tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86702703365623748902024-03-06T15:02:06.476-05:00Essex HappeningsHello, I am Tom Leonard, the President Emeritus of the <a href="http://www.essexheritage.org">Essex National Heritage Commission </a>. The Commission was created by the United States Congress and we have an affiliation with the National Park Service. The Commission is focused on the preservation of the historic, natural and cultural resources of Essex County, Massachusetts. I will provide updates on the work of the Commission and to offer insights into the activities of interest in this region.Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.comBlogger381125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-89830343081327130152015-10-29T15:30:00.001-04:002015-10-29T15:30:36.104-04:00Essex Happenings<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">I have recently had a brief illness that required hospitalization
and I am continuing physical and occupational therapy at home. I will
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">HAPPY HALLOWEEN </span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">TO ALL THOSE THAT
PARTICIPATE IN THIS POSSESS, PARTICULARLY MY FRIENDS IN SALEM, THE HALLOWEEN
CAPITAL OF THE ESSEX HERITAGE REGION AND BEYOND.</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-46305275924454996602015-09-24T09:59:00.002-04:002015-09-24T09:59:30.146-04:00Essex Happenings - Oct 2015<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Several of the following articles were taken from
reports in the Salem News, the internet and private E mails</span></div>
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Rowley, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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2015 • Rowley VFW, 19 Bradford St., Rowley, MA, 01969</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Take a chance
on getting a winning hand at the Rowley Poker Run!</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Awards:</span></span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> <a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/poker-run-5-k,-rowley/"><b><span data-mce-style="font-size: 15.0pt; color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">RACE
REGISTRATION</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Meeting</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #792713;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 15,
2015 • The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Join us for a
morning of engagement at one of the North Shore's oldest and most majestic
playhouses! </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-october"><b><span data-mce-style="color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Methuen Rail Trail Walk -
October</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #792713;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 17,
2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/witch-city-5k-salem-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b><span data-mce-style="color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Witch City 5K, Salem, YMCA
of the North Shore Road Race Series</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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2015 • Salem Willows Park, 167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA, 01970</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Halloween with some fitness fun for the whole family</span>. <a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/witch-city-5k,-salem/"><b><span data-mce-style="font-size: 15.0pt; color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">RACE
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk-0" href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk-0"><b><span data-mce-style="color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Methuen Rail Trail Moon
Walk</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #792713;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 25,
2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for a moon walk along the Methuen Rail Trail</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-november"><b><span data-mce-style="color: #792713; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Methuen Rail Trail Walk -
November</span></span></b></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #792713;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 21,
2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Essex Heritage Initiatives</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since 1996,
The Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage) has championed the
heritage development of Essex County by fostering public-private partnerships
that preserve and enhance the significant aspects of the region’s history,
cultural heritage and character.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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forward to working with you to promote the sustainability of this great
region. Some of our current initiatives include:</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Island Lighthouse</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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to Boston Rail Trail</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Coastal Scenic Byway</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Hero Award</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Programs<o:p></o:p></div>
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It!</span></a></span><span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;"> (Active
Trails)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Harvest</span></a></span><span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;">
- Buy Fresh, Buy Loca<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Grant Program</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Contest</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence </span></a></span><span data-mce-style="font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: Verdana; color: #2a2a2a;">(a
film)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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& Sails: <i>Two Weekends of Walks & Water</i></span></span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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including <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salem-at-sea"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Salem
at SEA</span></a></span> and <a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/making-caribbean-connection-0"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Making the Caribbean
Connection</span></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">and much, much more! <a data-mce-href="http://www.essexheritage.org/accomplishments" href="http://www.essexheritage.org/accomplishments"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span data-mce-style="color: #792713; text-decoration: none;">Learn more about our
work here.</span></span></a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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SPONSOR</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> <i> </i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Danvers Hires 1<sup>st </sup>ever
Finance Director</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Town
Manager Steve Bartha has picked Travis Ahern, a finance and policy analyst for
the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority for the newly created position of
finance director.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"></span>Bartha
told selectmen recently he had come to terms with Ahern after an extensive
search. He will make a yearly salary of $105,000, according to Human Resources
Director Stephen Delaney.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"></span>“He
has a chance to grow into this position in the long term,” Bartha told the
board.“I’m excited for the opportunity to help shape the new finance director
position,” Ahern said in an email. “I have experience taking a newly created
position, and while it can be challenging, it is also very rewarding.”</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"></span>Ahern
has worked with the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority since January 2014.
