Our Communities

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/

NARA Park Summer Events

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).

Model Rocket Flying Day – Enjoy the excitement of model rocketry in a fun and safe environment that the whole family will enjoy.  Well over two hundred flights to watch.  2 Sessions:  Sat. Aug 9 and 23 each 9-12 PM at AB Regional High School Fields, Charter Rd, Acton; FREE.

Country Jam 2008 - Featuring the Help Wanted Band which consists of some of New England’s finest musicians and performers.  Their stage show is said to be “an unforgettable experience that leaves us wanting more.”  A mix of country, rhythm and blues combined with a whole lot of class.  High energy.  Thursday, Aug 7 6:30-8:30 PM at NARA Park Amphitheater; FREE, donations appreciated; Food will be available for purchase.

Beach Party Blast at NARA Park featuring HOT LIKE FIRE – Sponsored by Roche Brothers Supermarket there will be summer tunes, limbo, beach balls, etc, plus grilled burgers & hot dogs, ice cream and more for purchase.  Thursday, Aug 14 6-8 PM.  Free beach admission after 5 PM.  Open to public.

Pilgrims Pride – Saturday, October 25; 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. NARA Park lower parking lot at 25 Ledge Rock Way.  $59 per person. Registration deadline September 25

NYC Radio City Christmas Spectacular – Reserve NOW.  Saturday, November 29; 6:15 a.m., return 11:00 pm NARA Park lower parking lot at 25 Ledge Rock Way.  $159 per person.  Registration Deadline ASAP to October 3

Bus Trips – Fun for all ages - You may obtain the flyer at the Recreation Department located in the Acton Town Hall, or call 978-264-9608.  All bus trips are first come-first serve basis.

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

Third annual Billerica Police Road Race
The Third Annual Billerica Police Road Race will be held at 10 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 14, at the Billerica Irish American Club, 616 Middlesex Turnpike, Billerica.

The children 10 and under 1K fun run begins at 10 a.m. with the 5K road race beginning at 11 a.m. All runners receive a free T-shirt. Awards will be given to top male and female runners in each division. A barbecue and entertainment will be held after the road race.

Pre-registration $18, seniors (60+) $12, kids run $6, race day registration $20. For more information contact Dale Sarno or William West at 978-667-1212 or visit www.billericapolice.org.

All proceeds will be used to further police education programs and other charitable education based organizations that the Billerica police are involved with.

NATIONAL ORIENTEERING DAY
September 14 - 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Great Brook Farm, Carlisle, MA
Various levels of orienteering skills. This event is a great opportunity
to learn about orienteering as instruction will be available
for newcomers. For more information:
www.newenglandorienteering.org.

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT FISHING
Thursday, September, 25
Time *5:00-Dark
Micozzi Beach.
Free!
Ladies, join us for this special night of fishing as professional angler Gene Ellison, AKA “the Fishing Machine", provides instruction, demonstrations and guidance to all in attendance. Not sure how to fish? Don't have any equipment? We will provide the bait along with poles for any novices who need them, and our Master Fisherman from the MA Wildlife Angler Education Program will cover the license for the night. Bring your bug spray and flashlight/ lantern. Co-Sponsored by the MA Wildlife Angler Education Program
Want to learn how to fish? Check out the Freshwater Fishing classes on page 10 of the Fall Brochure. www.Billericarecreation.org

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

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/

On August 6, at the Shaws Supermarket in Burlington, in conjunction with the Burlington Police Department, we will have Burlington’s “National Night Out”; this will be a fun event for all with free food and entertainment. The time is from 5:00PM until 9:00PM.

The following “Concerts on the Common” have been rescheduled for the following dates: The John Penny Band (Country) will perform at 7:00PM, Tuesday August 26; Eye 2 Eye will perform at 7:00PM, Tuesday, September 2. Both concerts will be on the Town Common.

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)

Squam Lake Cruise, Sightseeing trip. A deluxe, lavatory equipped motor-coach will head to New Hampshire where you will enjoy a lunch at Hart’s Turkey Farm, the tour will include a 90 minute narrated cruise on Squam Lake and a 45 minute Science Center naturalist presentation of New Hampshire wildlife. You will have time to visit shops at Meredith Weirs Beach and the Kellerhaus Christmas store. The trip is scheduled for Saturday, August 23; $89.00 (includes round trip transportation and lunch). Bus departs from the Recreation Center at 7:30AM with an approximate return of 6:30PM.

