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UPCOMING NORTHERN 50 TRIPS - Brochures are available at your local Northern Bank & Trust Company branch. Contact J. Lawrence Mawn for more information or reservations at (781) 937-5412.

IRELAND - Shades of Ireland departure: October 10, 2008. Limerick, Medieval Castle Banquet, Cliffs of Moher, Galway Farm Visit, Killarney, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry, Blarney Castle, Waterford Crystal, Kilkenny, Castle Stay and Dublin. Experience medieval Ireland and the ambiance of a real castle during a fun filled banquet featuring music, food and traditional entertainment. Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of the world's most beautiful coastal routes. Overnight in a castle and delight in the pleasures of royalty. Rates: Double $2,699 per person, Single $3,199, Triple $2,679. Includes round trip air from Logan, hotel transfers, air taxes and fees surcharges of $240.00 (subject to increase until paid in full). Not included in price: cancellation waiver and Insurance of $200 per person

 

ACTON
Town of Acton's web site: http://www.town.acton.ma.us/
The local newspaper, The Beacon, has a web site at http://www.townonline.com/acton/

Thursday, July 17, 2008 Time: 6:30-8:30PM at NARA Park Amphitheater

Super 70’s Concert  featuring the Chickenslacks!  Taking cues from the classic 70’s! Sly and the Family Stone, Earth Wind and Fire, Marvin Gaye, Kool and the Gang KC and the Sunshine Band, Stevie Wonder … the Chicken Slacks deliver a “one-two-three-four!” soul punch that will inevitably move you to shake it.  Fee: Free – Onsite donations greatly appreciated.                                                     

Family Fun Night- Live Music- ReMax hot Air Balloon Rides & More Day/Date:  Thursday, July 31, 2008 from 6:30-8:30PM at NARA Park Amphitheater Fee:  Free admission, open to the public $5 per person Balloon Ride Donations will help fund the NARA Park Summer Concert Series. $3 Moon Bounce (unlimited bracelet).

 


BILLERICA
Town of Billerica's web site: www.town.billerica.ma.us/
The local newspaper's web site: www.townonline.com/billerica/

THIRD ANNUAL STEVEN J. VERTUCCIO MEMORIAL RIDE FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS. Please join for the 3rd Annual SJV Memorial Ride for CF. All proceeds will be donated to the Children's Hospital Cystic Fibrosis Center to help raise awareness and find a cure for CF. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system.

The ride will be Saturday August 9, 2008 COST: $20.00 per rider, $10.00 per passenger REGISTATION: 9:00 AM Pro-Fitness Plus – Billerica, MA RIDE DEPARTS: 10:00 AM (sharp) to Boston Harley Davidson (Woodlawn Cemetery for those who wish to visit Steve) then head north to the Tewksbury Elks BBQ LUNCH: 1:00 PM Tewksbury Elks - Tewksbury, MA - BBQ, burn outs, music and a whole lot of fun!  Non-riders welcome at family friendly BBQ

Mail checks to: SJV Ride, 12 Golden Brook Drive, Pelham, NH  03076 (make check payable to: Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital Boston)

CONCERTS ON THE COMMON
The Billerica Recreation Department has scheduled a series of Concerts on the Common, scheduled for Tuesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. In the event of rain the concert will be cancelled, and be rescheduled if the band is available. July 15, Transistors. July 22, John Penny Band. July 29, Beatle Tracks, Aug. 5, Rhythm Mechanics. Aug. 12, New England Swing Orchestra, Ice Cream Sundae Fest, Billerica Library. Aug. 19, Bobby and Valentin Entertainment Live. Aug. 26, Front Page. Free.

Town of Billerica Recreation Department located at 248 Boston Road, Billerica. You can call to get a full list of events by calling 978-671-0921 or visit their website www.town.billerica.ma.us

Boys and Girls Club of Billerica 2 Hour Party Rental - First hour and a half- exclusive use of our heated swimming pool. Tubes, noodles, beach balls, goggles, life jackets and 1 certified lifeguard* are included. Last half hour- exclusive use of our games room and lobby. Use of our lobby (4 tables) to have cake, ice cream, pizza etc. provided by the family.** $150.00. Call (978) 667-2193 for reservations

*1 lifeguard to 25 people, if you are going to have more than 25 swimming, you will need to reserve a 2nd guard for an additional fee of $30.00.

** Families are welcome to bring decorations-balloons, signs, table clothes etc.

 


BURLINGTON
Town of Burlington's web site: www.burlington.org/
Burlington Public Library web site: www.burlingtonpubliclibrary.org/
Burlington newspaper web site: www2.townonline.com/burlington/

THIRD ANNUAL STEVEN J. VERTUCCIO MEMORIAL RIDE FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS. Please join for the 3rd Annual SJV Memorial Ride for CF. All proceeds will be donated to the Children's Hospital Cystic Fibrosis Center to help raise awareness and find a cure for CF. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system.

