November 26, 2015 - Wilbraham Hampden Times

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New owners for Boston Road business: See Page 22
Thursday, November 26, 2015
The Wilbraham-Hampden
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Revolving
shelves of
Benefit to be held
Dec. 2 for
Michael Hassett
By Joan Paris
Special to the Times
TIMES staff photo by Emily Thurlow
Michelle Levrault,
assistant director of the
Community Survival
Center, leans upon an
empty shelf designated
for Thanksgiving items.
Community Survival Center delivers non-perishable packages of hope
By Emily Thurlow
and Tyler S. Witkop
Staff Writers
T
he flavor bursts of onions, celery and sage
cannonballs onto the
palate from a mouthful of
warm stuffing. The tangysweet taste of cranberry sauce
touching the tips of your
tastebuds. Cranberry sauce
and stuffing are the cherries to
top the whipped cream of the
feast that many look forward
to on Thanksgiving. But for a
number of residents through-
out Ludlow, Hampden, Indian
Orchard and Wilbraham, like
the shelves designated for the
holiday at the Community
Survival Center, mouths and
bellies will remain empty.
In the spirit of the holiday season, two reporters
from The Register and The
Wilbraham-Hampden Times
decided to explore an entity
that helps support the communities that the two newspapers served by also donating
some time to their cause at the
Community Survival Center
in Indian Orchard. Though
Please see CENTER, page 14
Tree lighting
to feature
‘special visitors’
TIMES photo by David Miles
From left Aidan Warton of Northern Tree Service and Rotarians David Gibb, Larry Emerle, Dr. Ed McFarland, Walter
Markett, Donald Flannery and Brad Sperry spent a cold Nov.
14 stringing lights for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Annual tree lighting
‘brighter than ever’
Event to take place
Dec. 6 in Crane Park
By Tyler S. Witkop
Turley Publications Staff Writer
WILBRAHAM – The lights
have been strung and the countdown is on for the annual Tree
Lighting Ceremony, which according to Dr. Ed McFarland is
set to be “brighter than ever.”
McFarland,
WilbrahamHampden Rotary Club past
president, explained that he and
members of the club Walter
Markett, Donald Flannery, Brad
Sperry, Larry Emerle and David
Gibb spent a frigid Saturday,
Nov. 14 with Northern Tree Service stringing lights atop the giPlease see LIGHTING, page 20
HAMPDEN – With a special police and fire escorted
visit from Mr. and Mrs. Santa
Claus, the annual Hampden
Tree Lighting ceremony will
take place Sunday, Dec. 6 at
6:30 p.m.
Led by the Board of Selectmen – Chairman Vincent
Vaillamaino, John D. Flynn
and Norman Charest – the
public is invited to take part in
caroling and witness the lighting of the large evergreen in
front of the Hampden Town
House, 625 Main St. Following the lighting, children are
welcome to visit and have pictures taken with Santa.
The Hampden Boy Scouts
will be present with an honor
guard and the Girl Scouts will
offer snacks and hot chocolate for all in attendance. Attendants are asked to bring
a canned good donation for
those in need.
For more information,
contact the selectmen at 5662151, ext. 100.
WILBRAHAM - Every now
and then a man casts a shadow
greater than his height. There’s
more to him than meets the eye
and you end up with more than
you bargained for. Atty. Michael
T. Hassett, retired Wilbraham
town counsel of the past 27 years,
has seemed larger than life from
the very beginning.
Retired in his prime at 61
years of age, Hassett vacated
public office earlier this year following a staggering diagnosis of
early onset Alzheimer’s disease.
He and his wife Janice, of Wilbraham, and three grown daughters, Kara, Julie, and Deborah
of Los Angeles, California, are
readying for a move to the West
Coast in mid-December, after
Please see COUNSEL, page 28
Remembering Kathy Lehndorff
Fundraiser ongoing to
exhibit artist’s work
By Tyler S. Witkop
Turley Publications
Staff Writer
HAMPDEN – A lifelong
artist, Kathy Lehndorff had
the creative touch. Now her
husband and caregiver Peter is
borrowing a stroke of her genius to create a lasting legacy
of her work.
“I want to have two exhibits,” he explained, “one in
this area, possibly Hampden,
and one at the UConn Health
Center.”
From paintings to collages and imaginative sculptures,
her works adorn the walls and
space of their Hampden home.
Some of her work is even on
display in the offices of MassMutual. Peter said that the
exhibits would serve as a “celebration of life” for his wife of
38 years.
Kathy had been living
with the noticeable signs of
Please see ARTIST, page 28
TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop
Peter Lehndorff kneels
with his Basset hound
Marty in front of the
artwork of his late wife
Kathy in their Hampden
home. Lehndorff hopes to
exhibit her work for the
public in the near future.
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November 26, 2015
Samantha Hebert to
wed Nathan Dentzau
TIMES photo submitted
Samantha Hebert and Nathan Dentzau
HAMPDEN - The parents of Samantha Hebert and Nathan Dentzau announce the couple’s engagement.
The couple were engaged July 22,
2014.
Hebert, of South Hadley, graduated
from South Hadley High School and is
employed at Children’s Creative Learning Center of Framingham.
Dentzau, of Hampden, graduated
from Minnechaug Regional High School
and is employed at the Massachusetts
Emergency Management Agency.
A Nov. 5, 2016 wedding is
planned.
Hebert is the daughter of Larry
and Kathleen Hebert, of South Hadley.
Dentzau is the son of Mark and Susan
Dentzau, of Hampden.
WPD offers women’s self-defense class
WILBRAHAM – The
Wilbraham Police Department
announced a Rape Aggression
Defense System class will begin Wednesday, Dec. 9 at the
Gardens of Wilbraham, 2301
Boston Road, from 6 to 8:30
p.m.
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WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham
Police Department released information on recent police activity reported by
Capt. Timothy Kane. Per Massachusetts
state law, no names of persons arrested
for domestic violence charges can be
publicly disseminated. Those arrested
or summonsed will appear in court at a
future date and are innocent until proven
guilty.
Suspended License
On Nov. 16 at 4:23 p.m. Officer
Brent Noyes stopped a grey Acura for
an inspection violation on Boston Road.
Subsequent follow-up resulted in finding that Dominik Whitley, 22, of Springfield, was Operating on a Suspended
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traffic offenses. He was taken into custody without incident.
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On Nov. 17 at 6:07 a.m. Officer
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for equipment violations. The operator,
Jessica Chery, 26, of East Hartford,
Connecticut, had a warrant for traffic
violations out of Natick, Massachusetts.
She was taken into custody without incident.
Probation Violation
On Nov. 19 at 6:42 a.m. Officer
Sean Casella and the Massachusetts
State VFAS Unit arrested Kristal H. Collins, 20, of Wilbraham, for a probation
violation warrant. The warrant originated from charges involving drugs and
firearms.
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Page NEWS About Town
By Tyler Witkop and Tony Fimognari
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Editor, Wilbraham Hampden Times, 2341 Boston Rd., Wilbraham, MA 01095 or e-mail to twitkop@turley.com. Photos are welcome.
Mitten Tree to benefit Community Survival Center
WILBRAHAM – To celebrate
the season of giving, the Wilbraham
Public Library will again feature a
Mitten Tree, which will be decorated
with donations of gloves, mittens,
hats and scarves for children and
adults. All donations must be new
and brought to the library to decorate
the tree from now until Wednesday,
Dec. 16.
Library collecting
‘change for
change’
Hampden to update
Connect CTY information
HAMPDEN – The Hampden
Board of Selectmen announced that
the town will be updating its Blackboard Connect CTY information,
which sends emergency and important town information via telephone
alerts to residents.
To receive messages, residents
must be registered through the
Blackboard Connect CTY website.
HAMPDEN – The Hampden Public Library announced it
is holding a holiday fundraiser
for Heifer International now
through Tuesday, Dec. 22 called
“Change for Change.”
An international nonprofit,
Heifer International provides
livestock, trees, training and
other resources to help poor
families worldwide become selfreliant. Recipients of livestock
promise to share offspring with
a neighbor to continue a chain of
giving.
Library Director Ellen Moriarty said last year’s drive collected $152.44, enough to purchase a goat, a flock of chickens
and a rabbit.
Animal banks are located in
the library to receive donations.
For more information call 5663047.
After that time, all donated items
will be brought to the Community
Survival Center for distribution. For
more information, call the library at
596-6141.
Selectmen ask that all residents review and update necessary contact
information by visiting hampden.org
and clicking on the “Police” link on
the right side of the page to connect
to Blackboard. Residents may then
register any number they wish.
For more information, call the
Selectmen’s Office at 566-2151, ext.
100.
Survey of historical properties
WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Historical Commission will be
conducting an inventory of historical
properties within the town of Wilbraham. This inventory is funded by a
grant from the Community Preservation Committee.
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of a property at least 100 years old
or of significant historical value to
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in the past. Properties already inventoried may be viewed at www.mhcmacris.net. Any included property in
the inventory will be researched for
information to include the age, location and provenience.
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WILBRAHAM – The sestercentennial edition of
the town’s history “Wilbraham History and Culture
Volume IV 1963-2013” is now available at the Wilbraham Library and Old Meeting House Museum. Edited
by Joan Paris, the book features 25 chapters of town
history, covering such events as the rise and fall of the
Peach Festival, the 2011 storms, and the shift from an
agricultural community.
Cost is $30 and proceeds support library and Old
Meeting House programs. The book was funded by the
250th Anniversary Committee led by Co-Chairs Kevin
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NEWS About Town
TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop
A meeting with the
‘trailmaster’…
Wilbraham-Hampden Rotary
Club President Charlie Bennett
(left) welcomes guest speaker
and Minnechaug Land Trust
Hampden Trailmaster Charlie
Thompson to club’s Nov. 18
meeting at the Anchor House
Restaurant. Thompson gave
an engaging talk on the status
of Hampden’s trails along
Goat Rock and Minnechaug
Mountain, and led a sing-along featuring his original
handyman song, “Duct Tape.”
Sue Burk at 413-530-3434 or
smburk@gmail.com.
Hikes continue Saturday, Nov. 28 at 10 a.m. along
Thayer Brook in Wilbraham to
“Whale Rock,” at 700 Monson
Road. Rated as easy, the hike is
rated easy and estimated travel
time is one hour.
Contact hike leader Gerri
Morgan at 413-896-5528 or
grm740@gmail.com for more
information.
The club will travel south
of the border Sunday, Nov. 29
to trek Soapstone Mountain
at Shenipsit State Forest in
WILBRAHAM – The Gardens of Wilbraham is accepting
registration for the Winter Community Farmers Market. Vendors
selling winter vegetables, baked
goods, flowers, plants, eggs,
cheeses, meats, fruits, herbs and
any other organic products are
welcome.
The market takes place
every first and third Saturday
beginning Dec. 5 and will run
through to April 30, 2016. The
hours of operation are 10 a.m.
– 2 p.m. For more information
contact Michelle at 596-5322 or
email mchisholm@TheGardensOfWilbraham.com.
Senior Center to hold Medicare
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Upcoming local hiking opportunities announced
WILBRAHAM – The
Wilbraham Hiking Club announced three hikes are planned
for this weekend beginning Friday, Nov. 27 along Sweet Alice
Brook in Amherst.
The club’s first ever “Spend
Some Time Outdoors on Black
Friday” hike will take place at
10 a.m. and attendants should
meet at the Notch Visitor Center parking lot, 1500 West St.
in Amherst. Rated as an easy
hike, total distance is 2 miles
and the terrain may be slippery
with wet leaves. For more information, contact hike leader
Winter Farmers Market
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Somers, Connecticut. Hikers
should meet at the parking area
located on Gulf Road at 10 a.m.
or carpool at Soule Road Elementary School at 9:15 a.m.
Rated as a moderate hike,
the 5-mile walk features a short,
steep climb in the beginning.
Estimated travel time is three
hours. For more information,
contact hike leader Jay Taylor
at 413-726-4374 or jayt6289@
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Hikers should bring appropriate clothing, water, snacks
and traction gear.
WILBRAHAM – Medicare
Open Enrollment will be taking
place at the Wilbraham Senior
Center through Monday, Dec.
7. This is an opportunity for individuals to review and make
changes to health insurance and
prescription drug plans.
A Medicare card, current
medical insurance card, list of
doctors, list of medications and
a scheduled appointment is mandatory. Open appointment dates
are Nov. 27 and Dec. 4.
For more information or to
make an appointment, call the
Wilbraham Senior Center at 5968379.
Choral Group to perform holiday music
WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Women’s Club Choral
Group will be performing holiday music at several locations
this holiday season.
Their first performance will
take place at Keystone Woods,
936 Grayson Drive in Springfield, on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 1
p.m.
Their second performance
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Longmeadow, 741 Parker St., on
Thursday, Dec. 3 at 2:30 p.m.
Their final performance will
take place at Wingate East Longmeadow, 32 Chestnut St., on Friday, Dec. 4 at 2:30 p.m.
The group is conducted by
Ruth Carlson and features musical accompaniment by Barbara
Bennett on piano.
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Fundraiser
to benefit
annual baseball
tournament
WILBRAHAM – The Kevin
Ambrose Memorial Baseball
Tournament and Falcons U13
Baseball will be holding a holiday fundraiser at Dana’s Grillroom on Wednesday, Dec. 2 from
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
A raffle drawing will be held
at 9 p.m. and prizes include Celtics tickets, Bruins tickets and a
$100 Dana’s Grillroom gift certificate.
For more information or
to purchase raffle tickets in advance, contact Maggie Clifford
at mjclifford@charter.net.
Christmas
celebration at
Old Meeting
House
WILBRAHAM – The Old
Meeting House, located at 450
Main St., will host “The Magic
of Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 6
from 2 to 5 p.m.
The event will feature
trees decorated by local groups,
mulled cider and baked goods.
The event is free for all and open
to the public.
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Garden Club to offer ‘Holiday Tea’
WILBRAHAM – The
Wilbraham Garden Club will
hold its annual “Holiday Tea”
event at St. Cecilia’s Parish
on Thursday, Dec. 3 at noon.
This year, Carol King Platt will
demonstrate arrangements for
the season all made by locally
available materials.
Platt is a resident of Wallingford, Connecticut, and has
written garden columns for 23
years. Her lecture will consist
of garden design and flower arranging.
The event features a lunch,
holiday demonstration and a
chance to take home one of
Platt’s arrangements through a
raffle.
All are welcome to attend
and admission is $5.
Red Hat Christmas Party
set for Dec. 4
WILBRAHAM – The Red
Hat Ya Ya Sisterhood of Wilbraham announced its annual
Christmas Party will take place
Friday, Dec. 4 at the Ludlow
Country Club, 1 Tony Lema
Drive in Ludlow, from 11:30
a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The menu includes a
choice of Boston Baked Scrod,
Chicken Picata or Yankee Pot
Roast. A baby shower will
take place, with items going
to the Bethlehem House in
Easthampton. The Bethlehem
House provides resources for
local pregnant women in crisis.
Additionally, two raffle baskets
will be featured as door prizes.
Cost is $18 and the registration deadline is Monday,
Nov. 30. For more information, contact Kathy Phipps at
596-9938.
Wilbraham Women’s Club to hold
Christmas social
WILBRAHAM – The
Wilbraham Women’s Club
will hold their Christmas social on Thursday, Dec. 10 at
11:30 a.m. at the St. Cecilia
Parish Hall.
After the luncheon the
Women’s Club Choral Group
will perform their Christmas
themed music. Guests are
welcome to join in the festivities.
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Making a connection
with seniors…
Hampden County Sheriff Michael J. Ashe Jr. speaks to
assembled seniors at St. Cecilia’s Church on Nov. 19
during the weekly Senior Connection. Ashe gave a talk
on corrections and the successful re-entry of offenders
into the community.
Knights hold birthday
party for Jesus
WILBRAHAM – The
Knights of Columbus will be
sponsoring an event to celebrate the birthday of Jesus on
Saturday, Dec. 12 from 1 to 3
p.m. at the St. Cecilia Parish
Center, 42 Main St.
The event will include
food, games, prizes, two
bounce houses, cake and ice
cream. The event is geared for
children from sixth grade and
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The event is free. To donate snack items or for more
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Editorial
The drive behind ‘buying local’
By Jocelyn Walker
Times Advertising Representative
Express found that house prices near a prosperous town center have risen by an average of
$40,000 more over the past decade than other
ocal businesses define our sense of properties.
2. It is the ethical choice. Buying out-ofplace, but we often forget their survival
season produce, like strawberries in
depends on our patronage.
December, lowers eco-credentials.