His work at the agency included the review and analysis of budgets. He also
created a monthly financial video series called “The Green Sheet,” to
disseminate financial information about the MWRA to a broad audience.
Before that, he worked as a financial analyst for Weston from June 1011 to
January 2014. While in Weston, Ahern also served as the acting assistant
treasurer from June 2013 to September 2013. Ahern also has a corporate financial
background as a portfolio associate auditor with State Street Corp., from 2007
to 2011.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"></span>Ahern,
30, grew up west of Boston. The Waltham resident said where he lives now is
advantageous, as he works on the North Shore, and his wife works at a school on
the South Shore. The post of finance director was created on the heels of the
retirement of longtime Town Accountant Leonard Marshall, who retired in June
and who did several jobs in his position, including serving as the town
accountant, DPW business manager, and both serving as chairman of the
Retirement Board and administering it.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Essex Regional Tech School News</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Former
Beverly Superintendent William Lupini has been selected as the interim
superintendent at Essex Technical High School, with the possibility of him
taking the job on a permanent basis. The 1,100-student regional school
has been without a superintendent since Dan O'Connell announced his
retirement in July.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The
Essex Tech School Committee interviewed two finalists for the job on Thursday
night and unanimously selected Lupini, who is currently the superintendent
for the Brookline Public Schools. Marsha McDonough, a former superintendent at
Greater Lawrence Technical, was the other finalist.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The committee will begin negotiating a contract with
Lupini and hopes to have him on the job "as soon as we can,"
chairwoman Melissa Joy Teixeira said.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> "What it came down to is the
majority of the committee believed that Mr. Lupini could jump right in and get
started from Day 1 based on his experience," Teixeira said. The
interim superintendent position was advertised as lasting until June 30, 2016.
Teixeira said Lupini has expressed an interest in possibly staying longer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Lupini's salary has not been determined. O'Connell
made about $197,000. Lupini earns $225,116 in Brookline, according to published
reports. Lupini, 55, served as the Beverly Superintendent from 1997 to
2004 before taking the job in Brookline. He said he told the Brookline School Committee
in July that he would be looking at other jobs but planned to serve until the
end of the 2015-2016 school year. He still lives in Beverly and said he
learned of the opening at Essex Tech in August. He decided to apply. Lupini
sent an email to Brookline staff and parents earlier this week informing them
that he had been named a finalist.</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Salem
Five Bank to Honor Gibbons</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">In the middle of the month Joe Gibbons will be honored
for his long and successful service at the bank with a dinner at the Hawthorne
Hotel in Salem. I worked 20 years with Joe and look forward to the
evening,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">North Shore Elder
Services</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">North Shore Elder Services is offering a seminar
series titled “Are you ready for prime time. The subjects include
social security, medicare, and other subjects interesting to seniors. All
the seminars are free but to get a listing of what is offered please go to
their website. Registration is required and can be done on the
website. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Recent Summer Reading</span></b><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">I have just finished reading <u>The Hostage</u> by WEB
Griffin. His book was an action thriller with many plot twists, across
many countries in Western Europe and South America as welled as Washington
D.C. I recommend this book if you like adventure, intrigue of that genre.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">I
am just about to start a biography about Lyndon Johnson. The book was
researched and written by Doris Kearns Goodwin and I have enjoyed her work in
the past. More will be provided on this work in the future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>Death of Salem City Councillor Joe O'Keefe</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">My
condolences are offered to the O’ Keefe family. Joe was 82 at his death
just 4 years older than I and we grew up in the same general area by the Salem
Common. In our youth we were both involved in the Immaculate
Conception Parish in Salem. Joe was very involved in fire safety and was
an institution in Salem as he served 7 terms on the Salem City Council.