The ride will be Saturday August 9, 2008 COST: $20.00 per rider, $10.00 per passenger REGISTATION: 9:00 AM Pro-Fitness Plus – Billerica, MA RIDE DEPARTS: 10:00 AM (sharp) to Boston Harley Davidson (Woodlawn Cemetery for those who wish to visit Steve) then head north to the Tewksbury Elks BBQ LUNCH: 1:00 PM Tewksbury Elks - Tewksbury, MA - BBQ, burn outs, music and a whole lot of fun!  Non-riders welcome at family friendly BBQ

Mail checks to: SJV Ride, 12 Golden Brook Drive, Pelham, NH  03076 (make check payable to: Cystic Fibrosis Center, Children’s Hospital Boston)

Cooperative Elder Services, Inc, an Adult Day Health and Alzheimer’s Day Program located at 37 B Street, Burlington provides respite care and a safe, structured environment for elders. The program serves elders from Burlington, Billerica, Lexington, Woburn, Winchester, Bedford, Wilmington, Wakefield, Stoneham, Reading and North Reading. The program is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and door to door transportation can be arranged. Elders can attend one to five days per week, depending on their needs. The program includes a light breakfast, full hot lunch and afternoon snack, daily nursing care socialization and a full range of activities and social service support. The goal is to help frail elders remain in their homes and the community. If you would like to visit the center or find out more information contact Sarah Dineen at 781-270-5751.

The Burlington Recreation Department would like to announce a brand new Web address. In a continuing effort to make information as easy to access as possible, the Recreation Department can now be found at www.burlingtonrecreation.org.

The Burlington Recreation Department has openings on many of its upcoming trips. Contact the Recreation Department for inquiries on upcoming trips 781-270-1695.

The Burlington Recreation Departments Youth Center has been underway on Friday evenings since September for grades 5-8. As always, the Youth Center offers many fun things to do, such as movies, video games, arts and crafts, board games, sports, ping pong, foosball and air hockey Special events and a snack bar are also part of the fun. Register at the Recreation Office. Registrations will not be accepted at the door. For further information, contact the Recreation Department at 781-270-1695.

 


CHELMSFORD
The Town of Chelmsford web site is: http://chelmsfordma.virtualtownhall.net/Home/
The Town paper's web site: www.townonline.com/Chelmsford

World Wide Wednesday @ Chelmsford 2008 - Be sure to catch “World Wide Wednesdays @ Chelmsford”, at the MacKay Library in North Chelmsford.  Concerts run from 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesdays from July 9th through August 13th.  Grab a blanket or lawn chair, pack a lunch and don’t forget your dancing shoes!  In case of rain or threat of rain the concerts will be held at the Chelmsford Senior Center, 75 Groton Road, North Chelmsford.  Call MacKay Library at 978-251-3212 if any questions. 

 


LITTLETON
Town of Littleton web site: www.littletonma.org/
Littleton's newspaper web site: www.littletonindependent.com

 

 

 

 

 


MELROSE
Melrose newspaper web site: www.Melrosefreepress.com
City of Melrose web site: www.Cityofmelrose.org/

The Melrose Symphony Orchestra is getting ready to begin its 91st season.  The 2008-2009 season will include masterpieces by Beethoven and Brahms.  The opening concert will feature soprano Junko Watanabe, who will perform opera arias; pianist Miyuki Otani will perform in March; and the vocal duet of soprano Mara Bonde and baritone Donald Wilkinson will be the feature performance in May.  The Holiday Pops concert will feature world-renowned vocalist baritone Robert Honeysucker.
Subscriptions and ticket sales are already underway for the 2008-2009 season.  Tickets are available for all concerts at Melrose Drug Center, 462 Main St., and Sweet Thoughts, 504 Main St., both in Melrose.  In order to be listed in the program booklet, patrons must subscribe by Sept. 1.

For more information, call MSO president Millie Rich at 781-662-0641, e-mail her at millierich@verizon.net,

The Melrose Arts and Cultural Association will offer a six-week consecutive art “drop-in” for children in grades 2-5.  This program, which is sponsored in part by Miter Biter Frame Co., 479 Main St., will begin on Saturday, July 12, and continue through Saturday, August 16.

Each class will include all materials and will be held at The Milano Center, 201 W. Foster St. from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  The cost is $14 per child and will include such projects as landscapes, collage, family portraits and bookmaking.

Melrose resident and MACA member Julie Fox will be the instructor.  She is a professional artist and arts educator who currently teaches at the New Art Center in Newton. Space is limited, and parents are asked to plan to arrive 10 minutes early to register their children.  For information, e-mail artclass@comcast.net.

