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ROWLEY – The Rowley Water Department had been looking forward to that day for years. It was a day the three-member board would open the bids from construction companies to build the new, state-of-the-art membrane filtration system, needed to solve the persistent manganese and bacteria that has plagued two of the town's wells for years.

It would be the beginning of the solution to bringing Rowley residents cleaner, better-tasting water that does not stain clothes and toilets.

The water department had hired Weston & Sampson, a prominent environmental engineering firm, to design the new filtration plant that would be built at Well No. 3 near Pingree Farm and the state forest. The town residents had approved building the system and accepted higher water rates to pay for it. The commonwealth through its State Revolving Fund had agreed to lend the town almost $8 million at 2 percent interest to build the plant.

Then the water board and superintendent John Rezza opened the bids.

The bids ranged from the lowest at $9.5 million to the highest at $12.5 million. Even the lowest was about $2 million more than Weston & Sampson had predicted.

The water department had expected the entire system to cost under $10 million, not $12 or $14 million.

The situation was not unusual. Towns and cities throughout the state are seeing the bids for new projects come in higher than expected.

Call it a sign of an improving economy. Blame it on rising costs of materials and factors like gas prices. Attribute it to the higher cost of doing business in a state that requires contractors to pay prevailing wage rates.

The water board has a few options.

It can ask the state revolving fund to lend the town more money,

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NEWBURYPORT – Karen Giannopoulous never dreamed she would be a professional photographer. She did not know what she wanted to do, dropping out of college 20 years ago to be a nanny for families in Boston, San Francisco and Newburyport.

After traveling with the families and living in many different places, Giannopoulous joined the mortgage banking industry and took courses to learn the banking business and computers. But she kept shooting photos – first portraits and candid shots of the children she was helping raise, then of landscapes and people she saw on trips from Mexico to Paris.

Her friends and family raved about her photos and let her do all the shooting when they were together. But she kept telling herself, “you can't make a career out of it.”

Turning 40, Giannopoulous, feeling a bit like she was in a cage, decided it was time to try. She created a name for her company, Portography, and a web site that

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promoted her portrait, landscape and abstract photos and her greeting cards.

A resident of Newburyport, she decided to move her bank account to the Provident Bank branch on Storey Avenue. There she met Leanne Corning, the branch manager, who asked if she needed a business account.

Giannopoulous told her about her start-up photography business and Corning asked to see some of her work.

That conversation led to Giannopoulous's first one-woman photography show. The bank, as part of its Lobby for the Arts program, is displaying her photos throughout the branch this month and next and will host a reception for its customers and friends and for Giannopoulous's friends on March 22

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I’d like to share with you my observation and a presumption regarding you, the members of the school committee. I feel that you are all thoughtful people trying to do what is educationally correct for the children of the Triton Regional School District. My presumption is that from time to time as thoughtful individuals you conduct some sort self analysis and soul searching regarding issues that you had to deal with in the past and perhaps some of you (like me) wish that you had handled a particular situation as an elected official or some personal happening in your life differently and regret the decision that you made. It’s what we call “hindsight”.

I know that there are times in my life that I wish I had access to a time machine so I could go back to make corrections and do things differently. I presume and believe that you all would agree with me on this premise. We all are human and have made decisions that we would like to take back. I ask that you all please keep this premise in your mind as I continue.

In 2007 I was finishing my first term on the Rowley Board of Selectmen. The economy was strong home values across the nation were at an all time high and the future for people looked bright. However the Triton schools were in a dire situation Superintendent Sandra Halloran recognized that the schools were in critical condition and needed additional revenues. So she began to do a “road show” late in 2006 and in early 2007 and started campaigning quite convincingly pleading her case to the towns while presenting them with financial facts to back her claims. Prior to this occurring my recollection of Ms. Halloran seemed to be that she ran the schools in much the same way Rowley ran their town departments lean and to the bone and I suspect this was because she recognized the attitude of the people when it came to talk of increased taxes and spending, even in times of economic prosperity!

A reaction in Rowley to her campaigning came from a group of concerned parents who then created a town campaign and advocacy group to support an override on the town warrant. If successful the override funds would take the school five years down the road before requiring additional fiscal help or another override request, according to Ms. Halloran and the citizen group. As a resident and selectmen of Rowley I advocated for this override and helped by speaking in favor of the effort. On May 8th 2007 the override campaign was successful at Rowley Town Meeting by a margin of “34” votes 825 for and 789 opposed!

What this vote revealed to me is that for every one Rowley resident I spoke to that was in favor of the override the next would most assuredly be against it. It was a tough struggle “in good times”. The campaign was organized and run not by a clandestine group of Rowley residents but by concerned Rowley residents speaking out publicly. They did not want a “melt down” of the Triton school system. My neighbors risked their good name and integrity in the community by taking up this seemingly “lost cause” that was unpopular as it turned out with 50% of the Rowley residents. I won’t embarrass these people here tonight by mentioning their names but many of you on this committee know of whom I speak as they continue to work hard for the children of Triton. An additional important point I’d like to make is that I spoke supportively before the Rowley COA and in the First Congregational Church where I was the former Finance Chair. The majority of COA and church membership at the time were and still are living “on fixed incomes” and they supported and voted in favor of the override!

There is an unfortunate epitaph to attach of this override it sustainability to the schools came up short by one fiscal year. Instead of it being sufficient for five fiscal years it was sufficient for only four fiscal years.

What’s the point of relating this little bit of override history to you? It’s this; as of NOW this very moment there is no indication from the residents of Rowley that they support this tentative budget. My ears and feet are always to the ground and I observe and hear nothing from people in Rowley or Salisbury! We all heard from the passionate and concerned residents from Newbury and Rowley and a Salisbury Selectman this past Monday evening. However, overall from my observation the silence from the majority of Triton residents regarding this tentative budget is deafening.

My public comment to this committee began with a presumption that we have all made mistakes in judgment and that we all wished at some point in our lives that we could change a decision or a choice we made that when viewed retrospectively had a negative outcome. Before you vote on this issue I ask the committee members to please consider and ask yourself some of these questions; “Where will I be in thirteen years?” “Will I be serving as a Triton School Committee member?” “Will I be around to see the aftermath and effect of my decisions on this group of Triton elementary grade children at their graduation?” This decision is happening on your watch and it will forever be the legacy you leave to the children of Newbury, Rowley, and Salisbury and their graduating classes of 2022-2025.

You have until March 14, 2012 to vote on this tentative budget you also have that time and more to re-consider the suggested solution presented by the Triton educators to this tentative budget if the towns vote it down.

Hopefully some of you have looked at the educational links containing research related to class room size I had posted on the Town of Rowley website. If you read or have read any of the related research regarding the STAR project report or the myriad of abstracts and educational papers supporting its outcomes I ask you “How can any of you still say that you accept and support this administrations solution?”

As a school committee I know you want Triton to have higher student achievement in: Reading, Math, English, Improved Student Classroom Behavior, Drastically Reduced Dropout Rates, and Dramatically Increased High School Graduation Rates! This success story begins in grades K-3! If this is your goal then read the research and opinions on the STAR Project from the top educators in the US and the world!

Speaking frankly and from my heart the proposed solution by this educational administration in my opinion, is purely and simply an attempt to manipulate the elementary school parents and children in an effort to coerce them and the three Triton Communities into voting to approve the tentative budget. Their weapon of choice is threatening to push the “self destruct button” that will initiate an educational “death sentence” for our elementary school children! This budget solution not yet adopted is already having a polarizing & divisive effect within the Triton School District and the towns. This is NOT the time or the economy for more spending as evidenced in the close override results during the “good times of 2007!”

You, the school committee members are elected officials your power and authority is derived from the voter and your charter. Therefore tonight I am requesting that the residents of Newbury, Rowley, and Salisbury, to “weigh in” (e-mail the school, call and e-mail your town hall and the school committee members) and help support the school committee to change this course of action (in lieu of an override warrant article) and to request that the Triton School Administration create a different solution for our children and communities.

If the residents do not mass and there is no organizational support from them to create an override warrant then a twelve month reprieve will give the tax payer an opportunity to take a breath and the economy perhaps to recover.

As one Newbury resident said “it’s immoral” to put this on the backs of the children. I’ll also add that in lieu of an organized citizen campaign to the contrary “it’s shameful” and with a differently engineered solution from the administration it can wait one year!

Richard CummingsParent 4th & 6th grade Triton students, Selectman Town of Rowley

Public Comment to the Triton School Committee March 7, 2012

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Girl Scouting is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and the Bayberry Service Unit (Ipswich, Newbury, Newburyport, Rowley, and Salisbury) are commemorating this special event with a 100th anniversary quilt. The quilt was unveiled at the Service Unit’s 100th Anniversary Mother/Daughter Tea on Sunday, March 11, 2012.

The quilt is the culmination of six months work by the girls and leaders of the Service Unit. Thirty-three area troops contributed squares to the quilt. In addition, members of the community created squares to celebrate graduated troops or individual Girl Scouts. Several Girl Scout leaders and Service Team members also created squares. Leaders also contributed patches and badges that were used to decorate squares.

Girls used a variety of techniques to create their quilt squares. Many used fabric markers or printed photographs on squares. Girls used paint and iron-on fabric appliqués. One troop used

duct tape to create a colorful design, while another used tie dye to decorate their square. Several dimensional squares add beauty and drama to the quilt.

In order to complete the quilt, thirty-seven Girl Scouts from seven troops gathered in February to quilt the borders during a quilting bee. The quilt will be displayed at the Rowley Public Library beginning March 12, 2012, the 100th anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouts.

“Our 100th anniversary quilt has been a wonderful way to showcase the creativity of our local Girl Scouts while celebrating the anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouting,” said Karen Schmuch, the organizer of the quilt project. “We’re delighted to share the completed quilt with our communities.”

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which it probably would. But to borrow more money the water department must also ask the town residents at its Town Meeting in April for permission to increase the allowed borrowing capacity.

The town has already bonded $1.3 million to pay for the new plant design, installing new meters and other modernizing steps. Given the other pressures on the town budget, including higher school costs, it is probably not the best time to ask town officials and residents to allow the water department to borrow more money. Borrowing more money would likely require higher water rates in the future.

The board, working with the engineers, can also redesign the new plant to cut the total costs and find other savings in the design and construction.

One option the town does not

have is to walk away and not build the plant.

The state Department of Environmental Protection has ordered the town to install a water treatment plant. It issued an administrative consent order mandating that Rowley build the plant, no longer tolerating the system of treating the water with chemicals.

Rowley water comes from three wells: Well 3 on Boxford Road, Well 5 on Pingree Farm Road and Well 2 on Haverhill Road.

Wells 3 and 5, which serve primarily the west side of town, have high levels of manganese and coliform bacteria. The water department now treats the manganese and bacteria with chlorine, Rezza said. But the manganese uses up the chlorine before it can fully disinfect the water.

New Water Plant May Cost MoreWater users complain that the

water stains clothes, toilets and causes water heaters and other equipment to deteriorate faster.

Rezza described the situation “as chasing our tails.” He said, “We are only causing more problems” by treating the water with chlorine.

The water department discovered the bacteria issue at the two wells in 2006. Since then, it has conducted engineering studies in the watershed of the two wells, reducing beaver activities and agricultural runoff. Building the treatment plant was the ultimate solution.

Once built, Rowley residents will notice immediately a lower level of chlorine in their water, Rezza said.