Rest in peace Joe for a job well done,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><b>St John’s Prep News</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><u>Homecoming
- Saturday, October 3</u></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We would love to see you and your family back on
campus for Homecoming on Saturday, October 3. Events will include the
Arts Showcase, alumni soccer game, varsity football vs. Malden Catholic,
varsity soccer vs. St. John’s Shrewsbury, Homecoming BBQ, and tours that
include the new High School Academic Building! More information and
registration can be found on the <a data-mce-href="http://email.enotify.stjohnsprep.org/c/eJyNj81uxCAMhJ8Gjgjzk4QDh0qrfY0qCyahTSAirKK-fb1VTz1VsuRv5uAZR6_sAJJnryRY6aSGCRwMAsA4MwkSTjEjsdSe05c4-0ddy3k0PERtC1-9RoSHcrOOakSMRjoLMukAwT1GlzTf_Nr7wfQbU3ea67r-XiE3pPffCBJbLp-ptmtuUYS0M33f57wtz8L0DZgaXtsYqwmfhBrG0RAjsVLWOuKIZyf5j-S17hjqnsvCm-_7Zid6l4wwn10U7PynV8Ac_SvzG2DlXmU" href="http://email.enotify.stjohnsprep.org/c/eJyNj81uxCAMhJ8Gjgjzk4QDh0qrfY0qCyahTSAirKK-fb1VTz1VsuRv5uAZR6_sAJJnryRY6aSGCRwMAsA4MwkSTjEjsdSe05c4-0ddy3k0PERtC1-9RoSHcrOOakSMRjoLMukAwT1GlzTf_Nr7wfQbU3ea67r-XiE3pPffCBJbLp-ptmtuUYS0M33f57wtz8L0DZgaXtsYqwmfhBrG0RAjsVLWOuKIZyf5j-S17hjqnsvCm-_7Zid6l4wwn10U7PynV8Ac_SvzG2DlXmU"><span style="color: #2d5485; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span data-mce-style="color: #2d5485; text-decoration: none;">Homecoming webpage</span></span></a>.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-family: Georgia; color: #1c1c1c;"><span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><u>Alumni Mentors</u></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-family: Georgia; color: #1c1c1c;"><span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
Alumni Office has several opportunities to help alumni mentor Prep students. In
coordination with the St. Francis Xavier (SFX) Merit Scholarship program, a
student mentoring breakfast takes place in the fall. Alumni participate in
roundtable discussions about their career paths with Prep students.</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span data-mce-style="font-family: Georgia; color: #1c1c1c;"><span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During
the spring, alumni invite juniors and seniors from the SFX program to shadow
them for a half day out in the field. Alumni are also invited to speak to the
student Spire Society leadership group on Tuesday evenings throughout the
school year.</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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interested in volunteering as an alumni mentor for any of these programs,
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Tournament will take place Monday, October 5 at The Golf Club at Turner Hill
in Ipswich, MA. More information including sponsorship opportunities,
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-36872727906039752872015-07-08T22:59:00.000-04:002015-07-08T22:59:45.482-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS JULY 2015<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE
EVENTS AND NEWS</span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-june"><b>Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - June</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 20,
2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/father%E2%80%99s-day-5k-10-rockport-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b>Father’s
Day 5K & 10, Rockport, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 21,
2015 • Rockport High School, 24 Jerdens Lane, Rockport, MA, 01966<o:p></o:p></div>
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A run along
one of the most beautiful race courses in the United States<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/fathersday-5k-and-10k/"><b>RACE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/st-peter%E2%80%99s-fiesta-5k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b>St.
Peter’s Fiesta 5K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 25,
2015 • Stage Fort Park, 24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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The St.
Peter’s Fiesta Road Race is a flat fast course with a finish line at St.
