la comunidad en general que asisten nuestros esfuerzos para contribuir a la sociedad." Merrimack Valley centra su apoyo a la comunidad en la educación, la salud, la falta de vivienda y las causas relacionadas con la juventud. Los asistentes a la fiesta We love Santa contribuyeron con $1,405. Dulces para todos. / Sweets for everyone. Rumbo :. Santa makes early appearance in Merrimack Valley Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union’s second annual We Love Santa Party made the holiday season a bit brighter for area nonprofit organizations. The special family event last Saturday, December 7 entertained kids of all ages and raised money for local charities at the same time. Merrimack Valley’s corporate office at 500 Merrimack Street in Lawrence was transformed into Santa’s Village. Among the various activities, children decorated ornaments and made holiday cards, played reindeer games, danced, sang, and got their faces painted. Mrs. Claus served cookies and juice, and the big man himself was there to hear Christmas wishes and pose for pictures with his young admirers. The We Love Santa Party was free to attend, but donations were accepted to benefit Credit Unions Kids at Heart, which benefits Boston Children’s Hospital, The Joe Andruzzi Foundation, and The Professional Center for Childhood Development. “Our Credit Union is proud to support organizations that make such a positive difference in the Merrimack Valley,” said CEO and President Peter Matthews. “The annual Santa party is a wonderful way to cap off the year and say thank you to our customers and the community at large who assist our efforts to give back.” Merrimack Valley focuses its community support on education, health, homelessness and youth-related causes. We Love Santa Party-goers contributed $1,405. Un elf fue visto disfrazado de oficial de policía de Lawrence. An elf was spotted disguised as a Lawrence Police Officer. Había muchos juegos donde los niños podían mostrar sus habilidades. There were many games where kids could show their skills. Caras pintadas siempre ha sido algo favorito de los niños. Painted faces has always been a favorite of children. 25 26 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com GLTS recibe $31,000 para Celebración Navideña de Family Práctica e Innovación Profesional & Youth Initiative y el Centro de Recursos para las Familias El Departamento de Educación Primaria y Secundaria, anunció que una dádiva para Práctica e Innovación Profesional ha sido concedida a la escuela superior Greater Lawrence Technical School en la cantidad de $31,936. El propósito de este programa de subvenciones conocido como Race to-theTop (Corriendo Hacia el Tope) es apoyar a las escuelas y los distritos comprometidos con el avance de la práctica profesional mediante la integración de la aplicación de dos de los proyectos de mayor prioridad en el estado. Estos proyectos incluyen el nuevo sistema de evaluación docente y el Marco Curricular de Massachusetts. "Con este nuevo enfoque a la integración del nuevo sistema de evaluación en el Marco Curricular revisado, la Escuela Técnica de Lawrence podrá obtener mejores resultados en ambas iniciativas", dijo el Representante Frank A. Moran (D-Lawrence). "Además nuestros educadores experimentarán una mayor coherencia entre la instrucción y la evaluación de alta calidad." El Departamento reconoce a los adjudicatarios de esta subvención como innovadores en la promoción de la práctica Representante Estatal Frank A. Morán profesional. La Escuela Técnica Superior de Lawrence es una de seis ganadores de este premio de subvención de un grupo de solicitantes de más de sesenta. La concesión de subvenciones varían entre $29,040 y $35,000. GLTS Awarded grant for Professional Practice and Innovation The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced that a Professional Practice Innovation Grant has been awarded to Greater Lawrence Technical School in the amount of $31,936. The purpose of this Race-to-the-Top funded grant program is to support schools and districts committed to advancing professional practice by integrating implementation of two of the state's highest priority projects. These projects include the new educator evaluation system and the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework. “With this new approach to integrating the new evaluation system into the revised Curriculum Framework, the Greater Lawrence Technical School will find more success in both initiatives,” said Representative Frank A. Moran (D-Lawrence). “In addition our educators will experience greater coherence between high quality instruction and evaluation.” The Department regards awardees of this grant as innovators in advancing professional practice. The Greater Lawrence Technical School is one of just six recipients of this grant award out of an applicant pool of over sixty. Grant awards range from $29,040 - $35,000. Family & Youth Initiative y el Centro