`Melting pot` - The Register
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`Melting pot` - The Register
The Reg ster Local news. Local stories. Local advertisers. Vol 73 • No 3 • Wednesday, March 30, 2016 ‘Melting pot’ adds 260 new ingredients Ludlow welcomes new U.S. citizens at naturalization ceremony By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer L ast Friday was an especially “good” one for 260 new U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony in Ludlow. “You are all the ingredients that help make this soup, this ‘melting pot’ taste good,” Luis “Lou” Chaves, field office director from the Lawrence Field Office of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, shared to a full Ludlow High School auditorium last week. At the ceremony, 260 citizenship candidates originating from Albania, Angola, Argentina, Belarus, Bhutan, Brazil, Burma, Canada, Chile, People's Republic By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer event, to take place on Saturday, April 9 at The Log Cabin in Holyoke. “I enjoyed painting as a girl at my home in Germany…my grandmother helped me when I was young,” said Memories in the Making participant Margaret LUDLOW – Despite three contested races, Town Clerk Laurie Gibbons said voter turnout for Monday’s Town Election was low. Of Ludlow’s 13,255 registered voters, only 1,565 came out to cast their ballot. “I would have thought more people than 12 percent of voters would have come out,” she said. “I’m a little disappointed.” For the Board of Selectmen race, Incumbent Brian Mannix will be returning to his seat for another three years having received 576 votes. “We have accomplished a great deal during my term, and I am proud of my public record, however; there is still more work to be done. The issue of sensible land development is something our town will continue to face, and I wish to be involved in that dialog,” Mannix said in a statement earlier this month. “As promised, I have Please see ALZHEIMER’S, Page 6 Please see ELECTION RESULTS, Page 11 Carmina Fernandes, chairwoman of the Select Board, stands with new U.S. citizen and resident of Ludlow, Rosangela Pereira following a reported first-ever naturalization ceremony in town last Friday. Artists brush away Alzheimer’s By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer LUDLOW – Every year, Keystone Commons’ residents participate in “Memories in the Making,” a fine arts program for individuals with Alzheimer’s. This year, program participants made artwork to be auctioned at an Alzheimer’s Association fundrais- er, Painting the Faces on Alzheimer’s. “Memories in the Making is bringing the creative arts into eldercare facilities. It is not your typical painting class where it is important to learn a technique or skill and it’s not a cookie-cutter arts and crafts project where everyone’s project comes out the same,” said Keystone Commons and Baird ‘Unifies Against Bullying’ By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer LUDLOW – Baird Middle School guidance counselor Mitchell Knowles has secured a $1,000 grant to fund a new initiative for sixth graders to help beat bullying in town. Knowles received a Unify Against Bullying grant, given to local students and educators for the first time this year. Unify Against Bullying is a newly established nonprofit distributing grants to adults and children who want to bring an end to bullying. The funds were raised by an annual fashion show hosted by Robert Charles Photography. Knowles is developing a prosocial program to help prevent bullying in the school and in New, familiar faces top election results Only 12% of voters turn out at the polls TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW Please see MELTING POT, Page 7 FREE Ludlow’s community. “Our guidance department is in year two of a three-year plan to implement a school-wide developmental guidance curriculum to our middle school students. Last year we facilitated a career development workshop to our grade 8 students,” said Knowles. “This year we provided coping skills education to our grade 7 students. Next year we’re planning to implement a pro-social education that will help prevent bullying behavior in our school and in our community.” While planning for a new prosocial, anti-bullying curriculum in its early stages, it has been determined that the grant funding will be utilized to purchase educational materials for the program. The Please see BULLYING, Page 10 Keystone Woods programming specialist Amy Creasia. Keystone Commons has participated in Memories in the Making for years, holding an in-house art show of its own for residents and community members to enjoy. After the art show, held in January this year, much of the artwork was put aside to be auctioned in the Painting the Faces on Alzheimer’s ‘Sue’s Crew’ to host Relay for Life benefit By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO Sue Pease spent close to three decades educating at Chapin Street Elementary School. Shortly after her retirement, she succumbed to a harrowing battle with cancer. LUDLOW – This past December, the Chapin Street Elementary School community lost a former beloved leader, Sue Pease, to a prolonged battle with cancer. Faculty and staff are now banding together to form “Sue’s Crew,” a Relay for Life team named in her memory. “At the beginning of this year, we had planned to have a Relay for Life team in honor of Sue. Unfortunately after her passing, we are doing it in memory of her,” said Chapin Street Elementary School paraprofessional Lynn McCready. “I think Relay for Life touches a nerve for a lot of people and it’s something they feel very compassionate about. Especially when we’re doing it in Sue’s name.” Pease passed away just six Please see SUES CREW, Page 19 Page 2 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Supporter ‘Trumped’ by sign-stealer By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer LUDLOW – In backing Donald Trump’s “Making America Great Again” campaign, Kenneth Alves decided to stake his support for the presidential candidate from the comfort of his Norwich Road home with a sign. What he didn’t expect, however, was to be “trumped” by a thief. When he returned home from work one day to discover all that was left of the vinyl sign was the metal stand that held it up, he assumed that it was merely the weather. “I didn’t think too much about it…I figured it was just the wind,” he said. “I picked up another one after attending a [Trump] rally.” This time, Alves opted to nail his new sign to a tree. This time, the sign stayed in place for about three days. “It was just gone. It was nailed…someone clearly had taken it,” he said. “Someone came on to my property and took something that I purchased…that’s not funny.” And though the act may seem harmless to some – possibly a “win” for those opposing the Republican – according to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 266, section 126A, it’s not only not a joke, it’s a crime. As stated in the law: whoever intentionally, willfully, and maliciously…defaces or destroys the real or personal property of TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW Kenneth Alves stands behind [Donald] Trump (and his homemade sign) in front of his Norwich Road home. another – such as a sign – shall be punished by imprisonment in a state prison for a term of not more than three years by imprisonment in a house of correction for not more than two years or by a fine of not more than $2,500 or not more than three times the value of the property defaced or destroyed. “It is a crime,” explained Ludlow Police Lt. Michael Brennan. “For anyone looking to commit an act like this, you can kiss goodbye any chance of a pistol permit, an FID, or even passing a regular background check with jobs. It’s not worth it, so don’t do it.” What’s more, if someone is convicted for such a crime, an individual could also temporarily lose his or her driver’s license. “There are much better ways to engage in political processes,” said Brennan. “Write a ‘Letter to the Editor’ in The Register, put up your own sign, but don’t steal someone else’s. You aren’t convincing anyone contrary to your cause.” In the meantime, Alves has continued his cause and put up a handmade sign at his front steps of his home. He also noted that the act is very much a violation of his First Amendment rights. “I’m not about to put up a barbed wire fence or anything to protect my First Amendment rights,” he said, noting that he had already purchased signs four and five to increase his display of support. “And as part of those rights, someone has just as much of a right as I do to hang their own signs, supporting whomever they support. If I have that right, then others have that right as well.” The First Amendment guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition. It guarantees freedom of expression by prohibiting Congress from restricting the press or the rights of individuals to speak freely. DID YOU GET AN ESTIMATE FROM MARK IN 2015? Call & Schedule Your Job by May 1st & TAKE 5% OFF! Superior Model 600 1½" wide Roll up Aluminum Awnings Superior Model 900 2½" wide Aluminum Door Canopy REPAIR IS OUR SPECIALTY! 99% OF ALL Awnings & Canopies Can Be Repaired! FREE Estimates! RAILINGS, AWNINGS & MORE CO. Over 35 Years Experience 413.526.5477 • 180 Shaker Road • East Longmeadow, MA You can find the Ludlow Register on facebook. Log on today for local news updates and share your news and stories with us! March 30, 2016 • Saunders reflects on Select Board service By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer LUDLOW – After eight years of service on the town of Ludlow’s Select Board, Aaron Saunders announced that he would not seek a fourth term. As this year’s election has come to a conclusion, he recently reflected on his time with the town committee. “It’s been an honor to represent my hometown for the last eight years,” said Saunders. “I’ve spent half of my adult life on this board.” Having started his service on the board at 27, Saunders, now 35, said he’s embarking on a new chapter in his life. This fall, he will be getting married. “I’ve had a Aaron Saunders good run,” he said. “The board has a tendency of taking over…if you do it right, and I think that combined with some of the bigger changes, makes it more difficult to give the amount of time I think this community deserves. I think there’s an awful lot I want to continue to work on, but I didn’t want to find myself less dedicated to this position I’ve undertaken for so long.” Throughout his service, Saunders shared some of the highlights he takes a lot of pride in helping to achieve as a board, including expanding public access at the Ludlow Reservoir and the mills revitalization project. Another other area of pride was air conditioning and repairing the roof at Exit 7 Players. “I am honored to have been a part of projects big and small,” he said. “The town has played an important role in facilitating the renovation and renewal of the mills area. It has already paid off with Health South, and Iron Duke, and will continue to for decades to come. As for the reservoir, it is rewarding to drive by and see the cars and know we have improved the quality of life for those who enjoy going to the reservoir to ‘take a good walk’.” He also tipped his hat to fellow board members for sharing in such civility as the conducted business. “I have had the opportunity to work with eight members who each brought their own expertise and perspective to the board. I am very proud of the civility that has defined the Ludlow Board of Selectmen during my tenure. The discourse and discussion could become impassioned at times, but I believe at the end of the day there was always a mutual respect for each other's opinion, disagreements never became personal, and we would return to the next meeting with a clean slate ready to work together.,” he said. “It has been a pleasure to work with the current Board over the last few years. Carmina Fernandes, Manny Silva, and Brian Mannix have brought with them points of view that have been a benefit to our town and often helped shape my own perspective on issues. With regard to the fifth member of our Board, in 2008 I was one of two new members, the other, Bill Rooney, has been my colleague since that time. I have had the pleasure of working with Bill on every issue, with every board – and we both survived.” More than the members on the board, Saunders shared that being able to meet residents from his hometown was a gift. “Ludlow is a great place for a lot of reasons, but in a very basic way, it is the people who make it great,” he said. “The people you get to me, you have the occasion to meet so many people from so many walks of life… there are many people who either individually or through civic, social, athletic, or religious organizations spend their time, effort, and energy helping to make our community a better place. I can only hope that I have been able to be one of those people who has worked to improve our community.” One area he admits having taken a lot of pride in was his work with the fire department. “Growing up, my father had MS, so I got to know the guys on the fire department as they visited us quite often, so it’s been a real honor to help appoint the leadership of that department,” he said, noting that during his time as a selectman, the entire leadership at the department had transitioned. “They’ll say, [firefighters] that they’re just doing their job, but to someone on the receiving end, like myself, it’s universally…it’s more than words can say.” Though there were some definite peaks, there was also some ebbs. Included in some of those harder times was in 2011, when many residents were without power or the recession. “The recession was extremely difficult – the decisions you don’t want to make – when you talk about layoffs…working in a small town, you know the people you’re talking about. As a young person, that’s very difficult,” he said. “ While on the board, he also ran for the seat on the First HampdenHampshire District state Senate seat formerly held by Gale Candaras, whom he was chief of staff for. Though he was not successful in his campaign, he continued his efforts on the town’s select board. Currently, Saunders works with a Boston-based company called Benchmark Strategies, which aids in international companies seek business opportunities. “With regard to advice for incoming members, I would only say that the new member(s) should continue the civility and cooperation we have enjoyed over the last eight years and that the board should keep the town moving forward,” The Register • Page 3 Library circulates some good times LUDLOW – Hubbard Memorial Library will be presenting a special “Tuck Me In” Storytime on Thursday, April 7 at 7 p.m. This storytime is recommended for ages 2 and up. Organizers request interested parties register for this program, as space is limited. The children’s department will also be hosting a free viewing of the movie: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” on Tuesday, April 5 at 5:30 p.m. This movie is rated PG-13. No registration is necessary. For more information, visit hubbardlibrary.org or call 413-583-3408, ext. 3. 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The ensemble will rehearse three times a week beginning the week of May 15, with the possibility of increasing to four rehearsals per week during summer vacation. Open auditions will be held at the Exit 7 Players Theatre, located at 37 Chestnut St. Open auditions will consist of a vocal audition and a dance audition (dress for movement). Actors should prepare 32 bars, memorized, of a song of their choice, and provide sheet music in the key they plan to sing in. Accompaniment will be provided; no singing to recorded tracks or a capella singing. With the audition, organizers suggest selecting a piece that best highlights their capabilities—it can be from the show, but does not have to be. Note from the director and music director: “Singing is acting.” In the open auditions particularly, they are more concerned with see- ing strong acting choices than we are in hearing vocal perfection. Callbacks will be held at the Union Church of Christ, located at 51 Center St. Callbacks will consist of readings from the play, and an additional vocal segment. Actors called back for the specific roles listed below should look at the corresponding pieces we will use in the callbacks: Belle: “A Change In Me” and “Home” Mrs. Potts: “Beauty and the Beast” Lumiere: “Be Our Guest” Maurice: “No Matter What” Gaston: “Me” Beast: “If I Can’t Love Her” Silly Girls: will be given coaching to sing harmonies Due to anticipated interest, actors are asked to register for an audition slot. Do this by writing the director at jflooddirector@gmail.com with the subject “Beauty and the Beast Audition Slot”, and indicate which of the three open auditions you are interested in. There will be 30 actors registered per open audition. Arrangements will be made for actors who contact the director after these slots are filled – anyone who wants to audition will be given the opportunity. Open auditions will be held on Saturday, April 2, 1:30 to 4 p.m.; Saturday, April 2, 4:30 to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, April 3, 5 to 8 p.m. Callbacks will be held on Thursday, April 7, beginning at 7p.m. Email the director, Jeffrey Flood, at jflooddirector@gmail.com with any further questions. Life Skills students thank soldiers for service By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer LUDLOW – When Jon Mitchell’s Life Skills students saw the Jan. 20 edition of this newspaper, they knew it posed a perfect opportunity to conduct one of their favorite activities: fundraising. To contribute to the Care Package Drive administered by the Ludlow Veterans Services office and the Ludlow VFW, Life Skills students – based out of Ludlow High School – held a bake sale, selling delicious homemade shortbread. With the $57 they raised, the students then shopped for items they wanted to send to soldiers serving an active duty stint in Kuwait. “It is probably very hard for Mrs. [Dianne] St. Peter to be away from her son [Matthew J. Hilario]. Doing this made me really happy because I know it is hard for the soldiers to be away from their families,” said Life Skills student Colyn Johnson. “And now they will have extra food and things they need.” Johnson and his classmates Lucas Balula, Jacob Koziol and Dominic Jessup utilized their $57 budget to purchase toothpaste, beef jerky, chocolate chip cookies and other snack items for the soldiers overseas. They also collected other items donated by faculty members and wrote personal letters to the soldiers to accompany the items. “We wanted to thank them for their service so we wrote them letters,” said Koziol. “I said ‘let freedom reign’ and ‘God bless you guys’,” added Johnson. Mitchell explained that his class is consistently involved in a variety of fundraising efforts throughout the year, because it excites the students and incorporates many of the curriculum elements that are most important. 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It’s also an opportunity for them to practice many of the things we talk about, like going to a grocery store to make purchases, working with a budget, cooking and measuring,” said Mitchell. “With something like this, buying items for the soldiers, or previously when we bought toys for kids around Christmastime, it also teaches them empathy and how to put other NOTICE people first.” Johnson and Koziol explained that they both hope they can carry out a fundraiser to benefit military members again next school year. Currently, the Life Skills students are turning their attention towards raising funds to pay for Special Olympics team t-shirts they hope to custom design in advance of competition in May at Northampton High School. “We’re really excited to raise money for our t-shirts,” said Koziol. ERRORS: Each advertiser is requested to check their advertisement the first time it appears. This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. Thank You Blessed Virgin for prayers answered. RB & CB WE WILL HELP YOU MOVE ONE ITEM, OR HELP YOU MOVE UP TO FOUR ROOMS! RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES MOVE WITHIN SAME RESIDENCE • APARTMENTS TO & FROM STORAGE UNITS • VACATION HOMES CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFO (413) 539-9319 MOVING ONLY WITHIN THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 5 Shooting toward equality Baird students win prizes in C-SPAN’s documentary competition By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer LUDLOW – Baird Middle School eighth graders Sedona Wikar and James Elliott are among just 332 award winners across the country in C-SPAN’s national 2016 StudentCam competition. The two students were named Honorable Mention recipients for heart-wrenching documentaries they produced on social issues, inspired by personal experiences. For this year’s competition, students were asked to address the theme “Road to the White House: what’s the issue you most want candidates to discuss during the 2016 presidential campaign?” Wikar’s documentary, “Veterans Services,” and Elliott’s documentary, “LGBT Rights: Stop the Discrimination,” were standouts among a record 2,887 video submissions from almost 6,000 students in 45 states and Washington, D.C. “These two videos are exceptional in the way that they tell a story,” said Baird library media specialist Jordan Funke. “The order of facts, with emotional appeal and personal experience really made them stand out. They also had a lot of visual polish…it was clear that they [Wikar and Elliott] spent extra time to make everything look nice.” Wikar’s video featured interviews with Ludlow Director of Veterans Services Eric Segundo, Commander of VFW Post 3236 Christine B. Bassett and state Sen. Eric Lesser, D-Longmeadow. “I also tried to incorporate statistics that would really pull at the heart. I included statistics on veterans committing suicide each day because they don’t receive the proper benefits that they were promised,” said Wikar. Public basketball court now open LUDLOW – The public basketball court, located at 534 Center St. in Ludlow, in front of Steve J. McDaniel’s Dental Practice is open for the season for play daily until 10 p.m. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY TYLER W. LEAHY Baird Middle School eighth grader Sedona Wikar received an Honorable Mention in C-SPAN’s national 2016 StudentCam competition for her documentary entitled “Veterans Services.” Wikar explained that she met Bassett and Lesser previously when receiving an award for the Patriots’ Pen essay competition. She said her grandfathers, whom both served in the military and did not receive adequate services upon completion, inspired her topic. “Through this project, I learned that the issue is much greater than I thought it was. Something needs to be done. People are dying because they don’t receive benefits when they come home,” said Wikar. A familial connection also inspired Elliott’s work. “I have a lot of family members and close family friends who have been discriminated against for their sexuality, so it’s always been a part of my life to not discriminate against them. It’s just who they love. They can’t change that,” said Elliott. He explained that the familial connection made his message more sincere. After doing internet research, he ultimately decided to interview Western Massachusetts Baird Middle School eighth grader James Elliott’s documentary, “LGBT Rights: Stop the Discrimination,” won an Honorable Mention in C-SPAN’s national 2016 StudentCam competition. Coordinator for the American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts Vira Cage and Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey. “Going into this project, I knew it [LGBT rights] was an important issue, but I didn’t realize things were as bad as they are. It seems to be a lot like the civil rights movement – it’s kind of that widespread,” said Elliott. Over 100 Baird students participated in the C-SPAN competition, with the option to work in groups to produce documentaries 5 to 7 minutes in length, or work alone. Elliott and Wikar both solo-produced their videos. “I was very excited to receive the award because all of my hard work paid off,” said Elliott. Both Elliott and Wikar expressed that they found it gratifying to work on their projects by themselves – developing questions, filming interviews and amalgamating C-SPAN news clips, statistics, photographs and other visuals. Elliott said video production is one of his favorite hobbies, often producing comedy videos with his friends. Wikar explained that she had some familiarity with the technical skills needed for the project from previous work for a variety of classes. The two 13-year-olds will receive $250 prizes for their Honorable Mention awards. In Ludlow, C-SPAN is available via Charter Communications broadcasts. At the local level, Charter Communications works with C-SPAN on the educational initiative. “Charter Communications congratulates Sedona Wikar on her winning documentary and James Elliott on his winning documentary in C-SPAN’s 2016 StudentCam competition. During this election year it is particularly great to see future voters so creatively voicing their opinions on the issues of the day,” said Adam Falk, Senior Vice President of State Government Affairs for Charter Communications. Elks Lodge 2448 hosts Veterans Appreciation Dinner LUDLOW – The Ludlow Elks Lodge 2448 will host their annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner on Saturday April 2 starting at 5 p.m. The guest speaker for this event is Col. John Driscoll, who is the personnel director for the Massachusetts Army National Guard and a U.S. Army veteran who began his service in 1990 including both Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Tickets are free to Veterans and the cost for guests of veterans is $5. 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The Chop Shop. 413-949-2055 Mon.-Wed. 9-6 • Thurs.-Fri. 9-8 • Sat. 9-3 Jessica LaCosse - Owner/Operator 123 Center St., Suite 1R, Ludlow, MA Page 6 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Recycle electronic waste LUDLOW – A fundraiser to support the “Go Green Club at Baird Middle School. Proceeds will be used to purchase supplies for the school garden and other resources to teach students how to be environmentally friendly and sustainable. Get rid of the clutter in your garage, basement or workplace and help the environment at the same time. The event will take place Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to noon, and is open to the public. There will be an easy drive through drop ALZHEIMER’S off at Baird Middle School, 1 Rooney Road, Ludlow. The following is accepted free of charge: cell phones, PDAs and pagers, telephones, cameras, power strips, ink cartridges and toner, batteries. The following items are accepted with a $5 donation: small kitchen and household appliances such as toasters, microwaves, vacuums, etc., sewing machines, printers, scanners, office machines, copiers, fax machines, bulk computer peripherals – com- puter mouses, keyboards, cables, bulk batteries, radios, stereos, VCR, CD, and DVD players, paper shredders, terminals computers, laptops, servers, iPods, MP3 players, medical equipment, lab equipment, electric razors, anything else that runs on power cord or batteries. The following is accepted with other fees: Computer monitors, flat screens, terminals, all sizes $15; all televisions $25; unit with Freon $25. The following can not be accepted: large refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, treadmills, grills, large power / yard equipment. Monetary donations are welcome as well as garden tools in working condition. For more information, contact Natalina Tulik at 413-530-5966 and ntulik@aol.com or Kerry Ouimette 413-530-0611 and kerryoui@yahoo.com. Recycling services are provided by Gold Circuit E-Cycling. from Page 1 Eickelberg. “Now it gives me something to do.” Just as emphasized by Eickelberg, Creasia explained that artistry is a great communication tool for Alzheimer’s patients, assisting them in recalling stories and memories. Creasia said that painting and other forms of art also allow patient’s to make choices, an option that is often taken away once Alzheimer’s afflicts them. “Things can be hard because of my memory, but I feel like I knew what I was doing. It’s always a relaxing thing to do,” said Memories in the Making participant Barbara Stolki. “We do have a lot of fun once we get started…this is really pretty,” she said, pointing to an acrylic painting of a flower she made. Memories in the Making is a routinebased program, meeting at a regular scheduled time each week. “Kick-starts” are provided to the participants to aid their creative process. A kick-start can be any preliminary step to a piece of art that will help spark a memory for the Alzheimer’s patients. While Left to right: Keystone Commons residents Fanny Korol, Margaret Eickelberg and Barbara Stolki pose with artwork they made as part of the “Memories in the Making” program. painting is often the most common form of art employed, residents work with a variety of mediums including clay, collage, pastel, and ink. Keystone Commons’ residents also spent time working with local printmaker Bruce Chandler and representatives from TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTOS Geri Raymond and Jean Topor frame themselves for a photo at Keystone Commons’ “Memories in the Making” art show. Pottersville in West Springfield. Tickets for the benefit gala held at the Log Cabin on April 9, which will feature artwork from individuals living with Alzheimer’s from throughout the region, cost $45 per person. Tables of 10 are available. Contact Claudette Smart at 413-636-5462 to purchase tickets. “I love to paint when I have the time to sit down and do so…artistry kind of runs in the family. It just comes naturally. I try my best,” said Memories in the Making participant Fanny Korol. Keystone Commons proudly displays artwork made by its Memories in the Making participants throughout its facilities. Wanted Costume Jewelry GOLD, SILVER, FURS N E W A R R I VA L S F O R S A L E ! Gorgeous & affordable designer gemstone jewelry set in sterling silver & bronze direct from Cashmere. 2805 Boston Rd., Wilbraham info@fancythatantiques.com 413-512-3714 Pioneer Valley Montessori School SUMMER PROGRAMS Passport to Adventure Native American Discovery Weeks For 3-6 Year Olds For 6-9 Year Olds Each week a new country! 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Of I ANSWERS ON PAGE 22 March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 7 Ludlow Senior Center EVENTS Alcino Pereira stands strong and proud as a brand-new U.S. citizen. Armindo DeJesus looks down at his new certificate announcing his citizenship of the United States. Maxine Griffiths-Desko, a Jamaican that now calls the city of Chicopee her home, drapes herself in colors of her American pride. MELTING POT from Page 1 of China, Colombia, Congo, Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Iraq, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Latvia, Lebanon, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Mozambique, Nepal, Netherlands, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, St. Lucia, Suriname, Syria, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, and Vietnam, held their hands in front of them as the Honorable Henry Boroff, U.S. bankruptcy judge administered the Oath of Allegiance to America's newest citizens during a naturalization ceremony. “Today is a dream come true,” Alcino Pereira, a Ludlow resident, gushed with tears welling up in his eyes. A native of Vidago, Portugal, Pereira said that he looks forward to exercising his right as a citizen of the U.S. “I’m proud to be a citizen of this country. I’m going to do my part and participate in town government and vote,” he said. “I love Ludlow and I want to do [what I can] to make it better.” Although the last naturalization ceremony was reported to have taken place 50 years ago, the date and history could never be “officially” confirmed. Having come to the U.S. as a child alongside her parents and five brothers and sisters from Portugal, Carmina Fernandes, chairwoman of the Ludlow Select Board said she believes the ceremony to be the first of its kind. Having a desire to share such an important day in the lives of so many people, she contacted Chaves with a letter of interest and was approved shortly thereafter. “I’m ecstatic to be a part of this…and I certainly hope there will be more here,” she said. “Here I am in this high school, where I went to school, as a business owner in the community that I was raised in and the chairwoman of the Board of Selectmen…I’ve come full circle.” Honored guests and speakers also included state Sen. Eric Lesser, DLongmeadow, and James “Chip” Harrington, Ludlow School Committee member. The Veterans Services Color Guard also presented the colors. “Coming here, becoming a U.S. citizen…it gave me a better life,” explained Maria DeJesus, who came to the U.S. from Portugal and became a citizen in 2002. On Good Friday, she joined her husband Armindo as he pledged the Oath of Allegiance. The DeJesus’s, residents of Ludlow, were joined by fellow candidates residing in Adams, Agawam, Amherst, Belchertown, Blandford, Chicopee, Deerfield, East Longmeadow, Feeding • Monday, April 4 at 1:15 p.m. – Movie Matinee: “Room” starring Brie Larson, Jacob Trembley and Sean Bridgers. Rated R. 118 Minutes. Check out the Ludlow Senior Center Facebook page to see the trailer. • Tuesday, April 5 at 10 a.m. – Bean Bag Baseball. At 1 p.m. – Decorating Group. At 5 p.m. – Evening Movie: “Room.” (see above for details) • Wednesday, April 6 at 3 p.m. – Mindful Meditation. This is the first of six free 45-minute sessions. Pre-registration is appreciated. • Thursday, April 7 at 10:30 a.m. – Senior Scene Episode Premier. • Friday, April 8 at 1:15 p.m. – Book Club Movie: “Room.” (This was our read for March – now it’s time to see the movie!) Weekly lunch menu Monday, April 4 Salisbury Steak Tuesday, April 5 Cobb Salad Wednesday, April 6 Pork and Apple Stew Thursday, April 7 Shrimp Poppers Friday, April 8 Chicken Cacciatore over Ziti TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY EMILY THURLOW The Honorable Henry Boroff, a U.S. bankruptcy judge, stands with two new citizens of the U.S. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the Ludlow Senior Center at 413-583-3564. IRAs made simple Two hundred and sixty candidates for naturalization took the Oath of Allegiance during a ceremony at Ludlow High School last week. Steven A. Crespo Financial Advisor • Flexibility • Tailored Investments • Tax Advantages • Personalized Service Call or stop in to learn more 658 Center Street, Ludlow, MA 01056 MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING 413-547-6048 (Office) 413-204-4610 (Cell) Member SIPC LOCAL CORRESPONDENT OPPORTUNITIES Mary Quispe and Luis Jerez, both of Pittsfield, smiled of great pride having become U.S. citizens last week. Quispe and Jerez are from Peru. Hills, Florence, Great Barrington, Greenfield, Hadley, Holland, Holyoke, Housatonic, Huntington, Indian Orchard, Lee, Lenox, Leverett, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Monson, Northampton, Orange, Pittsfield, South Deerfield, South Hadley, Southwick, Springfield, Ware, West Springfield, We s t h a m p t o n , Wilbraham, Williamsburg, and Williamstown. “This day…this is a very special day for me,” said Rosangela Pereira, choking back tears. “I only wish my family was here to Gregory Gilbert of West Springfield cheered loud above the crowd when his home country of St. Lucia was announced. share this day with me.” A native of Brazil, both of her sisters had applied in the past for candidates of citizenship, but failed. “I guess God had very special plans in mind for me,” she said. “I’m very blessed and happy to be here.” We don’t only work here, we live here too! T h e W i l b r a h a m - H a m p d e n Ti m e s s e e k s Experienced Writers/Journalists to produce news and/or feature stories of local interest for towns of Wilbraham and Hampden. • Must be dependable, professional and able to meet strict deadlines • Photography skills and own camera a plus • Salary based on a flat rate by story and photo Send writing samples with resume to Tyler S. Witkop, Editor The Wilbraham-Hampden Times 24 Water St., Palmer, MA 01069 Or email directly to twitkop@turley.com www.turley.com Page 8 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Viewpoints Editorial The Pondering a move to Canada? Here’s a better solution LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letters to the editor should be 500 words or less in length. No unsigned or anonymous opinions will be published.We require letter writers to include his or her town of residence and home telephone number.We must authenticate authorship prior to publication.We reserve the right to edit or withhold any submissions deemed to be libelous or contain unsubstantiated allegations, personal attacks, defamation of character and offensive language. All unknown or alleged facts and quotations offered by the author need to cite credible, unbiased sources. Send letters to: The Register, 24 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069, or email ludlowregister@turley.com. The deadline for submissions is Friday at noon. I n recent years, Americans have taken to Google’s search engine to plan “moving to Canada” should their candidate not take the presidential seat. Since approximately 2004, the numbers of those querying the infobahn has spiked around election time. There was also a surge last June, shortly after Donald Trump officially added his name to the race for the Republican Party. As of late, the search engine reports a more recent uptick. Among those top states looking to hop the border was, yes, you guessed it – Massachusetts. But whatever aversion to either democratic or republican candidate you have, instead of moving your entire household, career, family, and life up north, we’ve got a better solution for you: vote. That’s right, vote. If you don’t like a particular candidate vying for the role of Commander in Chief, then get out there and express your 15th Amendment rights. Though Election Day isn’t until November, there is still plenty of time to do research on the individuals in the running. What issues matter to you? Do you care about health insurance issues? Schools? Public safety? Tuition to college? Whatever matters to you, look into it. According to statistics from the Canadian government from 2013, nearly 8,500 U.S. citizens head up north to become permanent residents every year, with no real correlation to election time. Four times as many, however, moved to Canada from the People’s Republic of China. Is there a chance that there will be a mass exodus of people marching up North or a number of flights booked around November? Probably not. Despite the escalation in numbers online, the numbers haven’t necessarily translated to a mass escape. But, in the meantime, instead of plotting out a lifestyle change, keep it simple and vote. Like the ever-popular Nike campaign says: Just do it. PEOPLE/MILESTONE NEWS As a free service for our readers, we will print all births, weddings, engagements, milestone anniversaries, major birthdays, military achievements, honors and awards. We have a “people news” form available for you to submit these listings. 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Register Policies SUBMISSIONS POLICY Letters to the Editor Thanks for helping carve out a piece of history To the Editor: The family of Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges, USMC, would like to thank all those involved in the renaming process of the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars Post 3236 to The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Post 3236. It is truly an honor to have our son and brother’s name and legacy live on in this extraordinary way. Joshua would be proud to represent his own VFW District 7 veterans in helping other veterans, as well as its youth and community. Along with this honor, we would also like to thank all those involved in the process of having Joshua recognized and remembered on the Purple Heart Trail. This was a touching surprise to us and both recognitions make us proud that his name will live on long after we are gone. He truly is part of Ludlow’s history. We would also like to thank and congratulate the students, teachers and community members that received awards at the ceremony. In a world full of negativity and endless disturbing news; their hard work, dedication and actions are examples of the positivity and good of our community and country. It was an honor to share in the night’s events with you. A special thank you to Ludlow’s Veterans Services Director, Eric Segundo, for continuously going above and beyond the call of duty; Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Post 3236 Commander, Christine Bassett, for her personal part in the renaming process and MOPH Commander, Brian Willette, for having Josh recognized on the Purple Heart Trail. -The Desforges Family Dave, Arlene and Jenelle Ludlow Swathe your PB & J sandwiches and celebrate! W famous forms. In 1947 an affectionate hat’s churned out as an term, “The Peanut Gallery”, was made American icon? What classic popular by “The Howdy Doody” telespread has been swathed onto vision show. Later, in 1969, Charles every imaginable, edible surface by Schultz created the syndicated comic gazillions of the global populace? What strip, “Peanuts-Charlie Brown and His treat has become an enduring, affordGang.” able, slice-of-life sustenance? By all above-ground sightings, our It’s been daubed. Even smeared, yet, fond PB&J sandwiches have homedearly loved. grown, U.S. roots. Peanut plants blos“National PB & J Sandwich Day” or som yellow flowers about 40 days after household termed as “Peanut Butter and By planting. The growth cycle takes about Jelly” (or jam), will be celebrated Joan E. B. four to five months with UNDERnationally on Saturday, April 2, 2016. Coombs ground peanut clusters needing about 5 After a little digging, I discovered that Guest Columnist gallons of water to produce one ounce underground-grown peanuts surfaced in popularity in the late 1800’s as PT Barnum’s circus of peanuts! (Let’s remember that when we swathe wagons peddled hot roasted peanuts when they trav- our sandwiches.) In most households PB&J is spread inside eled across the country. Later, street vendors marketsandwiches. (It’s also found outside on chubby ed this hot-selling snack. Then in 1895, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg, (of cheeks, doorknobs, and drawer handles and things breakfast cereal notoriety) invented a type of within reach of toddler to teens.) All age groups enjoy this sweet treat. During peanut butter. After more soil searching, I found that a St. Louis physician also created a version of the college years of my now adult children, jars of peanut butter for protein intake for his aging “GOOBERS” were stealthily packed – undercover patients. More down-to-earth research revealed – to surprise them as they unpacked. Until next week, you’ll find me in the “Peanut that in the early 1900’s the noted scientist, Dr. George Washington Carver, proposed that peanuts Gallery” section – smothered in PB and jammed in could be an effective, commercial crop! Thus, the between nutty slices-of-life. Remember! 