There is no denying that the Internet
When shopping at local butchers,
is more convenient and makes it far
bakers, farm stands and farmers mareasier to compare the price of shopkets, it is likely that a decent percentping. But some retailers claim the
age of the produce has had a short
shift is now towards the Main Street,
field-to-fork journey. Along with
and buying locally is the message besupporting local farmers, it means
hind Small Business Saturday.
the food is likely to contain more nuThe Saturday after Thanksgiving
trients and have less packaging.
(Nov. 28 this year) has been desig3. They sell unique, one-of- anated as the day to go out and shop at Jocelyn Walker
kind gifts. Independent shops like
small independent businesses in our
Oh So Pretties and Inside Out Home
community. Don’t forget the “little
guy” this holiday season, as shoppers will be & Garden often stock items which are made
pleasantly surprised by the quality merchan- locally and aren’t available elsewhere. When it
dise, great service and fair pricing. Here are six comes to gifts, quirky and unique items are a
reasons why it is worth shopping local for gifts major plus of independent shops. Local shops
also support local artists and designers, food
and groceries this holiday season.
1. Your spending will boost the local econ- producers and growers, so you’re buying prodomy. Research on spending by local authorities ucts absolutely unique to your area.
4. You help build communities. Boutiques,
shows that for every $1 spent with a small or
medium-sized business 68 cents stayed in the cafés and gift shops often drum up customlocal economy, compared to 43 cents with a ers by hosting events like crafting clubs, book
corporate chain store. Research by American clubs and children’s events. If the businesses
are not supported, the local groups tend to disappear too.
6. You might get a better deal or some good
advice. Local bakers may throw in an extra bagel or cookie for regulars; the butchers at Village Food Mart will sell you a whole chicken
and then cut it up or marinate your steak tips
and chicken tenders also at no extra charge.
The women at It’s All About Me or Added Attractions will take the time to help you choose
the perfect dress for a special event or will save
items in your size when they come in.
Most importantly, shopping local maintains community character. The Village Store
Café, located in one of the oldest buildings in
Wilbraham, isn’t anywhere else in the country.
It has its own special charm and local “characters” you will run into each day you stop
in for your pastry or sandwich. That’s what
makes it special and uniquely Wilbraham. The
overall impacts are clear: locally-owned businesses play a key role in our community that
chains rarely do. If we took away the independent businesses in our communities and were
left with just the chain stores, Wilbraham and
Hampden would look like every other town
across America. We would lose the sense of
“home” and our hometown pride.
Volunteers of the Week
Meeting
Schedule
L
This week’s volunteers of the week are Rebecca Fleming and Grace GomesMoriarty who participate in the Read Aloud program at Brunton Elementary
School through the Springfield Schools Volunteers.
Wilbraham
The state estimates the value of a volunteer in Massachusetts is worth $27.43 per hour.
Monday, Nov. 30
Board of Selectmen
7 p.m. Town Office Building
LETTERS to the editor
Hampden
Show support, end violence against women
To the editor:
One in three women worldwide have experienced physical or sexual violence - mostly
by an intimate partner. Whether at home, on the
streets or during war, violence against women
is a global pandemic that takes place in public
and private spaces. Together we can and must
end this pandemic.
Nov. 25 marked the International Day for
the Elimination of Violence against Women and
the beginning of 16 Days of Activism against
Gender Violence. The 16 Days of Activism is
an international campaign that was started by
activists at the first Women’s Global Leadership Institute convened by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership in 1991.
Today, it is used as an organizing strategy
by individuals, organizations and governments
around the world to raise public awareness and
mobilize people everywhere to bring about
change. This year, the UN Secretary General’s
“UNiTE to End Violence against Women” campaign invites all of us to “Orange the world”
from Nov. 25 to Dec. 10, using the color designated by the UNiTE campaign to symbolize a
brighter future without violence.
During these 16 days, we invite you to
learn more about the issues at unwomen.org,
16dayscwgl.rutgers.edu and zontasaysno.com;
wear something orange and let people know
why you are doing so; and consider advocating for making sustainable change - together
- by getting involved in an international organization like Zonta. Envision a world where no
woman lives in fear of violence.
Mary F. Knight, Communications Chair
Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley
The recent improvements to Sevey Park at
Bruuer Pond have highlighted this little jewel
in our town. Kudos to Tanya Basch and the entire team!
The new purple martin birdhouse “dovetails” beautifully into the property.
Gerri Morgan
Wilbraham
Turkey Leg An’ Giblet
My turkey came to dinner
a-lookin’ for a chair.
Showed up very suddenly
without a stitch to wear.
No seat to give some comfort.
No place to put a tail.
No help to find a seat to sit.
No weepin’ an’ no wail.
QUOTATIONS
of the Week
“
I think everyone should experience the needs of the community
through volunteering. Before I came
here I’d hear about people in need.
Just seeing the amount of need … is
eye opening.
”
Community Survival Center Assistant
Director Michelle Levrault on the increasing
amount of individuals receiving assistance
through their Emergency Food Program.
A ‘jewel’ for Wilbraham
To the editor:
Monday, Nov. 30
Board of Selectmen
6 p.m. Town House
By Lou Scungio
Now sittin’ in some gravy
with stuffin’ all around.
Now restin’ an’ relaxin’
an’ turnin’ golden brown.
Let’s give thanks to turkey tom
whose restin’ in a skillet.
Thank him for the tenderness
of turkey leg an’ giblet!
“
This event is a rite of passage
for the Wilbraham kids at the holidays.
”
Wilbraham-Hampden Rotary Club President Charles Bennett on the annual Tree
Lighting Ceremony set for Sunday, Dec. 6 at
5 p.m.
“
It would be hard to imagine a
better friend and advocate for the
town of Wilbraham. Under the picture
of ‘great guy’ there is always a picture
of Mike in my mind.
”
Wilbraham Selectman Robert Russell on
former Town Counsel Atty. Michael Hassett.
Hassett, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s will be
honored with a Testimonial Benefit fundraiser
Wednesday, Dec. 2 at St. Cecilia’s from 4:30
to 7:30 p.m.
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November 26, 2015
Page Talk of the TOWNS
T
hanksgiving is this Thursday, so I would like to
share with you some questions about turkeys
asked of the folks at Butterball about cooking for
“Turkey Day”:
Is it okay to thaw my turkey in the bathtub while
bathing my kids?
Can I use my oven’s selfcleaning cycle to speed up the
cooking process?
TALK
If I cut my turkey with a
columnist
chain saw, will the oil affect the
taste?
The family dog is inside the
turkey and I can’t get him out?
The upcoming holiday
spirit is extended to Mike
Hassett of Wilbraham. Former
Sen. Gale Candaras and many
friends including Selectman
CHARLES F.
Bob Russell and Joan Paris,
BENNETT
are holding a testimonial for
Mike who recently retired as
town counsel for over 20 years. The event will be held on
Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Cecilia’s
Parish Center. A raffle will be held. Tickets are $30 at
the door or checks in advance, made out to “Michael T.
Hassett Fundraising Account” should be mailed to Ray
Blair, 18 Shirley St., Chicopee, MA 01020. For details,
call Gale Candaras at 599-1773. Spread the word.
You know the Christmas holiday season is fast
approaching when Rotary Christmas Tree Lighting
co-chairs Dr. Ed McFarland and Walt Markett were
stringing replacement holiday lights on the Town
Christmas Tree in Crane Park last weekend. That means
the Wilbraham-Hampden Rotary Club will be holding
their annual Tree Lighting ceremony on Sunday, Dec 6
at 5 p.m. in Crane Park. There will be music, seasonal
snacks and a surprise visit from Santa. The WilbrahamHampden Times will be co-sponsoring the event.
To get in the Christmas mood the Old Post Road
Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director Juli E.
Sansoucy, will present a family-friendly free concert
on Friday, Dec. 4 called “Home for the Holidays” at
7:30 p.m. at St. Cecilia’s. Among the many pieces to
be enjoyed will be Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride” and
also “Songs of Chanukah”. Many of the local musicians
are from Wilbraham including its founder the talented
violinist Malita Brown. A nonperishable food donation
will be gratefully accepted for the Community Survival
Center at the concert. OPRO offers free, family concerts
and educational programs held in neighborhood venues.
Their mission is “Community Music at its Best!”
The Wilbraham Community Chorus will hold a
concert that Sunday, Dec. 6 with a 3 p.m. performance at
Wilbraham United Church. Under the direction of retired
Minnechaug Choral Director Raymond Drury and
featuring musical accompaniment by Marcia Jackson,
performances will include works from such classical
composers as Bach and Vivaldi, and modern composers
Stopford, Busto and Purifoy. Guest fiddler Sara Michel
will perform an Appalachian medley. Performances will
also include seasonal favorites and a four-hand piano
arrangement featuring the talented Jackson and the
dapper Todd Rovelli. A second performance will take
place Saturday, Dec. 12 at the First Church of Christ in
Longmeadow, also at 3 p.m. Performances are free and
open to the public, but free will offerings will be accepted.
Seating is limited, so early arrival is encouraged. For
more information, visit wilbrahamchoralsociety.org.
After the Dec. 6 concert at United Church we
suggest you stroll over to the Old Meeting House, at 450
Main St., which will be open from 2 to 5 p.m. to display
locally-decorated Christmas trees. There will be mulled
cider and baked goods. For more information call 596-
4097.
Mike St. Marie, an officer of the Minnechaug
Scholarship Foundation, would like to thank scholarship
sponsors, residents and businesses of Wilbraham and
Hampden for their generous contributions towards the
scholarships awarded to 2015 graduates of Minnechaug
Regional High School. “In this past year, the Foundation
awarded $48,967 to 61 deserving graduates. Over the
lifetime of the Foundation, 1,494 graduates have been
awarded over $868,000. Please accept our thanks for
your generous donations in the past and we hope you will
continue to support our foundation in the coming years,”
said Mike.
The American Red Cross is encouraging eligible
donors to give blood to help ensure a sufficient blood
supply throughout the holiday season. A seasonal decline
in donations often occurs from Thanksgiving to New
Year’s Day when donors get busy with family gatherings
and travel. Donors with all blood types are needed, and
especially those with type O negative, B negative, A
negative and AB. All those who come to donate Nov. 2529 will get a Red Cross mixing spoon and celebrity chef
recipe set, while supplies last. Western New England
University, 1215 Wilbraham Road in Springfield, will
host a blood drive now through this Sunday, Nov. 29
from 1 to 7 p.m. To make an appointment download the
Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or
call 800-733-2767.
Here’s a quip from late night TV funnyman Conan
O’Brien: “The turkey that President Obama will pardon
this thanksgiving is from California. The turkey said, “I
don’t need a pardon. I need a job.”
Retired Editor Emeritus Charlie Bennett writes this
regular column for the Times. Please send items for the
column to cbennett4765@charter.net.
Fighting hunger in Western Massachusetts
T
his Thanksgiving season, I’m grateful to live in
a vibrant, prosperous state and nation. Yet despite the abundance all around us, there are still
too many children in our community who are going
to bed without dinner. This is
vital challenge we must work
Beacon Hill atogether
to solve.
Byline
Unfortunately, there is particular need in Western Massachusetts, where the hunger rate
is higher than the state average.
More than 210,000 people in
Western Massachusetts struggle to have an adequate food
supply, according to the Food
By State Sen.
Bank of Western MassachuEric P. Lesser
setts, which provides food assistance to 15,000 local
residents each week. One out of every five children in
Hampden County has uncertain access to the food they
need to live a healthy lifestyle.
Hunger is not easy to see even among our neighbors and friends. Many families are only one illness,
accident or lost job away from having enough healthy
food. One-third of households needing help, for example, have at least one working adult but still do not earn
enough to make ends meet. More than half must choose
between paying for food and other living costs, including utilities, gas, rent, mortgage or medical care.
This problem is entirely preventable. Through
smart policies, we can ensure that all families have access to adequate meals during hard times, while supporting our local agricultural economy in the process.
Support Local Programs
A strong first step is to continue supporting our local
food banks, which play a vital role in providing readily
accessible resources during hard times. In the Senate, I
co-sponsored a successful funding increase for the Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance Program, which
provides vital support to the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and similar organizations. I also co-sponsored
a measure funding the Massachusetts Food Trust Program, which ensures that citizens have access to quality
food in urgent circumstances.
Fostering partnerships between local food growers
and nearby residents also helps fight hunger, while promoting local agriculture in the process. For this reason, I
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A Community Gallery of life in
Wilbraham and Hampden:
TIMES photo by
David Miles
Here you’ll find the next installment on
Greg the Barber’s window of guest photos
called, “A Window on the Community.”
Students give blood. Seniors bring warmth to
the community. A father and son spend time
in gear. Hampden celebrates Thanksgiving
early. A fox goes on the prowl. Teens
celebrate a birthday. Wilbraham seniors
make a connection.
Readers are encouraged to send in medium to high
resolution photos for this page by e-mail to
twitkop@turley.com or mail to TIMES, 2341 Boston
Road, Wilbraham, MA 01095. Please note that if you
send us a photo of the Times in different parts of the
world, please include a recognizable landmark in the
background. Examples: Eiffel Tower; castle in Spain.
Two of a
kind…
A birthday with the Times…
Wilbraham teen Emily Birtwell (holding her dog, Bertha) recently celebrated her 13th
birthday with family and friends, while keeping abreast of her hometown happenings. The group even spent time in a stylish pink limousine.
Hampden
Volunteer
Firefighter
Jason
McCarthy
holds his
son Connor,
wearing a
firefighter
costume,
during the
Bethlehem
Baptist
Church “Trunk
or Treat”
event Oct. 24.
A Commun
Life in Wilbraha
Students make a differe
Giving thanks early…
Hampden resident Doris Ouimet enjoys a Thanksgiving meal at the Hampden Senior Center Nov. 18. The lunch included a roast turkey dinner with
all of the fixings, complete with apple pie for dessert.
A warming donation…
Wilbraham seniors and Activities Coordinator Mary Ellen Schmidt of the
Wilbraham Senior Center, recently knitted Livestrong scarves for the
YMCA. The project was headed by Kathy Senecal.
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pictured) served as the event’s guest speaker.
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Town Hall Notebook
LESSER from page 7
Hampden sets tax rate,
discusses enrollment issue
By Tyler S. Witkop
ings would be minor with the
valuations in town.
Had the town adopted a
minimum residential factor,
residential tax rates would drop
below $19 to $18.75 for 125
percent or $18.14 for 150 percent factor. Commercial, industrial and personal property tax
rates would jump to $24.20 and
$29.04 respectively.
Non-residential taxes account for 11.18 percent of all
taxes in town.
HAMPDEN – Always a
contentious issue among residents, taxes in Hampden are
set to increase nearly 2 percent
for fiscal 2016, following a Tax
Classification Hearing Nov. 9.
The Board of Selectmen
– Chairman Vincent Villamaino, John D. Flynn and Norman
Charest, chairman of the Board
of Assessors – met with assessors Robert Makuch and Stanley Witkop, and Principal Assessor Carolyn Reed to discuss
the options available for setting
the tax rate.
The full tax rate is $19.36
per $1,000 of assessed value on
a property, consistent with projections presented to voters at
Special Town Meeting Oct. 26.
Consistent with the town’s
approach in years past, selectmen adopted a single tax rate at
a factor of one, rejecting a residential exemption.
As Reed explained, adopting a residential factor would
mean “shifting the burden from
lower-end homes to higher-end
homes.”
According to her figures,
1,316 homes would receive a
decrease in their tax bills and
533 would see an increase to
$25.49. She noted that the sav-
Five Questions
Additionally,
selectmen
met with resident Joe Sibilia
regarding the topic of declining
enrollment in the HampdenWilbraham Regional School
District and the potential for
closing Thornton W. Burgess
Middle School. Sibilia asked
each of the selectmen to respond
individually to five questions he
had regarding the issue.
His first question was
whether there has been contact
with anyone regarding the purchase and sale of TWB. Unanimously, the selectmen said there
had been no discussion.
“The town sells town assets,” Flynn said, noting that
regardless of how any official
feels about a town-owned property, the only way to sell such
a parcel is through Town Meet-
ing.
The second question asked
whether they felt property values would increase, decrease
or remain the same with TWB
closing.
Selectmen all commented
that it would depend on what the
alternative was. Sibilia would
not accept that answer, asking
them to answer the question if
the school were to close.
Charest replied that he felt
taxes would “stay the same or
trend down,” but that he couldn’t
speak definitively without knowing where the students would go
as result of the closure.
Villamaino felt it would be
likely that taxes would go down
and Flynn felt they would remain the same.
Sibilia next asked whether
students would receive better,
worse or the same services.
Charest said he couldn’t
answer the question without an
alternative in front of him.
‘No Desire to Sell’
“Better,” Villamaino said,
“from my understanding, it’ll
be better if [students’ combine
with Wilbraham.”
Flynn, who also serves on
the Middle School Task Force,
said that in a larger group of students, services would improve.