Peter's Square in the heart of Fiesta!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/fiesta-5k/"><b>RACE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-introduction-geocaching-class"><b>Featured
Partner Event: Introduction to Geocaching Class</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 27,
2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Find hidden
caches at the Cox Reservation!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/firecracker-4-mile-swampscott-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b>Firecracker
4 Mile, Swampscott, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 4, 2015
• Lynch/Van Otterloo YMCA, 41 Leggs Hill Rd, Marblehead, MA, 01945<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrating
the 4th with patriotic fun!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/firecracker-4-mile,-swampscott/"><b>RACE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-july"><b>Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - July</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 18,
2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/coastal-trails-coalition-slow-bike-race"><b>Coastal
Trails Coalition Slow Bike Race</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 29,
2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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How slow can
you go...<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salem-maritime-festival"><b>Salem Maritime
Festival</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 1,
2015 • Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 193 Derby Street, Salem, MA,
01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Come
Celebrate Four Centuries of Salem's Maritime Heritage!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/teacher-workshop"><b>Park for Every
Classroom 2015 Workshop</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 3,
2015 to August 7, 2015 • Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 160 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Apply now
for summer 2015! Park for Every Classroom is a FREE professional development
program for educators of all grade levels and disciplines.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/yankee-homecoming-5k-beverly-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b>Yankee
Homecoming 5K, Beverly, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 6,
2015 • Lynch Park, 55 Ober Street, Beverly, MA, 01915<o:p></o:p></div>
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Don't miss
the annual Beverly Yankee Homecoming racing fun! Kids Fun Run, too!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/yankee-homecoming-5k/"><b>RACE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-august"><b>Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - August</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 15,
2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/groundwork-lawrence-greenway-5k"><b>Groundwork
Lawrence Greenway 5K</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 16,
2015 • Kennedy Community Playstead, 25 Holly Street, Lawrence, MA, 01841<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
The Greenway
5k (GW5K) is an annual event hosted by Groundwork Lawrence’s Green Team to
promote health, fitness and open spaces.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/run-goose-7k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series"><b>Run
the Goose 7K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 7,
2015 • O’Maley Middle School, 32 Cherry Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take a
challenging run (sometimes a trail run) through Goose Cove Reservoir.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/run-the-goose-7k-gloucester/"><b>RACE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/trails-sails-calendar-listing"><b>Trails
& Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September
18, 2015 to September 20, 2015; September 25, 2015 to September 27, 2015 •
Throughout Essex County<o:p></o:p></div>
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Explore
Essex County's cultural, historic and natural sites during two weekends of 150+
FREE events!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ts"><b>LEARN MORE.</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/spicket-river-clean"><b>Spicket River Clean
Up</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September
19, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join <a href="http://www.groundworklawrence.org/spicketrivercleanup">Groundwork
Lawrence</a> and partners to clean and celebrate the Spicket River in Lawrence
and Methuen!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-september"><b>Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - September</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September
19, 2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the
Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/essex-national-heritage-area-receives-2015-active-trails-grant-national-park-foundation"><b>Essex
National Heritage Area Receives 2015 Active Trails Grant from The National Park
Foundation</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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May 19, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Essex
National Heritage Area (Essex Heritage) is one of 37 national parks and
affiliated park areas selected to receive a 2015 Active Trails grant from the
National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/dar-awards-grant-essex-heritage-restoration-bakers-island-lighthouse"><b>DAR
Awards Grant to Essex Heritage for Restoration Bakers Island Lighthouse</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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April 22, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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The DAR awarded
a $10,000 grant for the restoration of the Bakers Island Lighthouse!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">OTHER NORTH SHORE NEWS</span></b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>BARBARA
REMON OF THE DANVERS FOOD PANTRY RECEIVES AN AWARD</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Congratulations to Barbara Remon who recently
received an unsung Hero of Massachusetts from the Commission on Women for her work
as the co- founder and long-time volunteer at the Danvers People to People Food
Pantry. Barbara in one of the many volunteers of the various food
pantries around the region that does so much for so many. Anything you
can do to support your local Food Pantry is much appreciated by all.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NORTH
SHORE BANK MERGES WITH MERRIMACK SAVINGS</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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In a deal
similar to its merger with Saugusbank last year, Peabody-based North Shore Bank
has announced plans to grow by merging with a small mutual savings bank
