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Person of the Year<\/b><\/div>\n

HOLDEN \u2014 The Holden Woman\u2019s Club is seeking nominations for its annual Person of the Year award. Nominees should be a Holden resident from any walk of life, any age or gender. Previous recipients have included community volunteers, local business owners, town employees and teachers. All have made a significant contribution to the quality of life in Holden. A brief written description of the nominee\u2019s accomplishments and merits should be sent by April 15 to Robin Van Liew at RobinJVL@gmail.com. Please include your name and contact information.<\/p>\n

\n 2023 Good Neighbor Awards<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

HOLDEN \u2014 The Holden Democratic Town Committee announces the recipients of the annual Good Neighbor Award, this year its 28. The award honors citizens of the town who have made significant and\/or long term contributions to the community through their volunteer activities. It is an opportunity for friends and neighbors to say \u201cthank you\u201d to those people who have touched our lives through what they have given to the community.<\/p>\n

The 2023 honorees are Marilynn L. Foley, Roy Fraser III, Michael and Nina Mazloff, and Ryan P. Murphy. Marilynn Foley and Roy Fraser are being recognized for a their many years with the Holden Bandstand. Michael and Nina Mazloff are being honored as a couple for work with the Gale Free Library Board of Trustees, the Board of Health, Meals on Wheels and the Community Garden. Ryan Murphy is being recognized for his work with soccer.<\/p>\n

The recipients will be honored at a friendly, informal ceremony and reception starting at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at the Holden Senior Center, 1130 Main St. Tim Ethier will make the presentation, which will be telecast live on HCTV Channel 191.<\/p>\n

\n Princeton Arts Society show<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

PRINCETON \u2014 The Princeton Arts Society will hold a premier showing and public reception of \u201cNo More Pretty Pictures,\u201d the first in a new Meet the Makers video profile series, at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at the Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Road.<\/p>\n

This first video profiles Charles Gray. These video profiles are intended to reflect the role of art in the subject\u2019s life, give viewers a sense of the person, his\/ her work, and life influences, and the joy and challenge inherent in the creation of art. This project is made possible thanks to widely recognized Princeton videographer Michael Singh.<\/p>\n

\n COA Art Show<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

PAXTON \u2014 The Paxton COA gallery, 17 West St., continues its monthly art shows. The gallery is open to the public weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.<\/p>\n

\n Paxton Garden Club<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

PAXTON \u2014 The Paxton Garden Club will hold a program Native Spring Tonic Tea <\/b>with Rachel Ross of Hillside Herbals is set for Saturday, April 8, at the Paxton COA, 17 West St. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. A clinical herbalist and CNM, Rachel Ross presents an informational and hands-on workshop on herbs that are familiar and local but also true plant medicines. She will speak about the gathering of these herbs, their habitats, when to collect them and how to dry them. Participants will then build a tonic tea blend with herbs Rachel has brought. Advance registration is required with payment by March 31 at https:\/\/forms.gle\/ R912xz8czscQaTwK9<\/p>\n

\n The Holden Bear<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

HOLDEN \u2014 Have you heard about the Holden bear? Curious to know more about the bears in our own backyards? Join White Oak Land Conservation Society on Tuesday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Holden Senior Center, 1130 Main St., where MassWildlife Biologist Mike Morelly will offer a presentation on bear biology, current and past research about bears, and his own efforts to track Holden\u2019s bear using GPS data. Light refreshments will be served.<\/p>\n

Wachusett Reservoir Events <\/b>The MA Department of Conservation and Recreation\u2019s Division of Water Supply Protection announces upcoming events at Wachusett Reservoir Watershed. All programs are free. Dogs are not allowed on water supply protection lands. In the case of inclement weather, hike may be canceled or modified. To check on hike status, call 774-261-1809 or email Kathryn.Parent@mass. gov.<\/p>\n

Vernal Pool Investigations: <\/b>11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, March 19. Rangers will show you why vernal pools are a vital part of the ecosystems within the Wachusett Watershed. These pools that dry up later in the year are full of life in the spring. Meet at Stillwater Farm, 228 Redemption Rock Road, Sterling.<\/p>\n

Salt Sleuth Citizen Science – <\/b>May 8-13. During Drinking Water Week, become a Salt Sleuth doing freshwater forensics. An increasing trend in chlorides from road salt in both groundwater and surface waters of the Wachusett Reservoir Watershed has been documented. DCR\u2019s Division of Water Supply Protection Environmental staff are calling for citizen scientist volunteers to collect water samples to help provide additional estimates on dissolved salts. Samples should be collected from a water body in West Boylston, Boylston, Sterling, Holden, Princeton, or Rutland.<\/p>\n