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The Register is published every Wednesday by Turley Publications, Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. PATRICK H. TURLEY CEO KEITH TURLEY President DOUGLAS L. TURLEY Vice President EDITOR Emily Thurlow ethurlow@turley.com ADVERTISING SALES Debra Dodge ddodge@turley.com SPORTS EDITOR Dave Forbes dforbes@turley.com SOCIAL MEDIA @ The Ludlow Register WEB www.ludlowregisteronline.com www.turley.com Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of photographs or other materials submitted for publication. Materials will not be returned except upon specific request when submitted. March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 9 What is it? Mystery photos Café da Tarde Festa dos Beirões TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW E Q W uando o assunto é celebração e hen it comes to party and celefesta, a nossa gente sabe como bration, our people know how fazer isso com muita alegria e to do this with lots of joy and diversão. Prova disso foi a noite do dia fun. Proof of this was the night of March 05 de março, quando o Grêmio Lusitano 5, when the Gremio Lusitano gathered reuniu cerca de 415 pessoas para celebrar about 415 people to celebrate one of the uma das festas mais tradimost traditional festivals of cionais da sociedade portuguePortuguese society, the Festa sa, a Festa dos Beirões. O dos Beirões. The event, celeevento que comemora 40 brating 40 years, was founded anos, foi fundado em 1976 in 1976 in order to maintain the com o intuito de manter a culculture and tradition of the areas tura e tradição das áreas Beiras known as the “Beiras of de Portugal, destacando a gasPortugal,” which highlights the tronomia e a música regional. cuisine and regional music. Leitão, Cabrito, Petingas Piglet, young goat, small fritas, enchidos, bacalhau assafried sardines, traditional smoke do e carne de porco à moda da sausage, baked cod and pork By Claudete Beira, fizeram parte do rico Beira style, were part of the rich Matos cardápio servido. Claro que Guest Columnist menu served. Of course we não poderíamos esquecer o could not forget the Serra queijo da Serra que veio direto de cheese that came straight from the Portugal da região de Seia. Portugal Seia region. Já a música ganhou mais brilho com o The music gained more appeal with pequeno Luis Rocha, de Long Island. little Luis Rocha, from Long Island. At Aos oito anos de idade e há apenas dois eight years old, and only in the United anos nos Estados Unidos, Luís Rocha States for two years, Luis Rocha learned aprendeu a tocar música na concertina, to play music on the concertina, singing cantando anedotas e cantigas "picantes", songs and anecdotes "spicy" typical of típicas das aldeias em Portugal. Também the region in Portugal. It is also worth vale ressaltar a boa música portuguesa na noting the good Portuguese music in the voz dos fadistas de Rhode Island e Fall voice of the “fado” singers of Rhode River - Sra. Josefina Couto e Jose Island and Fall River. - Mrs. Josefina Ribeiro que acompanhados pelos guitar- Couto and Jose Ribeiro accompanied by ristas Viriato Ferreira e Jose Silva troux- guitarists Viriato Ferreira and Jose Silva eram mais encantos a grande noite. A brought more charm to the big night. The festa seguiu com a participação do party continued with the participation of Conjunto Edge de New Bedford, que the group the Edge Set of New Bedford, embalou o público tornando o resto da who got the audience swaying, making noite ainda mais inesquecível. the rest of the night even more memoClaro que a Festa dos Beirões tem rable. mantido a chama da tradição acesa ao Of course, the “Festa of Beirões” has longo desses anos reunindo nossa gente em kept the flame of tradition alive over the momentos de contentamento e nostalgia, years bringing our people moments of mas é preciso que continuemos divulgando joy and nostalgia, but we need to continevento tão plausível como este porque ue spreading the word about a great event além de manter viva a cultura, tem con- like this because in addition to keeping tribuído em outros aspectos com o mesmo alive the culture it has contributed in propósito. Ao longo dos anos, a organiza- other aspects for the same purpose. ção tem doado por ano, uma bolsa de estu- Along of the years, the organization has do de U$ 1.000 a um aluno da Ludlow donated $1,000 scholarship every year to High School, o que acontece no mês de a student from Ludlow High School, novembro durante o evento chamado which takes place in November during Noite em Portugal. Além disso, o evento the event called Night in Portugal. In tem contribuído com melhorias no Grêmio addition, the event has contributed to Lusitano bem como na igreja católica improvements in the Gremio Lusitano Nossa Senhora de Fátima e Escola de and the Catholic Church Our Lady of Língua Portuguesa local. Fatima and the local Portuguese school. Para 2017, o clube que tem como For 2017, the club, whose president is presidente Celso Correia, já tem agendada Celso Correia, has already scheduled the a Festa dos Beirões para o dia 4 de março. “Festa dos Beirões” for March 4. Entretanto, vale salientar que muitos out- However, it is worth noting that many ros eventos ainda este ano, estarão reunin- other events this year will be reuniting do a comunidade portuguesa com o the Portuguese community with the same mesmo intuito… Preservar as raízes de purpose ...To preserve the roots of such a uma rica cultura. Então, prepare a agenda! rich culture. So, prepare the agenda! Let Façamos a diferença! us make a difference! Claudete Matos has been writing about Brazilian news for 25 years and has worked as a graphic designer as well as an editor for her own newspaper. Now she writes a biweekly column about Portuguese culture. ach week, The Register will feature a photo of something and ask readers to pick their brains to figure out what the picture is. Check here each week to test your knowledge of the area where we live and work. Can you guess what this week’s photo is (at left)? Please send responses to Register Editor Emily Thurlow at ludlowregister@turley.com or to The Register, 48 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069. If you have an interesting photo you would like to see in our “What is it?” feature, please send it via email as an attached jpg photo to ludlowregister@turley.com or print photos to The Register, 48 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069. If you would like the photo returned, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS FILE PHOTO Charlotte Moreau correctly guessed that last week’s “What is it?” was a photo of part of the wheel on the wheelchair of Jaime Venacio. As for the week before last’s game, Chester Kecki also provided the correct answer of the photo of the new V.F.W. flag. Thanks for playing! Guest Column Great first step in addressing the demand for drugs gerous drugs in a concentrated and coordinated effort. In addition; state and local government officials can only react to problems pills and heroin bring with them. Our federal govhe real world experience I have gained ernment must take on a greater responsibility over the years as a Corrections Officer for our borders being penetrated with drugs. and Police Officer have provided me At the state level, we can encourage and with insight that most elected officials do not possibly add resources for cities and towns to have. I have seen firsthand how drugs have work together and share more information. If seeped into every corner of our community nearby communities are aware of and destroyed neighborhoods, famdrug dealers in the area, they ilies and individuals and it is truly should be able to share information heartbreaking. so they can effectively combat this I commend Gov. Charlie Baker threat. Also many small towns that and the Legislature for showing are dealing with the influx of these leadership on the current opiate drugs have only one or two detecepidemic and signing a bill into tives; many only have none. It is law that will add restrictions to critical for larger communities to painkiller prescriptions and take share resources and information other steps to increase addiction with these small towns. By Chip awareness. This is an important While the newly signed legislaHarrington step, but so much more remains to tion does a good job at addressing be done. The new law focuses Guest Columnist the prescribing of pain killers by mainly on treatment, education and preven- health care professionals; the pharmaceutition but more must be done to stem the pro- cal industry itself must also be held liferation of heroin in our communities and accountable for its part in the proliferation provide more resources for law enforcement of highly addictive pills on the market. to effectively root out those who deal these Pain management is important for those in dangerous illegal drugs. the most desperate situations but it is a What we are dealing with is a supply and documented fact that some pharmaceutical demand issue, and we need to attack both. companies have deceived the public. Unfortunately, more and more of our The Massachusetts taxpayer should not neighbors and family members continue to be on the hook for the dramatic increase in become addicted to prescription opiates and addiction programs and law enforcement heroin. Increased violent crime, house and needs resulting from the deceptive practices car breaks, and neighborhood crime are all a of some pharmaceutical companies. Our result of this prescription drug and heroin Legislature should actively pursue funding epidemic. from "Big Pharma" much like we did with International drug cartels are making mil- "Big Tobacco" to combat the level of addiclions of dollars here in New England. As tion and crime as a result of their false beneficial as Route 91 is to the Valley, this claims. highway has become known as a "drug and Finally, penalties for individuals caught gun highway." From the ports of New York dealing and selling pills and heroin in the City to New Haven, Hartford, Springfield, Commonwealth must be increased. It's well Holyoke, Greenfield, Brattleboro, and into known that many users are also selling drugs Canada pills and heroin are in endless sup- to feed their habit, but high level dealers ply. The sale of these drugs add resources to bringing large quantities of pills and heroin the very street gangs that terrorize neighbor- into our state should have a higher level of hoods in our region. This supply must be accountability. These criminals must know severely interrupted. The Massachusetts that this crime is taken seriously and will not Legislature must demand our federal repre- be tolerated. sentatives do more on this front. Democrats The Pioneer Valley is critically ill with and Republicans need to stand shoulder to respect to drug addiction and crime. All levshoulder and demand more resources to els of our government, nonprofit and busistem the tide of drugs brought into our ness community are needed to step up and region. We need to focus on more ways for fight this epidemic. federal agencies like ATF and the FBI to work hand and hand with our state and local James “Chip” Harrington is the vice police to slow down the supply of these dan- chairman on the Ludlow School Committee. But we cannot ignore the supply T Page 10 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Faces & Places Students pen patriotism First Church has a visit from a baaaa-shful friend TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO (Left to right:)VFW Members, Teacher Paula Donais and students Emma Brault and Morgan Flynn are recognized at the VFW Hampden District 7 Awards Ceremony for participating in the 2015-2016 "What Freedom Means To Me" Patriot's Pen essay writing competition. CHICOPEE – St. Joan of Arc School is pleased to congratulate students Morgan Flynn and Emma Brault for their achievements in the VFW Hampden District 7 Patriot's Pen essay writing competition. The students received a certificate and a monetary award at the awards ceremony held on March 8 at the Exit 7 Theater in Ludlow. The Patriot's Pen program is open to students in grades 6-8 who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial school or home study program in the United States and its territories. Seventh grade teacher Paula Donais’ seventh grade class wrote essays focused on the theme: “What Freedom Means to Me." First Church had a visitor, a local celebrity, his name is White Stripe and he's been making the rounds in Ludlow. Dillon Harris along with Peter Priest, and Grandmother Judy Harris brought Peters’ lamb to First Church on Palm Sunday to visit the Sunday School Children. LUDLOW –The children and parishioners of First Church in Ludlow are collecting donations to send to Heifer International, which is an organization that helps train and support programs with the theme “Together we have power over hunger and poverty.” They supply livestock such as cows, lambs, goats, chickens and training to those who struggle daily for reliable sources of food and income. By working with generous donors and partners, our dream of eradicating world hunger and poverty is becoming a reality, and it shows in the results. They bring generations together with community building, and help families build knowledge and resources for sustainable progress out of poverty. Being able to see and touch a lamb up close brought great joy to the children, and also brought great support to our Lenten project. First Church has all ready raised over $500 to purchase a cow, lamb and is going to add a goat to the project as well. The church offered up a thank you to all of those who have donated to such a worthy project. Sunrise service breaks on the horizon… BULLYING TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO Easter Sunrise Service at First Church In Ludlow with Pastor Robyn Burns, presented guest “Peter” (Kerry Hotaling) one of Jesus disciples, along with Adam Breslin (left) and Evan Grimes (right). Parishioners started the Holy Day with scripture, prayer and songs. The Library Loft Schoolhouse Commons Historical Center • 1085 Park Street, Palmer We are celebrating our 10th year at the Schoolhouse Commons. Thanks to our wonderful “friends,” volunteers and patrons, we will be open on Fridays beginning in September. O N H Tues. 10am - 4pm • Wed. 10am - 4pm • Thurs. 10am - 4pm Fri. 10am-4pm • Sat. 10am - 4pm H Book donations will be accepted at the Palmer Public Library or the Library Loft during open hours. Please, no magazines or Reader's Digest Condensed Books. We accept books only in good, clean condition. For more information call 283-3330 ext. 100 from Page 1 program will be conducted throughout the 2016-2017 school year, beginning in the fall. Knowles explained that the guidance department will collaborate with sixth grade teachers and other counseling personnel to discuss what the pro-social needs are for Baird’s students, developing a curriculum or adopting a program accordingly. A decision is likely to be made by the end of the current school year. “We’re hoping that students obtain how to be kinder, more respectful, caring, compassionate and empathetic toward one another. We want to be much more proactive than reactive. We want to teach them the skills to interact with each other so that bullying behavior doesn’t even occur,” said Knowles. With the advent of an anti-bullying program, the Baird Middle School guidance department will achieve its goal of a delivering a targeted, specific curriculum for each grade. Knowles is hoping to make progress in developing the pro-social program in the coming weeks. The guidance department’s programs are not budgeted for, typically paid for by federal and state funds, or through secured grants like the one provided by Unify Against Bullying. Parents with questions about the development of a pro-social program can contact the Baird Middle School guidance department at 413-583-5685. “The best thing our parents can do is reinforce pro-social behavior outside of school for our students, while they are with their friends and in the community,” said Knowles. Larry’s Auto Body NOTICE Don't Be Confused By Your Insurance Company's Paperwork! Call Us! FULL COLLISION & GLASS PLUS REASONABLE INSPECTION REPAIRS We Work With All Insurance Companies 35+ Years But We Work For You First Experience RS #3557 240 West Street, Ludlow • 413.583.5738 Does A Warmer Than Normal Winter Mean A Hotter Than Normal Summer? ONLY MOTHER NATURE KNOWS! Don’t wait until you’re SWEATING to think about central air conditioning! Call now and save! Proceeds To Benefit the Palmer Public Library LUDLOW HEATING & COOLING, INC. Your Local HVAC Pros Since 1977 413-583-6923 ERRORS: Each advertiser is requested to check their advertisement the first time it appears. This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 11 Indian Orchard Springfield Regional Chamber April ‘Lunch ‘n Learn’ to feature speed networking "Participants have an opportunity to network during lunch and then really get down to the business of learning about each other and pitching their companies during the speed networking portion of the event," she said. The core concept to speed networking is the "elevator speech," a short summary of an individual, business, organization, product or service - a summary that a person could SPRINGFIELD - The Springfield Regional Chamber will hold its bi-monthly Lunch n Learn with a new twist - Speed Networking - on April 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at La Quinta Inns & Suites, 100 Congress Street, Springfield. "We have had so much interest in our speed networking events that we have added an additional event at lunch," said Member Services Director Sarah Mazzaferro. deliver in the time span of a short elevator ride. Attendees will be divided into two groups, seated across from each other. Each group member will have 60 seconds to give his/her elevator speech to the person seated directly across from him/her. Once each member has given their elevator speech, they will change seats and the process will begin again with a new partner. The round robin format of networking will continue until the event is over. The event will begin with lunch at 11:30 a.m. To accommodate the event, no admittance will be allowed after noon and lunch will no longer be served. Reservations are $25 for members, $35 for general admission. Reservations must be made online and in advance at springfieldregionalchamber.com or by contacting Sarah Mazzaferro at mazzaferro@springfieldregionalchamber.com. Chamber Leadership to graduate 22 leaders All Ward 8 Democrats invited to join committee INDIAN ORCHARD The Springfield Ward 8 Democratic Committee will be holding elections for new members and for reorganizing on April 9th, from 10 a.m. to noon at 117 Main St., (Myrtle Street Building), Indian ELECTION RESULTS from Page 1 kept the taxpayers foremost in my thoughts while looking ahead at Ludlow’s rapid growth. I would like to carry that promise forward and see that progression through.” Joining Mannix in the other open seat is a new face to the selectboard: Derek G. DeBarge. While currently in the process of retiring from the police department, the U.S. Marine Corps veteran collected the most total votes of any other candidates – 691. He will be taking over Aaron Saunders’ seat after he decided not to seek re-election. Joshua Carpenter collected 570 votes and Darlene Cincone received 524 votes. Stephen Santos and Alex Simao will be SPRINGFIELD - Twenty-two business professionals will graduate from the Springfield Regional Chamber's Leadership 2016 on April 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Springfield Sheraton. Sponsored by the MassMutual Financial Group with scholarship support from the Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation, the program is a unique collaboration between the Springfield Regional Chamber and Western New England University to teach middle- and upper-level managers the crucial thinking and problem solving skills needed to prepare participants to be effective leaders in service to the community and their workplaces. This year's program, Leadership Skills: For Personal, Organizational and Community Development, included an emphasis on strategies and techniques designed to create high energy and high involvement leadership, focusing on problem solving, learning to ask the right questions and implementing creative and innovative solutions for both nonprofit and for profit organizations. Working side by side with Western New England University professors, participants actively explored best practices of leaders; analyzed their own leadership, learning, and problem solving styles; were challenged to think in new ways and to analyze their own strengths and organizational challenges within a dynamic economy; and explored task and interpersonal focus, negotiation orientation, and emotional intelligence, supplemented by self-diagnostics, experiential activities and case studies. "The Leadership Institute offers a wonderful refresher on various leadership frameworks such as planning and problem solving. It helps you to stretch your mind to explore ways you can use your influ- fulfilling the two, three-year terms for the Board of Public Works. Santos collected 643 votes and Simao received 599 votes. “I appreciate the people that came out in the lousy weather,” said Simao, who said he planned on visiting all the secretaries and getting to know everyone on the board on Tuesday before he was officially sworn in. Santos and Simao beat of candidates Richard Zucco, who had 514 votes, Guilherme “Bill” Rodrigues, who received 507 votes, and Rafael Quiterio, who received 298 votes. Raymond E. Phoenix II will resume his long-standing role on the Planning Board after receiving 720 votes. Pedro Almeida received 610 votes. As for the races that are uncontested – Sean McBride, incumbent of the Recreation Department, received 1,041 votes; incumbents of the School Committee for the two positions, Michael Kelliher received 898 votes and Chad Mullin received 868 votes; the three-year term of Trustee of the Hubbard Memorial Library Elaine Karalekas received 1,105 votes; and Beverly Barry collected 1,033 votes for the three-year term on the Board of Assessors. Though Dr. Bruce Dziura had turned in paperwork as an incumbent of the Board of Health to be on the ballot for a three-year term, a week before the election, Gibbons said the town received a letter that he was now a registered voter in another community. Because of this, the category has been deemed “failure to elect.” The Board of Selectmen and Board of Health will now have to appoint someone, who will serve until the next town election. Though there was no name on the ballot for the five-year term on the Housing Authority, Chester Giza collected 10 write-in votes. As for the two-year unexpired post on the same board, because there was a tie between two candidates, Gibbons said it remains up to the Board of Selectmen as to whether or not they want to appoint someone or leave the position open. In other town government related news, the Annual Town Meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 9, the State Primary scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 8, and the State Election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 8. 