- Merrimac Savings Bank.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Merrimac has
$73 million in assets and two full-service locations in Merrimac,
Massachusetts, and in Newton, New Hampshire, plus an ATM in Plaistow, New
Hampshire.<o:p></o:p></div>
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North Shore
Bank has $680 million in assets and 10 locations in Salem, Beverly, Peabody,
Danvers, Middleton and Saugus. With the merger, the name of the combined
banks will be North Shore Bank, putting an end to Merrimac Savings Bank, which
has been around for about 144 years. No branch closings or layoffs are
anticipated. The heads of both banks said some Merrimac Savings employees may
not want to commute to Peabody. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>MARIAN
COURT IN SWAMPSCOT TO CLOSE</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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SWAMPSCOTT —
Only a few years after expanding to a four-year school, Marian Court College is
closing its doors. School officials cite poor enrollment as the reason for the
closure. Boosters are still hoping for an outside donor who might rescue
the school financially, but they concede something approaching a miracle is
required to save this Catholic institution. Established in 1964 by the
Sisters of Mercy, Marian Court is set to close on June 30, according to a press
release quoting President Denise Hammon. <o:p></o:p></div>
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“We are so
proud of our faculty, administration and staff’s commitment and passion for
providing quality education to students. 98 percent of the students are first
generation in the United States,” she said in a written statement.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>SALEM
SRATE PAID HANSOMLY FOR THE RECENT TOM BRADYS PRESENTATION</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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It has been reported that the University paid
in excess of $150,000 for the recent Tom Brady speech, but this may have been a
great investment when considering the attendance at the event to be totally
sold out. Based on those facts, the net income for the project must have been
positive.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>BRADY
HEARING WITH NFL DUE LATE IN THE MONTH OF JUNE</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of Brady, his hearing could have an
impact on the England Patriots 2015-2016 season. The Pats seem to
be making provisions in the event that the Brady suspension is upheld, by bringing
in another quarterback by the name of Matt Flynn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">NORTH SHORE ELDER SERVICES NEWS</span></b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Donations</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Cash
Contributions and Memorial Gifts:</b><b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span></b>Contributions to NSES are always
appreciated. Writing a check to North Shore Elder Services is a simple and
direct way to make a donation. We also accept credit card gifts through Visa,
MasterCard, American Express and Discover. If you wish, you can make your gift
in honor or memory of a loved one. Please note the name of your loved one with
your donation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Bequests:</b><b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span></b>Giving
to North Shore Elder Services<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>is possible through a bequest in a will or living trust.
Any portion, percentage, or component of estate or trust assets can be
designated to North Shore Elder Services and will help to reduce inheritance
taxes.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Naming
Rights:</b><b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span></b>There
are several opportunities within the North Shore Elder Services building to
have a conference room or educational center named after you or a loved one.
What a wonderful way to leave a living legacy! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Sponsorships</b>
<b>and Sponsorships Opportunities</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://nselder.org/contact-us/"><b>Contact us</b></a> for more
information!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The Older
Americans Act:</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Aging
Well Since 1965</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>“The
Older Americans Act clearly affirms our Nation’s sense of responsibility toward
the well-being of all of our older citizens. But even more, the results of this
act will help us to expand our opportunities for enriching the lives of all of
our citizens in this country, now and in the years to come.”</i><o:p></o:p></div>
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– President
Lyndon B. Johnson<o:p></o:p></div>
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The 1960s
were a time of vast social and political change. In July 1965, President Lyndon
B. Johnson signed three land- mark pieces of legislation that together have
shaped the lives of generations of American elders – Medicare, Medicaid, and
the Older Americans Act (OAA). Medicare and Medicaid extended health insurance
coverage to millions of Americans. The OAA, meanwhile, created the foundation
for a system of services and supports that enables millions of older adults in
this country to continue to live independently as they age. In addition, the
OAA established authority for grants to states for community planning and
social services, research and development projects, and training personnel in
the field of aging. This multiplied its potential to positively affect the
lives of older adults. Perhaps most importantly, the law outlined a vision for
maintaining older Americans’ dignity and sustaining their connections to their
homes and communities – principles that continue to guide OAA programs to this
day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Today,
OAA-funded programs play a vital role in helping to maintain the health and well-being
of millions of seniors age 60 and older. In fact, OAA services reach one in
five older adults. As a result of successive amendments to the original law, special
emphasis is placed on serving the most vulnerable among the older population –
people with low income, members<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>of minority groups, those at risk for
institutionalization, people living in rural areas, and those with limited
English proficiency.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Over the
years, Congress has amended the Act several times, creating the infra-
structure we now know as the ‘national aging services network.’ At present, the
network consists of 56 state units on aging, over 600 area agencies on aging,
and over 260 tribal organizations representing more than 400 tribes. Further,
the network is supported by tens of thousands of service providers and