de Recursos para las Familias celebraron una exitosa fiesta de Navidad para las familias en nuestra comunidad. Este año recibieron donaciones de familias que viven a más de 30 millas de la Ciudad de Lawrence, incluyendo a las familias en las comunidades de Concord, MA, Florida, Vermont e Illinois (otras comunidades de Massachusetts también participaron). Dan y Sally Riley se asociaron con Carmen Schumann, directora de Iniciativas para Jóvenes y Familias en Lawrence, y el personal. Llevaron a cabo una recaudación de fondos en su casa para beneficiar a las familias y niños de la Comunidad de Lawrence que están recibiendo apoyo desde el sitio. Estas familias han ayudado a crear conciencia entre otras comunidades de afuera ayudando en última instancia, a las familias en la comunidad que sirven. Su visión es "Para crear la propiedad comunitaria, la esperanza, la autodeterminación y el orgullo de los niños y las familias estando seguros gracias a la colaboración y la responsabilidad mutua. Vamos a lograr esto a través de la promoción del empoderamiento y la participación de los miembros de la comunidad que buscan apoyo y orientación entre uno y otro y las agencias que forman parte de PATCH." El programa forma parte de la Coalición Comunitaria de Lawrence y Methuen (LMCC) y tiene su enfoque en programas de apoyo a la familia. El Community Group Inc. actúa como agente fiscal para el LMCC y sus programas. El evento se celebró el viernes, 20 de diciembre 2013, en colaboración con María Vargas, directora del Centro de Recursos Familiares (FRC). Esta fiesta fue abierta a las familias que han tomado parte en al menos uno de los talleres, grupos de apoyo para padres y otros programas educativos que nuestros sitios ofrecen. Con esto dicho, debido a la cantidad de familias en asistencia, un sorteo se llevó a cabo para seleccionar asistir a las familias. Cada familia recibió una bolsa de regalo que incluía juguetes donados según la edad y el género. Las familias también tuvieron la oportunidad de tomar un refrigerio y conocer a otras familias de la comunidad durante esta gran celebración navideña. Family & Youth Initiative and Family Resource Center (FRC) Christmas Celebration 2013 The Lawrence Families and Youth Initiative and The Family Resource Center held a successful Christmas party for families in our community. This year they received donations from families that live more than 30 miles from the City of Lawrence; including families in the communities of Concord Mass, Florida, Vermont and Illinois (other Mass communities also participated). Dan and Sally Riley partnered with Carmen Schumann, Director of Family Youth Initiative in Lawrence, and staff. They held a fundraiser in their home to benefit families/children of the Lawrence Community who are receiving supports from the site. These families have helped raise awareness among other outside communities ultimately helping the families in the community they serve. Their vision statement is “To create community ownership, hope, selfdetermination and pride where children and families are safe through collaboration and mutual responsibility. We will achieve this through promoting empowerment and involvement of community members who seek support and guidance from each other and PATCH agencies”. The program is part of the Lawrence/Methuen Community Coalition (LMCC) and has its focus on family support programming. The Community Group Inc. acts as the fiscal agent for the LMCC and its programs. The event was held on Friday, December 20th, 2013 in partnership with Maria Vargas, Family Resource Center (FRC) Director. This festivity was open to families who have taken part of at least one of the workshops, parent support groups and other educational programs our sites offer. With this said, due to the amount of families served, a lottery took place to select attending families. Each family received a gift bag which included donated toys according to age and gender. Families also had the opportunity to have refreshments and get to know other families in the community during this big holiday celebration. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 27 Santa Distributes Donated Gifts to 650 Members of Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence More than 650 members of the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence cheered as Santa Claus distributed donated toys and gift cards at the annual holiday party on December 20. Groups of longtime volunteers served the holiday dinner, which was donated by the 99 Restaurants of Andover and North Andover. North Andover Historical Society recibe subvención para tecnología About the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence provides a safe, after-school place for more than 3,200 youth (ages 7 to 18) to come for hot meals, homework assistance, fitness and nutrition programs, college and career planning, and lasting personal relationships. The club offers