Collect a surface water sample in the watershed towns from any stream, wetland, pond, etc. between May 8-13. Use any clean household container that can be sealed to collect a sample of about 8-12 ounces of water. Drop off water samples to be tested on Saturday, May 13, between 2 and 5 p.m. at the Meet a Scientist table at the Wachusett Reservoir Dam Day, located at the Wachusett Dam Route 70, Clinton. DCR Environmental Quality Staff will be on hand to answer questions and demonstrate how salt is measured. Samples will be tested for conductivity, a measure of the ability of water to pass an electrical current.<\/p>\n

Samples can also be dropped off to be labeled between Monday, May 8, and Friday, May 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at DCR Division of Water Supply Headquarters, 180 Beaman St., West Boylston. Conductivity results will be shared with participants after May 13.<\/p>\n

For more information on Road Salt Reduction, visit www.mass.gov\/ info-details\/dcr-watershed- system-salt-reduction. For more information, call 774-261-1809 or email Kathryn.Parent@mass.gov.<\/p>\n

Sterling Grange supper <\/b>STERLING \u2014 April is recognized as Grange month across the nation. Sterling Grange is celebrating by holding a public supper on Saturday, April 15, at the Sterling Senior Center, 36 Muddy Pond Road, at 5:30 p.m. Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, rolls and cake will be served.<\/p>\n

Cost is $15 for adults, $8 for children 6-12, and free for children 5 and younger. Proceeds will benefit the Grange Hall Renovation Fund and community service projects. For reservations, call 508-886-2341, or email your name and number of tickets to sterlinggrange53@ gmail.com.<\/p>\n

The organization\u2019s founding over 150 years ago prompted this year\u2019s theme. National Grange President Betsy Huber said, \u201cThe Grange is proud to be \u2018Raised Right Here,\u2019 and encourages Grange and community members to come together in celebrating hometown pride and sustainability.\u201d The local chapter in Sterling was established in 1874.<\/p>\n

Memorial Day concerts <\/b>PAXTON \u2014 The Paxton Cultural Council has sponsored two Memorial Day concerts. Paxton residents may purchase tickets for \u201cAfternoon of Brass #2: Memorial Weekend Spectacular\u201d at a special discount. Concertgoers can expect a spectacular and rousing flag-waving experience with unparalleled music at this family- friendly event.<\/p>\n

Tickets go on sale Friday, March 17, at midnight. To get a discount code, visit the Paxton Cultural Council at https:\/\/massculturalcouncil. org\/local-council\/paxton\/. To redeem the code for tickets to the 3 p.m. May 27 concert at Old South Church, Boston, go to https:\/\/AB2Boston. eventbrite.com. To redeem the code for tickets to the 3 p.m. May 28 concert at Mechanics Hall, Worcester, go to https:\/\/AB2Worcester. eventbrite.com.<\/p>\n

2023 Food Truck Festival <\/b>RUTLAND \u2014 Would you like to participate in this year\u2019s Food Truck Festival? Let us know if you are a food truck, crafter, non-profit organization or other type of vendor. Familiar faces are always welcome at the event, as well as new ones. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, July 29, from noon to 5 p.m. To fill out the survey, go to https:\/\/forms.office.com\/ Pages\/ResponsePage. aspx?id=Nd9A-BJ6cE-D_ qGwlgvBYtGwY58YpK- 5FvdDD8n8DfxpUN0lM-NEIxSE05MElWWEp-PQ0NOQllBUlNQSC4u.<\/p>\n

\n Rutland excise bills<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

RUTLAND \u2014 Motor vehicle excise bills were issued March 3 and are due April 3. If you receive a bill for a vehicle you no longer own and need an abatement, call the Board of Assessors office at 508886-4100, ext. 3004.<\/p>\n

Make checks payable to Town of Rutland and mail, along with your payment coupon, to Town of Rutland, Dept. 1280, PO Box 986500, Boston, MA 02298-6500. Online payment is available at www.townofrutland.org. Click \u201cPay Bills Online\u201d and then \u201cTax Collector Online Payments.\u201d In addition, a secure payment drop-box is located just outside the front of our offices at 250 Main St.<\/p>\n