volunteers. This system allows state, tribal, and local entities the
flexibility to provide the evidence-based interventions that best meet the
needs of their specific communities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The <i>State
House News Service</i> is reporting on the proposed legislation to permit
spouses as paid caregivers and today’s Committee on Children and Families
hearing.<o:p></o:p></div>
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North Shore
Elder Services thanks the members of the North Shore legislative delegation who
have taken active positions in support of this legislation. We truly hope
that it prevails all the way to the Governor’s desk this session. The
North Shore Elder Services Board of Directors has taken a strong position in
support of the proposal. If you have any questions about it, particularly
its impact on your constituents, please do not hesitate to contact north Shore
Elder services<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX COUNTY NEWS FLASHES</span></b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Danvers: </b>Abomed, the company that
produces artificial hearts, will increase job opportunities by 100 employees.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Marblehead:</b> The residents of Marblehead
have voted positively to pass an eight million dollar tax over ride.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers</b>: The town has produced two
baseball teams competing for state titles. Danvers High School and
St Johns Prep are still alive in the tournaments.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers:
The Swamp Walk News</b> - During this past month, thanks to 30 generous donors
to our ‘Rising From The Swamp Campaign’, we have $4,700 !!!!! Danvers
town folk are amazing. That’s not enough to do the whole job, but it’s a huge
start.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I need to
remember that we were clueless when we started a few years ago. With only
$2,000, we (literally) waded in. After a while and after $40,000 & with 200
volunteers, we built the most unique outdoor experience in Danvers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">COP-AA NEWS – FOR ALL WITH HANDICAPS</span> </b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Download
the Amputee Coalition’s New App!</b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>The Amputee Coalition has some
exciting news to share! You will now be able to read <i>inMotion</i>, the
Amputee Coalition’s latest blog, connect with other amputees on Facebook, check
out our inspirational and educational videos on YouTube, and see what’s
happening on Twitter, anywhere and everywhere! Download our new app to your
Apple or Android device for free! Get it now through the IPhone App Store for Apple
products and through Google Play for Android.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Check Out
Our New Amputee Rehabilitation Video Series</b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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The loss of
a limb can be an overwhelming experience. New amputees often feel lost and
unsure of what life with limb loss will be like and how to navigate the process
of recovering from their experience. Our new video series is designed to help
patients during the recovery and rehabilitation process following the
amputation of a limb. Each video highlights an important part of the recovery
process, using experiences from other people with limb loss and healthcare
professionals with expertise in amputee care and rehabilitation. Click <a href="http://amputee-coalition.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e80aa326d8619dec182d16a85&id=83e25b5271&e=9e11939925">here</a>
to view the videos.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Hurry and
Register Before Early Bird Registration Ends TODAY for the Amputee Coalition
2015 National Conference!</b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Register now
for the Amputee Coalition 2015 National Conference in Tucson, Arizona! The
Conference, which will be held July 23-25 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort
& Spa, will also include an exhibit hall, fun and entertaining adaptive
sport and recreation events, as well as educational and technology sessions,
and the Everyone’s a Star gala dinner/dance. These benefits are all included
with your full Conference registration fee. Among the featured programs will be
Carol Miller’s and Karen Sullivan’s Gait Analysis Clinic; Kevin Carroll’s
Above-Knee Bilateral Mobility Clinic; <a href="http://amputee-coalition.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e80aa326d8619dec182d16a85&id=44fc35c60a&e=9e11939925"><i>Continue
reading...</i></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DO NOT
FORGET THAT WE WELCOME ALL CORPORATE CONTRIBUTIONS TO SUPPORT COPP-AA WORK.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ME AT tml58@comcast,net</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-74331873223598968062015-05-25T00:39:00.003-04:002015-05-25T00:39:55.463-04:00ESSEX HAPPENNGS JUNE 2015<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">PERSONAL
UPDATE</span></b></div>
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The June edition of the Essex
Happenings Blog will be slightly shorter than normal as during May 2015, I
enjoyed a 5 day stay at Lahey Hospital in Beverly to treat an infection in my
remaining good leg. The treatment was excellent and the infection has cleared
up and I was discharged but the time in the hospital and the follow up medical
appointments cut into my available time.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE MATTERS</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bakers-bash-have-beer-bakers" target="_blank"><b>Bakers Bash: Have a Beer for Bakers!</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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May 20, 2015 • Salem Beer Works, 278 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join us for a LIMITED EDITION brew and to learn about how YOU can help
save this historic lighthouse!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-bird-song" target="_blank"><b>Featured Partner Event: Bird Song</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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May 31, 2015 • Willowdale State Forest<o:p></o:p></div>
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Set your alarm clock to join Greenbelt and local birding expert
Jim Berry for the dawn chorus, a great expression of life on earth. The walk
into the Willowdale State Forest will proceed from a rendezvous point in
Ipswich, meeting at 7am on Sunday, May 31st.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 6, 2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrate National Trails Day with a walk along the Methuen Rail Trail!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bike-sea-day-ride" target="_blank"><b>Bike