critical programs that focus on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and community involvement at two locations: the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence at 136 Water St., and the Beacon Boys & Girls Club at 71 Duckett Ave. For more information, call Director of Development Dennis McCarthy at (978) 683-2747, ext. 118 or visit www.lawrencebgc.com. www.rumbonews.com ¡La Fundación Big Brother Big Sister necesita tu ayuda! Si tienes ropa usada y pequeños artículos del hogar que ya no usas, dónalos para quienes si los necesitan. Llegaremos a tu puerta para recibir lo que puedas entregar. Para programar una cita, llama al 1.800.483.5503 o visítanos en nuestra página web en internet: www.bbbsfoundation.org. Lo que nos entregues ayudará a los niños locales que participan en nuestro programa de tutoría. Debes saber que tu donación es deducible de impuestos. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo! La Sociedad Histórica de North Andover ha sido galardonada con una beca de $1000 del Fondo de la Familia Webster, parte de la Fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Essex (ECCF). La Sociedad Histórica de North Andover utilizará los fondos de la subvención para ayudar a financiar la tecnología necesaria para crear programación de multimedia pública en su espacio como Espacio Comunitario recientemente designado. Cuando se haya completado, este espacio ofrecerá una variedad de historias digitales para sus visitantes, basadas en el rico archivo histórico local de fotos y fuentes primarias de la Sociedad. El Fondo de la Familia Webster se formó en el 2005 cuando D.K. Webster Family Foundation transfirió sus activos en un campo de fondo de interés en Essex County Community Foundation. Esta Fundación Comunitaria apoya proyectos de capital a organizaciones sin fines de lucro que sirven a la comunidad de Greater Lawrence. La Fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Essex es un convocante, maestro, otorgante y gestor de inversiones de los donantes y las organizaciones no lucrativas del Condado de Essex. En conjunto, la Fundación y su comunidad de filántropos plantean fondos de caridad sin fines de lucro y los activos, dan subvenciones efectivas y consejería estratégica, y enseña a los líderes de agencias no lucrativas habilidades para mejorar sus prácticas. Obtenga más información en www.eccf.org. North Andover Historical Society receives grant for technology The North Andover Historical Society has been awarded a $1000 grant from the Webster Family Fund, a fund of the Essex County Community Foundation (ECCF). The North Andover Historical Society will use the grant funds to help fund the technology necessary to create multimedia public programming in their newly designated Community Engagement space. When completed, the Community Engagement space will offer a variety of digital histories to their visitors, based on the Society's rich archive of local historic photos and primary sources. The Webster Family Fund was formed in 2005 when the D.K. Webster Family Foundation transferred its assets into a field of interest fund at the Essex County Community Foundation. The Fund supports capital projects at nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Lawrence community. The Essex County Community Foundation is a convener, teacher, grantor and investment manager for Essex County’s donors and nonprofits. Together, the Foundation and its community of philanthropists raise charitable funds and nonprofit assets, give effective grants and strategic counsel, and teach nonprofit leaders management skills, best practices and economies of scale. Learn more at www.eccf.org. 28 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com CALENDARIO | cALENDAR OF EVENTS Cosas de Familias en la Biblioteca Pública de Nashua Las familias son bienvenidas en la Biblioteca Pública de Nashua. Reúnanse con nosotros para estas actividades divertidas y educativas. Cuentos Narrados y Show de Títeres Primeros Compradores de Casa El Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership se complace en anunciar que estamos ofreciendo en Lowell el Proyecto Génesis, Seminarios para Primeros Compradores de casa. Las clases se llevarán a cabo en el 67 de la Calle Middle (Edificio Pollard Exchange) en Lowell. Las próximas clases serán enero 7, 8, 14 y 15 de 6:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. Otra serie comenzará el 28 de enero, 2014. Lunes, martes y miércoles a las 10:00 am, jueves a las 7:00 pm, y domingos a las 2:00 pm (no domingos en el verano). Los cuentos narrados y el show de los títeres se presentan continuamente y no se requiere registración. Narración de Cuentos Para Bebés A través de cuentos y música, aprende a cómo desarrollar el lenguaje de tu bebé y a cómo leerle en voz alta para desarrollar sus habilidades de la pre-lectura. Los bebés y sus cuidadoras son bienvenidos a compartir con nosotros los jueves a las 9 am y 10 