Sibilia also asked whether
Church seeks coat donations during November
WILBRAHAM – With
millions of families living in
poverty, the Wilbraham United Church Outreach Commission is trying to do their part
to help provide a warm winter
for those less fortunate.
The Commission is currently teaming with One
Warm Coat, a national nonprofit organization that works
to provide free warm coats to
any person in need of them.
Coats will be donated to the
Springfield Rescue Mission
and local families in need can
take advantage of the donations by going to that location.
“We need any coat that
has been gently used or is in
really good condition,” Becky
McCracken said. “We will
also happily accept anything
that is brand new and we encourage people to bring the
coats down as soon as possible. The weather is already
starting to get cold.”
In addition to coats, One
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they felt residents were for or
against the proposal. All responded they felt Hampden residents as a whole were against
the idea of merging the middle
schools.
“It’s hard to tell,” Villamaino said. “We haven’t heard from
the parent of younger kids.”
Flynn felt residents at this
time were against the proposal
because they hadn’t heard the
full proposal outside of a shortterm merger at Wilbraham Middle School.
Lastly, Sibilia asked whether they believed the process is
in the town’s favor. Charest and
Villamaino each said no. Flynn
felt the schedule was not in the
favor of Hampden.
Selectmen then asked
Sibilia how he felt about the
situation. “I’m relying on peerreviewed research,” he said,
noting he hadn’t formulated an
opinion.
“I have no desire to sell
that school,” Villamaino said.
“I have no desire to close that
school.”
In other news, selectmen
appointed Holly Tuttle and Karen Leger to the Cultural Commission with terms expiring in
2018.
Tyler S. Witkop can be
reached at twitkop@turley.com.
co-sponsored funding for Massachusetts “Buy Local” groups,
which generate new customers
for our local farmers and also
provide communities with fresh
local food options. Many local
farms in Hampden and Hampshire Counties participate in this
program.
I also support our local
farmers’ markets, as well as our
community supported agriculture programs, where people can
get help buying shares of a local
farm harvest. In addition, innovative programs like the School
Sprouts Educational Gardens
help show our children that it’s
possible to make healthy food
choices even when resources
are scarce.
Rachel’s Table, Loaves
and Fishes Kitchen, the Springfield Rescue Mission, Project
Bread, Friends of the Homeless, the Food Bank of Western
Massachusetts, the Mayflower
Marathon and many other hunger-fighting efforts further help
those among us struggling to
keep food on the table.
Together, we can and must
ensure that one of the most basic
necessities of life is accessible
to all families, both during the
holiday season and at all other
times of the year. I’m proud to
champion those efforts at the
Statehouse.
State Sen. Eric P. Lesser
represents the First Hampden
and Hampshire District in the
state legislature, which includes
Hampden and Wilbraham. He
can be reached at 617-7221291.
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Dec. 3 from 5 p.m. until 7:30
p.m. at the Palmer Historical and
Cultural Center, 2072 Main St.
Hors d’oeuvres will be
served along with beer and wine
available, and musical entertainment throughout the evening.
The hall will be decorated
for Christmas with trees and
wreaths. All trees and wreaths
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on Monday, Dec. 8.
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Students experience stock market firsthand
By Tony Fimognari
Turley Publications Staff Intern
SPRINGFIELD – Bustling
people push through the crowd,
screaming to purchase or sell
stocks in order to make a profit
before the bell rings to end the
day. The Junior Achievement
Stock Market Competition has
always been an exciting and interactive activity for students to
experience the feeling of Wall
Street.
On Thursday, Oct. 29, more
than 120 student teams from 20
schools including Minnechaug
Regional High School, were
invited to take part in the Junior Achievement Stock Market
Competition at the MassMutual
Center in Springfield.
“It was interesting to experience the stock market in a handson type of way,” Minnechaug
student Christine Mayotte said.
“I enjoy learning about the stock
market in the classroom but experiencing it is way more exciting and fun.”
All of the student teams not
only experienced an accurate
representation of the New York
Stock Exchange, but competed
against each other as well. At the
competition, each team is given
60 days to invest $1 million in
companies and stocks in order
to amass the highest net worth.
However, the event could not
possibly go on for 60 days. Each
day is represented by one minute
and consequently the event takes
TIMES photo by Tony Fimognari
Minnechaug students Christine Mayotte and Natalia Skoczylas competed at this year’s
Junior Achievement Stock Market Competition, supervised by Minnechaug Business and
Personal Finance teacher Michael Scanlon.
only an hour.
Other aspects of the competition help the experience
feel more real as well. Students
are given tips and news that affect the stock market on screens
mounted all over the walls, just
like on the real stock exchange.
These tips and news influence
the teams’ decision on whether
to buy or sell a stock.
Last year, Minnechaug won
first place in the entire competition. This year, Minnechaug
failed to place in the top three,
which are those that receive trophies, however, all teams from
Minnechaug finished in the top
half of all schools entered in the
competition.
Learning Experience
The Business and Personal
Finance class at Minnechaug
PNA to host Christmas party and annual meeting
CHICOPEE – Lodge 711 of the Polish National Alliance will hold its annual
meeting and election of officers on Sunday, Dec. 6 at noon. The meeting will be
immediately followed by the Christmas
party with dinner served at 2 p.m. at the
Pulaski Club.
The Christmas party will feature the
singing of Polish and English Christmas
carols led by Janina and Bridget.
Refreshments will be available as
well as presents for members from birth
to 14 years, which will be distributed by
Santa.
For more information, call Gilbert
Sherman at 596-9578.
Regional High School has a curriculum that covers how to manage a business, invest in stocks,
understand the stock market, and
comprehend different aspects of
the economy both locally and
globally. Michael Scanlon, Minnechaug Business and Personal
Finance teacher, believes that
overall, the experience the students take away from the simulation is the most important aspect
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‘Yuletide at Storrowton’ kicks off with performances
WEST SPRINGFIELD – The Storrowton Village Museum on the grounds of the
Eastern States Exposition will host “Yuletide at Storrowton” on Saturday, Dec. 5.
The event will feature many musical performances beginning at 11 a.m. the
Huntington Dance Center will perform
“Winter’s Mitten.” At noon, Hampden’s
Barbara Bennett will perform and organ
recital. Finally, Alice Moore Golden Bell
Chorus will perform at 1 p.m.
On Sunday, Dec. 6, the musical perfor-
because it enhances the learning
process through a unique and
complex teaching method.
As students enter into the
real world, they will all have to
face one common issue, money.
Investing in the stock market and
understanding how it works is
important when trying to manage
one’s personal finances. The Junior Achievement Stock Market
Competition not only enhances
the class experience of the Business and Personal Finance class
at Minnechaug but enriches children with valuable skills they
will use for a lifetime, he noted.
“The course teaches the students all about managing finances
and investing in companies intelligently,” Scanlon explained. “The
stock market, obviously, has a lot
to do with investing money. That
is why the competition serves
as a great experience for all the
students as they apply what they
have learned in the class.”
It can be hard to understand
a concept, such as economics or
the stock market, if it is only being taught in the classroom and
not being experienced in real life
scenarios. The Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge
creates an opportunity for students to get out of the classroom
and witness what they are learning first hand.
“It’s nice to apply the knowledge we learn in class to the real
world and see it pay off,” Mayotte said. “It’s not something that
we get to do in every class.”
mances will only continue. At 1 p.m. and
3 p.m., Rick Spencer will perform music
from the American traditions of the 19th
century and Paul Kaplan will perform seasonal songs with winter’s theme, respectively.
Yuletide will also include ice sculpting
demonstrations on Sunday, Dec. 6, handson children’s crafts, blacksmithing, quilting and a petting zoo.
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November 26, 2015
Vandals break into United Church
Two arrested,
arraigned Monday
By Tyler S. Witkop
WILBRAHAM – Two teens
broke into Wilbraham United
Church Friday night, breaking
three windows and causing damage to the Youth Room.
Dianne Lyons, public relations coordinator for the church,
said that the vandals used a brick
to smash through one window
and a fire extinguisher through
another, releasing the contents
inside the Youth Room, destroying most of the material inside.
The church’s fire alarm sounded
as a result of the particles released into the air from the extinguisher, she said.
The break-in occurred
around 6:30 p.m.
Wilbraham Police and Fire
units responded to the scene, as
well as church Superintendent
William Howell. K-9 Officer Joseph Brewer was the responding
officer, receiving assistance on
scene from Capt. Robert Zollo,
Sgt. Jeffrey Rudinski and Officer
Christian Letendre.
Wilbraham Police Sgt. Daniel Carr said that two juveniles
were caught and arrested in connection to the crime on charges
of breaking and entering in the
nighttime with intent to commit
a felony and malicious damage
over $250. They also face penalties for the discharge of a fire
extinguisher.
As juveniles, the names of
the suspects cannot be released.
As the Times went to press,
the two were to be arraigned in
Springfield Juvenile Court on
Monday, Carr said.
“Apparently, one of the kids
dropped his phone when the
alarm sounded,” Lyons said. She
explained that one of the officers
found the phone and called the
person’s home, leading to a confession.
Lyons commented
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the church’s finances. In total,
vandals broke four windows she
said.
For her, the disturbing part
of the ordeal is that she noticed
a group of four teens hanging
around the church parking lot
around the time she locked and
left the facility around 6 p.m.
The break-in and vandalism occurred shortly after she left for
the evening.
“What do they have to gain
from this,” she asked. “We’re a
church; we’re here to help people.”
She said that in recent years,
the church has unfortunately had
to remove certain pieces of children’s equipment and other items
on the premises due to other acts
of vandalism.
Echoing the Sunday sermon
from the church’s temporary
pastor, Rev. Tom Howells, who
previously served Hampden’s
Federated Community Church,
she said: “We’re praying for their
reformation.”
The crime remains under
investigation by Brewer. Anyone
with information may call the
department at 596-3837.
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National Grid encourages educated consumers
WALTHAM, Mass. – As
the beginning of the winter approaches, National Grid customers may be contacted with offers
to buy electricity from another
supplier. Before making a decision, National Grid encourages consumers to educate themselves.
New electricity supply
prices, reflected in the “Supply
Services” section of the monthly
electricity bill, took effect Nov.
1 and because of this, customers
may receive solicitations from
alternate energy suppliers with
offers to purchase electricity
on their behalf at a lower price.
National Grid encourages customers to consider all available
energy supply options at www.
ngrid.com/masschoice.
“An alternate electricity supplier is an option for our
customers to consider,” Marcy
Reed, president of National Grid
in Massachusetts and a Wilbraham resident, said. “I encourage anyone considering this to
simply read the fine print. And
know that whether you choose
an alternate supplier or not,
National Grid will deliver your
electricity safely and reliably, respond to service and emergency
needs, and restore power during
storms.”
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The utility said it has re-
ceived isolated reports that some
energy salespeople have been
presenting themselves as National Grid employees. These
representatives are not from National Grid as the company does
not conduct sales door-to-door or
over the phone, nor does it offer
residential equipment inspection
and maintenance service.
National Grid said its employees and contractors have visible photo identification badges
with the company logo and wear
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routine or emergency services
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Most, but not all, National Grid
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Help bring joy to nursing home patients
HAMPDEN – The Hampden Senior Center knitting and
quilting groups have made holiday stockings for the residents of
Wingate at Hampden and are now
seeking help filling the stockings
full of holiday goodies.
Suggested items are toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, nail
files, hand lotion, tissue packets, hand sanitizer bottles, candy
canes, chocolates and peanut butter crackers.
Donations can be dropped
off at the Hampden Senior Center by Tuesday, Dec. 1. For more
information, call Wendy at 5665588.
Noah Lis to visit St. Cecilia’s
WILBRAHAM – St. Cecilia Parish announced a liturgy and dinner on Tuesday,
Dec. 8. Local singer Noah Lis,
of Palmer, will entertain those
in attendance with holiday
songs.
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Community Survival Center delivers non-perishable packages of hope
30.
CENTER from page 1
this tends to be a particularly
busy time of year with donations
accumulating, what these newspapers learned was that some of
those holiday staples required to
make a full meal weren’t among
the more popular items collected
at the many drives throughout
the community.
“I’m kind of panicked right
now,” Michelle Levrault, assistant director of the Community
Survival Center said looking at
the nearly-empty shelf of items
as one of the volunteers plucked
the final can of yams to be packed
for delivery.
She also explained that
while the shelves are almost
considered a revolving door with
donations trickling in and the
need being portioned out, there
is never a shortage of need for
food items. While donations are
heaviest around Thanksgiving
and Christmas, and to a lesser
extent Easter, Levrault noted
that hunger doesn’t stop after the
holidays.
“People need to eat every
day,” she said.
Feeding the Need
At the start of last week, the
shelves were stocked to the gills,
but just a few days in, they were
empty again.
“The need has certainly
grown quite a bit,” Levrault
said.
The Community Survival
Center’s Food Pantry has four
distinct programs, which offer
assistance to qualifying at-risk
Melissa Torres of Indian Orchard checks the dates on the numerous donations that were
recently received before stacking them on their shelves.
individuals through the Emergency Food, Preschool, Senior
Outreach, and Holiday Food
programs. They service residents within the communities of
Ludlow, Wilbraham, Hampden,
and the Indian Orchard, Sixteen
Acres, and Pine Point neighborhoods of Springfield. To apply
to be a recipient of some of the
donations, applicants need only
a verification of address with a
recent piece of postmarked mail
for all adults within the household, verification of total month-
ly income, and a rent receipt,
mortgage statement, or property
bill. Applicants’ income must
fall under the USDA guidelines.
Each household is given between
10 to 12 pounds a food, per person. Singles or a couple receive
18 to 21 pounds per household.
Recently, Levrault and Madden
shared that there are already 150
new families added to the recipients list since the start of this fiscal year and approximately 40
new families a month.
Through the recent experi-
ence, it was apparent that those
numbers rang particularly true as
heads of the households waited
in a packed hallway for their
turn.
Through the Emergency
Food program, Jacqueline Madden, director of the Community
Survival Center, said qualified
individuals are offered a fiveday supply of necessary grocery
items, including meats. Families
may be a recipient of up to six
“Emergency Food” visits during
their fiscal year – July 1 to June
“While we recommend people spread those visits out, when
you have people who haven’t
eaten regularly in a while, they’ll
use up those emergencies all at
once,” she said.
With the preschool program,
there are 20 nutritious breakfasts, lunches, healthy snacks,
and milk – when available – and
juice, in the form of bagged groceries. This program is available
to any family participating in the
Emergency Food program. Families commit to picking up the
food once a month until the child
is old enough to attend school
full time.
The Senior Outreach program offers 12, 20- to 22-pound
bags of food to any and all senior
households.
“This program does not have
any geographic restriction to the
program,” said Levrault.
Both Madden and Levrault
had started with the intention
of just donating a “little time”
to their endeavors at the center,
but after a combined more than
40 years there, it is apparent that
their giving fills a need within
them as well.
“We put together well-balanced meals and have helped
a number of families over the
years, but there’s a special kind
of joy you get when you make
a child’s day,” Levrault said, recalling two different occasions
that the center was donated some
cookies and cakes. “That little
boy’s face when he looked in the
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HOPE from page 14
bag and saw the cookies on top:
‘Mom! Those are for us?’ Or
when one of our volunteers heard
that it was a little girl’s birthday
and we gave her a cake and sang
to her…it’s the satisfaction of
knowing you helped someone, in
some small way. That’s why I do
what I do.”
Give So Others Can Get
At the heart of the Community Survival Center is its Bridge
of Hope Thrift Shop, open to the
public Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m.
to 3:15 p.m., and Thursday from
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Goods ranging from men’s
and women’s fashions, handbags, shoes and household items
are available. The items, which
come to the center in the form
of donations, are priced by-thepiece, in many cases $2.
Additionally, for individuals experiencing a financial
hardship, there is the Clothing
and Household Goods Program.
Folks purchase a grocery bag for
$3 or $5, depending on individual need, and fill the bag with all
of the items they wish. Household goods are organized separately as there is associated sales
tax. To register into the program,
one only needs to present a form
of picture identification.
Madden explained that each
donation is separated upon de-
A lone can of cranberry sauce sits on the near-empty shelf
at the Community Survival Center.
livery by a survival center volunteer and any electronic item is
tested to ensure it works. Most of
the high quality articles of adult
clothing go to the thrift shop,
while every article of children’s
clothing goes directly to the program because there are so few
donations and such a high level
of need for the items.
“The [clothing] donation
room is the room that needs the
most help,” Madden said, noting
that there is a continuous flow
of staff and volunteer helpin to
sort through food items. “We’re
always looking for more volunteers.”
She commented that there
are community groups, like Wilbraham & Monson Academy,
that regularly contribute vol-
unteer help. Academy students
come on a weekly basis to help
hang clothing in the thrift shop
she said. The need for help, she
said, is never ending.