to the Sea Day Ride</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 7, 2015 • Madeline English School, 105 Woodville Street, Everett,
MA, 02149<o:p></o:p></div>
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Get ready for the 23rd Annual Bike to the Sea Day!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://biketothesea.com/bike-to-the-sea-day/" target="_blank"><b>RIDE
REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/art-in-the-barn" target="_blank"><b>Featured
Partner Event: Art in the Barn Weekend</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 12, 2015 to June 14, 2015 • Cox Reservation, Essex County
Greenbelt Association, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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See art transform the Cox Reservation!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-june" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - June</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 20, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b> </b> <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/father%E2%80%99s-day-5k-10-rockport-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Father’s Day 5K & 10, Rockport, YMCA of the North Shore
Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 21, 2015 • Rockport High School, 24 Jerdens Lane, Rockport, MA,
01966<o:p></o:p></div>
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A run along one of the most beautiful race courses in the United States<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/fathersday-5k-and-10k/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/st-peter%E2%80%99s-fiesta-5k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>St. Peter’s Fiesta 5K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore
Road Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 25, 2015 • Stage Fort Park, 24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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The St. Peter’s Fiesta Road Race is a flat fast course with a finish
line at St. Peter's Square in the heart of Fiesta!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/fiesta-5k/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-introduction-geocaching-class" target="_blank"><b>Featured Partner Event: Introduction to Geocaching Class</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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June 27, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Find hidden caches at the Cox Reservation!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/firecracker-4-mile-swampscott-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Firecracker 4 Mile, Swampscott, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 4, 2015 • Lynch/Van Otterloo YMCA, 41 Leggs Hill Rd, Marblehead,
MA, 01945<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrating the 4th with patriotic fun!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/firecracker-4-mile,-swampscott/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-july" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - July</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 18, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/coastal-trails-coalition-slow-bike-race" target="_blank"><b>Coastal Trails Coalition Slow Bike Race</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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July 29, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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How slow can you go...<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salem-maritime-festival" target="_blank"><b>Salem Maritime Festival</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 1, 2015 • Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 193 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Come Celebrate Four Centuries of Salem's Maritime Heritage!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/teacher-workshop" target="_blank"><b>Park
for Every Classroom 2015 Workshop</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 3, 2015 to August 7, 2015 • Salem Maritime National Historic
Site, 160 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Apply now for summer 2015! Park for Every Classroom is a FREE
professional development program for educators of all grade levels and
disciplines.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/yankee-homecoming-5k-beverly-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Yankee Homecoming 5K, Beverly, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 6, 2015 • Lynch Park, 55 Ober Street, Beverly, MA, 01915<o:p></o:p></div>
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Don't miss the annual Beverly Yankee Homecoming racing fun! Kids Fun
Run, too!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/yankee-homecoming-5k/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-august" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - August</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 15, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/groundwork-lawrence-greenway-5k" target="_blank"><b>Groundwork Lawrence Greenway 5K</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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August 16, 2015 • Kennedy Community Playstead, 25 Holly Street,
Lawrence, MA, 01841<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Greenway 5k (GW5K) is an annual event hosted by Groundwork
Lawrence’s Green Team to promote health, fitness and open spaces.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/run-goose-7k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Run the Goose 7K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 7, 2015 • O’Maley Middle School, 32 Cherry Street,
Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take a challenging run (sometimes a trail run) through Goose Cove
Reservoir.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/run-the-goose-7k-gloucester/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/trails-sails-calendar-listing" target="_blank"><b>Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 18, 2015 to September 20, 2015; September 25, 2015 to
September 27, 2015 • Throughout Essex County<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
Explore Essex County's cultural, historic and natural sites during two
weekends of 150+ FREE events!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ts" target="_blank"><b>LEARN
MORE.</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/spicket-river-clean" target="_blank"><b>Spicket River Clean Up</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 19, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join <a href="http://www.groundworklawrence.org/spicketrivercleanup" target="_blank">Groundwork Lawrence</a> and partners to clean and celebrate the