“For a small town, we will have an excellent distribution system,” said board member Scott Martin. “After the plant is built, the people of Rowley will once again have clean, potable water.”

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The Provident Bank has been local promoting artists this way for 15 years. Originally started by bank chairman Bob Becker, when he was president of the bank, the program has promoted about 75 local artists and sculptors, some of them several times, said Charlie Cullen, the bank president.

“It is a no brainer,” Cullen said. “The community has embraced it. People come into the bank. People love it.”

Becker launched the program in the lobby of the bank's headquarters in Amesbury to help encourage local artists and promote them in the bank. His idea was that people would come into the bank just to see the art work displayed.

Five years ago, when the program

was in its 10th year, the bank staged a three-day show in an abandoned warehouse in Amesbury. People came by the thousands, Cullen said.

And not only did they view and buy the art on display, they went to dinner in local restaurants, he said. It was good for economic development.

Cullen said he believes the program has been a great success. “There are a lot of artists studios in Amesbury,” he said.

The program soon spread beyond downtown Amesbury. Not only is their art by local artists in the Provident Bank lobby here, but also in the bank's New Hampshire branches in Exeter, Hampton, Portsmouth and Seabrook.

In April after Giannopoulous's show is finished, the bank will open its lobbies to the high schools for the

annual display of art works created and produced by students.

The young artists and their parents love coming to the bank to see the works on the walls, Cullen said. “It is really good for their self esteem.”

One of Cullen's favorite memories is when the bank showcased the photos of a young photographer, who had captured the devastation of New Orleans, LA, after the Hurricane Katrina. The photographer was the son of folk singer-songwriter Tom Rush, who came to play at the bank during the reception for his son and his photography.

Seeing her photos on the walls of the bank may turn out to be one of Karen Giannopoulous's favorite memories too.

To view her work, visit the bank at 66 Storey Avenue in Newburyport or her web site, www.portography.com.

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------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - Peter Struzziero will have a Star Wars Symposium for 5th -12 th grade at the Amesbury Public Library on Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite character since there will be a costume contest. We will have a trivia contest, video games, question and answers, and there will be Star Wars books that you can check out. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information contact Margie Walker at [email protected] or 978-388-8148.

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------------------------------------------------------------GEORGETOWN - Preparations are in full swing for the 2012 Georgetown Education Foundation (GEF) Gala which takes place at the Black Swan Country Club on March 31st from 5:30pm to midnight. With the theme “Under The Sea: Dive Deep for Education” students under the direction of Middle/High School art teacher Nora Cannon are hard at work creating three dimensional artwork to be used to decorate for the big event. Penn Brook art teacher Dawn Rezendes also has her students creating murals with sea creatures which will be on display. In the GMHS music department Laura Laflamme, Kerry Donovan and Corey Seapy are having their students fine tuning their voices and instruments for March 31st as well. It’s always a treat to listen to the talented a cappella group and jazz band perform during cocktail hour. This is what the Gala (and the GEF) is all about – our children. The mission of the GEF is to support innovative programs and encourage, demonstrate and recognize excellence in the Georgetown schools for the benefit of students of all aspirations and abilities. The money raised by the Gala goes to fund innovative programs in technology, arts and science. To provide new and different, creative opportunities for the students to learn, grow and be inspired. This year the GEF will be awarding $32,000 in grants to the teachers and staff at Perley, Penn Brook and the Middle/High School to fund such programs. “Our teachers and educators are integral to our mission. Their ideas and creativity as well as their commitment to the programs we fund are what make the GEF a success. It’s wonderful to see their enthusiasm for new ways to enhance teaching and learning,“ comments GEF President Nasrene Phaneuf. In recognition of this commitment, during the evening the GEF will honor an educator and a community member who have gone above and beyond in their support for the schools through the presentation of the Golden Apple Award and Partner in Education Award. The Gala is an event not to miss. This semi-formal evening is a celebration of the community, parents, students and educators coming together to enhance the schools and the futures of our Georgetown students. Tickets are on sale now for $60 online at www.georgetowneducationfoundation.net or through GEF members. Show your support and Dive Deep for Education.

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------------------------------------------------------------HAMILTON-WENHAM - Tax Help from AARP - Appointments are by reservation only on Wednesdays at 10, 10:45 and 11:30 through April 11th. These dates fill up quickly, so gather your paperwork and reserve your slot. You will need to bring all of your tax documents for last year, paperwork for this year, and will be required to show your Social Security card. This service is provided by SeniorCare, Inc. Stop by to reserve your appointment, or call 978-468-5577, or email [email protected]

------------------------------------------------------------HAMILTON-WENHAM Spring Book Sale Dates are Saturday, March 24, 9 am - 3 pm. The sale continues Mon. 26 thru Wed. 28, 10-8 & Thur. 29, 10-5. Don’t miss the Friends Only Book Sale Friday evening, March 23, 6-8. Not a Friends member yet? You can join at the door. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., S. Hamilton 978-468-5577 www.hwlibrary.org

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - Ipswich Museum, 54 South Main Street, Ipswich needs tour guides and greeters for the 2012 tour season of the Heard and Whipple Houses. Share in the fun by learning about local history through the Museum’s collections and sharing that information with visitors from here and around the globe. Training runs in four sessions beginning on April 28 from 9-11 am. Refreshments served. Call 978-356-2811 for more information or to sign up.

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - The popular new dairy store at Appleton Farms in Ipswich, MA has expanded its dairy store hours to include Saturdays. Now you can pick up your Appleton Farms milk, grass-fed beef, eggs and other specialty items Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 2-6, Tuesday & Friday 11-6, and Saturday 11-3. “Appleton Farms is one of the North Shore’s treasures, offering something for everyone – local foods, history and culture, public programs for all ages, special events and scenic trails,” said Farm Director David Beardsley. ” The expanded hours in the dairy store is just another reason to get out and explore the 1,000-acre working farm.” Your Saturday visit doesn’t need to end at the dairy store. Appleton Farms’ newly remodeled LEED-certified Old House Visitor Center is open to the public Saturdays from 1–4pm. With a docent on-site, visitors can see firsthand how the Appleton family lived in the family museum room, discover what makes the house “green,” see our state-of-the-art industrial kitchen, and learn more about the prized dairy herd. The Old House, central to the 1,000-acre farm, offers easy access to more than 12 miles of maintained trails through woodlands and along pastures. Appleton Farms, America’s oldest continuously operating farm, was given to The Trustees of Reservations by the Appleton Family in 1998. Since then, The Trustees have worked to make the property a welcome destination for visitors from the North Shore and beyond by restoring historic buildings, maintaining trails, providing a wide variety of public programs and supporting local agriculture with its active Community Supported Agriculture program. Most recently, The Trustees set it sights on bringing dairy products to the “community doorstep” by first establishing a jersey milking herd at Appleton Farms and then opening an on-site dairy store to sell milk to the public. Led by award-winning cheese maker, John Miller, the farm has also broken ground on a processing facility on the farm that will allow The Trustees to make farmstead cheese, yogurt and butter for locavores and community members to enjoy. “This summer at the dairy store cheese-lovers can look forward to sampling and purchasing a variety of cheeses, including a hard cheese, ricotta and a triple cream” said Miller. The hope is that the store will benefit all local farmers by increasing support for local farms and demand for local foods. As part of that effort, the store will specialize in products generally not available in other neighborhood farm stands. For more information or to register for a program visit www.thetrustees.org, call 978.356.3825 (dairy store) or, 978.356.5728 (office), or email [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - Never tried a triathlon? Now's the time with Tri for the YWCA, the Third Annual Indoor Triathlon, Sunday, March 25th, hosted by The YWCA Greater Newburyport and the Masters Swim Group. Events will include: Indoor Swim: 10 minutes in 25 yard pool; Indoor Cycle: 25 minutes ride on Spin Bike; Outdoor Run/Walk: 1.5 miles on the “Rail Trail”. Tri for the YWCA begins at 8:00 AM with 15 minute staggered time starts and is open to all fitness levels. Enter as an individual and try your best at all three sports or enter as a team and do the sport you like best! Register on line only at: www.active.com/running/newburyport-ma/Tri-for-the-YWCA-2012. Join us as we swim, bike & run for the fun of it!

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURY - All parents who will have a child attending kindergarten in September at the Newbury Elementary School are invited to attend a Kindergarten Information meeting on Thursday, March 15 at 7PM (snow date is March 19) in the school auditorium. Children must be five years old before August 31, 2012 in order to be eligible for kindergarten. The kindergarten classrooms will be open for viewing starting at 6:45PM. At the meeting, information will be presented on both the half and tuition based full day kindergarten options as well as the screening and registration process. Kindergarten staff will describe the programs and curriculum. Staff and parents will be available to answer questions. Screening will be held by appointment on Monday, May 7 and Tuesday, May 8, 2012. For further information, contact Kathleen Murphy, Early Childhood Coordinator, at [email protected]

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURY - "The First Parish Church of Newbury - Stewards of Earth and Spirit, host the Growing Together Sunday School. Classes meet Sundays from the beginning of September through May 20. The indoor/outdoor program for children ages 5 -12 and children with special needs, engages children in projects and activities centered around this year's theme: Stewards of God's Earth. The Sunday school class maintains a plot in the New Eden Community Gardens, which functions as an outdoor classroom for organic gardening projects and environmental conservation activities. Class meets at the regular worship service in the FPCN sanctuary at 10 a.m. Students gather downstairs in Holton Hall after the children's message for class. The church is located at 20 High Road, (Route 1A), Newbury.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - The Newburyport Public Library is calling all teen wordsmiths in grades 7 through 12 to participate in the 3rd Annual Teen Poetry Contest! Submissions will be accepted through March 30th. For more information about contest rules and to receive a submission form, please contact Andrea Bunker, the Teen Services Librarian, by calling978.465.4428 ext. 226 or emailing [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - Rummage Sale at the First Religious Society, Friday, March 30, 6pm to 7:30pm and Saturday, March 31, 9am to 11:30am. Gently used clothing, shoes, handbags, etcetera. Also Nearly New and Vintage used clothing. Parish Hall. First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport. Come and Rummage through the racks.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - A powerhouse performance is planned for the Firehouse Center for the Arts, 3 pm – 5 pm Sunday, March 25th. Featuring faculty and friends of the Musical Suite, the two hour concert showcases a variety of ensembles and genres. The Plum Island Pans kick off the show, followed by the cabaret vocals of Allyn Gamble, with the rock fusion group, The Holaday Project, ending the first set. After a short intermission, guitarist John Tavano and friends perform three bossa nova pieces from the movie “Black Orpheus.” Then, classical vocalist, Joanna Hoyt-Kimball delights with two pieces by William Bolcom, and finally, the Musical Suite House Band finishes the concert with three jazz classics. Refreshments will be served following the concert. Tickets can be purchased online at www.firehouse.org or from the Box Office 978-462-7336.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14th

SPARHAWK SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Sparhawk School will host an OPEN HOUSE for prospective students and their families on Wednesday, March 14th, at both Amesbury campuses. 9-11am at the Upper Campus (High School): 196 Main Street, Amesbury. 4-6pm at the Lower Campus (PreK-8): 259 Elm St., Amesbury. This event will be the final open house for the 2012 enrollment season. Sparhawk School is an independent, PreK -12 college preparatory day school with a focus on academic excellence in a culture of kindness. For more information, check sparhawkschool.com, or call 978.388.5354. We hope to see you there!