YMCA holds ‘Green Monster’ ticket raffle
The Melrose YMCA is selling tickets for its “Green Monster Raffle,” which includes two tickets to see the Boston Red Sox vs. the Los Angeles Angels at Fenway Park on Tuesday, July 29 at 7 p.m.
The raffle prize will include the two Green Monster seats (a $6,000 value), a round-trip limo ride to Fenway Park from a location in the Greater Boston area (a $500 value), dinner at either the Shawmut Pavillion or EMC (a $300 value), a pre-game, on-field experience, and a tour of the Red Sox Hall of Fame.
Tickets are $10 each; six for $55; or 12 for $100. The drawing will be on Thursday, July 17 at noon at the Melrose YMCA on Main Street. Tickets are available for sale at all Melrose YMCA locations.
For more information, call the YMCA at 781-665-4360.

Community Dances open to all
Through funding provided by the Melrose Cultural Council and the Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, Community Dances — featuring contra dancers and square dancers — are held on the third Saturday evening of each month. Appropriate for all ages, the Saturday evening dances, which run from 7-10 p.m. and are held at the Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, across from the library, 70 West Emerson St. in Melrose, feature a live band of contra-dance musicians who play two fiddles, a four-string tenor banjo, cello and piano. “Sit-ins” of all varieties are encouraged (bring your own instruments and join in). Voluntary donations accepted.
For more information, contact the Unitarian Universalist Church at 781-665-7504.

 


WESTFORD
Town of Westford web site: http://www.westford-ma.gov/
Westford local newspaper web site: www.townonline.com/westford/

Connecting with Our Community -  Are you looking to make new friends and become more involved in the Westford community?  Whether you are a new arrival to the area or a lifelong resident, the Westford Friends and Newcomers club provides an opportunity for all neighbors to come together in a casual, welcoming environment.  We look forward to meeting you!  Browse our website to find out more or email us at:  newcomers@westford.com

Westford Food Pantry - Food needed
Westford has over 180 families that use the Food Pantry on a regular basis. The Roudenbush Community Center will continue to collect food. Thank you to everyone who has dropped off food for the holiday period. Some of the items that are needed –Toiletries, pet food, baby items including diapers (all sizes); baby food; dry formula; all kinds of toiletries.  The Westford Office of Northern Bank & Trust Company can also be used as a drop off location for food items.

 


WOBURN
City of Woburn web site: http://www.cityofwoburn.com
Woburn Daily Times Chronicle: http://www.woburnonline.com

On Monday, August 11, 2008, the 27th Annual Denis L. Maher Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Woburn will be held at the beautiful Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover. We anticipate limited openings for foursomes for our 7:30 am flight. Our 1:00 pm is typically sold out. Great sponsorship opportunities will be available.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities or on how to participate in this event, please contact Carla Beaudoin at the Club by calling 781-935-3777.

The Recreation Commission is once again sponsoring its weekly "fun runs" at Horn Pond. This year they are hosted by "Friends of Woburn Track" and supported by the Shamrock Running Club.

There is no entry fee, and awards are given to the first three males and females in each age group.
The runs will be held on the following dates:

Thursday, July 17
Thursday, July 24
Thursday, July 31
Monday, August 4
Thursday, August 7

The distance is:

2.5 miles - 6:40 p.m. Age Groups: 13-15; 16-18; 19-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+

0.8 miles - 6:15 p.m. Age Groups: 5-under; 6-8; 9-10; 11-12

Walkers Welcomed

 

SCI is pleased to be joining with the Woburn Redevelopment Authority (WRA) and the Woburn Residents Environmental Network (WREN) to present the Citizens Park Concert Series. Now in its sixth year, this series brings a diverse array of talented musical groups to perform for Woburn residents.

Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs to Citizens Park to enjoy some great music and the company of your fellow community members.

Citizens Park is located on Main Street (Route 38) in Woburn Center, across from the Common. All concerts will start at 7 p.m.

Concert Line Up
July 25th - The Bedford Big Band - Sponsor Artisan Music Studios
August 8th - The Austin Torpedoes - Sponsor Dunkin Donuts Woburn Center
August 22nd - O’hAnleigh - Sponsor Sean P. Coakley

Woburn Recreation - Spring & Summer 2008 (781) 897-5805

Calling all artists! Recreation Brochure Drawing Contest - The Recreation Department is looking for a design for the cover of their Fall & Winter Brochure. The theme can be anything to do with recreation, fall, or winter - it is your choice. All Drawings must be submitted to the Recreation Department by August 7, 2008. The winner will be selected by the Recreation Commission and your design will be featured on our Fall & Winter Brochure.

Band Concerts - All Band Concerts take place at the Rotary Bandstand at Library Park - Concerts begin at 7:30p.m.

July 15th Squirrel Hill Band - July 22nd Family Night T-Bone (Children's Concert) *begins 6:30 p.m. - August 5th Party of 9 - August 12th John Penney Band.

Adult & Family Trips - sign-ups have already begun for the following summer trips:

More trips will be available - call 781-897-5808 for a full list of trips - All trips are handicapped accessible.

Bucksie Keating Golf Tournament August 21st & 22nd Woburn Country Club - You must have 1 year experience on the golf course to enter this tournament. Ages 9-18 Boys and Girls Divisions. Registration opens the beginning of August.


 

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