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

The MacKay Library will be holding its annual Apple Pie Baking Contest on Monday, September 15 at 6:30 pm at the MacKay Library.

The 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:30 am is “Dads and Donuts” at MacKay Library.  Children ages 2 and up are invited to attend storytime at the Libray followed by a snack.  This is a popular storytime for dads, but moms are always invited.

Friends Book Sale - The annual Friends of the Library Book Sale is a significant source of funding for library programming, museum passes and many extras for Chelmsford patrons.  The community’s support through donations and volunteer hours is greatly appreciated.  The Friends 2007 Book Sale brought in $31,363. The next Chelmsford Friends of the Library Book Sale will take place September 26-September 28, 2008.

Christmas in Newport
Date:   Sunday, December 7th
Time:  Depart 7:00am – Return TBD
Who:   Everyone Welcome
Fee:      $89 pp
Tour Company:  Celebration Tours
Deluxe motorcoach transportation throughout.  Admission to 2 historical mansions, a 10-mile scenic coastal drive of Newport passing magnificent mansions and harbor.  Trip includes brunch at the Atlantic Beach Club, time for shopping and browsing the Brick Market Place and visit to LaSalette Shrine Christmas lighting display. Call 978-251-5l51 for a detailed flyer.

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

Supper/Pennysale Saturday, July 26 Kalevaiset Lodge Newtown Road, Littleton, MA. Dinner at 5pm Pennysale at 7pm.

Fall Craft Fair / Crafters Wanted, Saturday, October 18Kaleva Lodge Newtown Road, Littleton, MA. The cost for a seven foot table is $30. If interested call Audrey at 978-897-5936.

Vacation Bible School - Monday, August 4 through Friday August 8, 8:45 am to 12:15 pm. The Congregational Church of Littleton, 330 King Street, Littleton, MA. For more information visit the church to pick up and complete the registration forms.

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

Free DJ service for veterans
J&C Entertainment of Melrose is offering up to four free hours of DJ service for any veterans’ homecoming celebration or for a sendoff party for those deploying for service in Afghanistan or Iraq.  Service is based on availability.
For more information, visit rossdj.com or call 781-572-1171, or 1172.
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.

Paint “Victorian Melrose”
All artists are invited to paint “Victorian Melrose” this summer and fall, and then participate in a show at the Beebe Estate in December.  Applications, which are available at melrosearts.com, should be completed in MS Word and emailed to sdclark47@verizon.net, or mailed to Luke Volpe, 7 Nowell Road, Melrose, MA 02176.
A list of streets and/or addresses will be sent to all those who respond by completing and submitting an application.  Artists can also visit http://melrose.patriotproperties.com/default.asp to access a list of all Melrose properties on the “painting” list.  The year and type of each house is included, and all houses labeled “Victorian”—and/or built in the Victorian Era, 1875-1900—will be eligible.
Participants may paint the whole house or just a detail; however, artists should not go into yards of the homes listed until organizers have contacted the owners first.
There is no fee to participate, but 25% of all sales will be donated to the Beebe Estate as a contribution to the interior painting that will be done there during the month of January 2009.
For more information, email sdclark47@verizon.net.

Helping Our Neighbors Concert
The second Helping Our Neighbors concert will be held Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Church of the Nazarene, 2 Short St., Melrose.  Proceeds will benefit Bread of Life (thebreadoflifeonline.org), a local food pantry that serves Malden, Melrose, and the surrounding communities.
The concert will kick off with a special children’s show at 6:30 p.m., followed by five acts.  Admission to the main concert is $6, or $5 with a canned food item.  For the children’s show, admission is $6 per family.  Those attending the children’s show are welcome to stay for the main concert.
Sponsorships, beginning at $25, are now available for local businesses.  Last year’s event raised more than $700 for Bread of Life.  This year’s goal is $1,000. 
For more information or to become a sponsor, contact event coordinator Howie Newman at 781-662-2616 or hjnewman@verizon.net.