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING ON CAPE ANN

Join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver to see the magnificent winter seabirds and ducks around Gloucester and Rockport. Appropriate for all birding levels. Wednesday, March 14, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Meet in Gloucester at the Friendly’s restaurant at the first traffic circle on Route 128. $17. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

HEARING WORKSHOP BY MASS AUDIOLOGY

Free – The benefits of finding out about hearing loss, how we can help you and much more! We are offering the most current advanced technology addressing common frustrations of hearing aid wearers. Sign up for your private session to get tested and up-date any changes in your hearing and to assist you with any questions and concerns you may have. Get your current hearing devices cleaned and serviced and get your evaluation at the same time. , Wednesday, March 14th @

Noon –Please call to schedule you private appointment at 978-462-2412

CLUTTER CONTROLOn Wednesday, March 14 at 7:30

p.m., retired teacher Dave Downs will explore ten common reasons our homes and garages get filled with things we no longer use and will offer helpful hints for managing this problem by being thoughtful about the things we acquire and keep. His talk, sponsored by the Friends of the Ipswich Library, will be held in the Collins Room at the library, 25 North Main Street. For information: 978-356-6648 or www.ipswichlibrary.org

ROUNDTABLEThe Civil War Roundtable of the

Merrimack is moving. We will meet at 7:30 PM on Wednesday March 14th at our new location, the East Parish Methodist Church, Salisbury Square (route 1), Salisbury, MA. Bob Sullivan will speak on “Copperheads and Peace Democrats.” Admission is free and anyone with an interest in America’s Civil War is invited to attend. For more information visit our web page www.cwrtm.org or call Tom at (978) 462-8518.

WEDNESDAY EVENING LECTURE: ALASKA – A SPECIAL PLACE

Birder and Marblehead resident Deborah Kearns speaks on her observations after a year in Alaska. Wednesday, March 14, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $4. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

THURSDAY, MARCH 15th

HOMESCHOOL fIELD TRIP: HARBOR SEALS

Monthly focus topics for homeschoolers, ages 7 to 12, each with an on-site study session and an exciting field trip. Teacher: Lisa Hutchings. Thursday, March 15, 9:30 am-noon Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $18. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

YAIYIA’s KITCHEN DINNERThe Greek Church of Newburyport

is sponsoring a Yiayia's Kitchen dinnner on Thursday, March 15 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Nicholson Hall (connected to the Greek church) on Harris Street. The menu features Spanakopeta, Rice Pilaf, Greek Country Salad and Greek Cookies. Full portion $12.00 and Half $7.00.

AERIAL ACROBATS: WOODCOCKS AND MORE!

American woodcocks and their spectacular courtship rituals are the focus of this evening program. This curious member of the sandpiper family performs a ground and aerial courtship display that is truly a ritual of spring. Choose one of two programs. Thursday, March 15, or Thursday, March 22, 5:30 – 8:00 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $20. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional

programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

PARENT INfORMATION NIGHTWhy is nature a critical part of

early childhood education? Why do we believe emergent curriculum is better for your child's developing mind? Join Our Secret Garden indoor/outdoor Nursery & Preschool’s Executive Director, Reverend Nancy Haverington, and Director/Lead Teacher, Ellie Dawson at OSG’s Parent Information Night, March 15 at 7:00PM, and hear the thinking that fuels this nature-based school. What: Parents Information Night - Why is nature a critical part of early childhood education? Why do we believe emergent curriculum is better for your child's developing mind? Where: Our Secret Garden indoor/outdoor Nursery & Preschool, 20 High Road, Newbury Tickets: Open to the public. More information available at www.oursecretgardenfpcn.org.

CREATE HAPPINESS IN YOUR DAILY LIfE

On Thursday, March 15 and Saturday, March 17, Lindsay Crouse will give two talks on how to create happiness in daily life. The talks, scheduled for 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., will be held in Newburyport at the Unitarian Universalist Church on Pleasant Street. Crouse opens the series, titled "The Engine of Happiness," on March 15 and will talk about the difference between actions taken with and without wisdom and compassion. She will show what it is to undertake a karmic path of action which, she said, is how to take control of your daily life. In the second talk, held on March 17, Crouse will focus on partnership and relationships in the workplace with answers to questions like: How do you create a beautiful partnership? How do you maintain the sweetness and harmony that was there in the beginning? How do you deal with difficult people in the workplace? How do you make peace with your family? Finally, how do you take love to the highest level? "So much of what happens to us seems random," said Crouse. "In the news every day we see war and violence, abuse, neglect and financial failure. At home, we have our own battleground - the pain we experience in partnerships, in our own families. We are overwhelmed, and easily lose our way. "In the midst of this, how do we make our lives work out?" she continued. "This class is about how to do a right action, and how to do actions that will be the cause of happiness for yourself and those around you. This is the time of your life, and it should not be wasted. Happiness is not random. You can be the master of your own happy life." The talks will be held at First Religious Society (Unitarian Universalist), 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts. Attendees do not have to be Buddhists. Everyone is welcome. Crouse was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 1984's Places in the Heart. She is a life-long summer resident of Gloucester MA. Crouse is married to film editor and TV director and editor Rick Blue. Both are observant Buddhists and study with Lama Sumati Marut, a frequent visitor to Massachusetts. Every year, Crouse organizes a 6-day retreat at which Lama Marut, Blue and she teach. This year's retreat, called "Shoot the Moon: Diamonds, Hearts and Wild Cards," will be held at The Governor's Academy in

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CAMARADERIE, COMEDY AND CORNED BEEf & CABBAGE LUNCHEON

What began 10 years ago as a way to raise funds and awareness for the John Ashford Link House and its work with men and women with addiction has evolved into an anticipated annual community event and the most important fundraiser for the nonprofit organization. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the Link House, the 10th annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon will be held Friday, March 16, 2012 at 11:30am at the Masonic Temple in Newburyport. The community is invited to the traditional corned beef and cabbage lunch, served with a hearty helping of humor delivered by the area’s elected officials. St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon tickets are $35 and proceeds benefit the John Ashford Link House. To purchase tickets, contact Nicholas Costello at 978.462.2595 x15 or [email protected]; for sponsorships and program book ads, contact The Provident Bank’s Chuck Withee at [email protected]. For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/theprovidentbank or contact at the Link House, Inc. at 978.462.2595 x10.

MUSIC fESTAmesbury High School Performing

Arts on March 16th at 1pm at the Amesbury Senior Center. Join us with The Amesbury High School Jazz Band and the Amesbury High School Rhythmics – an a cappella singing group. These groups are under the direction of Dan Fijalkowski and Susanne Meyer.

GRECIAN NIGHT WITH GREAT CHEfS

The Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association will have “A Grecian Night with Great Chefs”. The date is Friday, March 16. Presenting sponsors are the Institution for Savings and the Newburyport Five Cent Savings Bank. Included in this 24th annual event are gourmet food tasting (6 to 8 p.m.) and live entertainment and dancing (8 to 10 p.m.). The culinary creations are courtesy of celebrated chefs from over twenty Greater Newburyport restaurants and caterers. The Stimulantes, a seasoned, high-energy Newburyport-based band, will provide the music. Once again, the Governor’s Academy, in Byfield, is graciously donating its facilities for the gala. Tickets are $65 per person. Great Chefs’ Night is the AJH Aid Association’s main fundraiser each year, with all proceeds supporting services at the hospital. For additional information, or to purchase tickets, please visit www.ajh.org, or call 978-463-1150.

10TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON fUNDRAISER

What began 10 years ago as a way to raise funds and awareness for the John Ashford Link House and its work with men and women with addiction has evolved into an anticipated annual community event and the most important fundraiser for the nonprofit organization. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the Link House, the 10th annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon will be held Friday, March 16, 2012 at 11:30am at the Masonic Temple in Newburyport. The community is invited to the traditional corned beef and cabbage lunch, served with a hearty helping of humor delivered by the area’s elected officials. A demonstration

of community camaraderie, nearly 250 guests and a who’s who of local and regional elected officials, and community and business leaders will attend the Link House St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon. St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon tickets are $35 and proceeds benefit the John Ashford Link House. To purchase tickets, contact Nicholas Costello at 978.462.2595 x15 or [email protected]; for sponsorships and program book ads, contact The Provident Bank’s Chuck Withee at [email protected]. For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/theprovidentbank or contact at the Link House, Inc. at 978.462.2595 x10.

SATURDAY, MARCH 17th

INDOOR YARD SALESaturday, March 17th, 9AM-2PM,

First United Methodist Church, 146 Main Street, Amesbury Support James _ Place Non-Profit Out-of-School Program 100% of the proceeds from the sale will go towards the Summer Field Trip Fund (978) 834 - 3009

SATURDAY MORNING BIRDINGWeekly trip with experienced

leaders in a search for avian activity in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. For beginners and birders of all skill levels. Saturday, March 17, 9:30–11:30 am Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Adults $10; Children ages 8 and up $7. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

MAPLE SUGAR TOURSugaring tours only will run on

Saturday and Sunday, March 17 & 18. Tour times are at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Tour the sanctuary’s sugar bush and learn how to identify a sugar maple tree, observe tapping and sap collection methods, discover how sap becomes syrup in the sugarhouse, and get a sweet taste of the final product. Tours last about an hour and run rain or shine. Warm up after your tour by the woodstove in the barn, where homemade soup and baked goods, maple sugar candy, books and gift items, plus the sanctuary’s own maple syrup, are available for sale. Tour fee: $9/adults, $8/children (no charge for children under 3). Discount for Mass Audubon members. For more information or to register for tours, call 978-887-9264.

PIZZAfESTIpswich Lions Club First PizzaFest

on March 17th noon to 3 P.M. at Ipswich High School- route 1A in Ipswich. The Ipswich Lions Club, famous for its annual ChowderFest, is celebrating it first PizzaFest. Join the Lions club and sample Pizzas from many local restaurants. Cast your vote for the PizzaFest favorite. Bring the whole family and enjoy great pizza, children’s games, music, raffles and prizes. Free eye exams are available at the LIONS EYEMOBILE. All proceeds go to local charities and Eye Research supported by the Lions Club. $10.00 admission for pizza, drinks and activities

TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE: HARBOR SEALS

Joppa Flats teacher Lisa Hutchings takes you and your family to the banks of the Merrimack River to see harbor seals. For families with children ages 7 and up. Saturday, March 17, noon-2:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.

$8 for children; $11 for adults. Pre-registration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.

NEW PERSPECTIVENew Perspective: A People’s Choice

reception for the Seacoast Artist Association March theme show “New Perspective” will be held Saturday, March 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Gallery, 225 Water St. in Exeter. Enjoy fresh points of view and meet local artists. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit runs through Friday, March 30. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Call 778-8856 or e-mail [email protected]. For directions, visit www.seacoastartist.org. The Seacoast Artist Association is a not-for-profit organization; 25 percent of sales go towards an annual scholarship for graduating high school students seeking a college education in the arts.