In the two hours of volunteering and interviewing, staff
and volunteers never stopped
opening plastic trash bags filled
with clothing and other items.
And while their hands feverishly
worked to put the donations into
organized piles and rolling canvas bins, there was no shortage
of community members pulling
up to the rear of the building
with more items.
Madden noted that like their
food pantry, almost every donation will go to use. As with
spoiled or pet food, there are
exceptions to items they can and
will sell. Weapons, for instance,
are such items they do not accept. Others they will not accept
include large appliances, bicycles, air conditioners, baby items
– like car seats and strollers, stereo equipment, televisions, monitors, toys and power tools.
All of the thrift shop and
clothing program purchases directly fund the food bought by
the center at the Food Bank of
Western Massachusetts. Those
purchases supplement and fill in
the gaps of food donations from
the community.
Behind the thrift shop,
workers sort through a mountain
of canned and boxed goods to
fill the shelves of the food pan-
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try, which fills a space roughly
as large as the average living
room of a suburban home. Cans
of beans, vegetables and tuna,
and jars of peanut butter, amount
for the bulk of the current donations. Lacking is pasta, rice,
canned meat and chunky soup.
Peanut butter is always in need
they said.
As fast as the items hit the
shelves, they disappear, going to
local families in need. Levrault
and Madden commented that
full shelves will last two weeks
at the most with the amount of
people in need growing each
month.
Levrault said that there is
a misconception that those who
seek help are doing so because
they are lazy or aren’t working
hard.
“That’s simply not the case,”
she said. “If people didn’t have
to be here, they wouldn’t be.”
She noted that these people
are family, friends and neighbors
making tough decisions whether
to eat or have a place to live.
“I think everyone should
experience the needs of the
community through volunteering. Before I came here I’d hear
about people in need,” Levrault
said. “Just seeing the amount of
need … is eye opening.”
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SPORTS
Minnechaug’s
Molly Serra
(15) steps into
a kick with her
right foot.
Tomahawks chop
down Falcons
By Nate Rosenthal
Turley Publications
Sports Correspondent
WESTFIELD - The
Minnechaug girls soccer
team had a wonderful run in
2015, but it came to an end
with a 2-1 loss to Central
champion, Algonquin in the
Division 1 state semifinals
played at Westfield State.
The inning goal for the Tomahawks came with just 3:55
remaining in regulation.
While ending a season
in this manner is always a
disappointment,
that the
Falcons made it as far as
they did was in and of itself
a great accomplishment.
The Falcons finished their
regular season with a 13-23 record, earning the second
seed in the West Division
1 bracket. They were also
second in the Coombs Conference at 4-2-2. Along the
Falcons place
second at
Championships
By Nate Rosenthal
Turley Publications
CHICOPEE - The Minnechaug gymnastics team gave
perennial power a good run at the
PVIAC championships last week.
But they fell short and finished
second, 136.450 to 134.025. For
Westfield, it was the ninth championship in a row.
The Falcons, as a team won
two of the four events and were
second in another. Westfield
was the top team in the other.
On the uneven parallel bars,
the Bombers won with 34.225
over Hampshire, who came in
at 32.450. Minnechaug was
third with 31.550. The Bombers were winners on the balance
beam scoring 34.725 to beat out
Minnechaug, whose score was
33.900. Agawam placed third
at 32.225. Minnechaug was a
winner in the vault with 33.350.
That just edged out Westfield’s
33.200. Hampshire was third
with 32.900. They also won the
floor exercise with 35.225. Westfield was second with 34.275 and
Hampshire, 34.220, was third.
Rounding out the teams were
Hampshire in third place with
130.475, Chicopee Comp, next
at 126.100 and Agawam, fifth at
123.625.
Westfield gymnasts were
winners in three of the four
way, Minnechaug beat Agawam, the #10 team, 3-2; West
Springfield, the third seed,
1-0 in overtime; Ludlow, the
top seed, 1-0 with 9 seconds
left in that game. Their two
losses came against Ludlow
and Westside. Minnechaug
made it by strength of their
defense, allowing just 16
goals in 18 regular season
games and then two in the
three postseason matches.
The Falcons had eight
shutouts during the
regular season and
allowed more than
one goal in just
three contests.
Please see
FALCONS,
page 18
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Please see TEAM, page 18
Warriors tip Falcons in Whips opener
By Gregory A. Scibelli
Turley Publications
WEST
SPRINGFIELD
– For Tantasqua, they made
the hour-long drive to West
Springfield to enjoy some good
preseason competition.
Minnechaug was already
in midseason form and felt like
it was the Western Mass. finals
when the game went to overtime.
But it was the excited Warriors that prevailed by a 5-2
margin in overtime to advance
into the quarterfinals 34-31
over Minnechaug on Tuesday
night in the 28th Annual Whip’s
Sporting Goods High School
Girls Basketball Tip-Off Classic held at the West Springfield
Boys & Girls Club.
Emma Boland, Gabby
Roberts, and Sylvia Wong
were the key components of
overtime for the Warriors.
Wong would begin the
overtime immediately and take
a tip-off from Roberts and got
to the basket. She was fouled
Turley Publications photos by Gregory A.
Scibelli
The Falcons’ Kara Gasieyer
takes the ball down the
court.
and made both free throws to
give Tantasqua the lead.
Roberts would make another free throw to give the
Warriors a three-point lead.
The Falcons’ Saida Gamiclonia would deliver a layup to
bring her team within one at
32-31.
But Boland would nail a
hook shot with 26 seconds remaining to make it a four-point
game.
The Falcons would call
timeout with about six seconds
remaining to develop a play for
a three-pointer. But a pass was
stolen and the Warriors picked
up the victory.
Coach Deb Adams said the
Warriors have been coming out
from Central Mass. for several
years because the competition
in the tournament was been enjoyable.
“We participate in a lot of
things around here,” she said.
“The girls really enjoy coming
out here and seeing the competition. We have a lot of fun
here.”
Jim Whipple, whose business sponsors the tournament,
also was at the helm of the Falcons’ team.
He joked that after 28
years, he has never won the
tournament, but still enjoys
sponsoring the teams so they
Please see BALL, page 18
Turley Publications submitted photo
Wilbraham U12
boys take home title
WILBRAHAM - Wilbraham U12 boys soccer competed
in Gateway and won the championship, 2-1.
Mike Pelletier scored and
Nick Guidi scored the winning
goal with 6:00 left in the championship game.
The team had an undefeated
season 10-0-3.
Pictured front row (from left
to right): Michael Nordstrom,
Nick Guidi, Ryan Peabody, Cade
Norris, Anthony Amato, Mason
Dean and Austin Monteiro. Back
row: assistant coach Chris Norris, Sam Sibilia, Parker Donahue, Mike Pelletier, Jake Girhiny,
Geno Fachetti, Jace Falcone and
head coach Bret Guidi.
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November 26, 2015
FALCONS from page 17
Their semifinals opponent,
Algonquin, was the winner of
the Mid-Wachusett Conference
at 7-0 and 17-1 overall in the
regular season. While they were
known for their offense, scoring
78 regular season goals, they
were equally strong on defense,
giving up just 15. That was an
average better than a 4-1 score
per game. After the Tomahawks
swept through the playoffs, their
national ranking improved from
25th to 11th as they came to
Westfield to face the Falcons. Algonquin is truly a powerhouse.
It was against this team that
Minnechaug was trying to get
to a second state final in three
years. While they did not make
that, the Falcons had given up
just one goal to the Tomahawks
through 86 minutes of play. The
game winner was a low 22-yard
shot through a screen that flew
past Minnechaug keeper, Tamra
Zippin. Over the final four minutes, the Tomahawks were able
to hold off the Falcons.
“This was disappointing,”
said coach Nundi Goncalves.
“It always is when your season
comes to and end like this. But
someone has to win and someone has to lose. The girls gave
it everything they had and we
were almost there. No one gave
us much of a chance, but we took
it as far as we could. I am proud
of the team.”
As far as play on the field
was concerned, Algonquin controlled it throughout. They were
especially strong in the first half,
when they took a 1-0 lead into
the break. The Tomahawks had
eight shots, four of which were on
goal. The Falcons had just three
and only one was close enough
to be recorded as save. Their
goal came with just under 13:00
to go in the half. That trend continued into the second half and
it was not until the 22nd minute
that Minnechaug had even one
BALL from page 17
can get some touches on the basketball.
“It was a great game,” he
said. “We had a little bit of everything. We had some leads,
we were down, and had some
overtime and special plays.
This was a varsity-level game
and that’s what we want to have
for the girls to get them ready
for the season.”
Whipple said heading in,
he felt he had an advantage
with fresh athletes, as none of
his players were coming off
playing soccer with the Western
Massachusetts Division I champions.
Tantasqua led most of the
game, holding a 10-4 lead after
one quarter. The Falcons continuously came back every time,
with a 15-15 halftime scores.
The third quarter brought little
scoring, but the Warriors pulled
ahead 20-17, and held a slight
advantage throughout the fourth
quarter before the Falcons tied
the score 29-29.
Tantasqua moved on to the
quarterfinals against South Hadley. The Falcons, meanwhile,
have an opportunity to play in
the preliminary game before the
finals after only losing by three
points.
Gregory A. Scibelli is a
sports correspondent for Turley
Publications. He can be reached
at gscibelli@turley.com.
Minnechaug’s Molly Roy (19) pushes the ball up the field.
shot on or near the goal. Algonquin had five by that time. After
starting to assert themselves on
offense after that first shot, the
Falcons tied the game in the 67th
minute of the game. They kept
up the pressure and had a few
opportunities to take the lead.
But in the end, it was Algonquin
that got the big score.
The first shot of the game
was a 25-yarder in the fourth
minute by Katherine Hostage
on goal for a Zippin save. In
the sixth, Caroline Leonard was
wide right from 15 yards and
two minutes after that Hostage
sent a 20-yarder to the right as
well. The Tomahawks got a corner kick in the 10th minute and
that was followed by a Leonard
header that was just to the right
of the goal from eight yards.
It was not until the 14th
minute that Minnechaug had
even an attempt. That came on
a Jaileen Goncalves 20 yard shot
that went wide right. In the 17th,
Molly Serra, sent one from 15
yards to the right. The first save
by Lauren Cammarano was on
a 15-yard shot by Ryann Kuhn,
Rachel Granger starts a fast break down the right
side.
who had just entered the game
in the 19th minute. The Tomahawks cleared and got a shot on
Zippin, an 8-yarder by Leonard.
They kept the ball in the
Minnechaug zone and while no
shots were produced for some
time, the pressure was there. After a clear past midfield, Algonquin came right back. Annemarie Moy sent a lead pass from her
side of the 50 down the middle.
Sydney Carney caught up with it
at the 25 and dribbled another 10
yards. Zippin came out and collided with Carney, The shot got
off and it went slowly into the
left corner. The time was 27:45
and Algonquin had a 1-0 lead.
Carney had the goal and Moy,
the assist.
Minnechaug had a chance
in the 31st minute as Kuhn was
wide right with a 20-yarder. A
minute after that, Leonard sent
one on goal from 12 yards.
There were no more shots over
the final 8:00 of the half.
The possession dominance
continued into the second half.
In the first 50 seconds, Moy
was just wide to the left from 12
yards. In the 11th, a corner kick
found Hostage at the 10 and her
shot hit the crossbar. The Tomahawks had another corner in the
13th minute. There was also a
shot through the crease in the
18th, but no one was there to retrieve it.
It was the 22nd minute when
Minnechaug got their first shot
on goal in the half. Vanessa Chiarella was stopped by Cammarano from 15 yards. Then in the
24th, it was Serra and an 18-yard
shot that Cammarano saved. It
was back at the other end in the
26th minute, as a Leonard 15yarder was stopped by Zippin.
Minnechaug then cleared
and kept up some pressure once
they got to the other end. From
just outside the box Serra lofted
a ball towards the goal. Gon-
TEAM from page 17
events plus their athletes placed
first and second in the all around.
Their best event was the uneven
parallel bars where four of their
six entries placed in the scoring.
Emma Kotfila was tied for first
with Nicholas Hoskin, both scoring, 8.850. Second was Liz Walker at 8.550. The Bombers also
had third and fifth in this apparatus. On the balance beam they
went 1-2 with Kotfila at 9.025
and Walker at 8.850. Two more
placed in fifth and sixth. Westfield also got a first on the vault,
as Liz Walker, 9.020, beat Sarah
O’Brien and Autumn Bradway,
both of Minnechaug, who scored
8.7. Haleigh Lepage of Chicopee
Comp won the floor exercise over
O’Brien, 9.000 to 8.950. Walker,
35.050, edged out Kotfila, 34.725,
in the all around.
Minnechaug was represented
by nine athletes, three of which
competed in all three events,
O’Brien, Bradway and Tessa Lopez. O’Brien finished in a tie with
Bradway in the vault, each scoring
8.7 and she was second on floor
exercise at 8.950, as well. She
placed fourth on the bars with a
score of 8.300, but fell to 10th on
the balance beam with a score of
8.125. Her overall score of 34.175
was good enough to finish third in
calves got it on the bounced and
had enough control to send it
past Cammarano from 8 yards.
That goal came at 27:48 of the
second half, in the 68th minute
of the game. The score was tied
and momentum was shifting.
Minnechaug kept the ball
in and in the next 3:00, they had
two more shots on goal. In the
28th, it was Serra from 12 yards.
In fact, Cammarano could not
handle it cleanly and it bounced
back onto the field. In the 30th
minute, she had cleaner save on
Kuhn fro 18 yards.
The Tomahawks were able
to clear and they started setting
up in the 35th minute. With 3:55
remaining, MacKenzie Smith
picked up a loose ball at the 25yard line and drove it low and
toward the left corner. Zippin
never saw it until it was by her,
as it stayed low to the ground. A
minute after the goal, she had to
make a save on a 20 yard shot by
Leonard.
The Falcons last chances
came with just under 2:00 to
play. Madison Bonavita was
wide right from 12 and Chiarella
was on goal from 10. But that
was it and seconds later, the
Tomahawks stormed the field to
celebrate.
While the first half and a
good part of the second was
dominated by Algonquin, the
Falcons closed the statistical
gap considerably in the second
half. They had seven second
half shots and six were on goal.
Cammarano saved five after the
break. Algonquin had eight in
the second half, three of which
were goal. Unfortunately, one of
those was a goal.
A great season for the Falcons had come to an end.
Nate Rosenthal is a sports
correspondent for Turley Publications. He can be reached at
dforbes@turley.com.
the all around to the two Westfield
athletes. Bradway, along with her
second place tie with O’Brien, was
fourth on the balance beam, 8.600,
and fifth on the floor, 8.825. She
was 15th on the bars with a 7.100.
With 33.225, Bradway was fifth
in the all around. Lopez top finish was fourth on floor, 8.850 and
she was eighth on the beam with
8.250. With a 7.400 on the bars
and 7.650 on vault, she was 12th
and 14th. Lopez scored 32.150 all
around points and finished eighth.
Calli Murray did three events,
vault, 7.9500- ninth; beam, 8.00012th; bars 7.350-13th. Also doing three was Madolyn Salvatore.
She did the beam, 8.750- third;
bars, 8.400-4th; floor, 8.6008th. Yaritza Toledo did the vault,
8.000- eighth and also the floor,
8.050-18th. It was two for Anna
Moraitis. beam, 8.300-seventh
and floor, 8.300-14th.
Lydia
Ryan did the bars, 6.900-17th and
McKenzie Courtney did the vault,
7.400-17th.
Kaili Deauseault of Chicopee
Comp, was the senior award winner.
Nate Rosenthal is a sports
correspondent for Turley Publications. He can be reached at
dforbes@turley.com.
The deadline for submissions for this sports section
is the Monday before publication by noon.
Players from Minnechaug and Tantasqua battle for
possession of a loose ball.
To send in information, contact Sports Editor Dave Forbes, at 413-283-8393 ext. 237,
send an e-mail to dforbes@turley.com or send it through the mail to:
Turley Publications c/o Sports Editor Dave Forbes, 24 Water St., Palmer, MA 01069
November 26, 2015
Volleyball All-Stars
announced
HOLYOKE - The International Volleyball Hall of Fame
is proud to announce the fourth
Annual Spalding Western Massachusetts Girls High School
Volleyball All-Star Teams and
Game.
The 28 players selected for
first team honors are from 14
high schools throughout Western Massachusetts. Thirty additional players were selected for
second team honors. All players were invited to play in the
Spalding All-Star Game.
Senior Stephanie Chapin,
senior Katie Gagnon and senior Zoe Lipkens were named
to the first team, while junior
Michaela Cronin, sophomore
Meg Giordano and junior Zoe
Tatro were named to the second
team.