am para edades de 13 a 24 meses y jueves a las 11 am y 12 del mediodía para recién nacidos hasta los 12 meses. No se requiere registración ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Ayuda de Tareas En Línea En vivo, en línea (conectado en Internet), tutores hispano hablantes para ayudar a los estudiantes con sus tareas o asignaciones de matemáticas, ciencia y estudios sociales. Una tarjeta de la biblioteca es necesaria. www.nashualibrary.org/homework.htm Serie de Películas para La Familia Las películas familiares son presentadas los sábados a las 2 pm en el NPL Theater, octubre—mayo. Niños de 6 y menores deben ser acompañados por un adulto. Patrocinados por Los Amigos. Llame a la biblioteca a la línea de películas al (603) 589-4646 para los títulos de las películas. No se permite ni comida ni bebidas en el teatro. Gratis; no se requiere una tarjeta de la biblioteca. Cualquiera puede usar nuestros materiales sin costo alguno (gratis) mientras visita la biblioteca, pero necesita una tarjeta de la biblioteca para sacar prestado estos materiales, poder llevarlos a casa y además usar ciertos espacios en la página web de la biblioteca desde sus casas. Una tarjeta de la biblioteca es una credencial o identificación, la cual es completamente gratis para todas aquellas personas que viven, que trabajan, que son dueños de locales o edificios, que asisten a la escuela o que están jubilados o retirados de sus trabajos en Nashua. Las esposas e hijos de trabajadores (o trabajadores retirados) o dueños de locales o edificios en Nashua son también elegibles para obtener una tarjeta de la biblioteca gratis. ¡Venga a la biblioteca y obtenga su tarjeta de la biblioteca gratis hoy! Horario de la Biblioteca El costo es $100 por familia e incluye todos los materiales. Lunes–jueves: 9 am–9 pm; Viernes y sábado: 9 am–5:30 pm; Domingo: 1 pm–5 pm (cuando esté abierta) Visite www.nashualibrary.org para actualizar la información acerca de domingos abiertos. Se requiere asistir a las dos clases para recibir el certificado del Proyecto Génesis. Temas Incluyen El Proceso de Comprar una Casa Guía de Hipoteca del Banco Aspectos Legales Inspección de La Casa Programas de Asistencia para el Depósito Información de Crédito Se necesitan voluntarios para jugar con niños que viven en refugios Horizons for Homeless Children busca personas serias, bilingües en inglés y español para jugar con niños que viven en refugios para familias sin hogar. Se requiere un compromiso de 2 horas a la semana (un turno semanal) por 6 meses. Para más información o para inscribirse en línea, favor de visitar el sitio www. horizonsforhomelesschildren.org o llame al 978.557.2182. Es una experiencia muy agradable que beneficia a los niños y también a todas las personas que se envuelven en el programa. Llame a nuestra oficina al 978-459-8490 para registrarse. www.mvhp.org. First Time Home Buyers The Merrimack Valley Housing Partnership is pleased to announce that we are offering the Project Genesis Home Buyer Training Seminars in Lowell. Necesitan choferes para transportar ancianos Classes will be held at 67 Middle Street (Pollard Exchange Building), Lowell. The next series will be held on January 7, 8, 14 and 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Another series will begin on January 28, 2014. Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Lawrence, una coalición de comunidades de fe, agencies de servicio social y organizaciones de salud, está buscando voluntarios para llevar a ancianos a citas al médico y otras citas de calidad de vida a través del Programa de Friends in Deed de Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley. The fee is $100.00 per household which includes all materials. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. Si usted puede, aunque sea ocasionalmente, por favor, llame a Jerry Proulx, reclutador de voluntarios, al 1-800-892-0890 ext. 463 (y mencione Interfaith Caregivers.) Topics include Overview of the Home Buying Process Bank Mortgage Guidelines Legal Aspects Home Inspections Down Payment Assistance Programs Information on Credit Please call the office at 978-459-8490 to register www.mvhp.org Thank you. Un Mundo de Información En Tu Biblioteca Members: $10.00 Non-Members $20.00 Gracias de parte de Interfaith Caregivers y los muchos ancianos que necesitan de los servicios de choferes voluntarios para poder permanecer independientes en su propio hogar. january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: Rumbo :. 