MERRIMAC DANCEBreak out your green and prepare to

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NEWBURYPORT – Why Weight? Complimentary Healthy Dinner and Fitness Workshop Presented by: Dr. Jennah Dieter, Clinical Nutritionist & Hannah Horton, Personal Trainer on Tuesday, March 27, at 6:30pm at Healthcare Complete, 260 Merrimac Street, Newburyport. Why Weight? Seating is Limited…Reserve your seat today! (978) 499-9355

------------------------------------------------------------NEWINGTON - Dr. Kuerstin Fordham-Macedo of Arsenault Family Chiropractic Center will be holding a luncheon workshop to talk about a new Fibromyalgia Solution. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder affecting approximately 10 million Americans, mostly women. The disorder can have profound physical, psychological, and mental effects on individuals and their families. The Center recently announced the addition of their Laser Healthcare Center using low-level laser therapy with pototonic energy that enhances cell regeneration, increases blood flow, and reduces inflammation to treat chronic pain and Fibromyalgia. If you have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia we invite you and your family members to join us on March 27th , 2012 from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM at the Whole Life Health Care, 100 Shattuck Way, in Newington, NH. Please call 603-964-1460 to reserve your seat before the registration deadline of March 22n, 2012. We look forward to seeing you. Visit us at www.arsenaultchiro.com

------------------------------------------------------------NORTH ANDOVER - Brooks School Summer Programs Open House March 24, 2012 2:00 – 4:00 Description: Join us for the Brooks School Summer Programs Open House to learn more about the great summer opportunities for children ages four through eighteen. Programs include the Brooks School Day Camp, Teen Quest, comp_camp@brooks, the Brooks Summer School and the Vogelsinger Soccer Camps and Academy. Come meet the Director, tour our facilities and enjoy refreshments while watching a multi-media presentation. We are an exceptional community that provides a variety of program options. Transportation and extended day also available. Visit us and see what fun we have in store this year. email: summerprograms@brooksschool website: http://summer.brooksschool.org Phone: 978-725-6253 Address: 1160 Great Pond Road North Andover, MA 01845

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY – Free Beginner’s Computer Classes for seniors offered at Rowley Public Library - Back by popular demand! Carol Soucy will be teaching a free class on basic computer skills for seniors age 50 and up this spring. Class meets on three consecutive Thursdays, March 29th, April 5th & 12th at the Rowley Public Library, 141 Main St. from 8:30 - 10 am. Students will learn about Windows, files and folders, creating documents in Microsoft Office, email and the Internet. Students should be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Call 978-948-2850 to register or for more information.

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY – Rowley Library Book Club April Selection - To celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month, the Rowley Library book club presents the Man Booker nominated author David Mitchell's book Black Swan Green. Considered to be one of the author's best novels to date, Black Swan Green follows a boy through Great Britain in the early 1980's. Please join in on the discussion on April 5th at the Rowley Public Library, 141 Main St. Copies are available at the library or can be reserved at http://rowley.mvlc.org

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY – Council on Aging Upcoming Trips - May 16, 2012 - Wednesday - Johnson & Wales - Gourmet lunch and demonstration. Enjoy this unique gourmet luncheon, along with wine tasting and food pairing demo. Following lunch we will go to the City of Providence for an informative session; July 17, 2012 - Tuesday - Mt. Washington Summit - A modern diesel train will transport us to the summit of Mt. Washington - See the weather station, gift shops, old time steam trains - enjoy our exclusive buffet luncheon at the Peppersass Restaurant. Call Rowley COA 978-948-7637 for more info and reservations.

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Rowley Public Library Book Donation Days – March 24th and April 28th. The Friends of the Rowley Public Library are getting ready for the annual Book and Bake Sale. We’ll be accepting donations of gently used Books, DVDs, and CDs on two Saturday mornings: March 24th and April 28th from 9:00am until Noon. Donations may be dropped off in the Library Meeting Room. We accept: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Art, Gardening, How-To, Cookbooks, Hardcover, Paperback, Children’s Books including picture books, Young Adult titles, DVDs and CDs in their original boxes. No textbooks, encyclopedias, digests, magazines or VHS tapes please! And Save the Date for the Rowley Library Book and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6 at the Rowley Public Library, rain or shine. Sponsored by the Friends of the Rowley Public Library, all proceeds benefit the Library. For more information or to volunteer for these events, please email [email protected], or call Pam Jacobson, Library Director, at 978-948-2850.

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - The Rowley Children’s Center – Open House – Thursday, March 22nd from 12:30 to 2:30 383 Main Street, Rowley. The Rowley Children’s Center is a developmentally appropriate private preschool. RCC offers a caring and nurturing environment, low child to teacher ratios and individualized attention. Our enrichment programs include but are not limited to: Sign Language; Yoga from Roots & Wings in Newbury, Music from The Music Connection in Danvers, as well as many community-connected Field Trips. Enrichment programs and many field trips are inclusive of our low tuition rates. Also available is a 25% sibling discount. Lunch Buddies and Extended Day available. Let us know your needs! Call the director, Nancy Garland-Wren at 978-948-7929 or email [email protected] RCC “Where families and friendships develop and your child’s learning is a fun and enriching experience.”

------------------------------------------------------------SALISBURY - Come support The Pettengill House on Friday, April 27, 2012 at Blue Ocean Music Hall in Salisbury from7 -11 P.M. featuring music by “Thomas Machine Works Band.” Join us for a night of music, fun, and dancing, all on behalf of local children and families in the Greater Newburyport area. Tickets are now on sale online at www.pettengillhouse.org.$50.00 ticket price includes live music, dancing, appetizers, silent and live auctions, and more! To sponsor this event or to purchase an Ad in our program book, please contact Tara Clifford, Program Coordinator, at (978) 463-8801 or [email protected].

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On Sunday, March 18 at 9:00am at the First Religious Society, the Documentaries and Discussion group will be reporting on the "Move to Amend" progress, both regionally and state-wide; will be preparing for the Documentaries and Discussion of March 21 - "Woman Troubles"; and will be forming a steering committee for a Greater Newburyport Forum.The First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport - Free and open to the public

MARCH PIZZA MADNESSNewburyport Rotary Club's March

Pizza Madness will take place on Sunday, March 18th from noon to 2 PM at Nock Middle School cafeteria. We invite 8-10 pizza vendors to participate in our event. The Club charges a $10 entrance fee and the participants can then sample pizza from the various local pizza shops. Prizes are awarded for best cheese pizza, best crust, best sauce and best specialty pizza. We also have a Kid's Choice and a People's Choice awards, voted by participants. Last year we served over 100 adults and children and we are hoping for a bigger event this year. Come join the all-you-can-eat fun! For more info, email [email protected]

EXHIBITIpswich Museum, 54 South Main

Street, Ipswich will be open Sundays, Now to March 25, from 2-4 pm for the return of Lucy Myers and Terri Unger’s book and exhibit, “People & Place: Oral Histories and Portraits of Ipswich Seniors.” Each week includes a guest photographer, guest senior, storytelling at 3 pm, treasure hunt and more. An added feature will be a collection of “A Few of my Favorite Things”, or special objects that are emblematic of the lives of some of the seniors in the exhibit. Signed copies of the book are available for purchase. First floor Museum rooms will be open for viewing. Call 978-356-2811 for information or visit www.ipswichmuseum.org. Free to members and children, $7/non-members and $5/seniors.

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THE ARC AND LOCAL PAC’S SPONSOR TRANSITION SERIES

The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport and the Parent Advisory Councils of Amesbury, Georgetown, Newburyport, Pentucket and Triton will be offering a series of workshop on Transition to Adulthood for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The transition students will make from school to adult life in the community is a long journey. This journey can be difficult for anyone, but for a child with a disability, determining where to go, the best way to get there, and then completing the journey can be especially challenging. It is important for parents and professionals that support them to understand the Federal and State laws that guide these important steps. The four part Transition to Adulthood Series begins on Tuesday, March 20th and will provide informational speakers on Transition Planning with your IEP Team, the role and eligibility process for Department of Developmental Services and Mass Rehabilitation Commission services, options for living and working after school and, resources for legal and financial planning including guardianship, benefits and estate planning. Sessions will be held at Newburyport High School and the RAN Middle School. There is no charge for these workshops, however pre-

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The Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation, in conjunction with the City of Amesbury, invites you to attend a public forum on the Lower Millyard Redevelopment Project on Wednesday, March 21st beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall Auditorium, 62 Friend Street, Amesbury. Come hear how the City and private developers are working together to redevelop this important area of Amesbury. Representatives from the Mayor's Office, the Office of Economic Development and the Department of Public Works will be on hand to present their plans and answer questions from the audience. This event is free and open to the public. The Amesbury Chamber of Commerce and Industrial Foundation is organized to advance the economic and social well-being of Amesbury, by active service to its members and the community, fostering vibrant economic development, and assuming a leadership role in making Amesbury a better place to live, work and play.

WEDNESDAY EVENING LECTUREIpswich Museum, 54 South Main

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Other than the standard antibiotic treatment for Lyme disease, there are also many “alternative” treatments out there. It seems to me that when there are multiple “alternative” treatments to things, where some people show improvement and others do not, the disease itself is not very well understood. I believe this is the case with Lyme disease.

I had a patient recently ask me to review some information about a treatment she is ready to start to battle the symptoms she has from Lyme disease. The process is basically to detoxify the body of heavy metals, including mercury. If you look at stuff on the web about this it brings up the well-known silver/mercury filling debate. Here is an excerpt from one of the websites I found:

“Mercury amalgams are about 55% mercury, and the government makes dentists handle them like nuclear reactor material before it goes into the mouth, and when it comes out of the mouth they have to handle it in the same way, in a bio-hazardous container. But the American Dental Association still tells the dentists and the patients that it's safe when it's inside your head. And I think that's oxymoronic. It doesn't even make sense.

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considered bio-hazard containers. There's a device called a mercury vapor analyzer, a device that can be stuck in your mouth after you chew a piece of gum, and it can show you how much mercury is coming off your gum every time you chew. But a lot of people who use that vapor device find that the mercury content in their mouth exceeds the Environmental Protection Agency's recommendation for safe air.”

There is no published scientific data that I am aware of that shows that removal of silver fillings from your mouth cures anything. Having said that, I have not used the material for over 12 years for basically the same reasons that are described in the quote above.

As far as the Lyme disease issue goes, my recommendation is not to get Lyme disease. It seems that Lyme disease is not well understood. For my patient, and anyone who continues to have symptoms after conventional antibiotic treatment, I guess I would try any alternative treatment that seemed reasonable with little risk.

Dr. St. Clair maintains a private dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport dedicated to health-centered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you would like to see written about or questions you have please email them to him at [email protected]. You can view all previously written columns at www.dentalhealthforlife.com.

By J. Peter St. Clair, DMD

I love working outside. Whether it be mowing the lawn or cleaning up brush in the woods, doing outside manual labor is “therapy” for me. However, I have also grown petrified of contracting Lyme disease.

I have seen a steady increase in the number of my patients who say they have contracted Lyme disease. Most of these people said they had the classic “bulls-eye” rash, went on antibiotics for a couple of weeks and were done with it. I have also had other patients who are dealing with long-term issues associated with Lyme disease. Most of the data I found agreed that the success of treating Lyme disease is higher the sooner it is identified and treated. The same data also noted that misdiagnosis of Lyme disease is very high, which often delays treatment.

I think it is pretty safe to say that Lyme disease is bad news. Lyme disease is a multi-system inflammatory disease that affects many of the systems in the body, including the brain. It is most commonly thought to be acquired

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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My husband, 46, died suddenly and unexpectedly from a heart attack. An autopsy showed that he died from what the doctor said was a minor heart attack. How does a minor heart attack kill? It was major for him and me. -- C.C. ANSWER: The pathologist who performed the autopsy must have found that only a small section of heart was involved, and only a small heart artery was obstructed. Minor heart attacks can lead to major complications, including death. They can generate abnormal heartbeats, so abnormal that the heart's pumping action stops.