Walk for Bread at Pine Banks Park
Pine Banks Park in Melrose will be the site of the Bread of Life’s 16th annual Walk for Bread and 5K Run Sunday, Oct. 5th.
Registration will begin at noon; the walk/run begins at 1p.m. at Pine Banks Park, Main Street, Melrose.
The event benefits Bread of Life, the local food pantry that helps feed the hungry and homeless in Melrose, Malden, Medford, Everett, and surrounding communities.  The even features free healthy snacks, a free water bottle, face painting, balloons, and live music.  Bring kids, bring the dog, enjoy the day.
For information and pledge sheets, call 781-397-0404 or visit thebreadoflifeonline.org.

Art lessons for all ages
The Melrose Arts and Cultural Association (MACA), a local non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts in Melrose, will bring art classes to the community this fall in a partnership with the Milano Senior Center.
The classes will include high-quality lessons for children and adults in such areas as watercolor, oil, and general, creative, self-expression with 2D and 3D materials.  Classes begin the second week in September; instructors include artists Tom Sutherland, Julie Fox, and Kris Rocolico.
For more information about dates, times, costs and a downloadable registration form, visit melrosearts.com or call or email Deb Corbett at 781-665-5840, artclass@comcast.net

Performances Planned for Middle School Auditorium
The auditorium at the Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (MVMMS), a 900-sear, state-of-the-art facility that serves as the main auditorium for the school, will be home to a variety of performances in coming months. 
The Kaleidoscope Children’s Theater, a professional touring children’s theater company based in Cranston, RI, will perform “Cinderella’s Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 7.
On March 8, 2009, the Boston Lyric Opera will hold two performances of “The Magic Flute” in the facility.  The MVMMS Fine Arts Department and the Lyric Opera will work together to educate students and families about the composer and the opera before the performance.

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.

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

The Summer Village FARMERS MARKET! AS SEEN ON THE COVER OF THE WESTFORD EAGLE... SPRINGDELL FARM of Littleton was the vendor featured in the photo with the article on Westford Common's Farmers Market! Of course, here at Summer Village, we have known for sometime just how wonderful their products are!
Held every other Saturday (from 10 - 12), the Summer Village Farmers Market feature products including locally grown produce, fresh flowers, fresh eggs and more...
When you're done shopping, feel free to stop by the General Store for a cup of coffee and fresh bakery treat!

Dates to remember:
Saturday, July 26, August 9 and August 23 (and we some special Fall Harvest Markets currently being scheduled - watch for more details!)

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.

Boston Summer Scholars - This summer, Boston Cares is pleased to be in a partnership with John Hancock Financial Services and The Boston Globe to support the 2008 Boston Summer Scholars Program. The Boston Summer Scholars program is providing 500 teenagers with on-the-job training in a corporate or non-profit environment, in addition to weekly skill-based workshops. Boston Cares is teaming up with The Boston Globe and John Hancock Financial Services to coordinate the Friday morning workshop series, which is covering topics such as personal finance, interviewing skills, and leadership.

Volunteer mentors are needed support the workshop sessions, which are held on Friday mornings, from 8:30 AM -10:30 AM – there are 4 left in need of volunteers – July 25 through August 15. (Volunteers are asked to get to the session by 7:45am). Volunteers are not required to attend all sessions, but are encouraged to sign up for as many as they are able to attend. Volunteers sit at a table with 9 youth, take attendance, participate in group activities during workshops, and distribute and collect surveys at the end.

The program still needs to recruit between 5 and 10 additional mentors for each week. Volunteers must be 21 years or older. Call 781-935-2244 for registration information.

Here is the schedule for those workshops:

July 25 - Great Applications: How to Get it Right
Patrick Dwyer from UMass Boston
Chip Greenidge, the Bostonian Founder and President of the National Black College Alliance

August 1 - Interviewing: Before, During & After
John Hancock and Boston-native Lynette Correa of Career Coaching 4 Kidz. Lynette is a first-generation high school and college graduate Akrobatik, a performance artist from the Codman Square area of Dorchester and the voice of sports on JAMN 94.5

August 8 - In the News: Why Should You Care?
Boston Globe columnist Derrick Z. Jackson

August 15 - How a Boston Summer Scholar Leads!
Carol Fulp from John Hancock
Robert Lewis, Jr. of the Boston Foundation and two New England Revolution Soccer Players

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 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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