29 CALENDARIO | cALENDAR OF EVENTS NEWS NASHUA, NH NASHUA PUBLIC LIBRARY 2 COURT STREET For directions and information on parking go to: www.nashualibrary.org/ directions.htm Phone 603-589-4610 Fax: 603-594-3457 OPEN STORYTIMES AND PUPPET SHOWS Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10a.m. Thursdays at 7 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Open Storytimes & Puppet Shows run continuously, and no registration is required. BABIES AND BOOKS STORYTIME Through stories and music, learn how to read aloud and develop your baby’s language and pre-reading skills. Babies and their caregivers are welcome to join us. Thursdays: 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. ages: 13 to 24 months; 11 a. m. and 12 noon ages: birth to 12 months. No registration required. For more information call the Children’s Room at (603) 589-4631. Activities for Teens at Nashua Public Library In addition to books, movies, manga, graphic novels, and computers, the Nashua Public Library offers plenty of programs after school for teens in grades 6 through 12. Go to tinyurl.com/nplteen and start signing up! tropical rain forest to arctic conditions, up 7 p.m. Beaudry, who traveled 9,623 miles the tallest mountain in Africa. around the world on a bicycle in 121 days, will share stories and photos of cultures, Christoph, who also photographs birds of geography, biking, and inspiration. Central and Eastern Massachusetts, has published his images in magazines and A personal trainer, Beaudry has also biked won awards in the Central Massachusetts the Alaska Highway from Fairbanks to Invitational Annual Multiscreen Seattle, and through the Pyrenees Mountains Competition, the New England Camera on a portion of the Tour de France route. Club Council Nature Competition, the Greater Lynn International, and the highly The event is part of the library’s “Exotic Destinations” series, held every Thursday regarded Glennie Nature Salon. night in January. It is free and open to the The event is part of the library’s “Exotic public. Registration is not required. Destinations” series, held every Thursday night in January. It is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. Machu Picchu Program at the Nashua Public Library "Next Great Read" Features • Outreach & Community Services On Thursday, January 16, at 7 p.m., take Book Reviews by Nashua Library Coordinator Carol Eyman will recommend a virtual tour with Bryan and Linda Higgs mainstream, historical, and literary fiction. to the ancient world of the Incas high in Staff This fall, the Nashua Public Library is introducing “Next Great Read,” online book (and occasionally movie) reviews by library staff: • Library Director Jen Hinderer will write about mysteries, historical fiction, and audiobooks. • Supervisor of Teen Services Sophie Smith will recommend nonfiction, as well as fiction that’s written for teens but appeals to adults, too (think: “Marcelo in the Real World,” “The Book Thief”). • Supervisor of Circulation Loren Rosson will write about fantasy and horror and occasionally about films. Artists’ Association Exhibits at Nashua Library Blind Hiker Speaks on Reaching Your Peak Potential Randy Pierce was a recent college graduate when a devastating neurological disease left him blind and uncertain of his future. He used adversity as a catalyst for growth and went on to earn his second-degree black belt, hike New Hampshire’s 48 rugged 4000-foot peaks, and get inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. the Peruvian Andes. Tour Peru's beautiful Sacred Valley with its fascinating history, and view local craft-making such as pottery and weaving. Visit Machu Picchu, the Come hear his inspiring story at the Nashua mysterious "Lost City of the Incas," and Public Library on Thursday, January 2, at 7 p.m. when he presents “Reaching Our Peak Cusco, their ancient capital. Potential.” Pierce has appeared on multiple Through still photos, video, local music, national television shows, most notably history, and a little humor, the Higgs will “Rosie O’Donnell,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” share their experiences traveling back in and “The Best Damn Sports Show Period.” When you’re looking for a book recommendation, you’ve probably learned over time to go to people who share your tastes. The library hopes you’ll come to know, among these four reviewers, who enjoys the same types of books you do. The reviewers also hope you’ll give them feedback, either by commenting on posts or by seeking them out when you visit the time to view the remains of structures library. created by this society that disappeared Take a look at “Next Great Read” at with no written record. www.nashualibrary.org/nextgreatread, where you can subscribe via your RSS The event, to be held at the Nashua Public Library, is part of the “Exotic Destinations” feeds or by email. series, held every Thursday night in January. those who have other computer questions— It is free and open to the public. Registration whether it’s how to create a Facebook is not required. The event is part of the library’s “Exotic Destinations” series, held every Thursday night in January. It is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. The library is located at 2 Court Street, Nashua. For directions and parking information go to www.nashualibrary.org/ directions.htm. For other information contact account, how to download an e-book, or other Carol at carol.eyman@nashualibrary.org or topics—can drop in for one-on-one help on Biking Around the World Meet cyclist Denis Beaudry at the Nashua (603) 589-4610. Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Public Library on Thursday, January 9, at Works by members of the Nashua Area Artists’ Association will be on display in the Nashua Public Library’s Image Gallery in January and February. Included in the exhibit are oils, acrylics, pastels, More details, including the current month’s class schedule, are available at www. watercolors, photographs, and digital art. nashualibrary.org/ComputerClasses.htm.To Among the artists exhibiting are Laura register, call (603) 589-4611. All classes Barry, Jacqueline Barry, Sandra Peters, are free and open to the public. They are Audrey Augun, William Turner, Albine held in the library’s computer training Vermot-Gaud, Jill Mudge, Zee Salomon, lab, downstairs in the Music/Art/Media Margaret Garneau, Audra Saunders, Department. Douglas Huntley, Mary Crump, Andrea Waxler, Trevor Ward, Eleanor Delle Chiaie, More Than a Woodlot: Getting the Kyle Massie, Marilene Sawaf, Chris Bower, Most from Your Family Forest Jayson Gleneck, and Oli Smith. The exhibit Meet Stephen Long, author of “More Than can be viewed during regular library hours. a Woodlot: Getting the Most from Your A reception for the artists will be held on Family Forest,” at the Nashua Public Library Wednesday, January 8, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 on Wednesday, January 15, at 7 p.m. p.m. It is free and open to the public. Long, who is also the founder of Northern Free Computer Workshops @ Woodlands Magazine, will explain how to take a more ecological approach to managing Your Library The Nashua Public Library offers a number your land, whether you own a few acres or of free computer classes for adults. These an entire forest. You’ll find out how to log one-time workshops can be repeated for responsibly, improve habitat for songbirds additional practice if desired. Among the and other wildlife, and increase biodiversity. Copies of the author’s book will be course offerings are available for sale and signing. The library is presenting the program in partnership • Computer Basics with the Nashaway Chapter of the Audubon • Internet Society. It is free and open to the public. • Word 2010 • Advanced Word 2010 Kilimanjaro: Journey to the Roof • PowerPoint 2010 of Africa • Excel 2010 Wildlife and adventure photographer Peter • Advanced Excel 2010 Christoph recently climbed to the 19,340• Access 2010 foot summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Join him • Genealogy at the Nashua Public Library on Thursday, • Online Job Searching January 23, at 7 p.m. for a photographic The above classes require registration, but journey through five climate zones, from 30 .: Rumbo :. AÑO 18 • LAwrence, MA • Edición 424 • enero 1, 2014 read rumbo online! rumbonews.com ADOPT A PET MSPCA-METHUEN & RUMBO COOPERATIVE EDUCATION COLUMN STRIPES Stripes is an 8 year old leopard gecko. He is a sweet little guy. His owner went off to college and did not have time for him. Leopard Geckos can live from into their teens to mid twenties, so Stripes is a long term commitment. He needs special care such as a heat lamp and his food of choice is live crickets. Stripes is currently in foster with one of our volunteers, so if you are interested in him, please contact staff first before coming in. ACHROMATIC Gentle, sweet Achromatic was found on the Nevins Farm property and brought indoors before the winter weather set in. His initial shyness doesn't last long. He is affectionate with people he knows and he will lean into your hand for head rubs. In fact, he really enjoys being petted all over, even on his belly! Achromatic has been around dogs at the adoption center and he was not bothered by them at all. He just ignored them, so he could easily live with a friendly, mellow dog. He might be ok with other cats given a slow introduction. He would do well in a home with teens, but he would likely hide from younger, noisy children. It may take him a little time to feel safe and secure in his new home, so patience is required while he gets to know you. Achromatic is about 4 years old. He has adapted very well to being an indoor cat. It is recommended that he remain an indoor only cat, to dissuade him from getting into a similar situation where he wanders away from the safety of his home. PHIL, WILLIE, SI AND JASE We have our own Duck Dynasty here at Nevins Farm. This group of big Pekin Brothers is fun-loving and comical. Even though there are several other ducks here, this group still likes to explore and quack up a storm! We would love to send all 4 home together but we could be adopt them out in pairs. Groups of male ducks can have it's benefits. Drakes are quieter than the females and if you are not interested in searching for