You have my deepest sympathy.The booklet on heart attacks

explains why they happen and how they're prevented. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 102W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check

or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I want to get rid of a lot of expired medicines. I have heard that flushing them down the toilet or putting them in the garbage will make them end up in our drinking water. What is the proper solution? -- M.S.ANSWER: Different government agencies have different recommendations for medicine disposal. Congress is trying to resolve those differences.

First, check with your drugstore to see if it has a program to dispose of medicines; many do. Also check with your town, county or state to see if it has "take-back" programs. Many do.If you can't find a facility that accepts old medicines, mix them with coffee grounds, sawdust, kitty

litter or similar materials (making them less appealing for children or pets to eat), seal them in a plastic bag and put them in your trash.

A few drugs ought to be flushed down the toilet or the sink. These drugs are mostly powerful painkillers, like morphine, fentanyl, oxycodone and Demerol. They pose a danger to children, pets and even adults if accidentally ingested. This advice comes from the Food and Drug Administration. You can find the complete list at www.fda.gov.

Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is pleased to announce the “Slow the Flow” campaign and grant program. This program offers landowners $500-$1000 each to make lawns and landscaping more environmentally friendly. Landowners must contribute at least 50% of the project costs. Projects in Newburyport, Newbury, Rowley, West Newbury or Ipswich will be given priority consideration. Five to 10 grants will be awarded, including one Low Impact Development project for up to $2,500. The deadline for application is April 20, 2012 and awards will be announced May 4. Examples of eligible projects include those that will reduce impervious surfaces, create rain gardens and native landscaping buffers, or convert lawn care from conventional to organic methods. To read the full grant announcement and fill out the application, please visit: www.PIESlowTheFlow.com.

A kick-off workshop is scheduled for Saturday, March 31 from 9am to 3pm at the Refuge Headquarters at 6 Plum Island Turnpike in Newburyport. The Workshop will address why the Great Marsh needs our help, and what North Shore residents can do to protect their watershed. Please see www.PIESlowTheFlow.com for more details about this info-packed event. The workshop is free, but there is a $10 fee to cover lunch. Please contact the Refuge at 978-465-5753 to reserve your seat.

The Great Marsh is largely protected as conservation land and continues to provide numerous natural, recreational, and cultural resources. However, the landscape surrounding the Great Marsh is getting more developed, and it is being assaulted by numerous threats. “More and more water is being withdrawn out of the rivers that flow into Plum Island Sound. Every year, there’s more paved surfaces in the watershed, which increases storm water runoff and pollutants,” says Graham Taylor, Refuge Manager. “With climate change, we can expect more extreme weather. Storms will be more frequent and intense, leading to more flooding and pollution. Our summers will be hotter and drier, leading to water shortages.” At the Workshop, participants will learn from local experts about what actions they can take to protect the watershed from these threats.

“I’ve lived and worked in the Great Marsh for almost a decade, and everyone I’ve met has shared great memories of exploring beaches, tide pools, kayaking, fishing, hunting, or enjoying the local clams and farm vistas. The Great Marsh is an integral part of our communities;” says Nancy Pau, Wildlife Biologist at Parker River NWR, “that’s why I think we all need to do our part to protect the Great Marsh for our children.”

Parker River NWR is the largest conserved land in the Great Marsh, protecting over 4,700 acres. The Refuge is managed by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and is part of a national network of land and water protected specifically for wildlife. Our mission is to work with partners to conserve wildlife and their habitats for the enjoyment of current and future generations of Americans.

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The Bald Eagle was chosen June 20, 1782 as the emblem of the United States of American, because of its long life, great strength and majestic looks. It was then believed to exist only on this continent.

On the backs of our gold coins, the silver dollar, the half dollar and the quarter, we see an eagle with outspread wings. On the Great Seal of the United States and in many places which are exponents of our nation's authority we see the same emblem.

The eagle represents freedom. Living as he does on the tops of lofty mountains, amid the solitary grandeur of nature, he has unlimited freedom, whether with strong pinions he sweeps into the valleys below, or upward into the boundless spaces beyond.

It is said the eagle was used as a national emblem because, at one of the first battles of the Revolution (which occurred early in the morning) the noise of the struggle awoke the sleeping eagles on the heights and they flew from their nests and circled about over the heads of the fighting men, all the while giving vent to their raucous cries. "They are shrieking for Freedom," said the patriots. Thus the eagle, full of the boundless spirit of freedom, living above the valleys, strong and powerful in his might, has become the national emblem of a country that offers freedom in word and thought and an opportunity for a full and free expansion into the boundless space of the future." Maude M. Grant

When the great seal of the United States was adopted The Great Seal shows a wide-spread eagle, faced front, having on his breast a shield with thirteen perpendicular red and white stripes, surmounted by a blue field with the same number of stars. In his right talon the eagle holds an olive branch, in his left a bundle of thirteen arrows, and in his beak he carries a scroll inscribed with the motto: "E Pluribus Unum." The eagle appears in the Seals of many of our States, on most coins, and is used a great deal for decorative and patriotic purposes.


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“Take me home! Cuddle me! Please!” Dori is the sweetest little girl, she just begs you to like her and rub her tummy. Dori’s enthusiasm for mealtime shows through; we’re convinced she dreams of kibble when she sleeps. Found as a stray she gets along well with other dogs so if you already have a dog they may hit it off. Dori’s looking forward to having a family to love. What do you say?

Saturday, March 17th ABRA will be hosting a ‘meet and greet’at Little Critters in Raymond, NH from 10am to 1pm.

Birds In Our NeighborhoodCottage Road, Newbury:

Northern ShrikeLower Artichoke, West

Newbury: Common MerganserFerry Road, Salisbury: Hooded

MerganserVarious Areas in Hamilton:

Canada Goose, Mallard, American Woodcock

Patmos Road, Rowley: American Woodcock, Barred Owl

Indian Hill Reservation, West Newbury: Eastern Bluebird

VFW Marsh, Ipswich: American Wigeon, American Black Duck, American Black Duck x Mallard (hybrid), Mallard, Northern Flicker, American Crow, Song Sparrow

Route 95, Boxford: Turkey Vulture

Kenoza Lake Area, Haverhill: Canvasback, Lesser Scaup, Common Merganser, Ruddy Duck, American Coot

Moulton Street, Newburyport: American Robin, Dark-eyed Junco, Cooper's Hawk, American Tree Sparrow, White-breasted Nuthatch, Red-winged Blackbird

Hampton Beach State Park, Hampton, NH: Horned Lark

Cherry Hill Reservior, West Newbury: Canvasback, Belted Kingfisher, Ruddy Duck, Ring-necked Duck, Song Sparrow

Carriagetown Marketplace, Amesbury: Red-tailed Hawk, Turkey Vulture

Various Areas in Groveland: Wood Duck, American Woodcock

Salisbury Town Pier: Peregrine

Falcon, Common Goldeneye, Mallard, Rock Pigeon

Spring Lane, Newburyport: Bald Eagle, Peregrine Falcon

Andrew's Point, Rockport: Common Eider, Harlequin Duck, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Red-throated Loon, Common Loon , Red-necked Grebe, Northern Gannet, Great Cormorant, Black-legged Kittiwake, Ring-billed Gull, Herring Gull, 'Kumlien's' Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Common Murre, Thick-billed Murre, Razorbill, Black Guillemot

Ipswich River, Ipswich: Wood Duck, Mallard

Emery Lane, West Newbury: White-breasted Nuthatch

Lake Attitash, Amesbury: Bald Eagle, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Hooded Merganser, American Goldfinch, Black-capped Chickadee,

Blue Jay, Northern Cardinal, Common Grackle, Dark-eyed Junco, Downy Woodpecker, European Starling, House Sparrow,Red-bellied Woodpecker, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Red-winged Blackbird, American Robin, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch

Andrews Point to Gloucester: Common Loon, Wild Turkey, Ring-necked Duck, American Coot, King Eider, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Purple Sandpiper, Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Razorbill, Black Guillemot

Merrimack River, Lawrence: Common Merganser, Bufflehead, Red-tailed Hawk, Peregrine Falcon

Eagle and Deer Islands, Amesbury/Salisbury: Common Loon, Great Cormorant, Bald Eagle, Common Goldeneye, Red-tailed Hawk

Nevins Bird Sanctuary, Methuen: Great Horned Owl

Ash Street Swamp, West Newbury: Red-winged Blackbird, Common Grackle

Plum Island: Lapland Longspur, Long-tailed Duck, Redhead, Ruddy Duck, Killdeer, Purple Sandpiper, Black-legged Kittiwake, Snowy Owl, Blue Jay, Song Sparrow, Tufted Titmouse, Snow Bunting, Common Grackle, Red-winged Blackbird

New Hampshire Seacoast: Barrow's Goldeneye, Common Eider, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, Red-throated Loon, Common Loon, Horned Grebe, Red-necked Grebe, Sanderling, Dunlin, Razorbill, Black Guillemot, Cape May Warbler

New England Biolabs, Ipswich: Canada Goose, Mallard, American Crow, Red-winged Blackbird

This column is compiled by Sue McGrath of Newburyport Birders which offers birding educational opportunities. It's motto is: Observe, Appreciate, Identify." "Please report your sightings to [email protected] or call 978-462-4785 or log on to newburyportbirders.com

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& Microchipping Identification for dogs and cats on Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Look for the Catmobile in the Tom's Discount Parking Lot at 175 Elm Street (Route 110), Salisbury, MA 01952. $5.00 for Rabies Vaccines $20.00 for Microchip Identification. For more information call: 978-462-0760

----------------------------------------------------SALISBURY - The Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley will speak out against Bullying on April 7th with an Anti-Bullying Jamboree. 20 Boys & Girls Clubs from Massachusetts and New Hampshire will participate in this event. The Jamboree Features a live band “Steel Fingers” and also many fun activities are planned such as an Anti-Bullying poster contest, Anti-Bullying videos, and Interactive computer activities on bullying in our tech center. Guests will also be able to team up with youth from other Clubs and show off their team work in our new Interactive Zone, X360 Kinect. Participants will receive an Anti-Bullying T-shirt and wristband and many other items throughout the day. The jamboree will also feature guest speakers who will talk to the youth on the harmful and lasting effects bullying can have. Sheriff Frank Cousins will be the keynote speaker. The youth will learn what to do if they are being bullied and how to put a stop to bullying. This jamboree is part of the club’s Anti-Bullying Program called “Bullying…It Really Hurts!” This Jamboree will be a fun and informative event for all participants. All participants will be entered in a raffle for a Rob Gronkowski autographed football and 2 pairs of Celtic tickets. Many local businesses have stepped up to sponsor this event to see that bullying prevention is happening. These businesses are Pentucket Medical Associates, Preferred Movers, Connie’s Stage Coach, Coca-Cola, Papa Ginos, Flat Bread Pizza, Hobos Café, Simons Pizza, The Smith Family and the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley. We are still looking for sponsors for this event. Contact Gene Dion Director of Operations at the club at 978-462-7003.

----------------------------------------------------SALISBURY - Salisbury COA Hilton Senior Center 43 Lafayette Rd Salisbury is open to all and presents the following opportunities. To register or for more information call the Hilton Center at 978-462-2412 Watercolor Painting Class, Thursday, March 22nd @ Noon – Paint a different scene each month with watercolor and bring home your finished painting. Everything you need to paint your picture will be supplied. Watercolor painting Coach, W. E. Duke (Bill) will be providing the class instruction. Cost is only $20. No prior experience is necessary. Pre-registration required, please call 978-462-2412. Zumba Gold, Wednesdays @ 9:00am – Low impact, Latin inspired dance that is easy to follow. Combination of fitness and dance moves on swinging Latin music. Designed to take the easy dance rhythms created in the original Zumba and bring them to seniors. No pre-registration required. Zumba Toning, Fridays @ 8:30am – Build strength and tone, can use toning sticks or small weights. No pre-registration required.