Volleyball All-Stars rosters
First Team
Meg Adams
H
Clare Basler-Chang
H
Stephanie ChapinMB
Rachael Cialek
H
Sarah ConliskMB
Alexis Corcoran
H
Brittney CunninghamS
Meghan D’Amours
H
Angela DavisMB
Nina DiasS
Val DonskayaMB
Katie GagnonS
Nina Hayes
H
Sara LaFrienereMB
Zoe Lipkens
H
Caroline McCoy
H
Cara McKenzieMB
Ayanna Meadows
H
Kayla Mokwuah
H
Gillian Pirnie
H
Remi Quesnelle
H
Sadie Simons
H
Rudi SpanoS
Shenna Tyer
H
Kendra WilliamsS
Hope Willis
H
Sarah WoodfordL
Emily WoodwardS
“The Hall of Fame celebrates the very best in the world
of volleyball.” said IVHF Executive Director George Mulry.
“We are always excited when
we can celebrate and recognize
the best volleyball athletes from
our local community and the
sports birthplace.”
Selected players were chosen by a committee consisting
of local coaches, officials, and
the media. Players from Frontier led all honors having four
players named first team allstars followed by Longmeadow,
Minnechaug and West Springfield with three first team selections.
The Spalding All-Star
Game is supported by Whip’s
Sporting Goods and Pioneer
Valley Juniors.
Minnechaug alumni soccer
game set for Friday
WILBRAHAM - The 17th annual Minnechaug
Boys Alumni Soccer Game will take place Nov. 27
at 10 a.m. at the Wilbraham Soccer Club complex.
All former and current players are encouraged
to attend as well as coaches, parents, and friends.
Players should bring appropriate equipment to play.
Rain or shine a team meeting will follow at 1
p.m. at Dana’s Grillroom.
Girls Fastpitch softball
players wanted
NEYSA 14U team is looking to add some players. This team is based out of Springfield, but players from other communities are welcome to join.
Players should first check to see if their community sponsors a team in the NEYSA League and
if so whether there are available slots.
The Springfield-based team plans to begin indoor practices early next year on Saturdays. Once
weather permits practices will move outdoors to our
home fields at Greenleaf Park in Springfield and
be more frequent. Coach Darrell Weldon lives in
Belchertown and willing to provide rides from this
area if needed.
Eligible players for this 14U team must not
reach age 15 prior to Jan. 1, 2016. Ability does not
matter. Coaches are always willing to work with
anyone that wants to improve their skills and be able
to enjoy playing the game. Our regular season and
playoffs run from the beginning of May through the
end of June.
If interested please send an email to softballcoachdpw@gmail.com with contact information.
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Ware
2018Amherst
2016Minnechaug
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2016
Frontier
2016
Chicopee
2017Longmeadow
2016Agawam
2016
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2017Ludlow
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2016Minnechaug
2017Amherst
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Second Team All-Stars
Markina Ako-BrewL
Dagny AlbanoS
Natasha Belardo
H
Kayla CalafMB
MacKenzie Chaban
H
Katherine Conlisk
H
Sara CoreyL
Michaela CroninMB
Maddy DentzanL
Sienna DillensneiderS
Sonya DonskayaL
Nahyska DumeyS
Julia Fleury
H
Meg Giordano
H
Gerlitz Hernandez
H
Caroline HitchcockMB
Kathy Jaracz
H
Mia JeronimoMB
Kelsey JohnstoneS
Kayla Krom
H
Sophia LaRoche
H
Cassidy MilikenS
Abbie MokwuahMB
Teya NolanS
Hope Parker
H
Courtney Picard
H
Megan Rice
H
Quinn RocheMB
Zoe Tatro
H
Kiana Turner
H
2017Sabis
2017Mt. Greylock
2016
Holyoke
2016
Chicopee
2017
Westfield
2016
Frontier
2016
Frontier
2017Minnechaug
2016Easthampton
2018Turners Falls
2016Longmeadow
2016Renaissance
2016
West Springfield
2018Minnechaug
2017
Commerce
2017Agawam
2017
Chicopee Comp
2016Ludlow
2016
Westfield
2017Mt. Everett
2016Athol
2017Agawam
2017Longmeadow
2018Amherst
2017Athol
2016Lee
2017Amherst
2018
Belchertown
2017Minnechaug
2018South Hadley
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Annual tree lighting ‘brighter than ever’
November 26, 2015
This week in recreation
By Ron Dobosz, Forman
Wilbraham Parks and Recreation
Department
at Spec Pond, we just completed the
patching and sodding of goal areas
and low spots on the multi-purpose
fields, and sodded as needed on the
baseball fields at Spec Pond. We now
t is hard to believe that
plan to renovate the home
the outdoor sports seaplate areas at Farrell and
sons have come to an
McLaughlin fields this fall,
end and we are preparing
and level and edge around
our parks, fields, and equipfirst and third base areas on
ment for winter.
Farrell Field.
It was a successful year
We continue to remove
for the Parks and Recreleaves and debris from all
ation Department and we
our parks and remove and
are proud of what was acstore all sporting equipment
complished. We had a great
for the winter. We will be
Spec Pond beach season,
Ron
Dobosz
busy this winter inspecting
with great crowds enjoying
and repairing as needed all
the beach and the pond, and
the Day Camp utilizing the pond for of our sports and recreation equipswimming and kayaking. All of the ment so it is all ready for the 2016
sports teams enjoyed using our fa- season. I would like to wish everycilities this season and they were all one a peaceful and relaxing Thanksgrateful for the hard work the depart- giving Day.
ment did to make the fields safe and
consistent as possible.
Turf Tip: It is not too late to apWe also started and completed ply a high potassium fertilizer on your
many projects in 2015. We com- lawns. This will help strengthen your
pletely renovated both baseball grass for the harsh winter and also
fields at the Memorial Field Com- help it recover in the spring when
plex, installed a new batting tunnel your grass comes out of dormancy.
I
TIMES file photo by David Miles
Santa Claus leads the countdown at last year’s annual Tree Lighting
Ceremony. Rotary Club past president and Tree Lighting co-chair Dr. Ed
McFarland said he expects this year’s event to be “brighter than ever.”
TREE from page 1
ant evergreen tree located in Crane Park in
the center of town.
“Walter said I always pick the coldest
day to put up the lights and it was cold,”
McFarland commented, noting that the
morning was in the 20s and windy this
year.
At over 25 feet tall and featuring well
over 3,000 lights strung horizontally and
vertically, the 300 or more spectators will
be in for a surprise he said.
The ceremony, sponsored by the
Times and Luso Federal Credit Union,
will take place Sunday, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m.
featuring an invocation by St. Cecilia’s
Rev. Daniel Boyle and appearances by
Wilbraham Selectmen Chairman Robert
Boilard and state Rep. Angelo Puppolo Jr.
(D-Springfield). But the main attraction
is a visit from the Jolly Old Elf himself:
Santa Claus.
‘Mood Snow’
“This event is a rite of passage for
the Wilbraham kids at the holidays,” Rotary Club President Charles Bennett said.
“There’s something about the excitement
when the fire engine comes down Main
Street with lights flashing and the siren
blowing.”
Bennett commented that his own
children, now grown, still remember Santa Claus escorted by the Fire Department
and leading the town’s assembled onlookers in a countdown to the lighting of the
tree.
“I’m hoping for a little mood snow,”
he said, noting a light coating of the white
stuff would help create a holiday atmosphere.
Additionally, attendants will be treated to mulled cider and snacks courtesy of
Landmark Realtors and festive music.
McFarland and Markett together have
been coordinating the annual ceremony
for over 20 years, which McFarland explained “was given to us” once the club
took over the task from the former Men’s
Club. Markett has said that the tree was
originally 12 feet tall, more than doubling
its size since then. According to McFarland, Luso donated $200 for the purchase
of new lights for this year’s ceremony.
The tree receives power courtesy of
a generous neighbor next door. Once officially lit, the tree will turn on daily from
4 to 11 p.m. utilizing a timer.
Tyler S. Witkop can be reached at
twitkop@turley.com.
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DECEMBER CLASSES
Tempting Tunisian Crochet – begins 12/1
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid – begins 12/1
Medicare Planning Workshop – 12/1
ABCs of Annuities – 12/2
Hearty Salads for the Cold Season – 12/3
Make the Most Out of Social Security – 12/3
Discovering Our Inner Guide Through Dreams etc. – 12/3
Will I Have Income for Life During Retirement? – 12/7
Handbuilding Pottery – begins 12/7
Deliciously Healthy – 12/7
Learning About the Internet – 12/8 or 12/9
Investment and Retirement Fees – 12/9
German Bell Ornaments – 12/12
Powerpoint 2010 Plus – begins 12/14
Thoroughly Preparing a Will for You – 12/14
HOLIDAY ARTISAN FAIR, SATURDAY, DEC. 5, 10AM-3PM
Call 413-289-6091 to register for classes
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for full details of all classes
CLUES ACROSS
1. And so forth (abbr.)
4. Used to be United
__
7. Upper left
keyboard key
10. Invitable ruin
12. Consumed
13. N.H. Maine river
14. Sen. Thurmond
16. More (Spanish)
17. Oh, God!
18. Designed chairs
20. Insect living in
organized colonies
21. Anglo-Saxon
theologian, c.700
22. Ecclesiastics
25. Magic incantation
30. Swan Lake and
Don Quixote
31. Affirmative
32. Conspiracy
33. Citizen of
Stockholm
38. Light brown
41. Roman judge
43. Sonny & Cher
classic
45. Chopped mixture
for stuffing
48. Am. Nobel
physicist Isodor
49. Maya __ of
Vietnam Veterans
Memorial
50. Expressed
pleasure
55. In bed
56. Finnish
57. Canacol Energy
stock symbol
59. Leather strap for
hawks
60. UA fraternity est.
3-9-1856
61. Low, sideless cart
62. They __
63. Single Lens Reflex
64. Point that is
midway between N
and NE
CLUES DOWN
1. Murrow, Sullivan &
Koch
2. Carrying bag
3. Countess of
Grantham
4. Key fruit
5. One kept in
readiness
6. Bring back to normal
7. Avid
8. Lots of
9. Formal close (music)
11. Dad’s partner
13. Point that is one
point E of SE
15. Myself
19. Minor disagreement
23. Promotional
materials
24. Bahama capital
25. Rudiments of a
subject
26. Bleat
27. Right linebacker
28. Flower petals
29. Early culture of Gr.
Britain
34. Worldwide internet
35. 7th Greek letter
36. When born (abbr.)
37. Before
39. Existing forever
40. About name
41. Myanmar monetary
unit
42. Island north of
Guam
44. Soft
45. __ Castell, makers
of pens
46. Excessively fat
47. Eliminates
48. A Hindu prince or
king in India
51. Carrier’s invention
52. Possessed
53. Deserve through
action
54. Doyen
58. A way to change
color
November 26, 2015
Page 21
WEDDING AND EVENT PLANNER
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.
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.
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.
Look Park Garden House – Gazebo, Pine Theater
and S anc tuar y for we dding re ceptions 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.
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 pre-wedding and
rehearsal dinner parties. 281 Greenfield Road, Scenic
Routes 5 & 10, South Deerfield, MA. 413-665-2805.
www.magicwings.com.
Publick House Historic Inn & Country Lodge – Has
been creating picturesque New England weddings for
over 230 years. Visit 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!
Storrow ton Tavern – Storrow ton 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
w a s d e s i g n e d b y A m e r i c a n a rc h i te c t 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.
Villa Rose – 1428 Center Street, Ludlow. 413-5476667. Banquet facilities for parties large and small up
to 200 people. Showers, receptions, graduations and
more. Catering available for up to 1,000 people.
The Wherehouse? – Located downtown in historic
Holyoke. The most unusual & 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.
CATERERS
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.
FLORISTS
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.
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 Road, Springfield, MA. Visit us on the web
at www.16acresgardencenter.com.
Photos by Karen Geaghan Photography
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 Street 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 Street, 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 – Showers, ceremonies,
rehearsal dinners, receptions. Tents for 10-500. Tables,
chairs, dance floors, linens, tent lighting, events,
graduations, bbq’s. Call 413-583-3123 or visit us on the
web at www.michaelspartyrentals.com.
Northampton Rental Center – From intimate to
extravagant, weddings are a big event with us. We
offer expert advice in selecting the finest tents, chairs,
tab;es, dinnerware, glassware and flatware to make
your reception memorable. 59 Service Center Road,
Northampton, MA. 413-584-5072.
Photos by Aim Images
Page 22
November 26, 2015
Business
New faces at Fancy That Antiques
Wilbraham
business under
new ownership
By Gregory A. Scibelli
Turley Publications
Correspondent
WILBRAHAM – From the
high life in Los Angeles to the
quiet life of the Berkshires, the
Chipps are looking to enjoy the
advantages of small town living.
Malena and Bruce Chipps
recently purchased Fancy That
Antiques located on Boston Road
in Wilbraham, and are looking to
enjoy Western Massachusetts after living a hectic L.A. lifestyle.
Malena Chipps spent time
as an opera singer while her husband was a Hollywood producer.
Both also had hobbies with antiques, with Malena specifically
interested in designing and altering jewelry and furs. When Bruce
was ready to retire, Malena said
they decided to make their way
across the country and live in the
Berkshires.
“We found a beautiful home
in the Berkshires in Stockbridge,”
said Malena Chipps.
Two years after moving,
they discovered the Wilbraham
antique store was for sale and decided to capitalize on the small
shop to pursue their love of antiques in their retirement years.
“We really enjoy getting to
take things and refurbish them
and making them beautiful
again,” she said.
Her husband spends the majority of his time working on furniture and related antiques. She
says he purchases most of his
furniture from France and Italy,
and brings it back to the U.S. to
refurbish and sell.
“He’s really good at finding
things out there for low prices
and then making them into something better,” she said.
Malena spends her time
bringing new life to jewelry and
furs, as well as creating her own
jewelry and selling it.
Help Customers
Since opening the shop in
October, Malena said her favorite part of the work has been the
people.
“I love the interaction,” said
Malena. “I love the people and I
love being able to help them find
what they need.”
The Chipps also provide a
unique advising service, where
they help their clients with buying and selling their own antiques.
TIMES photo by Gregory A. Scibelli
Malena and Bruce Chipps (not pictured) are the new owners of Fancy That Antiques in
Wilbraham.
“If someone has antiques
and they are looking to sell them,
we may buy them from them,”
she said. “If we cannot meet their
price, we may help them figure out
how they can sell it for the price
they are looking for. We want to
help people get the most value
they can for their antiques.”
Malena said there are no
plans to do any major expansions or move the business closer
to their home. It is a 90-minute
drive from Stockbridge to the
store, but Malena enjoys the
trip.
“To get to my husband’s studio is a two-hour drive to go just
18 miles,” she said. “Here, you
can go pretty far in that time.
And it is beautiful out here.”
The store is now open and
selling a collection of antiques
and jewelry. Malena said she and
her husband are working on creating more of a showroom setting for the furniture portion of
their business.
Fancy That Antiques is located at 2805 Boston Road and
open seven days a week from 10
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Chipps will
also work with customers who
are unable to leave their homes,
making house calls to come and
evaluate antiques.
Monson Savings to hold retirement workshop
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been helping others help themselves
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Baystate Wing Hospital, Palmer
BigY Foods, Inc.
Comfort Pillows by Nana, Pam Lewis, Monson
Diamond Junction Bowling Lanes, Palmer
Dream Catcher’s Furniture, Palmer
Dunkin Donuts, Palmer
Echo Hill Orchard & Winery, Monson
F. L. Roberts & Co. Car Wash, Wilbraham
Friendly’s Ice Cream, Wilbraham
Girly’s Grill, Palmer
Jackson’s Auto, Palmer
Ken’s Automotive, Wilbraham
Masters Touch Jewelers, Palmer
NAPA Auto Store, Palmer
NEPM – New England Promotional Marketing, Wilbraham
Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School
Pride Convenience Stores, Springfield Area
Salon Trendz, Palmer
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HAMPDEN – Monson Savings Bank
announced a complimentary workshop
entitled, “Protecting Your Retirement Income for Life” will be held Tuesday, Dec.
1 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Hampden Senior Center, 104 Allen St.
Presented by Mack Mikaelian, divisional vice president, SunAmerica Retirement Markets, the event will provide an
overview of the Polaris Variable Annuity
with an optional income benefit to help
attendees determine if this is a retirement
income strategy they should explore.
“We are very pleased to be offering
this free workshop,” said Steve Lowell,
president of Monson Savings Bank. “Saving for retirement is hard enough, but
then converting retirement savings into
life time income can be very complex and
confusing. That’s why we feel these complimentary workshops are so important.”
For more information, contact Anna
Calvanese at 413-267-1221 or email acalvanese@monsonsavings.com.
Seating
is limited. A light buffet supper will be
served.