There is no need to come into the office if paying by check. Your canceled check is your receipt. You may pay by cash at the Treasurer\/ Collector\u2019s office in the Community Hall at 250 Main St. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 508-886-4103, Option 1.<\/p>\n

\n Vendors wanted for holiday <\/b>
\n craft fair<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

STERLING \u2014 Applications are being accepted for the annual Friends of the Conant Public Library Arts & Crafts Show. This popular fair will be held the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Nov. 18, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the First Church in Sterling, 6 Meetinghouse Hill Road.<\/p>\n

The application deadline is May 1. After that date, applications will be reviewed on a space-available basis.<\/p>\n

For more information and an application, visit SterlingLibrary.org, click on \u201cAbout,\u201d then \u201cFriends of the Library,\u201d or send an email to sterlingcraftfair@ gmail.com. To see posts from previous fairs, visit Friends of the Conant Public Library Arts & Crafts Show on Facebook.<\/p>\n

\n Gale Free Library<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

HOLDEN \u2014 Children\u2019s events at the Gale Free Library, 23 Highland St.<\/p>\n

Extra Lapsit Story Time: <\/b>10-10:30 a.m. Monday, March 27 (age 2 and younger), in the Program Room. Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This will be a duplicate of our story time on Thursday for those who have an easier time visiting on Monday.<\/p>\n

Lapsit Story Time: <\/b>10 a.m. Thursdays, age 2 and younger, in the Program Room. Join Miss Rachel for songs, short picture book stories, and more. This story time will focus on routine, repetition and early literacy skills like ABC\u2019s and 123\u2019s.<\/p>\n

Preschool Story Time: <\/b>11 a.m. Thursdays, ages 3-6, in the Program Room. Join Mr. Kevin for lots of laughs and fun stories. This story time will focus on picture book stories and include some games or activities, and of course Mr. Kevin\u2019s great sense of humor.<\/p>\n

\n Conant Library<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

STERLING \u2014 Conant Public Library, 4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<\/p>\n

\n Scrabble and Snacks.<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

Do you love to play Scrabble, but have trouble finding friends to play with? Adults are invited to secure new opponents and show off their wordsmithing skills at the library on Tuesday, March 21, at 2 p.m. or on Monday, March 27, at 5:30 p.m. Snacks will be provided. No registration required.<\/p>\n

Adult puzzles <\/b>available for checkout. Beat boredom this winter with fun new jigsaw puzzles. The library has added adult puzzles to our collection; puzzles can be checked out for three weeks with your library card. Puzzles range from 300 to 1,000 pieces and come in a variety of designs. For more information, call the library at (978) 422-6409.<\/p>\n

Registration for the following programs (if required) can be done at sterlinglibrary.org or by calling 978-422-6409.<\/p>\n

Memory Kits. <\/b>The library has added Memory Kits to its collection of nontraditional items for patrons to check out. The self-contained kits are ideal for individuals with memory-related issues and their caregivers. Each kit includes an assortment of books, activity sheets, DVDs, puzzles and more. The kits are designed to trigger special memories of life experiences and encourage interactions between individuals with memory- related issues and their caregivers. Each kit can be checked out for three weeks and renewed for an additional three weeks. For more information, call the library at (978) 422-6409.<\/p>\n

\n 1970s Snack Bags.<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

You\u2019ve had International Snack Bags \u2014 now it\u2019s time to explore the decades and experience delicious snacks from the 1970s. Grab your bell-bottoms and head to the library to grab a 1970s Snack Bag. Each bag will contain snacks popular in the 1970s as well as books from the decade of disco. Available at the library for kids of all ages, while supplies last.<\/p>\n

Classics Book Club. <\/b>6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 16. Discuss the Gothic suspense novel Rebecca <\/i>by Daphne du Maurier. Copies will be available at the library. No registration required.<\/p>\n

March Cookbook Club. <\/b>6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29. Discover cozy, low-maintenance recipes at the Cookbook Club. Sample fuss-free but delicious recipes from Home Is Where the Eggs Are <\/i>by Molly Yeh. Choose a recipe from the cookbook, prepare it at home, then bring it to the library to share with others. Cookbooks are available at the library for checkout; let them know which recipe you have chosen to avoid duplicates. Registration required.<\/p>\n

Parents\u2019 Night Out Book Club. <\/b>6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 29. Discuss The Reading List <\/i>by Sara Nisha Adams. Come enjoy some good book talk. No registration required.<\/p>\n