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Ken’s Automotive continues to grow the business recently, adding a 16,000 pound alignment rack and a fifth lift just last year. Ken’s Automotive provides all regular maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics needed for any vehicle. Ken’s can service all foreign and domestic vehicles along with light duty diesel trucks. They are also equipped with up-to-date technology available for all cars, as well as having access to Ford diagnostics, being a Ford certified diesel repair facility. They are an authorized AC Delco and Carquest/TechNet repair facility as well, ensuring that the best service with quality parts. In a further effort to provide the best in customer service, Ken’s Automotive Repair is able to provide a two-year warranty on most parts. They pride themselves on customer relations, truly enjoying meeting new people and building new relationships with their customers. Ken’s Automotive provides a comfortable, clean waiting area with free Keurig coffee and Wi Fi service while you wait for your vehicle or a shuttle service to the surrounding area. Come to Ken’s Automotive for all of your auto care needs from oil changes to brakes, to check engine light diagnostics, even motor replacement. They are a onestop shop for your vehicle. They are open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Visit their Facebook page, kensautomotiverepairma.com, or contact them at 413-222-5703 or 413-279-1320. Page 12 • The Register • March 30, 2016 In the Classroom Students go crazy over reading ‘Let's Get Crazy’ about reading was the theme of the day on March 11th as staff and students celebrated CRAZY HAIR/CRAZY HAT Day! There were curls and buns along with braids and multicolored hair. Some hair came complete with cupcakes and spiders, while another had a sundae attached, and one even adorned a rootbeer float on top! 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LUDLOW – Every Friday morning, the kindergarten class at St. John the Baptist School has a special air of excitement for the students as they wait for the announcement from the School office that their “Mystery Reader” has arrived! The Mystery Reader Program, a beloved tradition, invites each parent – or family member – of the kindergarten students to come to class on Friday morning, read a favorite children’s book to the class and prepare a follow-up craft project tied to that book. When the parent arrives, he or she is announced by kindergarten teacher, Jennifer Hewes, giving three family clues, to see if the students can guess who will be the “mystery reader” that day. In addition to reinforcing the importance of reading aloud to the students, it also helps the kindergarten families learn about each other and helps build long-tern friendships as their children begin their education at SJB School. The Register • Page 13 Third Annual FUNd Run scheduled for April 8 LUDLOW – Veterans Park Principal Melissa Knowles, is proud to announce that the thirrd Annual Veterans Park FUNd Run is scheduled for Friday, April 8. She explained that the legacy of the FUNd Run in rooted in three words: charity, empathy and grit. “One of the important components of the PRIDE mission at Veterans Park School is to promote, develop and practice community and social awareness. This event originated in 2014 when a group of students approached me with an idea for an annual event that would raise funds to support a local family in need, or cause.” This year the funds raised will be donated to Wheels4Jaime. Jaime is a third grade student at Chapin Street School who was born with a hypoplastic left heart requiring three open heart surgeries to repair. During his second surgery Jaime suffered a stroke that resulted in brain damage affecting his motor skills that many take for granted, such as walking, talking, grasping objects, and so much more. As a result Jaime is in need of a specilaized SUV, with a lift, that will accommodate his wheelchair and help his family provide him with the mobility needed for Jaime to attend medical appointments, family functions, and enjoy life. On the day of the event Veterans Park students will be running and/or walking laps at the Ludlow High School track. Veterans Park students will secure sponsors and/or donations from March 18th until May 31. All donation envelopes need to be returned to school on April 1. Checks should be made payable to Wheels4Jaime. All students who raise a minimum of $5 will be given a FUNd Run lanyard at the event. Awards will be given to the team that raises the most money, runs the most laps and has the most team spirit. Individual awards will also be given to the student who completes the most number of laps and raises the most money. Knowles wanted to extend a special thank you to Luso Credit Union who has sponsored this event since it’s inception in 2014, stating, “They have been a generous and supportive partner since our first FUNd Run. We appreciate their ongoing assistance in helping to make this event more successful each year.” If you would like to make a donation to this year’s FUNd Run event you can write a check made payable to Wheels4Jaime and either drop it off or send it to Veterans Park School, 486 Chapin St., Ludlow, MA 01056 – attention FUNd Run. All donations must be received on or before April 1. We are happy to announce that the 2016 George F. Vitek Scholarship will be presented to a high school senior who is a patient at Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine and who plans to study in the field of science or medicine. 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Despite the weather, roughly 400 hundred people flocked to the library grounds in hopes of collecting colorful eggs filled with sweets. “I’m very grateful to Jo-Ann Fabrics, Walgreen’s, and the Special Police for their yearly support of our event…and, of course, the Friends of the Library for sponsoring the fun-filled festivities,” said Children’s Librarian July Siebecker. In addition to gathering the 21 eggs allotted to each of the 135 that were registered to participate, children were quick to tear open their loot with fingers crossed in search of 21 prize-winning tickets. In total, the 21 volunteers scattered 3,100 eggs all around the property of the library. Once retrieved, hunters could turn in their tickets for six of the sixth prize awards, five of the fifth place, four of the fourth place, three of the third place, two of the second place, and one grand prize. Children also collected eggs courtesy of the Ludlow Recreation Department at Whitney Park. 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Page 16 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Public Safety Murder suspect surrenders, faces slew of charges By Tyler W. Leahy Staff Writer LUDLOW – Indian Orchard resident Jorge Concepcion-Pesquera, wanted for the alleged murder of Ludlow native Larry Santiago, turned himself into New York City Police. Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni and Ludlow Police Chief Pablo Madera announced the development in a press conference on March 22. ConcepcionPesquera is being charged with murder, unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition and discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a dwelling. Gulluni explained that Ludlow Police responded to an emergency call at approximately 12:44 a.m. on March 13, which reported a shooting in the parking lot of Open Door Café located at 247 Cady St. He said that Massachusetts State Police detectives and the Ludlow Police Department began the investigation of the incident at approximately 1:30 a.m. that morning. Santiago, 26, suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was found unconscious in a parked motor vehicle. Ludlow Fire Paramedics transported Santiago to Baystate Medical Center after attempting lifesaving measures, where he was pronounced dead. “Through the investigation it became TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY TYLER W. LEAHY Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni announces developments in an investigation stemming from the March 13 murder of Ludlow native Larry Santiago. apparent that both the victim and the suspect were known to each other and had a preexisting relationship,” said Gulluni. He did not disclose a potential motive for the murder. Following his surrender at the 28th Ludlow Police Arrest Log The Ludlow Police Department responded to 322 calls for service from Sunday, March 20 through Saturday, March 26. The department’s police officers made eight arrests or summons/warrant arrests. There were two domestic assault crime related arrests Per Massachusetts law, no names of persons arrested for domestic violence charges can be publicly disseminated. There were no arrests for mental health warrants. Those arrested or summonsed will appear at future dates in court and are innocent until proven guilty. The following were custodial arrests. Thursday, March 24 Steven M. Martin, 26 of Ludlow arrested on charges of Distribution of Class A (Heroin); Possession of Class A (Heroin) with Intent To Distribute; Possession of Class A (Heroin), Conspiracy To Violate Drug Laws; Resisting Arrest, Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle; and Possession of Class B (Cocaine). Daniel Wilkins, 39 of Ludlow arrested on charges of Possession of Class A (Heroin) and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws Jennifer Mifflin, 32 of Ludlow arrested on charges of Possession of Class A (Heroin) and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws. Ludlow Police Chief Pablo Madera commends authorities for their collaborative work in investigating murder suspect Jorge Concepcion-Pesquera of Indian Orchard. precinct in New York City, 20-year-old Concepcion-Pesquera of 254 Centre St. in Indian Orchard was extricated to Massachusetts to face the charges against him. Gulluni declined to speak in regards to Concepcion-Pesquera’s criminal record, but confirmed that the assailant was known to police. “I think there is no doubt, as the District Attorney has indicated, that this was a random and isolated act,” said Madera. The March 13 homicide is the first in Ludlow since a vehicular manslaughter case in 2007. “The expediency of the investigation is telling of the professional on this case,” said Madera. “There’s no doubt that both the Massachusetts State Police and the Detective Bureau should be commended for the teamwork and cooperation that they exhibited during this investigation.” Madera offered his condolences to Santiago’s family and beckoned community members to keep Santiago in their thoughts. “No further threat is posed to the people of Ludlow by this individual or anything about this situation. Ludlow is absolutely a safe place to live, reside, work and recreate,” said Gulluni, remarking that such violence is very rare in town. Gulluni said that Concepcion-Pesquera turned himself in after great pressure from the investigation carried out by Ludlow Police and Massachusetts State Police. He affirmed that there is ample evidence to prosecute Concepcion-Pesquera. Three arrested in raid LUDLOW – On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at approximately 3 p.m., the Ludlow Police Department Detectives, Special Response Team, Eastern Hampden County Drug Task Force and K9 units of the Monson and Palmer Police Departments arrested three individuals after an ongoing narcotics investigation. The subjects were identified as Steven M. Martin, 26, of 65 Meadow St., Ludlow; Daniel Wilkins, 39, of 19 Hampden St., Ludlow; and Jennifer Mifflin, 32, of 632 Moore St., Ludlow. Steven M. Martin has been charged with: Distribution of Class A (Heroin), Possession of Class A (Heroin) with Intent To Distribute, Possession of Class A (Heroin), Conspiracy To Violate Drug Laws, Resisting Arrest, Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle and Possession of Class B (Cocaine). Daniel Wilkins Jennifer Mifflin Steven M. Martin Daniel Wilkins has been charged with: Possession of Class A (Heroin) and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws. 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We specialize in electrical diagnostics, factory scheduled maintenance and oil changes as well as general vehicle repair and maintenance. We’re more than just brakes and mufflers, if it’s under your hood, we’ve got you covered. We also welcome fleet accounts. Why do you enjoy this business?: Spartan has the best customers. There are days that our waiting room is filled with folks enjoying a cup of coffee, enjoying the Wi-Fi, or just visiting with one another all while waiting for their cars to be repaired. One day we even had a little impromptu concert provided by one of our customers! March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 17 SPORTS 8 dforbes@turley.com @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports Titans swim records set on new Axas WILBRAHAM - Before the final swim meet of the season even began, Ludlow resident Ania Axas had a truly great season for Wilbraham & Monson Academy. Then, throw in the season finale, and Axas had one of the best swim seasons in Academy history – and she’s a freshman. Axas set two school records at the New England Division III Championships March 5 at the Canterbury School, establishing new marks in the 200 Individual Medley and 100 Butterfly. Coming out of the fourth seed, she bettered her previous school mark in the 200 IM in the trials before going even faster in the final, winning the race in 2 minutes, 10.59 seconds. “I was hoping, since I was ranked fourth, I wanted to make it to finals and beat my time because I knew I could,” Axas said. “There were a lot of girls from USA Swimming there. I focused on my race. I beat my previous best time in the morning in the trial, and then I beat it again at night in the final.” In the final, Axas trailed before gaining the lead in the final event: the freestyle. “I’m thrilled all my hard work paid off,” Axas said. “It’s not my TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO BY WMA Ludlow resident Ania Axas set two school records at the New England Division III Championships March 5 at the Canterbury School, establishing new marks in the 200-yard Individual Medley and 100-yard butterfly. Roberts plays round with Bradley family best event, but I enjoy the 200 IM so it was nice to swim it at New Englands. And it was a great feeling to win. Going into prelims I was ranked fourth, and there was tough competition, but I was proud I swam my own race, didn’t worry about anyone else, and won.” Setting a new record in the 100yard butterfly was a complete surprise and bonus. Her trial time of 1:00.23 topped the school record of 1:01.12, set by 2013 graduate Ivy Durepo. She placed fifth in the final. “I wasn’t expecting a record in the 100 butterfly, but getting the record in the prelims made me really happy,” she said. Axas, who was named MVP of the team at the Athletic Awards Ceremony March 3, said her season couldn’t have gone any better. She also set a school record in the 500yard freestyle (5:16.46), giving her a total of three school marks in her first season. “This is the most fun I’ve ever had swimming,” said Axas, who has competed in high-level swim meets throughout the east coast. “USA Swimming is more individual swimming, but being on a high school team you become family with your team and it helped me grow more.” Scholarship winners TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO From left to right: Bill Roberts, Mark Bradley, Keegan Bradley, Tony Roberto, Pat Bradley and Ron Waite. Roberts, Roberto and Waite won the National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series tournament on Aug. 26, 2015, at Glastonbury Hills Country Club in Glastonbury, Conn. Their team was randomly selected as the winners from more than 2,000 teams who participated in the Pro-Am Series nationwide. REGION - Three local golfers played the golf round of a lifetime this Tuesday, Feb. 9, with Keegan Bradley, winner of the 2011 PGA Championship; his father, PGA Professional Mark Bradley; and his aunt, LPGA Hall of Famer Pat Bradley, in West Palm Beach, Fla. William Roberts, of Ludlow, was the grand-prize winner of the 2015 National Car Rental Emerald Club Sweepstakes. Roberts and his two National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series teammates – Anthony Roberto, of South Windsor, Conn., who is a PGA Pro at Agawam Municipal Golf Course in Feeding Hills, and Ronald Waite, of Feeding Hills, traveled to Florida to participate in a VIP golf experience with the Bradleys. Roberts, Roberto and Waite won the National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series tournament on Aug. 26, 2015, at Glastonbury Hills Country Club in Please see ROBERTS, Page 19 Granby’s Alicia Frappier (right) is presented with her scholarship by LAF Board Member Carol Gebo (left). LUDLOW – The Lusitano Alumni and Fans presented scholarships to soccer players at their banquet last month. Turley Publications photos by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com St Joseph’s Mike Peplowski (left) is presented with his scholarship by LAF Board Member Angelo Teixeira (right). Callahan contributes for senior stars TURLEY PUBLICATIONS PHOTO BY DAVID HENRY SWEETDOGPHOTOS.COM Brian Callahan, of Ludlow, played for the Gray Team in the 2016 Western Massachusetts Senior High School All-Star Game for Divisions 2, 3, and 4 boys on Friday, March 25 at the Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams. By Nate Rosenthal Turley Publications Sports Correspondent SPRINGFIELD - The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame played host to the 2016 Western Massachusetts Senior High School All-Star Game for Divisions 2, 3, and 4 boys on Friday, March 25 at the Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams. Colby Forbush, of Granby, had a big 3-pointer in the early going that helped put the Gray on its path to victory. He scored five of his seven points in the first half. Jason Feliciano represented Hampden Charter School of Science and scored 12 points for the Black team in a solid performance by the Wolves' senior. He would be his team’s second high scorer. The Gray team defeated the Black team 89-65 after building an early lead. In the first 8:00 of the first half. By the break, they led by 18 points. The Grays pulled away somewhat in the second half and got the lead as high as 25 points. They were led, in large part by Arvon Gordon of Renaissance, who scored 20 of his game-high 26 points