WNEU offers free legal services to small businesses
SPRINGFIELD – The Western New
England University Small Business Legal Clinic is now accepting applications
from entrepreneurs and small business
owners seeking legal assistance for the
spring 2016 semester.
Under faculty supervision, law
students assist clients with legal issues
including choice of entity, employment
policies, contract drafting, regulatory
compliance, and intellectual property
issues relating to trademark applications and copyright. This is a free ser-
vice available to local businesses that
would not otherwise have the resources
to obtain these types of services.
The Small Business Legal Clinic
asks small business owners to submit
their applications by Thursday, Dec.
31. Applications received after that date
will be considered if additional resources are available. Students will begin
providing services in mid-January. For
more information, call the Legal Clinic
at 413-782-1469 or email mfletcher@
law.wne.edu.
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November 26, 2015
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Obituary
Roland A. Corbeil
(1936-2015)
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SPRINGFIELD – Roland A. Corbeil,
79, passed away on
Nov. 18 in Baystate
Medical Center surrounded by his loving
family. He was born
March 13, 1936 in
Springfield, Massachusetts. He was the
son of Armand and
Alice
(Coulombe)
Corbeil. Roland lived
in Springfield for the past nine years and
previously resided in Wilbraham and Ludlow. He is survived by his wife, Margaret
“Peggy” (Santaniello) of Wilbraham, four
daughters, Celeste A. Chenier (James)
of Ludlow, Michelle Corbeil-Crawford
(Brian) of Ware, Laurie M. Gauthier of
North Grosvenordale, Connecticut, who
was also his primary caregiver, and Cheryl Lenville of Springfield. He also leaves
seven grandchildren, Jimmy Chenier, Melissa Wilkes (Paul), Abby Crawford, Erin
Crawford and Andrew, Shannon and Emily Santaniello, two great-grandchildren,
Anna Marie and Maddison Brady Wilkes, a step-son Scott Santaniello (Denise)
of Springfield, brother-in-law, Louis of
Springfield, cousins Lucille Searleman of
West Springfield, and her three children,
Kevin, Kim and Keith, as well as Alice
Casey of Springfield, Canadian cousins
Lise Racine and Estelle DiMarzio (Peter),
and kind and loving neighbors, Jose and
Romanita.
Besides his parents, he was preceded
in death by Darlene Nancy Corbeil.
Roland was born in Springfield, MA,
in March, during the flood of 1936. The
flood waters of the Connecticut River had
covered Chestnut Street and Roland and
his mom, Alice, were isolated in Mercy
Hospital. Dad, Armand, was unable to
visit his wife and new son. Roland was
raised in the two-story home and barns
located at the corner of Bay Street and
Roosevelt Avenue, Springfield. It was the
home of the Fitzgerald Dairy Farm where
his dad delivered milk by horse and wagon to homes in the Pine Point and Winchester Square areas. Armand Corbeil had
moved here from Montreal, Canada, in
the 1920s. There was also a golf driving
range next to their home on Bay Street.
Springfield Central High School is now
on that site near Blunt Park. The owner,
Patrick Fitzgerald, sold land to the city
of Springfield for the old Memorial Golf
Course, and to Smith & Wesson off of
Roosevelt Avenue. Patrick taught Roland
that “the early bird catches the worm!”
Patrick took Roland every day to the Memorial Golf Course for a milk shake and
to practice on the green. Perhaps if Pat
had lived longer, Roland would have become a better golfer! He was a graduate
of the High School of Commerce Class of
1953 and was a member of their reunion
committee. He was a 1960 Cum-Laude
graduate of Western New England College with a B.B.A. in Accounting. Roland
was employed by MassMutual Life Insurance Company for 43 years as director of
Client Services and retired in 1996. He
was a Chartered Life Underwriter, and a
member of the National Alliance of Securities Dealers. He was an associate at Ludlow Auto Sales for 28 years. He was past
president of the Ludlow Jaycees. Roland
received an award from then President
Jimmy Carter for his work with the National Alliance of Business. He was past
Director of the Connecticut Valley Region
Antique Car Club, a member of the Antique Automobile Club of America and
the Veteran Motor Car Club of America.
He owned a turquoise 1964 Studebaker
Avanti R1 two-door hardtop. Roland was
an avid Boston Red Sox, New England
Patriots and Boston Bruins fan and enjoyed trips with his friends Ric, Ken and
Charlie to Montreal to see the Bruins beat
the Canadiens! With his young buddies in
the 1950s he went to hundreds of games
of the Springfield Cubs baseball team at
Pynchon Park and Springfield Indians
hockey games at the Coliseum. He was a
member of the Scantic Valley YMCA, Wilbraham and was a supporter of the Friends
of Wilbraham Seniors. Roland especially
enjoyed vacationing in Ogunquit, Maine,
for over 30 years. He looked forward to
attending the 9:30 Sunday masses at St.
Cecilia’s Parish in Wilbraham at which
the youth of the church participated. He
thoroughly enjoyed gardening, growing
day lilies and hostas. He was a member
of the Connecticut Day Lily Society in
Avon, Connecticut, and the New England
Day Lily Society, Tower Hill Botanical
Gardens, West Boylston, Massachusetts.
Roland felt that gardening helped to enjoy
nature and to prolong his life.
Calling hours were Nov. 23 at Beers &
Story Palmer Funeral Home, 1475 North
Main St.. Family and friends gathered at
the funeral home on Tuesday, Nov. 24 and
followed to a Mass of Christian Burial at
St. Cecilia’s Church. Burial followed at
St. Michael’s Cemetery in Springfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to
Make A Wish Foundation and Friends of
Wilbraham Seniors, 45 Post Office Park
#A, Wilbraham, MA 01095. For more information, visit beersandstory.com.
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November 26, 2015
ARTS & Lifestyles
Community to strike a chord this season
WILRBAHAM – The Wilbraham Community Chorus announced its concert season will
begin Sunday, Dec. 6 with a 3 p.m.
performance at Wilbraham United
Church.
Under the direction of retired
Minnechaug Choral Director Raymond Drury and featuring musical
accompaniment by Marcia Jack-
son, performances will include
works from such classical composers as Bach and Vivaldi, and modern composers Stopford, Busto and
Purifoy. Guest fiddler Sara Michel
will perform an Appalachian medley. Performances will also include
seasonal favorites and a four-hand
piano arrangement featuring Jackson and Todd Rovelli.
A second performance will take
place Saturday, Dec. 12 at the First
Church of Christ in Longmeadow,
also at 3 p.m.
Performances are free and open
to the public, but free will offerings
will be accepted. Seating is limited,
so early arrival is encouraged. For
more information, visit wilbrahamchoralsociety.org.
JOIN OUR MISSION
Shriners to host annual ‘Fez’tival of Trees’
SPRINGFIELD – The Melha Shriners will host their annual
“Fez’tival of Trees,” Friday, Nov.
27 to Sunday, Dec. 6 at the Melha
Shrine Center on Longhill St. The
event, created by Shriner Bill Faust
and his wife Debbie, is an opportunity for individuals and organizations
to display colorful decorations for
the holiday season and Christmas in
particular.
“Every year is bigger and better
and this year is no exception,” said
Bill Faust. “You will be beyond im-
pressed by what you will see and you
will definitely leave with the spirit of
all holidays within you.”
The Fez’tival of Trees will be
held weekends, 4 to 8 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 pm., and Sundays,
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Santa Claus will
be available for photos Saturdays
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays
from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Around
Town Singers will perform a special
holiday concert Saturday, Dec. 5 at 6
p.m. In addition to the theme decorated trees, which will be raffled off
Dec. 6, there will be entertainment,
refreshments and a bake sale. The
cost of admission is $2 for adults;
children under age 12 will be admitted free.
“This holiday season, come
to the Melha Shrine Center at 133
Longhill St. in Springfield and you
will feel as though you have truly
stepped into a wonderland,” said
Debbie Faust.
For more information, visit melhashriners.com.
University to host celebrated author
SPRINGFIELD – The Western
New England University Department
of English will host Rachel B. Glaser during its “Fall Author Series”
on Wednesday, Dec. 2 beginning at
6 p.m. in the Center for the Sciences
and Pharmacy, Room 400 located at
1215 Wilbraham Road.
Glaser is the author of the story
collection “Pee On Water” and the
poetry collection “MOODS.” Her
novel, “Paulina and Fran” was released by Harper Perennial in 2015,
and is forthcoming from Granta
Books in the United Kingdom in
2016.
Glaser received a bachelor’s
degree from Rhode Island School
of Design, and her master’s degree
in creative writing from the Univer-
sity of Massachusetts-Amherst. She
is a recipient of the McSweeney’s
Amanda Davis Fiction Award, and
her work has appeared in the anthologies “30 Under 30” and “New
American Stories.” She resides in
Northampton.
The event is free and open to the
public. For more information visit
www.wne.edu/english.
Talent
show seeks
performers
MONSON – The Monson Arts Council Scholarship Committee is looking for performers for its
eighth annual talent show,
Western Mass Performs.
Individuals of any age
are encouraged to apply
and all applicants are required to turn in their application by Wednesday,
Jan. 27 with a $25 application fee. Application forms
can be found at www.monsonartscouncil.com.
Applicants will audition and the top 24 acts
will be included in the
show. A panel of professional judges will judge all
contestants and first prize
receives $700, second
place receives $200, and
third place receives $100.
All prizes are supplied by
local businesses.
All proceeds from
the show will go towards
the Monson Arts Council
scholarship, awarded to a
Monson senior involved in
the arts.
The show itself will be
held at Granite Valley Middle School on Saturday,
Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. Auditions
will be held on Friday, Jan.
29 at 7 p.m. and Saturday,
Jan. 30 at 9 a.m. at the Polish Citizens Club.
For more information visit www.monsonartscouncil.com or call
267-9764.
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Suburban Living
November is a season of changes
By Rick Rubin
Turley Publications
Correspondent
Recipe: Banana
Crumb Muffins
N
ovember is a strange
time in New England.
For me, the sky getting
dark so early stinks. When it’s
cloudy, the
day
can
turn dark
as
early
as 4 p.m.
When that
happens I
feel like I
have to get
home and
get
into
Rick Rubin
bed, but
this month
the temperature has been
warmer than normal, so it really stinks when it’s both warm
and dark.
Something else strange
happens in the month of November. I become an eating
machine. No, I am not talking
about Thanksgiving, I’m saying once the date of Nov. 1 appears, I start eating everything
in sight.
At first it starts with the
extra Halloween candy hanging around the house, then it
goes to the Halloween candy
that no one in our house will
eat, progressing to the dry cereal leftover from when my
kids were home in the summer.
Once that happens, the race
is on and anything and everything not nailed down becomes
an instant snack (I say snack,
but it’s really more than that, I
like to fool myself sometimes).
Leftover sour cream and onion
chips with dinner; why not? I
actually hate sour cream and
onion, but I’ve got to do what
I’ve got to do.
Battle Brewing
By Black Friday I’m ready
to explode, only to get ready
for the holiday parties in December.
Another odd happening
The crumb topping is
what makes these banana
muffins stand apart from the
ordinary. They’re delicious.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose
flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking
powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 bananas, mashed
3/4 cup white sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup packed brown
sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter
Among the many changes in November, inflatable lawn decorations begin to sprout
in neighborhoods throughout the community.
also seems to take place in the
month of November. There is a
battle brewing and it’s happening in towns and cities all over
our country and no, it’s not
gang or drug related and the
police are rarely involved. It’s
the battle of the seasonal lawn
decorations.
Oh you can laugh, but
many of us spent the month of
October dressing the outside
of our houses with pumpkins,
corn stalks and happy-faced
scarecrows only to be upstaged
by a giant inflatable turkey on
our neighbor’s lawn. Seriously
dude, its only November, let me
enjoy my rotting jack-o’-lantern and my dying mums just
a few more days. Of course,
there are those who skip the
fall/Thanksgiving decorating
and jump right into Christmas.
You know who you are!
These are the folks who
have been planning their
Christmas lawn decorations
since July. They had their
plans drawn, assignments given out and even their electrical
box converted to 220 volts so
making fake snow when its 60
degrees wouldn’t be a problem.
I know many of you have
seen this. It’s bad enough when
the stores start putting out
Christmas candy on Nov. 1,
but it’s a little too much when
I drive through town and actually see three to six-foot inflatable Santa’s waving to me that
very same day. Don’t get me
wrong, I enjoy hearing “merry
Christmas” in December, but
when I start seeing a motorized Santa with his reindeer
before we even change the
clocks back, well that’s where
I have to draw the line. I know,
many of us get excited for the
holiday season, but for Pete’s
sake, can you at least wait until some of us take down our
Labor Day decorations?
ICC to release local
cookbook
Performers sought
for open mic night
SPRINGFIELD – The Italian Cultural Center of Western Massachusetts,
Inc. announced the publication of its very
own “homemade” cookbook, “Mangia!
Ci fa bene!” The book features over 160
tried and tested family recipes contributed by ICC members.
Cost is $15. Proceeds promote traditional Italian cooking, as well as support
the Italian Cultural Center. Books may
be purchased by calling 413-784-1492,
emailing iccwm@comcast.net, or writing to 56 Margaret St., Springfield, MA
01105. Shipping for up to two books is
$6. Make checks or money orders payable to “ICC.”
WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham
Public Library seeks performers for a
Teen Open Mic Night Thursday, Dec.
10 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Performers will have 5 minutes
to perform skits, songs, instruments,
writing or poetry. The event is open to
children in grades six through 12 and
refreshments will be served.
For more information or to register, visit wilbrahamlibrary.org or contact Teen Services Librarian Rachel
Hapgood at 596-6141 or rhapgood@
wilbrahamlibrary.org.
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Directions
1. Preheat oven to
375 degrees. Lightly grease
10 muffin cups, or line with
muffin papers.
2. In a large bowl,
mix together 1 1/2 cups
flour, baking soda, baking
powder and salt. In another
bowl, beat together bananas, sugar, egg and melted
butter. Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture
just until moistened. Spoon
batter into prepared muffin
cups.
3. In a small bowl,
mix together brown sugar,
2 tablespoons flour and
cinnamon. Cut in 1 tablespoon butter until mixture
resembles coarse cornmeal.
Sprinkle topping over muffins.
4. Bake in preheated
oven for 18 to 20 minutes,
until a toothpick inserted
into center of a muffin
comes out clean.
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3. Tina Turner Singer
4. Trevor Morgan
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5. Rich Little Comic
6. Avery Bradley Basketball Player
7. Joe Nichols Country Singer
8. lil Fizz - Rapper
9. John McVie Musician
10. Robert Goulet Singer/Stage Actor
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Sat. 11/28
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Corned Beef
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FRIDAY
Whole Belly
Clams
SATURDAY
Prime Rib
Dinner
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November 26, 2015
Health & Wellness
Baystate: ‘Don’t let your holiday go fowl’
Springfield
hospital offers safe
turkey carving tips
SPRINGFIELD – It’s the
holiday season, and to Emergency Department physicians
at Baystate Medical Center,
that means one thing - an increase in holiday injuries.
Cuts from carving are one
of the top five most common
injuries on Thanksgiving.
“Injuries to the tendons
and nerves of the fingers hap-
pen frequently when a sharp
knife blade slips and cuts into
the hand. Surgery is often necessary to repair the damage and
rehabilitation can take months
to get back normal hand use,”
said Dr. Pranay Parikh of Baystate Hand and Wrist Surgery.
Parikh and the American
Society for Surgery of the Hand
offer the following safety tips
before slicing up that turkey,
which 88 percent of Americans
choose to eat on Thanksgiving.
Never cut towards yourself.
One slip of the knife can cause
a horrific injury. While carving
a turkey, your free hand should
be placed opposite the side you
are carving towards. Don’t place
your hand underneath the blade
to catch the slice of meat.
Keep your cutting area
well-lit and dry. Good lighting
will help prevent an accidental
cut of the finger and making
sure your cutting surface is dry
will prevent ingredients from
slipping while chopping.
Keep your knife handles
dry. A wet handle can prove
slippery and cause your hand to
slip down onto the blade resulting in a nasty cut.
Keep all cutting utensils
sharp. A sharp knife will never
need to be forced to cut, chop,
carve or slice. A dull knife is
still sharp enough to cause an
injury.
Use an electric knife to
ease the carving of the turkey
or ham and use kitchen shears
to tackle the job of cutting
bones and joints.
Leave carving to the adults.
Children have not yet developed the dexterity skills necessary to safely handle sharp
utensils.
Should one sustain an injury while carving, applying
direct pressure to the wound
with a clean cloth should stop
bleeding from minor cuts.
Parikh - who also warns
against cuts from broken dishes and glasses, as well as from
knives when washing in the
sink after dinner - noted a visit
to the Emergency Room is in
order if continuous pressure
does not stop the bleeding in
15 minutes, there is persistent
numbness or tingling sensations, there is uncertainty regarding the status of tetanus
immunization or if one is unable to thoroughly clean the
wound with soap and water.