Museum Pass. <\/b>The library has a pass to the American Heritage Museum in Hudson. This pass provides half-price admission for up to six visitors. The American Heritage Museum is a military history museum that features one of the world\u2019s largest collections of armored vehicles and tanks. For more information and to reserve a pass, call 978-422-6409.<\/p>\n

\n Richards Memorial Library<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

PAXTON \u2014 The Richards Memorial Library is at 44 Richards Ave.<\/p>\n

Drop-in Crafts for Young People: <\/b>Create your own foam puzzle plus Leprechaun coloring sheets.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Spill the Tea Club <\/b>(adults): Irish Breakfast Tea (caffeinated).<\/p>\n

Book display: Women\u2019s History Month. Drop-in LEGO Challenge: <\/b>Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. March 14, 21 and 28. Ages 5 and older due to small parts. Take the challenge or build from your own imagination.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Story & Play Time: <\/b>Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. March 22 and 29. Enjoy outdoor play and learning in the beautiful library yard. Sing, go on scavenger hunts, tell stories, play, and have fun.<\/p>\n

Chess Time at the Library: <\/b>Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. March 23 and 30. All ages. Play, learn, and teach chess together.<\/p>\n

Graphic Novel Club <\/b>(ages 8-12). March book: Freestyle <\/i>by Gale Galligan. Enjoy a featured graphic novel, take home activity, and small treat each month.<\/p>\n

Optional In-Person Meeting: <\/b>Wednesday, March 29, 4-4:40 p.m. for discussion and fun activities related to the book. Visit rmlpaxton.org\/tweens to register.<\/p>\n

Teen Book Club <\/b>(ages 12-17). March book: Heartstopper <\/i>by Alice Oseman (MA Teen Choice Book Award 1st Place winner). Enjoy a book \u2014 and treats \u2014 each month. Visit rmlpaxton. org\/teens for more information and to register.<\/p>\n

Faux Gogh! <\/b>Saturday, March 18. Five-minute, mess-free tempera paint stick art. Drop in between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ages 5-100.<\/p>\n

Intro to Coding: <\/b>Wednesday, March 22, 3:45-4:45 p.m. Learn the basics of coding through games, problem-solving, and fun. For ages 10-14.<\/p>\n

Read, Build, Play! <\/b>with Community Connections. Friday, March 24, 10-11 a.m. STEM activities for young children & their caregivers. Upstairs in the Juvenile\/Young Adult room.<\/p>\n

Library of Things: <\/b>Did you know you can check out these items from the library? Literacy Kits, Museum Passes, STEM Kits, Telescope.<\/p>\n

Ongoing: <\/b>Puzzle Exchange, bring a puzzle or take a puzzle; museum passes to local museums and other venues.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit rmlpaxton. org or call 508-754-0793.<\/p>\n

\n Sterling Senior Center<\/b>\n <\/p>\n

STERLING \u2014 The Sterling Senior Center is located at 36 Muddy Pond Road. The center is open Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. If you are a Sterling resident and need a ride to the center, call 978-422-3032.<\/p>\n

Make & Take T-shirt Art <\/b>class with Karen. 1 p.m. Friday, March 17. Use shamrock and flower stencils and freehand paints to create a unique T-shirt. All supplies included, but bring your own tee. Free. Reservations required.<\/p>\n

If you are claiming insurance reimbursement for 2022 fitness classes, call and the center will provide documentation of your fitness expenses at the Senior Center.<\/p>\n

Congregate lunch <\/b>is served daily at 11:30 a.m. No reservations are required. $3 suggested donation.<\/p>\n

History Club <\/b>will discuss Brave Companions: Portraits in History <\/i>by David McCullough on Thursday, April 6, at 9:30 a.m.<\/p>\n

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HOLDEN \u2014 The Holden Woman\u2019s Club is seeking nominations for its annual Person of the Year award. Nominees should be a Holden resident from any walk of life, any age or gender. Previous recipients have included community volunteers, local business owners, town employees and teachers. All have made a significant contribution to the quality of life in Holden. A brief written description of the nominee\u2019s accomplishments and merits should be sent by April 15 to Robin Van Liew at RobinJVL@gmail.com. Please include your name and contact information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":96545,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_gspb_post_css":"","_sitemap_exclude":false,"_sitemap_priority":"","_sitemap_frequency":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-42900","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle"],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42900","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42900"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42900\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/96545"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42900"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42900"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/devcherryroad.com\/news2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42900"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}