after the break. The Gray team was guard heavy and that was reflected by their out shooting, where they sunk 10 3-pointers to three for the Blacks. That was the difference in the game. Forbush got into the action early in the game with a 3-pointer and the Grays took an 11-5 lead. They would pull away after that. Jason Feliciano of Hampden Charter helped out his squad with a jumper, but then the Grays took charge with Please see CALLAHAN, Page 19 Page 18 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Sports Ludlow trio helps out Jackets By Dave Forbes Turley Publications Sports Staff Writer SPRINGFIELD – The Ludlow contingent of the AIC baseball team continues to provide a lift for the Yellow Jackets. In the 11-5 win over Post on Tuesday, March 22, it was Alex LaFayette who helped to stir the offensive drink for the Yellow Jackets. In a nine-run explosion in the sixth, Lafayette had a hit and scored a run. Then in the eighth, he laced a double to the gap in left-center to chase home a run. He finished the game 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Fellow Ludlow resident Brett Bohl was 1for-4 with a run scored. Bohl was 3-for-6 in a doubleheader against Mercy on Sunday, March 20, but the Yellow Jackets came out on the short end of both games. LaFayette was 1-for-4 in the first game. Bohl was 0-for-3 with two walks and a run scored in an 8-6 win over Assumption in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday, March 19. LaFayette also had two walks and a run scored. In the second game, Bohl had a hit and two RBIs in an 8-4 loss to Assumption. Freshman Dimitri Bryant, of Ludlow, hurled the final 1 1-3 innings without surrendering a run in a strong performance in the second game of the doubleheader against Assumption. Bohl was 0-for-3 with a run scored and a hit by pitch in a 6-2 loss to Merrimack on Wednesday, March 16. LaFayette drove in Bohl for a run in the first inning and had a stolen base in a 7-2 win over LIU Post on Tuesday, March 15. LaFayette finished the game 2-for-4, while Bohl was 1-for-3 with a hit and two runs scored. Pirog nets game-winner for Blazers Elms College women’s lacrosse senior and Ludlow resident Jillian Pirog netted the game-winning goal in a 14-13 win over Green Mountain on Tuesday, March 22. With the game tied at 13-13 with just under 2:00 left in regulation, Pirog received a pass from a teammate and she snapped off a shot that found the back of the net for the goahead tally. Pirog led the Blazers attack with a teamhigh four goals. Pirog also had two goals for the Blazers in an 18-11 loss to Sage on Thursday, March 17. Through six games played, Pirog is third on the Blazers in goals scored with 12 and fourth in points with 14. McCarthy receives MASCAC Sportsmanship Award Westfield State women’s basketball player and Ludlow resident was recognized by the MASCAC with an outstanding sportsmanship award for the 2015-2016 season. McCarthy finished the season with 54 steals, the third highest for the Owls. In 28 games played, McCarthy averaged 5.4 points per game in 15.3 minutes played. The Owls won the MASCAC postseason title for the third time in program history, and made their fourth NCAA Tournament appearance. Their season came to an end in the opening round of the NCAA Division 3 women's basketball tournament falling to 23rd-ranked Bowdoin College. Westfield finished its season with a 20-8 overall record. A student-athlete from each institution is selected by their coach to be placed on the Sportsmanship Team. Livermore picks up assist for Buccaneers Massachusetts Maritime Academy men’s lacrosse freshman and Ludlow resident Cody Livermore had an assist in a 12-7 loss to Tuesday, March 22. LUDLOW CYO CAPTURES DIVISION 3 CROWN Ludlow 2016 spring varsity schedule BASEBALL Friday, April 8 Tuesday, April 12 Home Amherst Away Pope Francis Thursday, April 14 Tuesday, April 19 Thursday, April 21 Monday, April 25 Tuesday, April 26 Thursday, April 28 Wednesday, May 4 Thursday, May 5 Home Home Home Home Away Away Away Away Monday, May 9 Away Tuesday, May 10 Thursday, May 12 Home Away 4 p.m. 4 p.m. East Longmeadow 4 p.m. Northampton 11 a.m. Chicopee Comp 4 p.m. Pope Francis 4 p.m. Holyoke 4:15 p.m. Central 4 p.m. Minnechaug 4 p.m. Chicopee 7 p.m. (at Szot Park) Putnam (at Blunt Park) 4 p.m. Chicopee 4 p.m. Chicopee Comp (at Rivers Park) 4 p.m. West Springfield (at Forest Park) Saturday, May 14 Away (at West Springfield Middle School) 11 a.m. Longmeadow 4 p.m. Holyoke 4:15 p.m. Central 4 p.m. West Springfield 4 p.m. Palmer (at Legion Field) 7 p.m. Friday, May 27 Away Northampton (at Northampton Baseball Field) 4 p.m. Monday, May 16 Wednesday, May 18 Friday, May 20 Tuesday, May 24 Wednesday, May 25 Home Home Home Home Away SOFTBALL (all home games at Baird Middle School) Tuesday, April 5 Home Northampton 4 p.m. Friday, April 8 Away Chicopee (at Szot Park) 4 p.m. Monday, April 11 Away Longmeadow (at Russell Field) 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 Away E. Longmeadow (at Birchland Park Middle School) 4 p.m. Belchertown 4 p.m. West Springfield 4 p.m. Amherst 4 p.m. Turners Falls 11 a.m. Westfield 4 p.m. Minnechaug 4 p.m. Chicopee Comp 4 p.m. Hampshire 4 p.m. Holyoke 4:15 p.m. South Hadley 4 p.m. Central 4 p.m. South Hadley 4 p.m. Agawam (at Borgatti Field) 4 p.m. Monday, May 23 Away Holyoke 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 25 Home Hampshire 4 p.m. Friday, May 27 Away Chicopee Comp 4 p.m. Friday, April 15 Tuesday, April 19 Thursday, April 21 Friday, April 22 Monday, April 25 Wednesday, April 27 Tuesday, May 3 Thursday, May 5 Monday, May 9 Wednesday, May 11 Friday, May 13 Tuesday, May 17 Thursday, May 19 Away Home Home Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away BOYS TENNIS Tuesday, April 5 Away Longmeadow (at Blinn Tennis Courts) Thursday, April 7 Home South Hadley Tuesday, April 12 Away Minnechaug Wednesday, April 13 Home Belchertown Friday, April 15 Away Amherst Tuesday, April 19 Home Agawam Thursday, April 21 Away Northampton 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at JFK Middle School) 11 a.m. Monday, April 25 Away Chicopee Wednesday, April 27 Tuesday, May 3 Thursday, May 5 Monday, May 9 Home Away Home Away (at Szot Park) Minnechaug Belchertown Chicopee Holyoke 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at CrosierTennis Courts) 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 Home East Longmeadow 4 p.m. Friday, May 13 Thursday, May 19 Friday, May 27 GIRLS TENNIS Monday, April 4 Wednesday, April 6 Friday, April 8 Tuesday, April 12 Thursday, April 14 Tuesday, April 19 Home Agawam 3:30 p.m. Away South Hadley (at Mt. Holyoke College) 4 p.m. Home Northampton 4 p.m. Away Home Home Away Holyoke Pope Francis Amherst South Hadley 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at Mt.Holyoke College) 4 p.m. 4 p.m. Home Belchertown Away Renaissance (at Blunt Park) 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 Away Longmeadow (at Blinn Tennis Courts) 4 p.m. Friday, April 22 Away Northampton Tuesday, April 26 Thursday, April 28 Monday, May 2 Wednesday, May 4 Friday, May 6 Tuesday, May 10 Away Home Home Home Away Away Thursday, May 12 Friday, May 13 Monday, May 16 Wednesday, May 18 Friday, May 20 Tuesday, May 24 Away Home Home Home Home Home 4 p.m. Central 4 p.m. Agawam 5:30 p.m. East Longmeadow 4 p.m. Northampton 4 p.m. Chicopee 4 p.m. Agawam 4 p.m. BOYS TRACK AND FIELD Wednesday, April 6 Home Monday, April 11 Away Thursday, April 21 Away Monday, April 25 Home Tuesday, May 3 Away Monday, May 16 Away East Longmeadow 4 p.m. Minnechaug 4 p.m. Chicopee 12 p.m. Longmeadow 4 p.m. Northampton 4 p.m. Amherst 4 p.m. GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD Friday, April 1 Home Wednesday, April 6 Home Monday, April 11 Home Friday, April 22 Home Monday, April 25 Away Monday, May 2 Home Thursday, May 5 Away Northampton Minnechaug East Longmeadow Chicopee Comp Longmeadow Agawam Spartan Invitational 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at East Longmeadow) 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at JFK Middle School) Minnechaug Sabis South Hadley Westfield West Springfield Pope Francis 11 a.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. (at Forest Park) Monday, May 16 Away Amherst BOYS VOLLEYBALL Friday, April 1 Tuesday, April 5 Thursday, April 7 Monday, April 11 Wednesday, April 13 Friday, April 15 Wednesday, April 20 Friday, April 22 Saturday, April 23 Home Away Home Away Away Away Home Away Away East Longmeadow 5 p.m. West Springfield 5 p.m. Agawam 5 p.m. Chicopee Comp 5 p.m. Westfield 6:15 p.m. Minnechaug 6 p.m. Sabis 5 p.m. Belchertown 5 p.m. Rhody Invitational (at Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I.) 9 a.m. Monday, April 25 Home Putnam 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 Away Sci-Tech 5 p.m. Friday, April 29 Away Wilbraham & Monson Academy 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 3 Home West Springfield 5 p.m. Thursday, May 5 Away Agawam 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 Home Holyoke 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 Home Central 5 p.m. Friday, May 13 Away Sabis 5 p.m. Monday, May 16 Away Chicopee Comp 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 Home Westfield 5 p.m. Friday, May 20 Home Minnechaug 6 p.m. LHS Cheer Clinic TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO LUDLOW - The Ludlow 3rd-4th grade boys CYO basketball team finished the 20152016 season posting a 20-3 record, and winning the Division 3 East Championship game defeating St Marys of Longmeadow in a great game. Pictured front row (from left to right) Tristan Moss and Danny Mckenney. Middle row: Marco Vital, Joey Poehler, Merrill Eldridge , Anthonie Emco , Luca Martins and Darren Zaldivar. Back row: coach Randy Guillen, Brady Guillen, Mason Marques and coach Corey Eldridge. LUDLOW – The Ludlow High School cheerleaders will be hosting a Cheer Clinic for boys and grades in grades K-12 on April 22. The program will take place at the Ludlow High School gymnasium from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will be split into two age groups: K-6 and 7-12. The cost is $35 if you register by April 1 or $40 if you register after that date. The cost is also $35 for LYCA members or if multiple siblings are taking part. Additional cost of $5 for early dropoff (7:30 a.m.). The day includes one-on-one private instruction with a varsity cheerleader. There will be stunting, tumbling, dancing and jumping technique class. A choreographed routine will be performed at the end of the day. Lunch, snacks and drinks are included. Fun games and contests with lots of prizes. For questions or additional information, please contact Ann Van Aller at 413-4784677 or send an e-mail to vanaller6@yahoo.com. People of All Ages Read Newpapers In a typical week two-thirds of young adults age 18-34 read newspapers in print or online. Especially given the fragmentation of other media, newspaper advertising is the best way for advertisers to reach a critical mass of young people in a market. Ryczek assists in win for Black Hawks WATERLOO, Iowa – Ludlow resident Jake Tyczek played a role in the Waterloo Black Hawks 5-0 win over the Chicago Steel on Tuesday, March 22. A power play opportunity cued the Black Hawks offense during the second period. In the waning seconds of an advantage, Ryczek_’s chance from the slot was redirected in by Ronnie Hein at 12:03. March 30, 2016 • Sports NAME Karen Alves Justin Reynolds George Atkins Joann Sigismondo Matt Smith Nancy Carvalho Rachel Saloio Melanie Quintin Jessica Janes Lenny Saloio Darlene Watson Dr. Francis Fenney Andrea Pereira Lauren Dones Kaitlyn Murphy Brett Smith Anabela Blake Jake Zina Connor Doherty Moregan Doherty Alexis Beveu Eddie Perreault Marie Gaudreau Wayne Blake Cathy Weiss Patrick Roy Alec Ostrowski Tyler Quiterio Tabitha Mahoney Grace Barone Nicole Talaia Brendan Nally Ronald Neveu Thomas Dalmolin Maria Calvanese Rui Bernardes John Boutin Denise Gonsalves Lisa Frederick Brian Clapprood Elizabeth Ackley Evan Libby George Libby Cynthia Kopec Jason Getchell Brianna Lefebvre Brian Lefebvre Kathryn Turgeon Katie McNamara Jeremy Morris Lisa Nemeth Christina Dionne Belitza Morales Michelle Gagnon Kathlenn Mateus Nuno Mateus Kelly De Gobbi William Lawlor Tracy Santana Philicity Schultz Jennifer Pike Noelle Fradette Jeff Coelho Alexandra Viera Anne-Marie Blake Steve Nodurf Carol Nodurf Tracy Lafever Bailey Lizzotte Michaela Neylon Nancy Teixeira Sonia Jaworski Ashley Rugiera TOWN Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow Ludlow TIME 59:33 59:38 59:48 59:58 1:00:15 1:00:26 1:00:34 1:00:51 1:00:57 1:01:45 1:01:48 1:01:54 1:01:58 1:02:22 1:02:34 1:02:46 1:02:49 1:03:10 1:03:10 1:03:11 1:03:56 1:04:16 1:04:18 1:04:56 1:04:57 1:05:01 1:05:01 1:05:02 1:05:07 1:05:31 1:06:00 1:06:05 1:06:05 1:06:14 1:06:15 1:06:35 1:06:35 1:06:53 1:06:56 1:07:10 1:07:46 1:08:04 1:08:05 1:09:03 1:09:32 1:10:20 1:10:20 1:10:46 1:10:50 1:10:57 1:11:16 1:11:16 1:11:23 1:12:00 1:12:38 1:12:38 1:13:14 1:13:40 1:13:56 1:15:04 1:15:49 1:15:53 1:16:48 1:17:23 1:18:01 1:18:30 1:18:31 1:23:50 1:24:14 1:24:19 1:33:17 1:34:04 1:34:18 LUDLOW - Hubbard Memorial Library is located at _24 Center Street, _Ludlow. To register for the events, call 413-583-3408. Library hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March is Women's History Month, and the library will be celebrating it every Wednesday with coloring pages of famous women from history - a new page each week! Drop in to the Children’s Department any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to color, or pick one up to do at home! Thursday, March 31 Ready-to-Read Storytime for 5- to 8year-olds: 4 to 5 p.m. Children who have entered grade school start their own journeys towards being readers, but they still love listening to stories! The Gravestone Girls: 6:30 p.m. The Gravestone Girls will present a lecture on the art, history and symbolism of gravestones and the evolution of cemeteries from the 17th century through modern day, tailored to our town through examination of Ludlow’s burial grounds conducted prior to the event by the presenters. Photographs are collected from their exploration and used to build a comprehensive 90-minute presentation. Registration is encouraged. Friday, April 1 3- to 5-year-old storytime: Friday Morning Session. 10 a.m. This event is repeated every seven days until April 29. Attendance is limited to 18 children Minecraft Club for young adults: 3 to 5 p.m. Minecraft players of all skill levels are welcome to bring their own laptops, or are welcome to use one of the library’s five computers to build, play, and create. For middle and high schoolers. Monday, April 4 SKETCHY ATO: 3 to 5 p.m. Drop-in with your sketch pad, grab one of the teen SUE’S CREW from Page 17 a 22-9 run to give them a 45-25 lead with 2:00 left in the half. In that run Forbush had a basket to make it 38-22. The score at halftime was 48-30 Grays. With 4:00 gone in the second half, the Grays had opened up a 26-point lead at 60- ROBERTS from Page 17 Glastonbury, Conn. Their team was randomly selected as the winners from more than 2,000 teams who participated in the Pro-Am Series nationwide. The 2015 National Car Rental PGA ProAm Series was held from March to early December, linking together over 90 tournaments across the 41 PGA of America sections nationwide. The PGA of America and National Car Rental created the Series to help further the PGA’s mission to grow interest 34 and had scored nine of the Gray's 12 points. A seven-point run by the Blacks with Feliciano getting three, cut it back to 19. Over the next 4:00, the margin remained in the 20-point range, though baskets by Forbush and Gordon basket did get it back to 24. Feliciano scored right after Gordon to stop that run. Over the final 3:00, he scored seven of his team's final nine points. and participation in the game of golf at the grassroots level. More than 10,000 amateur golfers participated in last year’s Pro-Am Series. Keegan, Mark and Pat Bradley serve as ambassadors for the Series. The grand-prize VIP golf experience included: a four-day/three-night trip to West Palm Beach, Fla.; round-trip coach class air transportation and hotel accommodations; a $250 gift card for car rental for each team member; a VIP golf experience, including lunch and one round of golf with Keegan, Pat and Mark Bradley; and two additional rounds of golf at a nearby golf course. from Page 1 months after her retirement as Principal at Chapin Street. She served the school as a teacher for 23 years before coming principal in 2011. Sue’s Crew, launched by paraprofessionals and cancer survivors McCready and Patty Almeida, is hosting a benefit on Friday, April 1 at the John Boyle O’Reilly Club in Springfield to aid their fundraising efforts for the American Cancer Society in Pease’s memory. The event will be held on April 1 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., featuring music by the Bill Eagan Band. Tickets, which are $10 each, can be purchased at the door or in advance at Chapin Street Elementary School. There will be roughly 30 different raffles available and snacks will be served. The band will begin playing at 10 p.m. “We were hoping to raise a couple hundred dollars at the benefit,” said McCready. CHAMBER CALLAHAN Register • Page 19 ON THE SHELF AT HUBBARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY Local runners at St. Pat’s race Listed below are the local finishers from the 41st annual St. Patrick’s Day Road Race, which took place in Holyoke on Sunday, March 19. NAME TOWN TIME Benjamin Lasky Ludlow 32:29 Jacob LeBlanc Ludlow 35:21 Robert Landry Ludlow 36:38 Connor Crowley Ludlow 36:51 Ryan Merceri Ludlow 37:25 Sullivan Kennedy Ludlow 37:55 Norm Fuller Ludlow 40:09 Sarah Kelly Ludlow 42:52 Megan Dias Ludlow 43:39 Peter Letendre Ludlow 44:57 David Flowers Ludlow 45:16 Benjamin Farias Ludlow 45:43 James Cardaropoli Ludlow 46:43 Devin Cave Ludlow 47:42 Teresa Czepiel Ludlow 47:53 Savanna Charow Ludlow 47:59 William O’Neill Ludlow 48:32 Lauren Mendoza Ludlow 48:42 Jeremy James Ludlow 49:00 Adam Provost Ludlow 49:09 Jessica Lemieux Ludlow 49:32 Brett MacKenzie Ludlow 49:41 Brayden Quinn Ludlow 49:43 Moe Lavoie Ludlow 50:45 Tori Laires Ludlow 51:09 Kevin DaSilva Ludlow 51:09 Corey Costa Ludlow 51:19 Brian Fuller Ludlow 51:28 William Grassetti Ludlow 51:36 Tyler Bastos Ludlow 51:43 Nathan Zucco Ludlow 51:44 James Pearson Ludlow 51:52 Jim Ryan Ludlow 52:53 Gian Albeice Ludlow 53:05 Nicholas Salvador Ludlow 53:05 Paulina Matusik Ludlow 53:06 Matthew Malave Ludlow 53:39 Morgan Foye Ludlow 53:44 Michael Pio Ludlow 53:52 Damon Markiewicz Ludlow 54:07 Thomas Lee Ludlow 54:42 Joe Jorge Ludlow 54:47 Emily Assarian Ludlow 54:49 Kristen Brillo Ludlow 54:56 Scott Evans Ludlow 55:01 Elisha Homich Ludlow 55:27 Martin Fanning Ludlow 55:30 Lance Koske Ludlow 56:25 Aleasha Ferreira Ludlow 56:30 Michael Turgeon Ludlow 56:31 Celia Neveu Ludlow 56:47 Nina Perez Ludlow 56:54 Christina Martins Ludlow 57:14 Andrew Fernades Ludlow 57:22 Jim Keating Ludlow 57:23 Jeff Braz Ludlow 57:24 Bernadette Leal Ludlow 57:48 Maria Pereira Ludlow 57:54 Andrea Taylor Ludlow 57:58 Manny Gonzales Ludlow 58:10 Timothy Brillo Ludlow 58:13 Lynn Labelle Ludlow 58:16 Bridget Nichols Ludlow 58:25 Samantha Salvador Ludlow 58:26 Kim Lima Ludlow 58:27 Matthew Cloutier Ludlow 58:36 Jennifer Holley Ludlow 58:57 Anthony Elias Ludlow 58:59 Aidan Thompson Ludlow 59:09 Orlando Braz Ludlow 59:10 Laura Dion Ludlow 59:14 Peter Leonczyk Ludlow 59:15 The from Page 11 ence to help others. If you get the opportunity to participate in the Leadership Institute, I highly recommend it," said 2016 graduate Gillian Palmer, business development and group sales coordinator with the Eastern States Exposition. Sessions included "Each Person's Behavior Makes Perfectly Good Sense to Them: We are All Different" which explored how individuals differ in the ways they learn, communicate, lead and follow; and "Leadership Who Get Things Done: The Power of Influence" which focused on influence skills such as reading other people and adapting the message so it will be better understood, understanding the six universal forms of influence and developing political savvy. Since 1982, more than 900 area leaders have graduated from the Institute. Members of this year's class are: Bill Raimondi, Baystate Health, Christopher Savenko, Baystate Health, Sean Nimmons, Big Y Foods, Inc., Gillian Palmer, Eastern section’s comfy chairs, draw anything you want including manga, comics, western, & etc., work on a group story, and/or share your art (if you want) with fellow art maniacs! For middle & high schoolers. Tuesday, April 5 Sing with Me! Music Program for Preschoolers. 10:30 to 11 a.m. If you have a little one who loves music, this program is for them! Join this half-hour of group singing, clapping, and stomping along to favorite kids’ songs, with occasional musical instruments or accompanying books thrown in! No need to register, just drop in! Teen Anime Club: 3 to 6 p.m. Teens 13 and up watch anime movies or episodes of various anime series. Please register for this club in the Children's Department. MOVIE: STAR WARS THE FORCE AWAKENS: 5:30 p.m. See the blockbuster new Star Wars movie on the day it's released on DVD! Shown on our 6' screen with free snacks. Everyone who comes in costume will get a Star Wars-themed prize! You can read more about the movie and its appropriateness for children from Common Sense Media, here. Wednesday, April 6 Story-and-Play for 2-year-olds: 10 a.m. The 45 minute storytime includes 15 minutes for free play, 15 minutes of stories, fingerplays and songs, and 15 minutes of craft and snack time. Please register in the Children's Department or online. Storytime for 3- to 5-year-olds on Wednesday afternoon:. 