For more information, visit
baystatehealth.org/bmc.
Shopping to
combat menopause
SPRINGFIELD – There is nothing
better than a good shopping spree to help
keep menopause symptoms at bay.
The Baystate Health Education Center in Holyoke will host the “Menopause
Situation and A Shopping Spree” on
Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Menopause is a natural part of being
a woman, but it can also come with some
unpleasant symptoms. Women can stay
healthy by knowing what to expect and
easing their worries.
Dr. Mary Pat Roy, an endocrinologist
at Baystate Medical center, will be answering questions about menopause and
other conditions that concern women.
Afterwards, Debbie Wright will share
fashion tips and tricks on how to look and
feel ones best.
From 5 to 6 p.m., the agenda includes
visiting with vendors and grabbing a bite
to eat before the shopping spree. From
6:15 p.m. until 7 p.m., the menopause
talk and fashion show will take place. To
end the evening, from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m.,
there will be more shopping and door
prizes.
The menu for the evening includes
Mediterranean cold hors d’oeuvres, bruschetta topping sliced baguette, toasted
crostini and shredded parmesan cheese,
hummus and pit wedges and veggie and
dip platters.
The event is free. To register for the
event or for more information, call 3774325.
A life giving commitment…
Red Cross technician Betsy Smith draws blood from Minnechaug student Nya Parent during the Student Council Blood Drive Nov. 19 at
the high school.
Volunteer drivers sought for cancer patients
HOLYOKE – The American Cancer
Society’s “Road to Recovery” program is in
need of volunteers from Hampden County to
drive local cancer patients to and from their
chemotherapy and/or radiation treatments.
An integral part of treating cancer
successfully is making sure patients receive their treatments, but many find
making transportation arrangements is
a challenge. Road to Recovery provided
more than 8,000 rides – free of charge – to
cancer patients in Massachusetts last year,
but needs new volunteer drivers to keep
up with the demand for transportation.
Volunteers use their own vehicle and
set their own schedule. Treatment appointments take place weekdays, primarily during business hours. For more information or to become a volunteer, contact
Michele Dilley from the American Cancer
Society at 508-270-4644 or Michele.dilley@cancer.org.
Valley Podiatry Associates is pleased to announce
Lauren A. Perica, D.P.M.
South Hadley Offices
81 Willimansett Street
South Hadley, MA 01075
Phone: 413.536.0912
Fax: 413.538.6760
Springfield Offices
3640 Main Street, Suite 301
Springfield, MA 01107
Phone: 413.734.1400
Fax: 413.731.9627
Wilbraham Offices
70 Post Office Park, Suite 7012
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Phone: 413.682.0031
Fax: 413.682.0040
DR. WOLF
•
Dr. Perica recently completed
a rigorous three year residency in
Podiatric Medicine and Reconstructive Forefoot, Rearfoot, and Ankle
Surgery at St. Francis Hospital and
Medical Center in Hartford, CT.
Previously, she completed schooling in Ohio where she earned her
professional degree from The Kent
State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, OH and she received her bachelor’s degree from
Miami University in Oxford, OH. Dr. Perica joins VPA
with extensive training in all types of forefoot and rearfoot pathologies as well as experience in diabetic limb
salvage, wound care, and sports medicine. She is greatly
looking forward to planting roots in western Massachusetts and continuing to enjoy living in New England.
In her free time, Dr. Perica enjoys kayaking, theater,
concerts, traveling and spending time with her friends
and family as well as being an active member in her
church. She is seeing patients in all 3 locations including
Springfield, South Hadley and Wilbraham.
DR. MEUNIER
•
DR. BLACK
•
DR. PERICA
Orchard Valley to
host Alzheimer’s
support group
WILBRAHAM – Individuals and families of seniors affected by Alzheimer’s disease and
related dementias are invited to
participate in a Family and Caregiver Support Group. The meetings are held the second Tuesday
of every month at 5:30 p.m. at
the Orchard Valley at Wilbraham,
2387 Boston road.
Topics covered include:
handling challenging behaviors,
enjoying the holidays, research,
family dynamics and enhancing
communications.
The program is free and open
to the public. Refreshments will
be served. For more information
or to register call 596-0006.
Discussion to focus
on winter wellness
SPRINGFIELD – Dr. Jus Crea
Giammarino will present a talk on
“Health and Wellness in Winter” on
Saturday, Dec. 12 at noon at The Integrative Health Group, 1502 Allen St.,
Springfield.
She will discuss holistic, natural
approaches to immune system support
including cold and flu prevention and
treatment. She will also discuss natural ways to combat seasonal affective
disorder and depression, as well as explore stress reduction and management
strategies through the holiday seasons.
Emphasis will be on naturopathic therapeutics, including herbal medicines, dietary approaches, clinical nutrition, and
hydrotherapy techniques to maintain
health and wellness through winter.
The talk is free and light refreshments will be served. For more information call 413-783-9424 ext. 2.
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November 26, 2015
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Schools
School Lunch MENUS
Elementary and
Middle Schools
falo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps
Monday, Nov. 30
French toast sticks, sausage links, and applesauce
Tuesday, Dec. 1
Chicken nuggets, whipped potato, and steamed
carrots
Wednesday, Dec. 2
Hamburger on a whole grain bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese, fresh steamed broccoli, and oven
fries
Middle School
Chicken parmesan on a whole grain bun, fresh
steamed broccoli, and oven fries
Thursday, Dec. 3
Taco boat, lettuce, salsa, cheese, black bean, and
corn salad
Friday, Dec. 4
Toasted cheese sandwich, tomato soup, and garden salad
Alternates are offered daily, including chef salad
and bagel lunch, and are served with yogurt or
cheese stick. Fresh local fruits and vegetables daily. Daily lunch is $2.50. Milk is 50 cents, included
with all lunches, 1% or fat free chocolate. Make
checks payable to School Food Services.
Minnechaug Regional
High School
Monday, Nov. 30
Asian Rice Bowl Station – Chicken, choice of
sauce, brown rice, broccoli/carrots
Main Street Deli – Crispy chicken wrap
Falcon Grille Daily – Cheese/veggie, or chicken
burger w/toppings
Pizza Daily – Veggie
Specialty – Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buf-
Tuesday, Dec. 1
Calzone and garden salad
Main Street Deli – Caesar chicken wrap
Falcon Grille Daily – Cheese/veggie or chicken
burger w/toppings
Pizza Daily – BBQ chicken
Specialty - Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buffalo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps
Wednesday, Dec. 2
Mexican Bar – Taco, burrito or nacho; chicken,
bean or turkey; lettuce/salsa/cheese; corn
Main Street Deli – Chicken salad wrap
burger w/ toppings
Pizza Daily – Meatball
Specialty – Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buffalo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps
Thursday, Dec. 3
French toast sticks, sausage links, sweet potato
home fries, and applesauce
Main Street Deli – Buffalo chicken wrap
burger w/toppings
Pizza Daily – Chicken and broccoli
Friday, Dec. 4
Pasta bar – Meat or white sauce, Caesar salad,
garlic knot
Main Street Deli – Veggie wrap
burger w/toppings
Pizza Daily – Buffalo chicken
Meal prices $2.75, reduced 40 cents, adult $3.75,
milk 50 cents, breakfast $1.50. All meals served
with choice of fruit, vegetable and 1% or fat free
milk. Offered daily salad bar, grab & go sandwiches and salad, lean burgers, chicken sandwiches, PB&J.
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YOUR
Spotlight
on Minnechaug Interns
(Editor’s note: The TIMES spotlights the intern program at Minnechaug
Regional High School. This is the next in a series on interns in the Career Education Program at Minnechaug advised by coordinator Paula Talmadge.)
T
Getting the story
ony Fimognari wanted an internship experience that would
enhance his writing skills. His
writing experiences at the WilbrahamHampden Times include articles for
the News About Town section and fulllength stories such as his in-depth look at
the local produce used to prepare school
lunches. Tony has not only learned and
successfully used the AP style of writing
but has also learned the very important
lesson of establishing the facts while not
letting your opinions spill through.
Times Editor Tyler Witkop has
great praise for his intern. “I can see
Tony thinking like a journalist and asking good questions. I have been most
impressed with his initiative to make
a phone call when he has a question
about a time, place or event. He takes
the extra time to get the information
and ensure that it is factual.”
Tony has impressed his mentor
with his understanding of the importance of a deadline. “From day one,
Tony has seemingly understood [the
weekly deadlines] and has worked exceptionally hard to get the work done
and in on time for the next issue.”
Witkop goes on to say: “Regardless of what Tony decides to do with
his career, his ability to take informa-
Mentor Tyler Witkop works
with intern Tony Fimognari as
they edit future stories for the
Wilbraham-Hampden Times.
tion, or the lack of it, and get the job
done, will serve him well. Sometimes
it is important for me to remember that
Tony is only in high school because he
has grown so much in three months.”
We all look forward to seeing what Tony writes in the next few
months and where he goes as he pursues a career in politics and law.
For more information on the Minnechaug Regional High School Internship
Program, contact Paula Talmadge at 5969011 ext. 3832 or ptalmadge@hwrsd.org.
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Town rallies around town counsel
‘Great Guy’
Lance Trevallion, Wilbraham building inspector said,
“Mike Hassett has been a pleasure to work with throughout
the years. Not only has he been
a great attorney but he has become a great friend. I will dearly
miss the ‘Hassett’s in the house’
call-out whenever he entered the
building.”
From this reporter’s own
memory while serving as Assistant Town Administrator, every
department sought his advice
from time to time. The consult
would begin with questions
like, “Mike, what do you think
about…?”
Wordlessly, broad, swift and
fluid pen strokes would glide
across a smooth yellow legal
pad capturing every detail of the
request. Then the discourse and
dissertation would ensue. Somewhere along the line, when you
would mindlessly forget your
own question, Hassett would utter an opinion or response. You
almost always had a follow up
question, and the dance began
again on a clean sheet of yellow
paper.
“It would be hard to imagine a better friend and advocate
for the town of Wilbraham,” said
Selectman Bob Russell. “Under
the picture of ‘great guy’ there is
always a picture of Mike in my
mind.”
Former Massachusetts state
Sen. Gale D. Candaras remarked,
“Over more than 25 years, Mike
and I had many great adventures
together in law and politics. He
had considerable legal acumen
and was a zealous advocate for
all he served. I am honored to be
part of this effort to help him.”
He has a strong community
spirit and is a vital community
presence which is why Wilbraham residents and businesses
will honor the man and his community service in a Testimonial
Benefit on Wednesday, Dec.2 in
St. Cecilia’s Church Hall at 42
Main Street from 4:30 to 7:30
p.m. The event is open to the
public. Refreshments will be
served.
Admission is $30 at the
door. Raffle tickets will be sold
(six for $5) and a 50-50 raffle
drawing will be held at 6:30
p.m.
Donations in any amount
are welcome and checks can be
made payable to the “Michael T.
Hassett Fundraising Account.”
Donations sent by mail should
be addressed to Ray Blair, 18
Shirley Street, Chicopee, MA
01020.
For further information,
contact Candaras at 413-5991773.
discount the fee to publish her
obituary and that he still owed
over $3,000.
Out of options and having
already found a support network
online through a blog he created
documenting their experiences,
Peter turned to the Internet and
the kindness of strangers for help.
Using the crowdfunding site generosity.com, a subsidiary of Indiegogo focused on raising money
for personal and social causes,
he set out to help cover the unexpected costs from the funeral
home. Extra monies would help
make his vision to celebrate her
life through her art a reality.
As the Times goes to press,
through minimal publicity on his
personal Facebook page, donors
pledged over $1,900.
“I probably set the goal too
low,” Peter commented, noting
that when he published his fundraiser he set his goal at $3,000.
He explained that the UConn
exhibit would primarily serve as
a fundraiser for the Huntington’s
Disease Program of its Health
Center in Farmington, Connecticut. He would need to ship the
artwork, which would require a
rental truck to handle the transportation to and from the facility.
The local exhibit he said
would likely take place at a venue like the Hampden or Wilbraham libraries. With her passing
so recent, he noted that either
event would likely take place in
January or February at the earliest, assuming any associated
costs could be covered.
When asked how he would
like his wife to be remembered,
Peter said: “She was imaginative and creative … She smiled
… She loved Basset hounds …
She was supportive of people …
She was a good sport and would
try almost anything … Most importantly, she was creative and
kind.”
Aside from her art and design work, Kathy was involved
with the rescue of Basset hounds,
like the couple’s attention-seeker, Marty.
To contribute to the fundraiser, visit www.generosity.
com/memorial-fundraising/remembering-kathy-lehndorff.
COUNSEL from page 1
their family home is sold in early
December.
“This is the room where we
cared for my mom,” Janice explains on a tour through the living room. “This tiny room was
the nursery.” Michael chimes
in, “That’s where I sang to my
daughters when they were babies.”
Sweetly sung lullabies were
magical. Michael is a gifted
musician and talented member of St. Cecilia’s Adult Voice
Choir. He enjoyed many years
playing trumpet, starting from
youth in the Ronnie Drum Youth
Band from 1965 to 1972. He
also played in the “Melodaires”
at Classical High School in
Springfield, and in a Latin Jazz
Ensemble at the University of
Notre Dame where he graduated
in 1976.
‘Man of Goodwill’
More recently, his musical
escapades had taken him to the
former Honablue Sound Studio on Main Street in Springfield where he was a producer
and director from 2000 to 2004
with longtime friend, A.W.
Nardi, also a gifted musician
and talented composer of original music. The two performed
together on stage at CityStage,
debuting Nardi’s “Nouveau” CD
produced by Sony Records and
mastered by Robert Honablue of
New York City and Springfield.
Michael has also performed in
a Blues Brothers Musical and
comedy routine to benefit area
charities.
Hassett graduated from
Western New England University earning his Juris Doctorate
degree in 1979 and he went on
to become a Moot Court Judge
in 1982 while working as Assistant Attorney General in Massachusetts from 1979 to 1983.
Former Selectman James E.
Thompson recently said, “I’ve
known Michael Hassett for the
better part of my life. He is
without doubt a man of goodwill, integrity and compassion.
Just like his father Atty. Ed Hassett, Michael’s law career was
TIMES photo by Joan Paris
Michael T. Hassett, esquire, retired Wilbraham town counsel, will be feted at a Testimonial
Benefit on Wednesday, Dec.2 in St. Cecilia’s Church Hall at 42 Main St. from 4:30 to 7:30
p.m. The event is open to the public.
never about personal success,
but rather about providing his
clients with deliberate, professional and compassionate representation. Simply put, he is one
of the most outstanding human
beings I’ve ever met and I’m a
better person for having Mike as
my friend.”
Hassett worked as an attorney in the law firm of Bacon
& Wilson until 1985 and in the
law firm of Keyes & Donnellan
until 1990. He became Wilbraham town counsel in 1988, also
establishing Hassett & Buendo,
PC in 1991 and Michael T. Hassett, PC in 2012.
He served as Town Counsel for the Three Rivers Fire
District from 2007 until early
spring 2015 and has taught on
campus at Holyoke Community
College, instructing Uniform
Commercial Code and as a 20year adjunct professor on Business Law and Communications
at Western New England University.
“Mike always had time for
you no matter how busy he was
and he was a gentleman in dealing with people. His stories and
jokes are priceless,” according
to Wilbraham Fire Chief Francis
W. Nothe.
Instrumental in Agreements
Hassett held many Board
of Director positions over the
years as well. He served on the
Massachusetts Business Administration Professional ethics
Committee in 1980 and at the
Children’s Study Home from
1985 until 1992. He began in
town as a volunteer on the Wilbraham By-Law Study Committee serving in 1986 until 1987
and again in 2003.
“When I was first selectman in town,” said Kevin J. Moriarty, “Michael had just served
on the Wilbraham By-Law Review Committee, and the board
appointed him to the position
of town counsel. I, Louise Voss
and John Lovejoy served at that
time.
“Three large projects come
to mind when I think of Michael.
The Soccer Field Land Use
Agreement, the completion of the
town’s additional nine holes to the
Country Club of Wilbraham Golf
Course, and the town purchase of
Jessie Rice’s Fruit Farm.”
According to Moriarty, Bill
Hicks, a member of the golf
committee worked well with
Hassett to renew a workable
lease between the group and the
town to complete an 18-hole
golf course on Stony Hill Road.
Moriarty also touted Hassett’s
ability to “provide sound and
prudent advice to handle legal
issues.
He offered a Land Use
Agreement on the soccer fields
at Wilbraham Middle School
when the group petitioned for a
lease. Michael argued that would
not be in the town’s best interest
and it was the Use Agreement
that allowed all parties to move
forward.”