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In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A, the Rowley Protective Zoning Bylaw, and the Rowley Planning Board Rules and Regulations, the Rowley Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, Rowley, MA, relative to Applications for Approval of a Site Plan and Special Permit. The Applicants/Owners are John and Karen Gorman, 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA 01969. The Applications for Approval of a Site Plan and Special Permit are for the construction of a 72’ X 120’ wooden frame structure with metal sides and a metal roof; said wooden framed structure is to be used for dog training at 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA, Assessors’ Map 16, Block 66. The application, plans, and relative docu-ments are on file with the Rowley Planning Board and are available for public inspec-tion at the Rowley Planning Board Office, Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, during public office hours

Curtis H. BryantChairman

LEGAL NOTICEIn accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A, the Rowley Protective Zoning Bylaw, and the Rowley Planning Board Rules and Regulations, the Rowley Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, Rowley, MA, relative to an Application for an Amendment to an Approved Site Plan. The Applicant/Owner is Parker River Com-munity Preschool LLC, 12 Hillside Road, Ipswich, MA 01938. The Application for an Amendment to an Approved Site Plan is for the construction of a 1,150 s.f. addition to be used for office space, storage space, and a small classroom enlargement at 181 Main Street, Rowley, MA, Assessors’ Map 25, Block 41. The application, plans, and rela-tive documents are on file with the Rowley Planning Board, and are available for public inspection at the Rowley Planning Board Office, Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, during public office hours.


LEGAL NOTICEIn accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A, the Rowley Protective Zoning Bylaw, and the Rowley Planning Board Rules and Regulations, the Rowley Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, Rowley, MA, relative to Applications for Approval of a Site Plan and Special Permit. The Applicants/Owners are John and Karen Gorman, 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA 01969. The Applications for Approval of a Site Plan and Special Permit are for the construction of a 72’ X 120’ wooden frame structure with metal sides and a metal roof; said wooden framed structure is to be used for dog training at 103 Haverhill Street, Rowley, MA, Assessors’ Map 16, Block 66. The application, plans, and relative docu-ments are on file with the Rowley Planning Board and are available for public inspec-tion at the Rowley Planning Board Office, Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, during public office hours


LEGAL NOTICEIn accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40A, the Rowley Protective Zoning Bylaw, and the Rowley Planning Board Rules and Regulations, the Rowley Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, Rowley, MA, relative to an Application for an Amendment to an Approved Site Plan. The Applicant/Owner is Parker River Com-munity Preschool LLC, 12 Hillside Road, Ipswich, MA 01938. The Application for an Amendment to an Approved Site Plan is for the construction of a 1,150 s.f. addition to be used for office space, storage space, and a small classroom enlargement at 181 Main Street, Rowley, MA, Assessors’ Map 25, Block 41. The application, plans, and rela-tive documents are on file with the Rowley Planning Board, and are available for public inspection at the Rowley Planning Board Office, Town Hall Annex, 39 Central Street, during public office hours.


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Library display for April

Rowley Grange has been busy

planning out a display for the

Rowley Public Library

showcase. April is Grange

month. Tiara Sabatini and

Kelly Herrick are in the

process of making the display.

It is great to see the youth

taking an interest in Grange

projects. Ethan Young spoke

recently on his trip to France

during the past summer.

There are a number of

contests and activities

sponsored by the

Massachusetts State Grange

for youth, and adults alike.

The State Grange Agriculture

& Environmental Committee

runs coloring contests for the

kids, a Farm photo contest,

Young Agriculturist, and a

Grange Display contest.

Coming up in April is the

Grange Talent and Public

Speaking Contest. On that

same day there is also a Sign-

A-Song contest, & a bake-off.

The Youth Committee also

offers a number of contests

for youth Grange members

and activities such as a

bowling competition and a

drill team. The Educational

Aid committee provides

opportunities for youth to

apply for scholarships and low

interest loans.

Grange Member Recognized

for Work in Medical Field

Terry Stubbs, the President

and CEO of ActivMed, was

recognized as “Health Care

Business of the Year 2011.”

The award was presented at

the February breakfast

meeting of the Haverhill

Chamber of Commerce. Terry

has managed over 500 clinical

trials in the past 21 years.

She has been a member of

Rowley Grange for 25 years.

ActivMed has offices in

Newington, NH and Haverhill,

MA.

Grange Supper, March 28th

Rowley Grange will be having

it first supper of the 2012

year on March 28th. The

menu features turkey pie and

all the fixings. Make your

reservations as soon as

possible as this supper is

popular. To Go dinners are

also available.

Scholarship Time

For those Rowley resident

high school seniors, who are

planning to continue their

education beyond high

school, now is the time to

think about getting your

scholarship applications. The

Triton Regional High School

Guidance office will have

information. Students going

to high school out of district

or being home schooled

should inquire at Triton.

In the Planning Stages

Rowley Grange is planning

another breakfast for the

Bradstreet Farm Gardeners.

On June 6th, there will be a

Reunion Night for the 2006-

2011 recipients of the Sarah

Wallace Peabody Scholarships

and we are encouraging all

who received a scholarship

during those years to visit

with us.

Degrees to Be Performed

The 3rd and 4th degrees of the

Grange will be performed at

Laurel Grange in West

Newbury on March 23rd.

Members who have only seen

the obligation ceremony are

encouraged to attend

ROWLEY GRANGE NOTES…

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 21st – Program to be announced

Meeting at 7:30 at Library

April 4th – Pot Luck Supper @ Grange Hall

Meeting at 7:30

Origin of “April Fools”

April 16th – Meeting at 7:30 @ Grange Hall

Hobby Night

Next Grange supper is Turkey Pie

On the 4th Wednesday in March

March 28th, 2012

SUPPER NOTES: Reservations are encouraged. Call 978-

948-2635 or 978-948-7288. Give your name, the number in

your party and the time of seating. To go dinners are also

available. Reservations provide a $1 off your supper

donation.

Rowley Grange helps the community – won’t you join us?Rowley Grange, 29 Central St., P.O. Box 49, Rowley, MA 01969

Hall phone: 978-948-7288

This is the official trademarked

emblem of the Grange.

The Grange name has been

trademarked since 1867.

Library display for April

Rowley Grange has been busy

planning out a display for the

Rowley Public Library

showcase. April is Grange

month. Tiara Sabatini and

Kelly Herrick are in the

process of making the display.

It is great to see the youth

taking an interest in Grange

projects. Ethan Young spoke

recently on his trip to France

during the past summer.

There are a number of

contests and activities

sponsored by the

Massachusetts State Grange

for youth, and adults alike.

The State Grange Agriculture

& Environmental Committee

runs coloring contests for the

kids, a Farm photo contest,

Young Agriculturist, and a

Grange Display contest.

Coming up in April is the

Grange Talent and Public

Speaking Contest. On that

same day there is also a Sign-

A-Song contest, & a bake-off.

The Youth Committee also

offers a number of contests

for youth Grange members

and activities such as a

bowling competition and a

drill team. The Educational

Aid committee provides

opportunities for youth to

apply for scholarships and low

interest loans.

Grange Member Recognized

for Work in Medical Field

Terry Stubbs, the President

and CEO of ActivMed, was

recognized as “Health Care

Business of the Year 2011.”

The award was presented at

the February breakfast

meeting of the Haverhill

Chamber of Commerce. Terry

has managed over 500 clinical

trials in the past 21 years.

She has been a member of

Rowley Grange for 25 years.

ActivMed has offices in

Newington, NH and Haverhill,

MA.

Grange Supper, March 28th

Rowley Grange will be having

it first supper of the 2012

year on March 28th. The

menu features turkey pie and

all the fixings. Make your

reservations as soon as

possible as this supper is

popular. To Go dinners are

also available.

Scholarship Time

For those Rowley resident

high school seniors, who are

planning to continue their

education beyond high

school, now is the time to

think about getting your

scholarship applications. The

Triton Regional High School

Guidance office will have

information. Students going

to high school out of district

or being home schooled

should inquire at Triton.

In the Planning Stages

Rowley Grange is planning

another breakfast for the

Bradstreet Farm Gardeners.

On June 6th, there will be a

Reunion Night for the 2006-

2011 recipients of the Sarah

Wallace Peabody Scholarships

and we are encouraging all

who received a scholarship

during those years to visit

with us.

Degrees to Be Performed

The 3rd and 4th degrees of the

Grange will be performed at

Laurel Grange in West

Newbury on March 23rd.

Members who have only seen

the obligation ceremony are

encouraged to attend

ROWLEY GRANGE NOTES…

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 21st – Program to be announced

Meeting at 7:30 at Library

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THE BARN PUB & GRILLE www.thebarnpub.com 5 Ring Street, 978-388-8700Wed 3/14: Seacoast Dart AssociationFri 3/16: Luck of the Draw dart tournamentTue 3/20: Northeast Dart Association

MILL 77 TRADING COMPANYwww.mill77.com77 Elm StreetSun 3/18: Michael Fioretti, 12-3pm

MURPHY’S RIVERSIDE Find them on Facebook 37 Main St., 978-834-0020 Thu 3/15: KaraokeFri 3/16: Mother Ton, 9:15pm-12:35amMon 3/12: Game Night

Beverly FIBBER McGEE'S Find them on Facebook 108 Cabot St., 978-232-0180 Wed 3/14: KaraokeThu 3/15: DJFri 3/16: DJSat 3/17: DJ/Live MusicMon 3/18: Trivia, 7:30pm

THE PICKLED ONIONwww.pickledonionbeverly.com355 Rantoul St., 978-232-3973Wed 3/14: Karaoke w/J Dubz, 10pmThu 3/15: DJ Max Baun, 10pm-1amFri 3/16: Tobin & Leahy, 5-9pmMon 3/19: Stump Trivia, 5-10pmEssexTHE FARM BAR & GRILLEwww.farmbargrille.com 233 Western Ave., 978-768-0000Fri 3/16: Now & ThenSat 3/17: St. Patty’s Day Party

ONE WORLD COFFEE HOUSE @ FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCHwww.uuessex.org59 Main St, 978-768-3690Sat 3/17: Tom O’Carroll, 8pm, $15

GeorgetownCOACH'S ROCK POND PUBwww.therockpond.com206 W. Main St., 978-769-5128Sat 3/17: Mystic River Band, 8-11pmSun 3/18: Elijah Clark, 4-7pm

KEON'S @ THE BLACK SWAN COUNTRY CLUB www.facebook.com/keonsblackswancountryclub

258 Andover St., 978-352-2900Wed 3/20: Trivia, 7-9pm

Haverhill CHIT CHAT LOUNGE www.chitchatlounge.com 103 Washington St., 978-374-9710 Wed 3/14: KaraokeThu 3/15: Merrimack Delta ClubFri 3/16: DJ Julian; SupernaultSat 3/17: Crazy MaggieSun 3/18: Nick GoumasTue 3/20: Open Mic

MAL’S LOUNGE @ GEORGE’S RESTAURANT www.malslounge.com 77 Washington St., 978-374-5150 Thu 3/15: Downtown Charlie, 8pm-12amFri 3/16: Roy Barboza