eggs (don't want any surprise hatchings), an all male flock would be a good idea. Ducks are great foragers and will gladly eat insects and small pests. They also will provide plenty of viewing fun with their antics around the pool. LOKI High energy Loki is a handsome boy! He is only 3 years old and wants to play and run all day. When he is ready to relax, the nearest adult lap is where he will be. Loki was a stray and most of his past is unknown. A kind family brought him home for a little while. As it turns out, Loki would rather live with adults than children. He can play rough and doesn't have enough boundaries to be with little ones. He would need a cat savvy family so he can be himself and show you his purrsonality. Head scratches are his favorite time of day. A slow introduction would be needed with cats in your family. Loki would prefer not to live with dogs. He was an indoor/outdoor kitty and can be again in a safe neighborhood. Loki would love a family to call his own. He enjoys being warm and having warm food available. Come see Loki and maybe he will be the match for you. ABOUT COCO 4 year old Coco lost his home because they could no longer afford to keep her and she also needed more room to run and play than his previous owners could provide. Her ideal home would be with an owner or family who isn't away from the house for long hours and is able to spend quality time training to help her work on any behavior issues. Though Coco loves other dogs, she might be happier as your only child because she hasn't quite learned how to share! She has been great around kids and cats, weighs in at about 54 lbs and though she's crate trained she has escaped from the crate on several occasions in her previous home. If you're looking to add a lab to your family circle, come meet Coco, she has kept the sweetest puppy face and eyes (even at 4 years old!). Be sure to talk with the staff about her previous medical issues. See you soon! New Year’s Resolutions for Pets As 2014 begins, doctors from BluePearl Veterinary Partners are encouraging pet parents to keep some New Year’s resolutions in mind for their pets, as well as themselves. in shape. The life expectancy of a pet can be significantly increased if they live a healthy and active life. • Make sure you maintain regular visits with your family veterinarian. Pets age “While providing remarkable care for pets much faster than people, so doctors from is what we do best, preventing injuries or BluePearl recommend taking your pet to disease is by far the most remarkable care, your veterinarian twice a year. and that’s something any pet parent can provide,” said Dr. Jennifer Welser, chief • Consider obtaining a pet insurance medical officer of BluePearl. “Make your policy to assist with funding in the event pet a part of your New Year’s resolutions of a veterinary emergency. Companies like and have a safe and happy new year.” Trupanion offer pet health insurance. That can mean the difference between being able • Consider quitting smoking for yourself to save your furry friend or having to make and your pet. Second hand smoke isn’t only the difficult decision to put him or her to harmful to people. It is also harmful to pets. sleep. Knock the habit to help keep yourself and your furry friend alive longer. • Start an emergency fund. Setting aside $20 to $40 per paycheck can be a perfect • Exercise with your pet. Exercising for way to save for emergency care. both people and pets is a great way to stay One of three MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Centers statewide, the MSPCA at Nevins Farm in Methuen cared for more than 7,000 animals last year. The MSPCA does not receive state or federal funding and continues its work based solely on the generosity of its supporters. The Noble Family Animal Care & Adoption Center at Nevins Farm is located at 400 Broadway, Rte. 28 in Methuen and is open to the public from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays; 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Wednesdays & Fridays; 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. To contact the MSPCA at Nevins Farm regarding adoptions and programs please call (978) 687-7453 x. 6101 or on the Web at: www.mspca.org/ nevins. SAVE LIVES: get your pet spayed or neutered Reduced SNAP fees are made possible through generous donations of time and resources by participating veterinarians who believe in the Members: $10.00 Non-Members $20.00 january 1, 2014 • Edition 424 • Lawrence, MA • AÑO 18 .: True Photo Studio NEW OFFICE LOCATION By Dario Arias Bodas Bautismos Cumpleaños Modelos Fotos Familiares Fotos para Pasaportes 406 Essex Street Lawrence, MA 01840 Rumbo :. 31 33 Franklin Street Suite A Lawrence, MA 01841 DETECTIVE PRIVADO Y ALGUACIL Harry Maldonado DETECTIVE New Office Number!: 978-688-0351 FAX: (978) 688-4027 Tel. (978) 975-3656 Marcos A. Devers J., P.E. 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