Fundraiser ongoing to exhibit artist’s work
ARTIST from page 1
Huntington’s disease for the last
15 years. When symptoms became too much for her to balance
with her artwork, she helped Peter with their graphic design
business, first doing illustrations
for advertisements, and then taking care of the bookkeeping and
administrative work.
With Peter by her side, on
Oct. 14, she passed away from
complications of the genetic disease.
For many, with the death of
a loved one follows funeral, burial and memorial services. The
Lehndorff’s are different. Peter
explained that he hadn’t planned
for such services. The couple
planned to donate her brain to the
Harvard Brain Tissue Resource
Center, commonly referred to as
the “Brain Bank,” through Harvard University. Her body would
be donated to the University of
Massachusetts Medical School
for educational purposes. As an
affiliated school with the center,
UMass would remove the brain
and transport it to Harvard at no
cost.
Sometimes, even the best of
plans unravel at the seams.
Kathy passed at approximately 3 p.m. after Peter wet her
tongue with her favorite Chardonnay and played her favorite
film, “Gone With The Wind.” Being present and of a sound state
of mind, the hospice nurse made
the phone call to UMass in order
to arrange for transport. He then
heard seven words he never expected: “You have got to be kidding me!”
Undergoing renovations to
the medical center, UMass informed that they were unable to
accept a body. UMass referred
them to Harvard Medical School,
which Peter thought would be the
easiest solution. He said when
they called Harvard Medical
School, Harvard informed they
could only accept the whole body
and would not deliver the brain,
citing policy. Calls to the Brain
Tissue Resource Center confirmed that UMass was the only
facility that would handle the
body the way he wanted.
Abandoning his original
plans, Peter decided to donate his
wife’s body to the Harvard Medi-
cal School. That decision still left
him with a dilemma: how to get
Kathy’s body across the state.
Harvard wouldn’t pick up her
body and he couldn’t transport
her in his own vehicle. Facing no
other options, Peter had to call a
funeral home.
He explained when he looked
up the numbers of local funeral
homes, his mind wasn’t at its
most rational state. “I probably
should have done more research,”
he said. He only called one, which
he will not name publicly, but
noted that his decision was made
largely because it was local and
didn’t seem too elaborate.
Because he was only having
the body transported, he said the
thought never occurred to discuss
or negotiate the expense. The
home confirmed that it receives
a $600 stipend for body donations and said they would work
with him on the cost should the
expense go over that amount.
When he received the bill,
with a credit of $600, he was
dismayed to see he owed nearly
$4,000. Even with the help of his
lawyer, he said they would only
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ATEKS TREE- HONEST, quality
tree service.
From pruning to
house lot clearing. Fully insured.
Free estimates. Firewood sales.
(413)687-3220.
Pets
BE A RESPONSIBLE PET
OWNER - Financially needy? Call
for assistance to spay/neuter your
cat/dog.
(413)565-5383
CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR
ANIMALS.
RETIRED RACING
GREYHOUNDS AVAILABLE
FOR ADOPTION
spayed/neutered, wormed,
shots, heartworm tested,
teeth cleaned
Make a Fast Friend!
Greyhound Options Inc.
Call Mary at 413-566-3129
or Claire at 413-967-9088
or go to
www.greyhoundoptions.org.
Horses
HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS
offered year round at our state of
the art facility. Beginner to
advanced. Ages 4 years to adult.
Boarding, sales and leasing also
available. Convenient location at
Orion Farm in South Hadley.
(413)532-9753
www.orionfarm.net
REAL ESTATE
ASSOCIATES
967-7355
JILL A. GRAVEL, BROKER
gravelrealestate.com
Thinking of
Selling?
Call us today
for a Free
Market Analysis
of your home!
Make sure
to ask for
a Free One Year
Home Warranty
when you list your
home with any
Gravel RE Agent!
Help Wanted
CARE GIVER WANTED in
Hampden for our special needs 10
year old daughter. After school
and weekend hours available.
Please call (413)566-3027.
DRIVERS: LOCAL AGAWAM
DryVan, Flexible Schedule &
Experienced
Yard
Hostler
Openings! Great Pay & Benefits!
CDL-A, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson
Logistics Apply: www.goelc.com
1-855-416-8511.
LINC’S PLUMBING LIC #J27222
Scheduling Replacement
Heating Systems Now
Call LINC’S
For Your Connection
(413)668-5299
DRIVERS: NE REGIONAL Run.
$.44cpm. Monthly Bonus. Home
Weekly.
Complete
Benefit
Package.
Rider
Program
Immediately. 100% No-Touch.
70% D&H. 888-406-9046
Garage Door Serv.
Roofing
MENARD GARAGE DOORS
Authorized
Raynor
dealer
specializing in sales, installation
service and repairs of residential
and light commercial overhead
garage doors and openers. Fully
insured. Free estimates. Call
(413)289-6550 or
www.menardgaragedoors.com
FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS. ALL
TYPES OF ROOFING, shingle,
flat and slate. Call Local Builders
(413)626-5296. Complete roofing
systems and repairs.
Fully
licensed and insured. MA CS
#102453, CT Reg. 0615780.
Lifetime
warranty.
Senior
Discount. 24 hour service.
FOSTER CARE: YOU can help
change someone’s life. Provide a
safe home for children and teens
who have been abused or
neglected.
Call
Devereux
Therapeutic Foster Care at 413734-2493.
FT/ PT DRIVERS wanted. Cash
paid nightly $100 to $200 per shift.
Must have car. $$$ Domino’s
Pizza, Hadley (413)256-8911.
Real Estate
For Rent
BELCHERTOWN 4 RM. 1st floor
utilities included. Stove, Refrig.
new decorated, lots of kitchen
cabinets. Available December 1st.
$800 + security. (413)323-5730 or
(413)427-3793
SKY-TECH ROOFING, INC. 25
years experience. Commercial,
residential. Insured. Shingles,
single-ply systems. Tar/ gravel,
slate repairs. 24 hour Emergency
Repairs.
(413)536-3279,
(413)348-9568, (413)204-4841.
SNOW AND RAIN PROBLEMS –
TRY GALVALUMNE METAL
ROOFING
20 COLORS AND CARRIES
A 40 YEAR WARRANTY
CALL FOR A FREE BROCHURE
FISH ASSOCIATES
413-596-4372
Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548
HAPPY
THANKSGIVING
FROM OUR HOMES
TO YOURS
CONTACT US AT
GRAVELREALESTATE@Verizon.net
7 days a week
for any of your
Real Estate Needs!
For Sale
TOOMEY-LOVETT
109 West St.
Ware, MA 01082
www.Century21ToomeyLovett.com
413-967-6326
800-486-2121
West Brookfield:
508-867-7064
WANT RESULTS?
LIST YOUR HOME WITH
THE LOCAL EXPERTS!!
WARE: Great first time buyer
home. 3 bedroom colonial,
cheaper than rent. Move in!
$105,000.00
WARREN: Get a conventional
loan and enjoy this cute 3
bedroom colonial. $114,900.00
Agents ready to show you
what WARE has to offer!
CALL TODAY
Dorrinda
O’Keefe-Shea
Glenn Moulton
Jill Stolgitis
Mary Hicks
Alan Varnum
Bruce Martin
Joe Chenevert
Michael
McQueston
978-434-1990
413-967-5463
413-477-8780
508-612-4794
508-867-2727
508-523-0114
508-331-9031
PALMER SMALL HOUSE, close
to town, appliances, large yard
$850/ mo plus utilities. First, last,
security required. (860)749-2821.
THREE RIVERS 3 BR apt. offstreet parking, w/d hook-up $850/
mo (413)583-8509.
FOR RENT
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.
508-362-0533
Comm.Real Estate
Office Rentals
SELLING AFTER 10 years. Busy
country store on VT southern tip of
Champlain. 3 bedroom living
above, see it and believe. Benson
Village Store (802)537-2041.
PROFESSIONAL
OFFICE
SPACE for rent right off Mass.
Pike Exit 7 in Ludlow: updated and
quiet office in a premier remodeled
professional
building;
new
carpeting, lots of brightness and
natural lighting in the office, ample
free parking, front and rear
entrances, ideal location. $575 per
month plus utilities. Please call
Rich at (413)237-9891.
Mobile Homes
WESTFIELD- 1999, 2 bedrooms,
2 baths, 14’x67’. Spacious kitchen,
many cabinets. Newer aluminum
roof, appliances, breakfast bar.
$46,500.
413-593-9961
DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM
For Rent
Vacation Rentals
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.
Autos Wanted
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.
$$$ AUTOS WANTED TOP Dollar
paid for your unwanted cars,
trucks, vans, big and small,
running or not. Call 413-534-5400.
BUYING?
SELLING?
Check our
Classifieds
Your Ad
Could Be Here!
November 26, 2015
Page 31
Ashe recognizes incarcerated veterans group
REGION – Sheriff Michael J.
Ashe Jr. observed Veterans Day by
taking the opportunity to congratulate
the Hampden County Correctional
Center chapter of American Veterans
in Prison for completing its 23rd year
of operation.
The group meets every Tuesday
afternoon to give veterans the opportunity to gather as a community for
mutual support and fellowship.
Fifteen years ago, the group
began holding an annual “Walk-AThon” at the correctional center, consistent with its mission statement that
“even though we are incarcerated, we
can continue to serve our nation by
supporting local charities.” Over the
years, the veterans have raised over
$15,000 for local charities.
This year, the veterans selected
the Toy For Joy Fund and the Friends
of the Springfield Veterans Center as
the beneficiaries of funds from the
Walk-A-Thon.
The Hampden County Correctional Center veterans group has received the support of community veterans groups over the years, including
American Legion Post 275 and Soldier On.
The department works in conjunction with the Veterans Administration database to identify veterans
in custody.
Currently, 31 veterans are in the
custody of the Sheriff’s Department,
representing less than 3 percent of the
daily census.
In recognizing the veterans
Fresh Air Fund seeks
host family volunteers
group, Ashe said, “I’m constantly urging those in our custody to join with
others who are ‘reaching toward the
light.’ When our veterans gather for
mutual support and fellowship, they
are taking steps toward returning to a
positive, productive community life. I
also am constantly urging those in our
custody to seek to ‘give to,’ rather than
‘take from,’ the community that they
will re-enter. Our veterans group’s annual Walk-A-Thon for local charities
is right at the heart of that giving to
the community. Our American Veterans In Prison chapter deserves the
acknowledgement of the entire community of Hampden County for their
support of each other in positive pursuits and their resultant contribution
to the life of our community.”
REGION – This
November, many families in Pioneer Valley are
thankful for something
special: the gift of their
friendship with a New
York City child. Each
summer, close to 4,000
New York City children
from low-income communities visit suburban,
rural and small town
communities across the
northeast and Canada
through The Fresh Air
Fund’s Volunteer Host
Family program.
Fresh Air children
are boys and girls who
live in New York City.
Children who are reinvited by host families
may continue with The
Fresh Air Fund through
age 18 and may enjoy
extended trips. Through
the eyes of Fresh Air
children, families often
rediscover the beauty of
their own communities.
For more information contact Susan Morrello at 413-687-3820
or visit The Fresh Air
Fund online at www.
freshair.org.
Your Local Home Pros
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8
7
3
4
5
6
2
1
SEPTIC SYSTEMS
2
LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE
Hampden Septic
KEVIN SACCO
Licensed Electrician
Pumping • Installation • Title 5 Inspections • Perc Tests
566-2916
Evening & Weekend Appointments Available!
Billy Bond - The Area’s #1 “Go To” Septic Guy!
Fully Insured • Family Owned
4
HEATING FUEL & SERVICE
MA License #E50099
CT License #0200902-E1
SHOCKINGLY AFFORDABLE
TAKING CARE OF ALL YOUR LANDSCAPE NEEDS!
Mowing • Pruning • Mulching • Thatching • Spring Cleanup • Shrub Removal • Mailbox Install
Aeration • Bobcat Work• Rock Installation • Fall Cleanup • Tree & Shrub Planting
Contact: Mike Ciecko 413-949-9464
Email ksaccoelectric@yahoo.com
MCieckolandscape@gmail.com
PAINTING
5
Cell 413-374-7262
6
Residential
Commercial • Industrial
FREE ESTIMATES
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Marty’s Painting Co.
Premium Heating Fuel • Fuel Dividend Budget Plan
• Heating/Air Cond. Equipment • Stand by Generators
Installation/Service
596-4583
2440 Boston Road • Wilbraham, MA 01095
7
ELECTRICIAN
3
SMALL ENGINE REPAIR
BOB’S SMALL
ENGINE REPAIR
“TUNED IN ON SERVICE”
Offering Complete Service on All Makes & Models
Pick Up & Delivery Available
Chain Saws • Lawnmowers • Snow Blowers • Tillers
Cell 413-668-4167 • Shop 413-589-7778
Commercial & Residential
• Ceilings Repaired
• Drywall Repair
• Interior & Exterior
• Wallpaper Removal
• Brush, Roll & Spray
• Custom Staining
• Pressure Washing
• Handyman Services
• Light Carpentry Work
FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED
566-4983
Marty Artioli - Your Home Improvement “Go To” Guy!
8
Residential &
Light Commercial
413-283-6010
413-774-2800
www.westcountyequipment.com
TELL YOUR
GARAGE DOORS
SALES • INSTALLATION
SERVICE & REPAIR
Locations Throughout Massachusetts To Serve You Better
Menard
Garage Doors
LLC
Certified, Licensed, Insured
1020 Central Street • Palmer, MA 01069 • 413-289-6550
www.menardgaragedoors.com
Local
Home Pro
YOU SAW THEM ON THE
TURLEY HOME PROS PAGE!
Page 32
November 26, 2015
Why Choose Brenda Cuoco?
Because she produces incredible results!
Over 52 homes sold* already this year.
WITH BRENDA AND HER CONSULTANTS YOU GET:
• Client care specialist
• Marketing specialist
• Staging specialist
• Transaction specialist
• A powerful negotiator with price
and inspection negotiations
• An aggressive marketing plan
• Massive print advertising
Brenda’s
Raving Fans!
B
renda was Awesome when it came to
helping us find our home. Being from
the Carolinas and not knowing anything
about Massachusetts Brenda was a life saver. She
made me feel very good knowing that she would do
her best to try to make this relocation go smoothly.
I told Brenda what I was looking for, I have two
boys, 9 and 12. I knew that finding the right school
district was really important to my husband and
I. Brenda treated us like we were buying a million dollar home. This showed me that Brenda was
passionate about her work and wasn’t in it just for
the $$$. My family and I are forever grateful for the
help that Brenda gave us. I love where I live and my
home and I owe that all to her!! I highly recommend
her for your real estate needs.
Rebecca Tarsi, Hampden
• Knowledge in pricing properties
appropriately for higher returns
• A large buyer pool campaign system
• Expertise, Experience and Fast Results
B
renda was absolutely amazing! We met Brenda in February of this year
while we were touring a home; we had never heard her name before,
but were so impressed by her knowledge base in real estate. More so, we
were impressed by her knowledge of the local market, in Wilbraham, MA. When it
came time to list our home, she did admit that Belchertown, MA was not an area
in which she sold a lot of homes, but that she felt comfortable listing our home and
felt that she’d be able to get it sold. To say that she came through for us would be an
understatement. We listed our home at the end of March and within an hour we
had a showing. After that, they just came pouring in, one after another. In the approximately 4 weeks that our house was on the market, we had 18 showings and an
accepted offer. When we had previously had our house on the market with another
realtor, our house was on the market for 4 weeks and we had only 3 showings. It was
apparent to us that Brenda was the real deal! She had informed us beforehand that
the average “days on the market” for comparable homes in Belchertown was approximately a year, so to have an accepted offer on our home for the price we wanted in
only 4 weeks was absolutely outstanding! We also worked with Brenda in buying our
new home, which is in the area that I think she is more familiar. She was incredibly
quick to respond to phone calls, e-mails and even texts at almost any hour of the day.
She was very honest with us, even when we didn’t necessarily want to hear what she
had to say (i.e. things may not necessarily work out exactly how we had planned/expected). She helped us through a great deal of anxiety and was very patient, understanding and professional. In addition, her associates who we had brief interactions
with (her “pending” consultant, for example) were wonderful to deal with as well.
Overall, her knowledge base in both selling and purchasing real estate is second to
none. Her marketing ability, specifically her ability to get our house seen by so many
people, was incredible. If I had to recommend a realtor to ANYONE (friend, family,
business colleague, ANYONE), I would recommend Brenda Cuoco without a doubt!
She was not only our realtor, but, through this process, has become a friend as well.
Emily Roy, Wilbraham
CALL MY CELL: 413.214.5365
SEND AN EMAIL: brenda@wmasshomebuyer.com
or visit: WWW.WMASSHOMEBUYER.COM
*Based on information provided to and compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. covering 1/1/15-11/21/15.

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