THE PEDDLER’S DAUGHTERwww.thepeddlersdaughter.com45 Wingate Street, 978-372-9555Thu 3/15: Erinn Brown duo, 9pm-12amSat 3/17: Live Irish Music All day & night

THE TAP/LIMELIGHT LOUNGE www.tapbrewpub.com 100 Washington St., 978-374-1117 Wed 3/14: Stump Trivia, 8:30pmThu 3/15: Karaoke, 9pmFri 3/16: Square Songs, Humana, Doses, 9:30pm-12:30amSat 3/17: Wild Maple & DJ

MerrimacNEW OLD OAKFind them on Facebook74 E. Main St., 978-346-9997Thu 3/20: Ladies Night & 45s

Newburyport DAVID’S TAVERN @ THE GARRISON INN www.davidstavern.com 11 Brown Sq., 978-462-8077Thu 3/15: Tom Courtney, 7-10pmFri 3/16: Starshyne, 8-11pmSat 3/17: Rewinder, 6-9pm; Aiden’s Clan, 9:30-11:30pmSun 3/18: Linda Pouliot, 6:30-9:30pm

GLENN’S RESTAURANTwww.glennsrestaurant.com44 Merrimac St., 978-465-3811Sun 3/18: Dave Sag’s Atomic Cocktail, 6-9pm

THE GROG www.thegrog.com 13 Middle St., 978-465-8008

Wed 3/14: Open Mic w/Paul Prue, 8-11pmThu 3/15: Maganahan’s Revival, 8pm-12:30am, $3Fri 3/16: Cry Uncle, 9:30pm-12:15am, $5Sat 3/17: Joppa Flats, 9:30pm-12:15am, $5Sun 3/18: Parker Wheeler’s Blues Party, 7-11pm, $7Mon 3/19: Comedy Open Mic, 7:30-9:30pmTue 3/20: Steve Spungin

MICHAEL’S HARBORSIDE RESTAURANTwww.michaelsharborside.com1 Tournament Wharf, 978-462-7785Thu 3/15: Trivia, 7pmSat 3/17: Don’t Call Me Shirley, 7pm

THE PORT TAVERN www.theporttavern.com 84 State St., 978-465-1006Wed 3/14: Irish Seisuin w/Eamon CoyneThu 3/15: Ronan & Matt, 4:30-7:30pmFri 3/16: Adam Payne, 9pm-12amSat 3/17: Jolly Rogues, 11:30am-2pmTue 3/20: Stump Trivia, 8-10pm

TEN CENTER STREETwww.tencenterstreet.com 10 Center St., 978-462-6652Wed 3/14: Phil McGowan Jazz Quartet, 7-10pm

Salem43 CHURCHhttp://43church.com43 Church St., 978-745-7665Fri 3/16: Glass Onion

FINZ SEAFOOD & GRILL www.hipfinz.com 76 Wharf St., Pickering Wharf, 978-744-8485Thu 3/15: Groove Authority, 8-11pmFri 3/16: Savage Tanners, 9pm-12amSat 3/17: Connor Shanhan, 9pm-12am

THE GREEN LAND CAFÉ www.thegreenlandcafe.com 87 Washington St., 978-744-7766 Fri 3/16: Larry & the Bluecasters, 9pm-12amMon 3/19: Julie Dougherty, 8-11pm

THE GULU GULU CAFÉ www.gulu-gulu.com 247 Essex St., 978-740-8882 Wed 3/14: Open Mic, 8pm (sign-up 7:30pm)Thu 3/15: Kevin Ilacqua's Art Opening w/music by Jeff Gately, 7pmFri 3/16: Dan Blakeslee, 8pmSat 3/17: Birdface, 8pm

HOWLING WOLF TAQUERIAwww.feedyourwolf.com76 Lafayette St., 978-744-9653Thu 3/15: System Soul, 9pm-12amFri 3/16: Carl Johnson, 9pm-12amSat 3/17: Delvis, 9pm-12am

Sun 3/18: Steve Spungin, 6pm

IN A PIG’S EYE www.inapigseye.com 148 Derby St., 978-741-4436Wed 3/14: Coffee House w/Julie DoughertyThu 3/15: Matt McKayFri 3/16: Blues JamSat 3/17: Sit Down BabySun 3/18: Zeke MartinMon 3/19: Open Mic w/Orville Giddings

O'NEILL'S PUB www.oneillsofsalem.com 120 Washington St., 978-740-8811Wed 3/14: Sports Trivia, 5-10pmThu 3/15: DJ Sap, 11pm-12:30amFri 3/16: Live Irish Music, 6-9pm; DJ Sap, 10pm-12:30amSat 3/17: Irish Music, 6-9pmTue 3/20: Trivia, 8-10pm

PEM | PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM www.pem.org 161 Essex St., East India

Sq., 978-745-9500 Wed 3/14: PEM Pals, 10:30aThu 3/15: Members-Only Gallery Talk, 9:30-10:30amFri 3/16: Climate Changes Come to Thoreau’s World, 7:45-9pm; Boston Arts Ensemble, 8pmSun 3/18: Cloud Factory, 2-3pm

ROCKAFELLASwww.rockafellasofsalem.com231 Essex St, 978-745-2411Wed 3/14: Latin Dance Party, 8-11:30pmFri 3/16: MugsySat 3/17: Lisa Love Experience

SALEM THEATRE COMPANYwww.salemtheatre.com90 Lafayette St., 978-790-8546Thu 3/15: Adam Bock’s “Swimming in the Shadows”, 7:30pm, $12-22Fri 3/16: Adam Bock’s

“Swimming in the Shadows”, 7:30pm, $12-22Sat 3/17: Adam Bock’s “Swimming in the Shadows”, 7:30pm, $12-22Sun 3/18: Adam Bock’s “Swimming in the Shadows”, 3pm, $12-22

SCRATCH KITCHENwww.scratchkitchensalem.com245 Derby St., 978-741-2442Thu 3/15: Michael Mazola, 6-9pm

VICTORIA STATION/VIC’s BOATHOUSEwww.victoriastationsalem.com86 Wharf St., 978-745-3400Wed 3/14: Karaoke w/Bobby V, 9pm-12amThu 3/15: Open Mic w/Nick Consone, 9pm-12amFri 3/16: House DJ, 9pm-12amSat 3/17: The Jackleg Preachers, 9pm-12am

Salisbury

BLUE OCEAN MUSIC HALL www.blueoceanhall.com 4 Oceanfront North, 978-463-9222Thu 3/15: The Dan Morgan Band, 7:30pm, $7Fri 3/16: Joshua Tree, 8pm, $15Sat 3/170: Recycled Percussion, 4pm & 8pm, $25

CAPRI SEASIDE ITALIAN GRILLwww.capriseaside.com3 Central Ave., 978-462-7543Thu 3/15: Trivia, 8pm

CAROUSEL LOUNGE www.carousel-lounge.com 20 Oceanfront, 978-465-9045Sat 3/17: King Karaoke, 8:30pm

HOBO'S CAFÈ & LOUNGE www.chefhowieshobocafe.com

5 Broadway, 978-465-4626Wed 3/14: Karaoke & Dance, 6pmThu 3/15 Karaoke Contest & Dance, 8:30pmMon 3/19: Karaoke & Dance, 6pm

SEAGLASS RESTAURANTwww.seaglassoceanside.com4 Oceanfront North, 978.462.5800Thu 3/15: The Jumpstreet Jazz Duo, 6-9pmFri 3/16: Billy Glynn, 7-10pmSat 3/17: Yvonne Aubert, 7-10pm

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THE BARLEY PUBwww.barleypub.com328 Central Ave., 603-742-4226Wed 3/14: Fancy Trash, 9pmThu 3/15: Steve Roy’s Bluegrass JamFri 3/16: Chris Fitz, 8pmSat 3/17: People Skills, 9pmSun 3/18: Mike Stockbridge, 8pmMon 3/19: Zach’s Trivia, 8pm

THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NH www.childrens-museum.org 6 Washington Street, 603-742-2002Thu 3/15: Alzheimer’s Café, 2-4pmSun 3/18: Mini Iron Chef Challenge

DOVER BRICKHOUSE www.doverbrickhouse.com 2 Orchard St., 603-749-3838Wed 3/14: Cash is King, 6pmThu 3/15: Pitch Black Ribbons, 9pmFri 3/16: Genuine Rust, The Pickerton Thugs, The Swaggerin Growlers, 9pmSat 3/17: Gazpacho, 9pmSun 3/18: Rockstar Karaoke & DJ Erich Kruger, 10pm

FURY’S PUBLICK HOUSE www.furyspublickhouse.com 1 Washington St., 603-617-3633Wed 3/14: Roots, Rhythm, & DubThu 3/15: Erin’s GuildFri 3/16: SuperfrogSat 3/17: Erin’s GuildSun 3/18: Far From FinishedMon 3/19: Trivia, 9pm-12amTue 3/20: Tim Theriault & Friends, 9pm-12am

KELLEY’S ROW RESTAURANT www.kelleysrow.com 421 Central Ave., 603-750-7081 Wed 3/14: Stump Trivia, 6-11pmFri 3/16: Bradigan, 8-11:30pmSat 3/17: Bradigan, 12-3pm; Hopeless duo, 4-7pm; Pete Finkle, 2-7pm (pub); Tim Theriault Trio, 8-10pm; bagpipes & drums: 2pm, 5pm, 7pm

Hampton, Hampton Beach & North HamptonWALLY’s PUB

www.wallyspubnh.com144 Ashworth Ave., 603-926-6954Wed 3/14: DJ Provo Open Mic, 9pmFri 3/16: Leaving Eden, 8-11pmSat 3/17: The Bars, 8-11pmMon 3/19: DJ Provo

NewmarketSTONE CHURCH ON ZION HILL www.stonechurchrocks.com 5 Granite St., 603-292-3546Wed 3/14: Trivia, 7pmThu 3/15: Bounce Thursdays, no cover w/UNH ID before 10pm, $5Fri 3/16: A Night w/Crutopia EDMSat 3/17: Roots of CreationSun 3/18: Open Mic, 7pm-12amMon 3/19: Industry NightTue 3/20: Blue Grass Jam, 9pm-12am

Portsmouth106 KITCHEN & BARhttp://106kitchen.com 106 Penhallow St., 603-319-8178Sun 3/19: Bluegrass Brunch w/Dave Talmage & the Bedhead Bluegrass Band, 11am-3pm

THE BLUE MERMAID www.bluemermaid.com 409 The Hill, 603-427-2583Wed 3/14: Open Mic, 8:30pmFri 3/16: Pitch Black Ribbons w/Southern Outlaws, $5Sat 3/17: The Bob Band, $5Mon 3/19: Trivia, 7-9pm

PORTSMOUTH GASLIGHT CO. www.portsmouthgaslight.com 64 Market St., 603-430-9122Thu 3/15: Pub Trivia, 8pmFri 3/16: Brian Johnson Duo, 9:30pm (grill); Keith Henderson, 10pnm (pizza pub)Sat 3/17: Irish Band, 6:30pm (deck); DJ Koko P, 9pm (nightclub); Justin Lantrip, 9:30pm (grill); Randy Arrant, 10pm (pizza pub)