1:30 p.m. This event is repeated every 7 days until April 27. Attendance is limited to 12; register in the children's department. Thursday, April 7 Ready-to-Read storytime for 5- to 8year-olds: 4 to 5 p.m. Children who have entered grade school start their own journeys towards being readers, but they still love listening to stories! “It’s so difficult to know what to expect, but I think we will be able to do that.” In school, Sue’s Crew has raised funds creatively, by hosting bake sales and opening a snack shop for faculty and staff. “Some people have been really involved in fundraising, others are planning to walk and others have donated money. I would say that almost everyone in the entire school has contributed in some way,” said McCready. Sue’s Crew plans to find special ways to honor Pease while at the Relay for Life, to be held Saturday, June 4 at Ludlow High School. McCready explained that Sue’s Crew will likely set up a putting green, just as Pease used to do when she had a Relay for Life team of her own. Golfing was one of her favorite hobbies. “She was a great person and an important part of our school. It’s important that we do what we can to remember her,” said McCready. States Exposition, Abby Getman, Food Bank of Western Mass., Mahera Chiarizio, HCS Headstart, Inc., Ryan Howard, HCS Headstart, Inc., Terri Lombardo, HCS Headstart, Inc., Naida Lopez, HCS Headstart, Inc., Shawn Teece, HCS Headstart, Inc., Waleska Lugo-DeJesus, Healing Racism Institute of the Pioneer Valley, Steven Facchetti, MassMutual Financial Group, Tina Whitney, MassMutual Financial Group, Melissa Nelson, Medvest LLC dba Doctor's Express, Youssef Fadel, NEPM-New England Promotional Marketing, Latora Godbolt, Ormsby Insurance Agency, Vickie Dempesy, Shriners Hospital for Children, Michael Ehmke, TD Bank, Christopher Scott, TD Bank Julie Fregeau, The Republican, Marlene Johnson, United Personnel, and Mike Murray, Western New England University. Reservations for the graduation are $40 per person and required in advance. Reservations may be made online at www.springfieldregionalchamber.com or by contacting Kara Cavanaugh at 413-7551310 or cavanaugh@springfieldregionalchamber.com. Page 20 • The Register • March 30, 2016 WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNER Photos by Karen Geaghan Photography BANQUET FACILITIES CAKES Chandlers at Yankee Candle – Voted the most romantic restaurant and best wine list in the valley for 10 years. Voted official best family restaurant of Massachusetts. South Deerfield, MA. 413-665-1277 or log onto chandlersyankeecandle.com. Moore Cakes – Beautifully designed and sinfully delicious cakes since 1981. Contact Karen Moore at karenmoorecakes@yahoo.com, 413-436-7350. 47 Hillside Ave., Warren, MA. www.mooreyummycakes.com. CATERERS The Hotel Northampton – Pioneer Valley's only true Grand Ballroom, luxurious guestrooms, two restaurants, award-winning food, on-site parking, steps from unique shops and galleries. 413-587-8105. www. HotelNorthampton.com. UMass Catering – Premier caterer serving the Pioneer Valley with beautiful views in the heart of the UMass Amherst Campus. 413-577-1234. Visit us online at www.umass.edu/catering. Look Park Garden House – Gazebo, Pine Theater and Sanctuary for wedding receptions and ceremonies, meetings, banquets and events for up to 170 people. 300 North Main Street, Rt. 9, Florence, MA. 413-584-2220. www.lookpark.org. Main St. Deli – Specializing in intimate Wedding or Baby Showers in our beautiful Carriage House room.Let us cater your special event in our house or choice of venue. Reasonably priced. 141 Main St., Agawam. 413-821-9881, ask for Joanne. www.mainst-deli.com. Magic Wings Butterfly & Conservatory Gardens – You and your guests will be surrounded by 4,000 beautiful butterflies in a tropical setting anytime of the year! Accommodations for up to 100 for your ceremony and reception. All inclusive wedding packages available. We also host prewedding and rehearsal dinner parties. 281 Greenfield Rd., Scenic Routes 5 & 10, South Deerfield, MA. 413-665-2805. www.magicwings.com. FLORISTS Publick House Historic Inn & Country Lodge – We have been creating picturesque New England weddings for over 230 years. Visit us online at www.publickhouse.com or call 508-347-3313. Sheraton Springfield – One Monarch Place. Your Weekend Wedding Destination; rehearsal dinner, wedding and post nuptial brunch all in the comfort of one location. Newly renovated, atrium style hotel with ballroom seating for up to 500 guests. Complimentary room for the Bride & Groom, Rolls Royce, Centerpieces and Parking included in all packages. Contact Kristen Muszynski, your personal wedding consultant at 413-263-2117 or kmuszynski@sheratonspringfield.com to set up your tour today! Storrowton Tavern – Storrowton Tavern & Carriage House is a landmark area facility located on the grounds of the Eastern States Exposition. The operators of the facility, the Calvanese family, have over 45 years of hospitality experience. They offer beautifully landscaped grounds, terraced patios and an upscale banquet facility that can serve 400 guests. For more information please visit ww.storrowtontavern.com. We are located at 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA 01089. 413.732.4188. info@storrowton.com. Union Station – Northampton’s Union Station was designed by American architect H. H. Richardson in 1886. This historic train depot has been extensively renovated to contain one of the most elegant and unique banquet facilities in all of New England. The Grand Ballroom at Union Station. www.unionstationbanquets.com. The Wherehouse? – Located downtown in historic Holyoke. The most unusual and interesting banquet function facility you’ve ever seen! Call today for your appointment, 413-534-3039. Visit us online at www.the-wherehouse.com. BEAUTY & HEALTH Brooks & Butterfield THE • DAY • SPA – Relaxed. Beautiful. Confident. Voted the Best Day Spa 9 years in a row. 140 Main Street, Northampton. 413-586-0366. www.brooksandbutterfield.com. CAKES Atkins Farms Country Market – For over 20 years, our cakes have been made from scratch, and we use only the highest quality ingredients. Decorated with beautifully hand crafted frosting flowers and topped with probably the best butter cream icing you’ll taste anywhere. Our cake has had rave reviews from our customers from all around the Pioneer Valley where we are also well renowned for our quality baked goods. 253-9528. www.atkinsfarms.com. Atkins Farms Country Market – Atkins Flower Shop is managed by three full-time experienced floral designers to assist you in planning the wedding of your dreams. You can be assured of receiving the excellent service and quality products from the floral department that you have come to expect from Atkins. Their work is beautiful and expertly done and offered to you at prices that are surprisingly reasonable. 253-9528. www.atkinsfarms.com. Otto Florists & Gifts – Traditional or contemporary, elegant or rustic our experienced designers work within your budget to create the wedding of your dreams! Call 413-967-5381 for an appointment. 7 North St., Ware. Sixteen Acres Garden Center – The Floral Shop at Sixteen Acres Garden Center has been servicing Springfield for over 50 years. Our professional staff members aim to provide a service that is unique and tailored to suit individual needs. We provide a complete, high quality range of floral products at competitive prices. The Floral Shop at Sixteen Acres Garden Center offers flowers that are fresh daily and we take great pride in our work. We have arrangements for all different occasions and all budgets. For professional and experienced service please contact us at 413-783-5883. Located at 1359 Wilbraham Rd., Springfield, MA. Visit us on the web at www.16acresgardencenter.com. JEWELERS Silverscape Designs – was founded by Denis Perlman over 30 years ago and is noted for its commitment to showcasing the work of the finest in American handcrafted jewelry & gifts. Silverscape also specializes in custom designs for that perfect piece of jewelry. Silverscape Designs is located at One King St. in Northampton, MA. www.silverscapedesigns.com. Stevens Jewelers & Diamond Gallery – A family operated company with wholesale and retail operations. Buying gold, silver and diamonds, jewelry & watch repair, custom design & remounts. Personalized engraving, appraisals. Visit us at our NEW location 1501 Elm St., West Springfield, MA. 413-731-9800. PHOTOGRAPHY Karen Geaghan Photography – My life, my passion, my love! Specializing in Life Cycle Photography: Weddings, Maternity, Newborn, Children & Families. Doing small things with great love because in the end I believe it's the little things that count the most. Clients become family! Visit me at www.karengeaghanphotos.com or call 413-596-2227 or 537-3001. I would LOVE to hear from you! RENTALS Michael’s Party Rentals – We have a tent for your event and so much more. With over 15 years of experience, Michael's is your one stop shop for all your rental needs. From tents, tables and chairs to glassware and linens we have you covered for any occasion. Call us today for a quote 413-589-7368 or visit us on the web at michaelspartyrentals.com. March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 21 Legals CARE AND PROTECTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (UNKNOWN PARENT(S) DOCKET NUMBER: 15CP0192WC COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Worcester County Juvenile Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2000 TO: Villalon Rodriguez and/or father of Jondreus Leroy Rodriguez A petition has been presented to this court by the DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (Worcester), seeking, as to the following child(ren), Jondreus L. Rodriguez, that said child(ren) be found in need of care and protection and committed to the Department of Children and Families. The court may dispense the rights of the person named herein to receive notice of or to consent to any legal proceeding affecting the adoption, custody, or guardianship or any other disposition of the child(ren) named herein, if it finds that the child(ren) is/are in need of care and protection and that the best interests of the child(ren) would be served by said disposition. You are hereby ORDERED to appear in this court, at the court address set forth above, on the following date and time: 05/10/2016, 09:30 AM Pre Trial Conference (CR/CV) You may bring an attorney with you. If you have a right to an attorney and if the court determines that you are indigent, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. If you fail to appear, the court may proceed on that date and any date thereafter with a trial on the merits of the petition and an adjudication of this matter. For further information call the Office of the ClerkMagistrate at 508-831-2000. WITNESS: Hon. Carol A. Erskine FIRST JUSTICE Craig D. Smith Clerk-Magistrate DATE ISSUED: 03/01/2016 3/16,3/23,3/30/16 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Board of Assessors is accepting sealed proposals for the implementation of a 3 year revaluation plan for all classes of property until 4:00 pm on April 6, 2016 at their office located at 488 Chapin St. Ludlow, at which time the proposals will be opened. Copies of the Request for Proposals may be obtained on the town’s website at www.ludlow.ma.us. Only hard copies of the proposals will be accepted. The Ludlow Board of Assessors will be awarding authority. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. The award of the contract is subject to funding by the Town of Ludlow. 3/23,3/30,4/6/16 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing in Ludlow Town Hall, 488 Chapin Street, Board of Selectmen Conference Room, third floor, on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM on the application of John Massa, for the Property Located at 287 Miller Street, Ludlow, MA (Assessors Map 27, Parcel 19, Zoning: Agricultural). The subject of the hearing is a Special Permit to construct a 3,362 square foot addition by varying Ludlow Town Bylaw 3.4.2b. Anthony W. Jarvis, Chairman 3/23,3/30/16 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing in Ludlow Town Hall, 488 Chapin Street, Board of Selectmen Conference Room, third floor, on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 7:30 PM on the application of Michael Paquette, for the Property Located at 51-59 Howard Street, Ludlow, MA (Assessors Map 12D, Parcel 197, Zoning: Residential-B). The subject of the hearing is a Special Permit to divide the property into two parcels with relief of Table 2 of the Table of Dimensional Regulations. Anthony W. Jarvis, Chairman 3/23,3/30/16 LEGAL NOTICE – SITE PLAN The Ludlow Planning Board will hold a public hearing in Ludlow Town Hall, Selectmen’s Conference Room on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. on the application of Borrego Solar Systems, Inc. (Attn: Steve Long), for property located at 1071 Center Street, Ludlow, MA (Assessors’ Map 24, Parcels 60, 60E, 61) for the purpose of the construction of a large scale ground mounted solar photovoltaic installation on three adjacent lots. The total system size will be approximately 4.5MW DC. The plans (if applicable) and application information are on file in the Planning Board Office for inspection. Joseph Queiroga Chairman 3/30,4/7/16 LEGAL NOTICE – SPECIAL PERMIT / HOME OCCUPATION The Ludlow Planning Board will hold a public hearing in Ludlow Town Hall, Selectmen’s Conference Room on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. on the application of Anabela B. Fernandes of 96 Clearwater Circle, Ludlow, MA for Home Office – property management company (Elite Contracting Services LLC). Site plans, if applicable, are on file for inspection in the Planning Board Office. Joseph Queiroga Chairman 3/30,4/6/16 NOTICE OF PLANNING BOARD HEARING Relative to PROPOSED ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENTS Pursuant to G.L. c. 40A, § 5 LEGAL NOTICE – ZONE CHANGE The Planning Board of the Town of Ludlow will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the town’s zoning bylaws. The public hearing will be held as follows: Place: Ludlow Town Hall, Selectmen’s Confer- ence Room, 3rd floor Date: Thursday, April 14, 2016 Time: 8:00 p.m. Applicant: Jose C. Alves Location: Alden Street (Assessors’ Map 40 – Parcels 82 & 84A) The subject matter of the proposed amendment is as indicated below. The complete text and maps relative to the proposed amendments are available for inspection during regular business hours in the Planning Board Office and Town Clerk’s Office. Zone Change Requested from: Agricultural to Residence A Reason for Requested Change: Rezone two parcels for additional building lots Joseph Queiroga Chairman 3/30,4/6/16 NOTICE OF PLANNING BOARD HEARING Relative to PROPOSED ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENTS Pursuant to G.L. c. 40A, § 5 LEGAL NOTICE – ZONE CHANGE The Planning Board of the Town of Ludlow will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the town’s zoning bylaws. The public hearing will be held as follows: Place: Ludlow Town Hall, Selectmen’s Conference Room, 3rd floor Date: Thursday, April 14, 2016 Time: 7:15 p.m. Applicant: John T. Medeiros (M/W Realty Trust) Location: 12 Carmelinas Circle (Assessors’ Map 26 – Parcel 9B) The subject matter of the proposed amendment is as indicated below. The complete text and maps relative to the proposed amendments are available for inspection during regular business hours in the Planning Board Office and Town Clerk’s Office. Zone Change Requested from: Part Industrial A and Business A to all Industrial A Reason for Requested Change: To unify the zoning in keeping with the adjacent properties in the industrial park. Joseph Queiroga Chairman 3/30,4/6/16 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Conservation Commission has scheduled a Public Meeting under W.P.A. (M.G.L. Ch. 131, § 40) in Ludlow Town Hall, 1st floor, Hearing Room 1, for Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 6:50 p.m. on the Request for Determination of Please check the accuracy of your legal notice prior to submission (i.e., date, time, spelling). Also, be sure the requested publication date coincides with the purpose of the notice, or as the law demands. Thank you. Applicability application of Cynthia Boettner, Silvio O. Conte Nat. Fish & Wildlife Refuge for the property located at Wade Pond and the Ludlow Stony Brook Wildlife Management area, Map 6, Parcel 7. The subject of the meeting is: Remove invasive aquatic plants (water chestnuts) by hand from these wetland areas. Jason Martowski Chairman 3/30/16 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing under W.P.A. (M.G.L. Ch. 131, § 40) and Town of Ludlow Bylaws, Chapter XV in Ludlow Town Hall, 1st floor, Hearing Room 1 on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. on the Notice of Intent Application of Borrego Solar Systems for the property located at 1071 Center Street, Ludlow (Assessors Map 24, Parcel 60, 60E & 61) The subject of the hearing is: Construction of a 3,869 kw (DC), ground mounted, photovoltaic solar array. Jason Martowski Chairman 3/30/16 Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Division 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-8600 Docket No. HD15P2495EA Estate of: George Frederick Finch, Jr. Also Known As: George F. Finch, Jr. Date of Death: September 14, 2015 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Linda A. Finch of Ludlow MA, a Will has been admit- ted to informal probate. Linda A. Finch of Ludlow MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. 3/30/16 Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Docket No. HD15P0743EA Estate of: Maria L Amaral Also known as: Maria Amaral Date of Death: 04/26/2011 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by John L Amaral of Ludlow MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. It’s not just about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen. DO IT! ADVERTISE TODAY! Your Ad Rep is Tracy Whitney 413-283-8393, x243 The Reg ster Local news. Local stories. Local advertisers. F Vol 69 • No 16 • Wednesday, June 18 The Petitioner requests that: John L Amaral of Ludlow MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 04/18/2016. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Anne M Geoffrion, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 21, 2016 Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate 3/30/16 Page 22 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Obituaries Diolinda Costa, 92 DEATH NOTICES Costa, Diolinda (Rodrigues) Died: March 27, 2016. Funeral Services: Mass April 2, 2016. Our Lady of Fatima Church, Ludlow. Freitas, Jeffrey S. Died: March 26, 2016. Funeral Services: April 2, 2016. Ludlow Funeral Home. Monteiro, Armand D. Died: March 26, 2016. Funeral Services: March 31, 2016. Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, Ludlow. The Ludlow Register Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $89, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: obits@turley.com. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. In Loving Memory of Richard Malek Richard, my wonderful husband. You continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved you. Your amazing sense of humor, your kindness, your talents as an educator/hockey coach for Ludlow High School, and most of all, your sentimentality and love for the simple pleasures of life, were precious gifts to all who knew you. You are in God’s hands now. “I love you more” Your wife, Diane CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS NOTICE LUDLOW – Diolinda (Rodrigues) Costa, 92, a lifelong resident of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 27, at Care One/Redstone Nursing Center in East Longmeadow. Diolinda (Dee or Diol) was the daughter of Manuel and Emilia Rodrigues, Portuguese immigrants who raised their family on Duke Street in Ludlow in the home where Diolinda was born. After Dee married her husband, August Costa, they moved into a new home in Ludlow and started a family, having a daughter, Carol and son, David. Diolinda lived at home in Ludlow until a year and a half ago, when health issues prompted her move to Keystone Assisted Living in Springfield and, more recently, to Care One/Redstone in East Longmeadow. She is survived by her loving husband of nearly 67 years, August (Augie or Gus); her daughter, Carol, a retired educator, of Springfield; her son, David, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and health care administrator of Woodbridge, Virginia, and his wife, Carol; her beloved granddaughter Karen of Woodbridge, Virginia, her brother, Candido (Candy) of Springfield, her sister, Clara Rodrigues of Ludlow; nieces, nephews and other extended family; and her devoted companion, Rocky, the family poodle of great distinction. Diolinda was predeceased by her parents Manuel and Emilia Rodrigues of Ludlow, her brother, Raphael (Ray) of Rockport, her sister Mary Pasko of Chicopee, and her brother Victor (Vic or Pete) of Ludlow. Diolinda graduated from Ludlow High School and then worked at Ludlow Manufacturing (the Ludlow Mills) until the birth of her second child. She then filled her life with all the honorable labors of motherhood and homemaking. Later in life she was employed at Arrow Elastic Corporation in Springfield, where she enjoyed friendships and working relationships with many other employees from similar backgrounds. Diolinda was extremely devoted to her family and home. She was proud of her children's careers and loved spending time with them. She loved to host extravagant holiday dinners for her larger family, and she spent many hours helping family members with cooking, landscaping, shoveling, and other tasks. Her home was meticulous inside and out, and she also became masterful at cooking and baking and maintaining traditional Portuguese recipes. She loved her shrubs and flower/vegetable gardens, and she became uniquely talented at crochet, creating many beautiful pieces that she shared with family. Her pride in her crochet work was as extraordinary as her talent. She also was pleased to maintain proficiency in the Portuguese language. Diolinda's faith was important to her, and she was a loyal parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Church for many years. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Ludlow Funeral Home, 432 East St. in Ludlow. Calling hours will be Friday evening, April 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 438 Winsor St. in Ludlow on Saturday, April 2, at 10 a.m., with burial at St. Aloysius Cemetery on Berkshire Avenue in Indian Orchard. The family wishes to extend thanks to the wonderful staff who provided Diolinda with such attentive and loving care. proud Godfather to his nephew, Gabriel and loved every second of time he spent playing with him. Jeffery was the beloved son of Sergio and Marli (Souza) Freitas, of Ludlow; a loving brother to Michael Freitas, Jonas Carvalho, and Simone Carvalho, all of Ludlow; the cherished grandson of Ireneu Freitas and late wife Maria, and Maria (daConceicao) Souza and late husband Jose Reginaldo Souza; an adoring uncle to Melissa, Anthony, Jonas, Kayla, and Godson Gabriel; and also leaves many loving, aunts, uncles, extended family members, and dear friends. Funeral services for Jeff are on Saturday, April 2 at 11:45 a.m. from Ludlow Funeral Home with Liturgy of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. in St. Elizabeth Parish followed by interment in the Most Holy Redeemer Mausoleum at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visiting hours will precede the funeral service on Saturday from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. and in lieu of flowers, donation may be made in Jeff's memory to benefit his godson, Gabriel Freitas to Westfield Bank, c/o Iwona Freitas 237 South Westfield St., Feeding Hills, MA 01030. For additional information, visit ludlowfuneralhome.com. Springfield College, Westfield State University, Williams College, Amherst College, Baystate West and Eastfield Mall. He retired from the company after many years of service. He was a devoted member of St. Elizabeth’s Parish in Ludlow. Armand is survived by his loving wife Simone (Fuchs) Monteiro of Ludlow; three sons, David Monteiro of Ludlow, Anthony Monteiro and his wife, Dorothy of Brimfield, Chris Monteiro and his wife, Jeanine of Southport, Connecticut; and a daughter, Lisa Asta-Ferrero and her husband, Ronald of Ludlow. He also leaves five beloved grandchildren, Nicholas, Melanie, Tallis, and CJ Monteiro, and Rebecca Joslin. Armand is also survived by his brother, Tony Monteiro and his wife, Dolores of Springfield; and his sisters, Mary Coelho and Zora Gonsalves, both of Ludlow, along with several nieces and nephews. Sadly, he was predeceased by his sister, Luisa Monteiro and his brothers-in-law, Manuel Coelho and Manuel Gonsalves. Visiting Hours at the funeral home will be Thursday, March 31 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Funeral services celebrating Armand’s life will be held Thursday, March 31 at 10 a.m. at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, 64 Sewall St., Ludlow, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth’s Parish, Hubbard St., Ludlow. Rites of Committal with Military Honors will follow at Hillcrest Park Cemetery, Parker Street, Springfield. In lieu of flowers, donations in Armand’s memory may be made to: St. John the Baptist School Scholarship Fund, 207 Hubbard St., Ludlow, MA 01056; the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014 or the Pioneer Valley USO, 100 Walker Ave., (Westover ARB), Chicopee, MA 01020. For more information, visit kapinosmazurfh.com. Jeffrey Souza Freitas, 20 LUDLOW – Jeffrey Souza Freitas, 20, beloved son of Sergio and Marli Freitas, was sadly taken from this life too soon on March 26, 2016. Born in Springfield on Aug. 22, 1995, Jeff was a lifelong Ludlow resident where he attended Ludlow High School. He worked at Ruby Tuesday's and was very athletic with a passion for playing soccer and basketball; and also loved to play video games. Jeff was always very polite, kind hearted, and a joy to be around. He was a jokester and enjoyed spending time with his closeknit family; but most of all, he was the Armand D. Monteiro, 82 LUDLOW – Armand D. Monteiro, 82, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 26, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was affectionately known as “Brankie” and “Grandpa” to his grandchildren. Son of the late Antonio Souza Monteiro and Candida (Pires) Monteiro, he was born in Ludlow on Feb. 3, 1934. Armand was educated in local schools and proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed in Trois Fontaines, France, and was honorably discharged in 1958 after four years of service. A lifelong Ludlow resident, Armand worked for many years as an electrician. He was a proud member of the IBEW Local # 7; a well-respected union worker and Superintendent of B. J. Harland Electric Co., Inc of East Longmeadow. He supervised jobs at Kmart in Palmer, ERRORS: Each advertiser is requested to check their advertisement the first time it appears. This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. Sympathy Floral Arrangements Cemetery Memorials ✦ Markers Granite Benches Religious Statuary ✦ Outdoor Display Custom & Traditional Designs Randalls Farm & Greenhouse 631 Center Street, Ludlow 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net MEMORIALS haluchsmemorials.com RAY HALUCH INC. 1014 Center St ❙ Ludlow, MA ❙ 583-6508 March 30, 2016 • Datebook What’s happening... FRIDAY, APRIL 1 PAINT AND SIP NIGHT: St. John the Baptist School, Ludlow, is set for another fun-filled paint and sip night on Friday, April 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. This family-friendly evening will take place in the parish center. The cost per ticket is $25 and is open to both adults and children. Ticket price includes a drink ticket for a beer, wine or Shirley Temple and one glass to paint. Adults will paint a wine glass and children will paint a water glass. Invite your family and friends for a fun night out. Reserve your spots early. Please make checks payable to St. John the Baptist School. Any questions can be directed to Laurie Smith on FB, 413-366-1SJB or fsa@sjbludlow.org. Beer, wine, soda, pizza and cheese and crackers will be available for purchase during the evening. SATURDAY, APRIL 2 SCOUTS HOST SPAGHETTI SUPPER: Ludlow Boy Scouts Troop 180 will hold their 24th Annual Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, April 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Parish, SJB Parish Center, Hubbard Street, Ludlow. The cost is $6 for adults, $4 for children. SPAGHETTI DINNER: Faith Community Chapel is holding a spaghetti dinner to benefit three teenagers and two chaperons participating in a Haiti Work & Witness team traveling to Haiti to build the hurricane destroyed home of a Haitian pastor and bring soccer equipment to the children of Haiti. Each participant must raise a portion of the money to rebuild the destroyed home plus their own transportation and expenses. The dinner is Saturday, April 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church, 485 East St. in Ludlow. The dinner includes meatballs, sauce, pasta, salad, Italian bread, beverage and dessert. There will be a bake sale also. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased in advance from a church member or by calling the church, 583-7875 or Pastor Douglas Fish at 617-5497087. More information is available by emailing Justin Wenners at justinwenners@gmail.com. THURSDAY, APRIL 7 DRIVE THRU DINNER: The next St Elizabeth Parish Youth Ministry Drive thru Dinner will be held on Thursday, April 7 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dinner choices are chicken parmesan, eggplant parmesan, pasta, salad and a roll. Cost is $7.50 per individual serving or a family meal deal of $25 for 4 servings (mix and match). To place your order please contact Lisa Saloio at 459-7435 or via email at rsaloio@juno.com. All proceeds benefit the Youth Ministry. UPCOMING GRP CAFÉ OPEN MIC: Join Greene Room Productions for a night out on the town! This month's Cafe Open Mic fundraiser is Friday, April 8 at the Polish Club on Bliss Street in Monson. The featured band will be The Great Decay who will start off the festivities. Light concessions, beer, soda, water and more are available. All ages welcome. Grab a friend, your instruments, and your voice. Sign-ups start at 6:45 p.m. and the evening begins at 7 p.m. $5 donation at the door goes to support the rental of our theater storage and building space. ELECTRONIC WASTE DAY: Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to noon and open to the public. Easy drive through drop off at Baird Middle School, 1 Rooney Road, Ludlow. Accepted free of charge: cell phones, PDAs and pagers, power strips, cameras, ink cartridges and toner, batteries; $5 for small kitchen appliances, sewing machines, printers, scanners, office machines, copiers, fax machines, bulk computer peripherals, bulk batteries, radios and stereos, VCR, CD and DVD players, paper shredders, terminals, laptops, electric razors, etc. Also Computer monitors, flat screens, terminals $15; All televisions $25; unit with Freon $25. NOT ACCEPTED: Large refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, treadmills, grills, large power / yard equipment. Fundraiser to support the Go Green Club at Baird Middle School. Questions? Contact Natalina Tulik 530-5966 or Kerry Ouimette 530-0611. FUNDRAISER FOR ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION: The Pioneer Valley Friends of Alzheimer’s Association will be holding a Fundraiser at the Log Cabin on Saturday, April 9 at 6 p.m. The festivities will include live entertainment, great food, and wonderful raffles. Entertainment will include the Sarah the Fiddler Band, Richie Mitnick and Friends, and other performers. Tickets are $45 per person. To purchase tickets, please contact Claudette Smart at 413-636-5462 or cchaddansm@gmail.com. Please make checks payable to: PVFAA at P.O. Box 164, Agawam, MA 01001. ST. ELIZABETH PARISH’S monthly spaghetti supper will be held on Tuesday, April 12 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the SJB Pastoral Center. The cost is $6 per person for adults and $4 for children 10 and under with a family cap for immediate household of $18. A CELEBRATION BENEFIT FOR ED AND MARILYN HARYASZ: Saturday, April 16 at 6 p.m. at Christ the King Center, Ludlow. Pasta dinner, music, raffles and prizes. Tickets are $20 for adults, children under 12 $10 and under 3 are free. For more information and tickets please call Jim Martin 583-6339, Elaine 374-3641, or Joan 547-6045. THE 25TH ANNUAL AUCTION FOR THE LUDLOW COMMUNITY CENTER/Randall Boys & Girls Club will Please see DATEBOOK, Page 24 The Register • Page 23 Church Directory Week of March 30-April 5 Christ the King Church 41 Warsaw Ave., Ludlow 413-583-2630 Pastor Rev. Raymond A. Soltys Saturday Vigil Masses – 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday Masses – 7:30 a.m.; 8:45 a.m. (Polish); 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Sunday Evening Mass – 5:30 p.m. Faith Community Chapel A Church of the Nazarene 485 East St., Ludlow 413-583-7875 Pastor Rev. Douglas E. Fish Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship for all ages; 11 a.m. Sunday Worship Service. Monday “There’s H.O.P. E. (Having Our Paths Encouraged” a weekly support group, 7 to 8:30 p.m., St. Francis Hall. These positive, faith based, peer group meetings purpose to encourage and support those who struggle with hurts, hang-ups and habits. H.O.P.E. meetings are anonymous and confidential. Contact Ann (text only) at 413_519_4591 Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Prayer meeting Spaghetti Supper, Saturday, April 2, 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets in advance are $6 www.faithcommunitychapel.org. Harvest Bible Chapel 500 Chapin St., Ludlow 413-547-1080 Services are held at 10 a.m. each Sunday at Ludlow High School. Children’s church and nursery are available. For more information, visit www.harvestwesternmass.org. Immaculate Conception Church 24 Parker St., Indian Orchard 413-543-3627 Pastor Rev. Stanley Sokol Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Sunday Masses – 9:15 a.m. (English) beginning with Nov. 1; 11:15 a.m. (Polish); 5 p.m. (English) Monday and Wednesday Morning Masses – 9 a.m. Thursday Daily Masses – 5 p.m. Friday Mass – 9:30 a.m. Saturday Mass – 9 a.m. (Polish), Vigil Mass – 4:15 p.m. (English) Vigil Mass on Holy Days of Obligation – 7 p.m. Holy Day of Obligation Masses – 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima Parish 438 Winsor St., Ludlow 413-583-2312 Father Vitor Oliveira Sunday Masses – 9 a.m. (Portuguese); 11 a.m. (English) Monday and Wednesday Morning Masses – 8:30 a.m. (Portuguese) Tuesday and Friday Masses – 5:30 p.m. (Portuguese) Saturday Vigil Mass – 4 p.m. (English) First Saturday of the Month – 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit ourladyoffatimaparish.org. Orchard Covenant Church 95 Berkshire St. Indian Orchard, MA 01151 413-543-4204 Rev. Nancy Ebner, pastor Sunday School – 9:45 a.m. for all ages Worship: 11 a.m., coffee hour follows Gamblers Anonymous: Sunday at 6 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous: Monday at 7 p.m. Community Lunch (free) – Wednesday at noon Choir practice – Wednesday at 7 p.m. Men’s Fellowship Breakfast –The third Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.orchardcovenant.org. St. Elizabeth Parish 191 Hubbard St., Ludlow 413-583-3467 Pastor – Rev. Msgr. Homer P. Gosselin In Residence – Rev. Norman Bolton Deacons, Normand Grondin, Thomas Rickson, Keith Davies (Robert Duval, retired) Wednesday, March 30 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 3 p.m. Youth Ministry – (JR/ER); 6 p.m. Evening Prayer – (C); 6:30 p.m. Scripture Reflection – (ZR); 6:30 p.m. Holy Mother Choir Rehearsal – (C); 6:30 p.m. Parent meeting for First Communion – (FLBH); 7 p.m. Just 5 Days planning meeting – (JR). Thursday, March 31 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6:15 p.m. Life Teen Choir Rehearsal – (C); 7 p.m. R.C.I.A. – (ZR). Friday, April 1 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6 p.m. Evening Prayer – (C). Saturday, April 2 – 4 p.m. No Mass – (C); 5 p.m. Boy Scouts Spaghetti Dinner – (FLBH/K). Sunday, April 3 – 7:30 a.m. Mass – (C); 9:15 a.m. Mass – (C); 11 a.m. Mass – (C); 4 p.m. Life Teen – (FLBH); 5 p.m. Mass – (C); 7 p.m. Venture Crew – (ER). Monday, April 4 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6 p.m. Evening Prayer – (C). Tuesday, April 5 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6 p.m. Tiger Cubs – (ER); 7 p.m. St. Rita Choir Rehearsal – (C). Saint Jude’s Mission Church 221 Main St., Indian Orchard Fr. William Pomerleau, Pastor 413-782-8041 Please note: services for St. Jude’s Mission Church are now taking place at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 407 Boston Road, Springfield. Saturday Mass – 4 p.m. Spanish Mass – Sundays at noon Sunday Mass – 8:15 – 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass – Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 7 a.m. Tuesday: 6 p.m. Confessions in Spanish; 6:30 p.m. Adoration of Blessed Sacrament in Spanish Thursday: 6:30 p.m. Reconciliation Schedule: Saturday 3:15 to 3:45 p.m. or by appointment. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church 123 Hubbard St., Ludlow 413-583-5754 Rev. Linda Peabody Pastor’s office hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Tuesdays – AA 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays – AA 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. *Check out our website at stpaulsumcludlow.org Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church 45 Newbury St. Ludlow, MA 01056 Phone Number: 413-583-2140 Rev. Fr. Robert Markovitch, Pastor Sunday Divine Liturgy (Holy Mass) at 8 a.m. Please join us and introduce yourself if you are visiting! Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church 45 Newbury St. Ludlow, MA 01056 Phone: 413-583-2140 Pastor: Father Andriy Krip Please join us at any or all of the listed services. You are most welcome at our parish, as we celebrate the beautiful Liturgies and Services of Holy Week and Easter. Come and see how Eastern Catholics commemorate the Death and Resurrection of our Lord. Please introduce yourself if you are visiting! Schedule of Services for Holy Week and Easter: Palm Sunday – March 20 Mass – 8 a.m. Monday of Holy Week – March 21 Liturgy of Presanctified Gifts – 6 p.m. Holy Thursday – March 24 Passion Gospels Service – 6 p.m. Good Friday – March 25 Vespers with Liturgy for the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, including the procession and placement of the Holy Shroud in the Tomb – 5 p.m. Holy Saturday – March 26 Vespers with Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great – 9 a.m. Easter Sunday – March 27 Service at the Tomb – 8:45a.m. Resurrection Matins – 9 a.m. Easter Mass with Blessing of Easter Foods to follow – 9:30 a.m. Bright Monday- March 28 – 9 a.m. Mass Bright Tuesday- March 29 – 6 p.m. Mass The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 584 West St., Ludlow 413-583-8454 Sunday Services: 10 to 11 a.m. – Combined Family Service Adult Classes: 11 a.m. to noon – Adult Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. – Adult Religious/ Marriage and Parenting Classes for Men; Noon to 1 p.m. – Adult Religious/ Marriage and Parenting Classes for Women. Children’s Classes: (Ages 3-11) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday School and Singing Time; Teen Classes (Ages 1218); 11 a.m. to noon Teen Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Women; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Men; Young Single Adults: (ages 18-30); 11 a.m. to noon Teen Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Single Adult Women; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Single Adult Men. A Novena to St. Peregrine, patron saint for those with cancer, takes place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Mary Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Blvd., Springfield. Cancer patients, cancer survivors, friends of cancer victims, and the general public are invited to attend. The First Church in Ludlow 859 Center St. 413-583-3339 and 413-583-6834 Rev. Robyn Burns, Interim Pastor Office hours: Monday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday 1 to 4 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m. to noon Visit our website at www.ludlowfirst.com. Anyone is welcome at The First Church in Ludlow to come in for some peace, quiet and contemplation, and to take a “time out” from the bustle of life. Please join us in solitude or in fellowship. Worship Service – 9:30 a.m. Sunday mornings. Church School – Nursery, coffee hour after the Service. Tuesday 4 to 6 p.m., Prayer vigil; everyone invited. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Scouts. Wednesday, 8 p.m. AA. Thursday, 7 p.m. Choir. Plarning meets on the first and third Thursday of the month in the morning and the second and fourth Thursday in the evening. Plarning will take place on the following dates: April 7 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; and April 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The new Thrift Shop at First Church will be open Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, and after Sunday services. Hall rental available. Union Church of Christ (United Church of Christ) 51 Center St., Ludlow 413-583-5717 Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey K. Erb Worship Service and Sunday School: Sunday, 10 a.m. (Fellowship hour following) Office Hours: Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon Choir Practice: Sunday, 9 a.m. Page 24 • The Register • March 30, 2016 DATEBOOK from Page 23 be held Saturday, April 23 at the Ludlow Country Club at 6 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun-filled evening providing auction bidding hopefuls with an array of opportunities to bid on, and win, numerous Silent and Live auction items, such as round trip Jet Blue airline tickets, Sports Tickets and memorabilia, Disney Hopper passes, Billy Joel tickets, Robert Charles Photography package, Designer Bags and much, much more. Auction guests will also enjoy a delicious dinner with dessert followed by Celebrity Auctioneer John O’Brien from Rock 102 conducting the Live Auction portion of the evening. For information about purchasing tickets please call Traci Heath at 583-2072 ext. 204 or visit www.ludlowbgc.org. Tickets are $50 a person and are on sale at the Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls or on our website. SAVE THE DATE for the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge. This year, the committee of the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Fitness Challenge combined their efforts with members of the Ludlow Police Department’s Special Response Team to host the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge. The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge is a race inspired by the preceding Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Fitness Challenge which honored the life of Sgt. Desforges, a United States Marine that was killed in combat in Afghanistan in May 2010. This event will offer activity for all ages and abilities. It will be kicked off on Saturday, April 30 with a kids race beginning at 9 a.m. followed by the Walk OR Run Challenge at 10:30 a.m. Paul Baird Middle School Student Community Service Club will be in attendance to offer free face painting and some musical entertainment will be provided by members of the Ludlow High School and Baird Middle School Bands. Registration can be done at active.com. Further information will be available in the near future. ONGOING MANY OF US ARE AFFECTED BY A LOVED ONE SUFFERING FROM DRUG ABUSE. The Michael J. Dias Foundation sponsors a support group for families and friends trying to cope. This group is held at Health South in Ludlow on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. A safe and confidential environment is provided for participants to receive the support and understanding they need. All are welcome. Valuable resources can be found on the Stop Addiction page of the mass.gov website or by calling 1-800-327-5050. TRIPS ST. ELIZABETH PARISH OF LUDLOW IS SPONSORING THE FOLLOWING TRIPS: ST. ELIZABETH PARISH OF LUDLOW IS SPONSORING THE FOLLOWING TRIPS: THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST – A 10-day four-star tour, July 14 to July 23, featuring Seattle (Pike Place Market, Space Needle, Boeing Aviation Center, etc.), Mount St. Helens Visitors Center, the Oregon Coast, (Portland, sightseeing, Oregon Dunes, Spruce Goose aircraft, Rogue River jetboat, etc.), and the California Coast (from the Redwood National Park to Eureka and sightseeing in San Francisco). $3,199 (pp doubles) includes air, hotels, 15 meals, transfers, sightseeing and more. MAGNIFICENT CITIES OF CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE – A 14-day four-star tour (Sept. 25 to Oct. 8) featuring Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Krakow and Warsaw. $4,199 (pp doubles) includes air, hotels, 18 meals, transfers, sightseeing and much more. For information, contact Jim Martin at 413-583-6339 or at jamesmartin47@verizon.net. CHRIST THE KING will present the following trips: all include motorcoach transportation: June 12 to 13 – Turning Stone Resort and Casino – Overnight accommodations, two meals, two casino bonuses, all taxes and gratuities – $168 per person double; July 11 to 13 – Penn Dutch and “Samson” – includes overnight accommodations, four meals, tours, attractions, all taxes and gratuities $429 per person double; Aug. 3 – “The Texas Tenors” at Foxwoods – reserved seating, free lunch buffet, $10 slot play, all taxes and gratuities $85; and Aug. 13 – Long Island Sound Lighthouse Cruise – narrated Lighthouse Cruise, Dinner, all taxes and gratuities $99. Call Sue Brown for more information 413-335-2297. LONDON AND PARIS. Visit London and Paris from May 25 to June 1. Rates are $4,049/per person/double. Included in the price: r/t transportation and air from Logan, 9 meals, Seine river cruise and dinner at the Eiffel Tower, Eurostar train from Paris to London, matinee at one of the West End theatres and more. RIVER CRUISE. Join St. Patrick’s Travel Group on a trip along the Rhine and Mosele Rivers from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland from Sept. 24 through Oct. 2, 2016. For information and/or brochure, call Marion at 536-2185. MARY MOTHER OF HOPE CHURCH will host the following trips: PHILADELPHIA AND TWO SHOWS: May 4 through 6. "SAMSON" at the Sight & Sound Theater, the "Crooners Show" at the American Music Theater and more; plus a guided tour of PHILADELPHIA. The cost is $405 per person. To reserve a seat, call Sylvia at 413-594-2757. QUABBIN VALLEY TWIRLERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB is sponsoring a bus trip to LAKE GEORGE, NEW YORK on Aug. 28. Enjoy a Sunday champagne brunch cruise with a generous buffet, cruise the lake with a narration by the captain. 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Page 26 • The Register • March 30, 2016 Buzzin’ from Town to Town Classifieds ✦ Turley Publications’ Community Marketplace Help Wanted Real Estate PART TIME LPN, MAP certified or CNA capable of becoming Med Certified at BH for Med pour-pass and direct care. PART-TIME Kitchen + Dining Room Service 4 Hrs PART-TIME housekeeping + direct care Possible live-in position for LPN, CNA or Housekeeper Brookhaven Assisted Care, 19 West Main St., West Brookfield, MA 508-612-7525 PART TIME WANTED to stack firewood and run equipment. Must be consistent. Tetreault & Son (413)245-9615 TEACHER ASSISTANT NEEDED 8 am - 5 pm at Little Friends Child Care Center in Belchertown. Must be 18 years old. Call or email Littlefriends39@verizon.net 413323-8447 ask for Betsy. THE BURIAL COMMISSION of the Town of West Brookfield is seeking an individual to serve as clerk. The clerk’s position entails selling and recording plots, recording deaths and updating the data base, assisting with marking sites prior to burials, interfacing with local funeral homes, monument companies and excavation contractors and being the recording secretary at Commission meetings. This is an on-call position and the clerk must have some degree of availability and flexibility during the day. Knowledge of routine cemetery operations is preferred. This is a stipend position. Please forward letters of interest along with applicable experience documentation to swek@verizon.net or troberts@wbrookfield.com Health Care GOT KNEE PAIN? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a painrelieving brace at little or no cost to you. Medicare Patients, call Health Hotline now! (800)2796038. 967-7355 For Rent JILL A. GRAVEL, BROKER gravelrealestate.com Thinking of Selling? Call us today for a Free Market Analysis of your home! ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Make sure to ask for a Free One Year Home Warranty when you list your home with any Gravel RE Agent! WARE- SPACIOUS 2 bedroom apartment, third floor, electric heat. Good area. $575 monthly, water, sewer, trash removal included. 1st & security. No Pets. Available April 1st! Call (413)9677772. CONTACT US AT GRAVELREALESTATE@Verizon.net 7 days a week for any of your Real Estate Needs! WARREN A MODERN Studio/ $550 and 1 BR $650 with new kitchen, carpet and appliances. Free hot water. Beautiful rural setting with a mountain view. Located on 67. Please call (413)436-5301 WARREN- ONE BEDROOM, second floor. Cheap to heat. Real cute, off-street parking. $550 plus utilities. Call (508)320-2329 e US POSTAL SERVICE now hiring. (800)278-0147, $21/hr. avg. w/Fed. Ben. incl. to start. FT/ PT. NOT affiliated w/ USPS. with well behaved dog looking for a 1 or 2 bdrm apt in the Brookfield/Sturbridge area. Former Vet Tech so I have experience with animals and can help out if needed. Can move anytime. 413813-4337 REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES ✦ For Rent MATURE, CLEAN, QUIET WORKING LADY Sal TOWN OF PETERSHAM HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE OPERATOR Full time position. CORI’d position. Must pass physical prior to hire. Salary commensurate with qualifications, plus health benefits. EEO/AA employer. Contact information below to request job application and job description and to submit cover letter, resume, and references. Deadline for application submission: 4:00 p.m., Monday, April 11. Contact Town of Petersham Administrative Coordinator Mr. Steven Boudreau, 3 South Main Street, Petersham, MA 01366. Tel: 978-724-3353. Fax 978-724-3501. E-mail: stevenboudreau391@gmail.com. Web site: townofpetersham.org Wanted To Rent For TOWN OF BARRE Seasonal Laborer. Immediate Openings The Town of Barre is seeking qualified applicants to perform seasonal manual work in the maintenance of parks, commons, ballfields, roadways, equipment, buildings, grounds and cemeteries. A full job description is available upon request. Applicants must have a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License Class D and must complete a physical exam and drug and alcohol testing successfully as a prerequisite of employment. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and employment application to: Town of Barre, Town Administrator, 40 West Street Suite 697, Barre MA 01005 no later than noon on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Employment applications can be downloaded from www.townofbarre.com For further information, please contact the Selectmen’s Office during office hours at 978-355-2504 x 135 or via Email to fzukowski@townofbarre.com. A.A./E.O.E. www.turley.com Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 For Rent FOR RENT Vacation Rentals HILLSIDE VILLAGE APARTMENTS Applications now being accepted for one, two and three bedroom apartments All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status (number of children and or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain about discrimination call The Department of Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. GREEN STREET, PALMER: 2 BR apt., porch, off-street parking, coin-op laundry, $850/ mo includes heat. No pets. Call Dave (413)210-8882. THREE RIVERS/ BONDSVILLE TWO bedroom apartment. Nice location. Move in condition. Heat included. Laundry & storage room. $825.00. First, last and security. (413)330-6136 WARE- BEAUTIFUL, SUNNY 3 BR TOWNHOUSE APT. $850 plus utilities, w/d hook-up, storage. No smoking, no pets. Credit check/references (413)320-5784. WARREN 3 BR townhouse, 1,500 sq.ft., w/d hook-ups, gas heat, nice condition. Pets negotiable $900/ mo. Good references. (508)867-2564 WARREN- 1 BEDROOM, off street parking. Call (413)4365600. •Heat and hot water included •Ample Closets •Fully Applianced •Community Room •Laundry Facilities •Cats Welcome •Extra Storage •24 Hour Maintenance For Information call (413)967-7755 EHO 17 Convent Hill, Ware, MA WARM WEATHER IS year round in Aruba. The water is safe, and the dining is fantastic. Walk out to the beach. 3-bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email: carolaction@aol.com for more information. Storage STORAGE WARREN: VARIOUS sizes available and we can get you in today! (508)320-2329. Auto Parts USED AUTO PARTS, 91-day guarantee. Large inventory, engines, transmissions, radiators, tires, glass. Excellent service, junk car removal. Amherst-Oakham Auto Recycling Coldbrook Road, Oakham. 1-800-992-0441. WEST WARREN, SMALL 1 BR, off-street parking, stove. (774)9220529. AUCTIONEERS LLC TOWN ORDERED PUBLIC AUCTION BARRE, MA $8&7,216/2:0,1,080%,'6 WEDNESDAY-APRIL 13 AT 12:00PM HENRY WOODS MUNICIPAL BLDG. - 40 WEST ST, BARRE, MA ON THE AUCTION BLOCK: 1%URRNÀHOG5G 2,500+ SF Framed Home on 1.8± Acres (Map ID G-46 & G-47) 23(1)25,163(&7,21 :HG$030:HG3030 1RUWK%URRNÀHOG5G 40,357± SF Lot (Map ID G-36) &XWOHU5G 4.8± Acres (Map ID D-7) 7HUPVGHSRVLW by cash or cert./bank check at time & place of sale; balance due in 30 days. Accuracy not guaranteed. Visit web or call for more info. 0$/LF 68//,9$1$8&7,21((56&20617-350-7700 WARE- 1 BD, off-street parking, call (413)436-5600. 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March 30, 2016 • The Register • Page 27 Buzzin’ from Town to Town Classifieds Turley Publications’ Community Marketplace For Sale Miscellaneous ANTIQUE AND PERIOD chairs – Restored with new woven seats – Many styles and weaves available. Call (413)267-9680. A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation’s largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is free/ no obligation. Call (800)417-0524. LARGE GARDEN ROTOTILLER good condition. Large wood chipper also in good condition. $150 each (413)592-6242 Estate Sale LIFE ALERT. 24/7. One press of a button sends help fast! Medical, Fire, Burglar. Even if you can’t reach a phone! Free brochure. Call (800)457-1917. FURNITURE, TOOLS, BEDROOM sets, dining set, furniture, Waterford crystal, complete dish sets, riding lawnmower with bags, and much, much more. April 2nd, & 3rd, 8-4. 22 Norwich Road, Ludlow. “O DIVINE HEART of Jesus, convert sinners, save the dying, free the holy souls in Purgatory. O Sacred Heart of Jesus, Thy Kingdom come!” (Please pray this daily) Tag Sale ANNUAL TAG SALE/FLEA MARKET St. Thomas Apostle Parish Center, 1076 Thorndike St., Palmer. Saturday, April 2nd from 9am- 2pm. Lots of jewelry, collectibles, and misc. 283-6573 CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR Animals is having a giant tag sale Fri. April 8, (8:30am-4pm) & Sat. April 9, (8:30am-1pm) at Wachogue Cong. Church, 80 Arvilla St., Springfield (corner of Roosevelt Ave. & Arvilla St. - 2 blocks from Sumner Ave.) Cat & dog food donation basket to help pets. If you have items to donate, bring them Thurs. April 7, 8:30am3pm. NO clothes, shoes or large equip. TWO WEEKEND ESTATE SALE April 1st, 2nd, 8th & 9th. 9am-4pm daily. 107 Carlton Street, Holyoke. Enormous quantity of merchandise over 2 weekends. Call Frank (413)539-1472. Antiques EASY STREET ANTIQUES. Buying one item or entire estates. Buying antique & vintage glassware, pottery, Hummels, jewelry, coins, watches, military, toys, Legos, hunting, fishing, stringed instruments, tools & more. Call today. www.ezstreetantiques.com or (413)626-8603. Firewood !!!!FRESH CUT FIREWOOD!!!! Over a cord guaranteed. Cut, split, prompt delivery. Call D & D Cordwood (413)348-4326. FIREWOOD Fresh cut & split $175.00. Seasoned cut & split $200.00 All hardwood. Tree length available *Also have seasoned softwood for outdoor boilers (Cheap). Quality & volumes guaranteed!! New England Forest Products (413)477-0083. LOG LENGTH FIREWOOD for sale. 7-8 cords delivered. $750.00 delivered locally. Pricing subject to change. Seasoned firewood cut and split, pre-stacked on pallets and delivered. Also specialize in Heat Treatment Certified kiln dried firewood. Wholesale inquires welcome. 1-800-373-4500 Flea Market YANKEE FLEA MARKET 1311 Park Street (Rt. 20) Palmer, MA 01069 Over 130 vendors Over 8,500 Square feet 6 days a week Tues-Sat 10-5, Sunday 11-5 Year round, all indoor Antiques, Collectibles, Household furnishings and more! Vendors Welcome, Apply within Always buying, Free estimates! (413)283-4910 Free Parking Free Admission PROMOTE YOUR PRODUCT, service or business to 1.7 million households throughout New England. Reach 4 million potential readers quickly and inexpensively with great results. Use the Buy New England Classified Ad Network by calling (413)283-8393, classifieds@turley.com. Do they work? You are reading one of our ads now!! Visit our website to see where your ads run communitypapersne.com Wanted ✦ www.turley.com Wanted To Buy MILITARY ITEMS, COLLECTIONS. Non dealer. Best prices. Civil War- Vietnam, medals, patches, weapons, documents. U.S., German, Foreign. I’ll come to you. (413)262-8206 NEW ENGLAND ESTATE PICKERS IN THE OLD MONSON LANES BOWLING ALLEY. BUYING NOW! ALL ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES COMPLETE ESTATES SETTLED! (413)267-3729 TOP DOLLAR ON THE SPOT FOR ALL GOLD AND SILVER ITEMS, JEWELRY, COINS, SILVERWARE, ETC! Items to include: old advertising signs of all subject matters! Furniture, toys, trains, pedal cars, model car kits from the 70’s, old fishing items, military items, sports stuff, old paintings, books, coin operated Coca Cola pinball machines, etc. comic books, postcards, magazines, old letterman jackets, musical instruments, microscopes, binoculars, old bicycles, motorcycles, vintage automobiles! WE PURCHASE CONTENTS OF BARNS, GARAGES, ATTICS, BASEMENTS! LET US DO THE WORK AND YOU GET PAID! SIMPLY BRING YOUR ITEMS IN FOR A FREE EVALUATION AND OR CASH OFFER! THURSDAY - SUNDAY 10:00 - 5:00 HONEST COURTEOUS SERVICE!!! 64 MAIN ST. (RTE. 32), MONSON, MA Services PAINT AND PAPER Over 25 years experience. References. Lic #086220. 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PLUMBING JOBS DONE by fast and accurate master plumber. Small jobs welcome. Cheap hourly rate. LC9070 Paul 413-323-5897. DRYWALL AND CEILINGS, plaster repair. Drywall hanging. Taping & complete finishing. All ceiling textures. Fully insured. Jason at Great Walls. (413)563-0487 SUNRISE HOME REPAIRS: Carpentry, decks, hatchways, ramps, painting, property maintenance, after storm/ tree cleanups. Small jobs welcome. Free estimates. (413)883-9033. A & M TUNE-UPS 15 Weekly Newspapers Serving 50 Local Communities Services Services DRIVEWAYS, OIL AND STONE, durable but inexpensive. Choice of colors, also driveway repair and trucking available. Fill/ Loam/ Gravel. Call J. Fillion Liquid Asphalt (413)668-6192. LAWNMOWER TUNE UP & REPAIR READ IT!!! BOATS/ RV’S WANTED!!! We buy any condition. Running or not. Competitive offer! Free towing from anywhere! We’re nationwide! Call for quote (888)553-8647. OLD CARPENTER TOOLS wanted. Planes, chisels, saws, levels, etc. Call Ken 413-4332195. Keep your vintage tools working and get MONEY. ✦ Push lawnmowers, riding mowers and small engine repair. Work done at your home. Call Mike (413) 348-7967 ACE CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Cleanings, inspections, repairs, caps, liners, waterproofing, rebuilds. Gutterbrush Installations. Local family owned since 1986. HIC #118355. Fully insured. (413)547-8500. BILODEAU AND SON Roofing. Established 1976. New re-roofs and repairs. Gutter cleanings and repairs. Licensed/ insured. Call (413)967-6679. BOB ROBILLARD’S ODD JOB SERVICE, Rubbish removal, attics, cellars, garages cleaned. Light moving. Call someone you know. (413)537-5090 CHAIR SEAT WEAVING & refinishing - cane, fiber rush & splint - Classroom instructor, 20+ years experience. Call Walt at (413)267-9680 for estimate. DIRTY DEEDS DONE Dirt Cheap. Clean out cellars, attics, scrap metal, garages and demo. Also, old appliances. Call (413)2710309 WE RENOVATE, SELL & PURCHASE (any condition) horse drawn vehicles such as sleighs, carriages, surreys, wagons, dr’s buggies, driveable or lawn ornaments. Some furniture and other restoration services available. Reasonable prices. Quality workmanship. Call (413)213-0373 for estimate and information. Demers & Sons Belchertown, MA Appliances COLEMAN APPLIANCE SERVICE. Servicing all makes and models of washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, air conditioners. Also dryer vent cleaning. (413)536-0034. Child Services *NEW STATE LAW. Anyone advertising caring of children must list a license number to do so if they offer this service in their own home. 2016 TAX TIME Kitchen Table Taxes Personal & Small Business Tax Returns "David The Tax Man" David E. 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Alex Rucki—Owner • 2 Cabot St Rear • Holyoke, MA 01040 • Mon–Fri 7:30–5 • Sat 7–12 WWW.RUCKIANDSONTIRE.COM FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1934! 413-533-3972 FREE • Up to 4 Tires • Up to a $56 Value! • With the Purchase of Any New MICHELIN®, BFGoodrich® or Uniroyal® Tire • Replaces Tire During First 25% of Treadlife (prorated value thereafter) • See Brochure for Warranty Details EXPIRES 4/10/16. Not valid with other promotions or offers. Valid only at Rucki & Son Tire Co, Inc. Must have coupon. PAID ADVERTORIAL Reflections by Claudia Home of the original remembrance lamp, Cathy and her wonderful staff will help you select the perfect gift to honor all of life’s milestones! WEDDING BABY NEW HOME BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY RETIREMENT BEREAVEMENT 23 N. Main Street, East Longmeadow • 413.526.9792 Mon.-Fri. 9:30-5:30; Saturday 9-2 • www.lampsbyclaudia.com GET TO KNOW REFLECTIONS BY CLAUDIA Owners name: Catherine Belleville Address: 23 North Main St. East Longmeadow MA 01028 Phone: 413-526-9792 Website: www.reflectionsbyclaudia.com Email: info@lampsbyclaudia.com Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Years in business: Reflections by Claudia has been in business for 16 years. I became the owner on Jan. 9, 2015. What makes you stand out from the competition?: Our excellent customer service, quality products, and our caring and trusting staff. Describe your product or service: We work with our customers to select the perfect gift to honor special people in their lives for all life’s milestones. We also gift wrap, customize their cards and deliver or ship their gifts. Why do you enjoy this business?: I had been a customer for the past 10 years and always felt welcome and cared for when shopping for a memory lamp or gift. I am looking forward to continuing Claudia’s legacy and tradition of providing the best service to our customers as well as quality products.