THE PRESS ROOM www.pressroomnh.com 77 Daniel St., 603-431-5186Wed 3/14: Ryan Flaherty, 9pmThu 3/15: Beat Night, Jazz & Poetry, 7-9pm (upstairs); Howie Newman, 9pmFri 3/16: Mike Dillon Band, 9pm, $10Sat 3/17: Irish music all daySun 3/18: Jerry Bergonzi Quartet, 6-9pm, $10Mon 3/19: Judith Murray Trio, 8pmTue 3/20: Larry Garland Jazz Jam, 5:30pm

THE RED DOORwww.reddoorportsmouth.com107 State St., 603-373-6827Wed 3/14: EvaredyThu 3/15: Local HeroesFri 3/16: Zoo Project

w/John Arnold openingSat 3/17: Bobby Nakib & Adam CollinsSun 3/18: A Winter’s Tale; Green Lion CrewMon 3/19: Zach Tremblay, Sarah Blecker

RÍRÁ IRISH PUB www.rira.com/rira/portsmouth.html 22-26 Market St., 603-319-1680 Wed 3/14: Open Mic, 9pmSat 3/17: Oran Mor, 12pm; Bradigan Band, 5pm; New Year’s Day, 9:30pmSun 3/18: Rob Benton, 9pmMon 3/19: Oran Mor, 5pmTue 3/20: Quiz w/Murph & Little Murph, 8pm

RUDI’S PORTSMOUTH www.rudisportsmouth.com 20 High St., 603-430-7834 Wed 3/14: Dimitri, 6pmThu 3/15: Roger Goldenbery & Tom Robinson, 6pmFri 3/16: Duke & guest, 6pmSat 3/17: Jim Dozet Trio, 6pmSun 3/18: Jazz Brunch w/Zach Lang & Jim Dozet, 12-3pm

THE RUSTY HAMMERwww.therustyhammer.com49 Pleasant St., 603-436-9289Thu 3/15: Trivia Night, 8-10pmTHE WET BAR @ THE PAGEwww.pageportsmouth.com/wet-bar.cfm172 Hanover St., 603.436.0004Fri 3/16: DJ SKDSat 3/17: DJ B Money

Salem MURRAY’s TAVERNwww.murraystavern.com326 S Broadway, 603-894-9100Wed 3/14: 45’s NightThu 3/15: TriviaSun 3/18: Group 3

SeabrookCHOP SHOP RESTAURANT & PUBwww.chopshoppub.com920 Layfayette Rd., 603-760-7500We 3/14: Reverend JJ & the Casual SinnersFri 3/16: Anarchy AngelsSat 3/17: Xrossed

HONEY POT BAR & LOUNGEwww.thehoneypotbarandlounge.net 920 Lafayette Rd., 603-760-2013Wed 3/14: Karaoke w/The Wiz & DeeFri 3/16: Jam’n 94.5’s DJ Hustle Simmons

PRIME TIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL www.facebook.com/primetimeseabrook 620 Lafayette Rd., 603-760-7230Wed 3/14: Team Trivia, 8pmThu 3/15: Karaoke & Ladies Night, 9pmFri 3/16: Classic Invasion, 9pmSat 3/17: Slipt Mickey, 9pm

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Thursday 3/15:Michael Mazola @ Scratch Kitchen, Salem, MA –

6-9pmErinn Brown duo @ The Peddler’s Daughter, Haverhill,

MA – 9pm-12amFriday 3/16:

Adam Payne @ The Port Tavern, Newburyport, MA – 9pm-12am

Elijah Clark @ Grumpy Doyle’s, Reading, MA –9pm-12am

Mother Ton @ Murphy’s Riverside. Amesbury, MA – 9:30pm-12:30am

Sat. 3/17:The Mystic River Band @ Coach’s Rock Pond Pub,

Georgetown, MA – 8-11pmSun 3/18:

Elijah Clark @ Coach’s Rock Pond Pub, Georgetown, MA – 4-7pm

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The Ipswich Public Library is pleased to announce that retired NASA engineer Homer Hickam’s memoir October Sky has been chosen as the 2012 One Book. This will be the eighth year of the Ipswich Reads…One Book! Program,when everyone in the community isencouraged to read the same book at the same time.

October Sky, which was published asRocket Boys in 1998, takes place in the small West Virginia town of Coalwood. Homer is a fourteen-year-old who becomes fascinated with space when Sputnik is launched by the Russians in 1957. Heand his friendsdream of sending off rockets into space. Supported by their high school science teacher, the boys begin to construct and test their own rockets. As they learn all they can about the aerodynamics, mathematics and physics of rockets, they also learn what it takes to pursue a dream.

Reviews of October Sky call the book “touching,” memorable,” “captivating,” “compelling,”“a wonderful read” and “difficult to put down.” October Sky is taught in many classrooms all over the country and will be appealing to young people as well as adults. In 1999 amovie version was released starring Laura Dern, Chris Cooperand Jake Gyllenhaal. The Broadcast Film Critics Association called it “Best Family Film 1999.”

Copies of October Sky are now available for borrowing at the Ipswich Public Library, 25 North Main St.Book discussions, led by MarthaMauser, will take place in many locations throughout the community in April. A public discussionwill take place in the Collins Meeting Room at the library on Wednesday, April 25 at 2:00PM.This year the library will sponsor a pot luck dinner featuring authentic Coalwood recipes. This event and other events for this year’s Ipswich Reads…One Book!program include:

Saturday, April 14, at 10:00AM in the Collins Meeting Room or on the Children’s Plaza: A member of the Central Massachusetts Spacemodeling Society will present afamily program on Flying Model Rockets.Wednesday,April 18, at 10:00AM & 11:00AM in the Collins Meeting Room: Staff from the Boston Museum of Science will present a program for children on Rockets. The same program will be repeated at 11:00AM. Registration is required. Call the Children’s Room 978 412-8713.Wednesday, April 18, at 7:00PM in the Collins Meeting Room: A showing of the documentary film Welcome to Coalwood,which features interviews with Homer and other membersof the Coalwoodcommunity. (1 Hr.)Wednesday, April 25, at 2:00PM in the Collins Meeting Room: A public discussion of October Sky led by Martha Mauser. Wednesday, April 25, at 7:00PM in the Collins Meeting Room: A showing of the 1999 film October Sky starring Laura Dern& Jake Gyllenhaal. (1 Hr. 48 Min.)Saturday, April 28 at 9:30AM: The Central Massachusetts Spacemodeling Society will hold a ROCKET LAUNCH at Woodson Farm Park in Amesbury.Wednesday, May 2, at 6:00PM in the Collins Meeting Room: A Pot Luck dinner based upon authentic Coalwood recipes. Call Laura Hoffman at 978 356-6648 to register and to choose a dish to prepare and share. Limit of 30 participants.

A poster listing all Ipswich Reads…One Book!events is posted throughout the community. Events are also listed on the library’swebsite at www.ipswichlibrary.org.

Library hours are Monday through Wednesday, 9:00AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday and Friday from 9:00AM to 5:000PM, and Saturday from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. The library is also open on Sundays from 1:00PM to 4:00PM. The library will be closed on Sunday April 8, for Easter and on Sunday and Monday, April 15 & 16, in observance of Patriot’s Day.

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Here are some other key differences as well as the perspective of a owner and buyer in both situations.

Short sales:As a homeowner if you are able

to show the bank that you can no longer pay your mortgage due to some hardship (loss of income is most common) you may qualify for a short sale. You will have to provide the bank with a contract to purchase from a willing and able buyer as well as a multitude of financial documents. Although we have heard cases where a seller can still get approval on a short sale without a financial hardship it is rare. Banks just aren’t in the business of letting a willing and able homeowner off the hook because they no longer feel like paying a mortgage. One key point, in a short sale the bank is under no obligation to approve the short sale. Banks will grant a short sale if and only if, the bank feels it is in the bank's best interest to approve the short sale. Why would they allow you as a seller to walk away without getting full payment of the debt it’s owed? Most banks believe that with the seller headed to foreclosure, it is in their best interest to approve the short sale as the bank will make more money through the short sale than to foreclose. It is estimated that banks might save 25% to 30% by approving a short sale v. selling it themselves at a foreclosure.

Foreclosure:The bank owns the property. They

act as the seller. The differences between a typical sale of a home and a foreclosed home aren’t all that great. The difference usually lies in the condition of the home. The home is empty and probably has been that way for quite some time. Most homeowners who are getting foreclosed on don’t have the money to fix issues that arise during homeownership (leaky roof, broken steps, carpets need replacing, etc.); therefore you will be looking at a home that has issues. These issues will be your responsibility when you close on the home. The other problem is the issues that may not be discovered or can’t be found during the home inspection. As in a typical or even short sale, you do not have a homeowner to ask questions to. You can’t find out if they have had issues with water in basement or when the boiler was replaced or serviced. It becomes even more difficult if the home has been winterized. If you are buying a foreclosed property make sure you do a thorough home inspection with a licensed inspector.

Owner:A short sale will impact an

owner much less negatively than a

Strange SalesOver the past few weeks we have

been part of a few “non conventional” sales. I would define a conventional sale as one in which a seller, who may or may not have a mortgage, selling to a buyer. A few types of what I would call non conventional sales would be a “short sale” or “foreclosure” sales.

The most common question I get lately other than “How is the real estate market? and is that your high school yearbook picture on your web site?” is “What is the difference between a short sale and foreclosure?” Hopefully this article will help.

The term short sale is a type of sale in which the property owner sells the property for less than what they owe the lien holder (typically the bank or mortgage company). The owner, or typically their lawyer or real estate agent, will negotiate with the lien holder(s) to accept less than the full amount they are owed. In return, the lien or mortgage, (mortgages if you have more than one), will be forgiven allowing the seller to sell the property.

A Foreclosure is very different than a short sale. The bank or mortgage company owns the property already. The original homeowner has been foreclosed on by the lien holder(s).

foreclosure. To be able to complete a short sale is a strong incentive for a homeowner regarding any future hit on their credit score. With a short sale, your credit isn’t significantly damaged (provided you have been up to date with your mortgage payments). A foreclosure will significantly damage your credit for years.

Buyer:We get calls all the time from

buyers who see a new listing on a home that looks way under priced. The caller is wary as the “if it too good to be true it probably isn’t” part of their brain kicks in. The home in question is, more times than not, a “short sale”. The homeowner is walking away with nothing so they want to price the home aggressively. Why not? They want a sale and to get on with their lives. The sale must be approved by the bank so a home owner who has been given tentative approval from the bank at a specific dollar amount is a much better option than the listing that has not. As a buyer you can get quite a deal on a home that is a “short sale”. That said it may be months before you get an answer on your offer from the bank. We have been involved in short sales where the buyer was forced to wait on a bank for 7 months. If you are renting and can rent on a month to month basis you are a good candidate to buy a short sale home. If you have a home to sell first or have it sold and need to move from one place to another on the same day you are not a good candidate. Delays are typical not the exception with short sales.

Finally, from the buyer’s standpoint purchasing a foreclosure is a much simpler option. You are working with a bank that typically is motivated in getting another property off their books. While you may get a property at less than market value you could be faced with some issues. From the seller’s perspective it is always better to try to sell short as you will remove yourself from the debt and save your credit. If you find yourself in this situation you should check with your tax advisor and/or attorney to be sure you understand all ramifications.

I appreciate your taking the time to read these articles, thank you. If you have any suggestions or topics you would like me to cover please call or email me at [email protected]

If you have any questions or are looking to buy or sell a home please contact me, John McCarthy at Rowley Realty, 165 Main St., Rowley, MA 01969, Phone: 978 948-2758, Cell 978 835-2573.


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