Spicket River in Lawrence and Methuen!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-september" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - September</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 19, 2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b> </b> <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/trails-sails-calendar-listing" target="_blank"><b>Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 18, 2015 to September 20, 2015; September 25, 2015 to
September 27, 2015 • Throughout Essex County<o:p></o:p></div>
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Explore Essex County's cultural, historic and natural sites during two
weekends of 150+ FREE events!<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ts" target="_blank"><b>LEARN
MORE.</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Moon Walk</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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September 27, 2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for a moon walk along the Methuen
Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/poker-run-5k-rowley-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Poker Run 5K, Rowley, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race
Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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October 3, 2015 • Rowley VFW, 19 Bradford St., Rowley, MA, 01969<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take a chance on getting a winning hand at the Rowley Poker Run!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Awards:</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/poker-run-5-k,-rowley/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-october" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - October</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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October 17, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b> </b> <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/witch-city-5k-salem-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Witch City 5K, Salem, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race
Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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October 17, 2015 • Salem Willows Park, 167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrate Halloween with some fitness fun for the whole family<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/witch-city-5k,-salem/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk-0" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Moon Walk</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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October 25, 2015 • Railroad Street, Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for a moon walk along the Methuen
Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-november" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - November</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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November 21, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/reindeer-run-5k-beverly-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank"><b>Reindeer Run 5K, Beverly, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race
Series</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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December 5, 2015 • Cabot Street YMCA, 245 Cabot St, Beverly, MA, 01915<o:p></o:p></div>
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A festive 5k run through downtown and coastal Beverly<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/healthy-living/road-races/reindeer-run-5k,-beverly/" target="_blank"><b>RACE REGISTRATION</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-december" target="_blank"><b>Methuen Rail Trail Walk - December</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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December 19, 2015 • Methuen, MA, 01844<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join the Methuen Rail Trail Alliance for their monthly walk along the
Methuen Rail Trail<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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<a href="http://northofboston.org/events/" target="_blank">North of
Boston Regional Event Calendar</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salisbury-art-stroll" target="_blank">Salisbury
Art Stroll</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bakers-bash-have-beer-bakers" target="_blank">Bakers
Bash: Have a Beer for Bakers!</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-bird-song" target="_blank">Featured Partner Event: Bird Song</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk" target="_blank">Methuen
Rail Trail Walk</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bike-sea-day-ride" target="_blank">Bike to
the Sea Day Ride</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/art-in-the-barn" target="_blank">Featured
Partner Event: Art in the Barn Weekend</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-june" target="_blank">Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - June</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/father%E2%80%99s-day-5k-10-rockport-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Father’s Day 5K & 10, Rockport, YMCA of the North Shore
Road Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/st-peter%E2%80%99s-fiesta-5k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">St. Peter’s Fiesta 5K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-introduction-geocaching-class" target="_blank">Featured Partner Event: Introduction to Geocaching Class</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/firecracker-4-mile-swampscott-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Firecracker 4 Mile, Swampscott, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-july" target="_blank">Methuen
Rail Trail Walk - July</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/coastal-trails-coalition-slow-bike-race" target="_blank">Slow Bike Race</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salem-maritime-festival" target="_blank">Salem
Maritime Festival</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/teacher-workshop" target="_blank">Park for
Every Classroom 2015</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/yankee-homecoming-5k-beverly-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Yankee Homecoming 5K, Beverly, YMCA of the North Shore Road
Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-august" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Walk - August</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/groundwork-lawrence-greenway-5k" target="_blank">Groundwork Lawrence Greenway 5K</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/run-goose-7k-gloucester-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Run the Goose 7K, Gloucester, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race
Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/trails-sails-calendar-listing" target="_blank">Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/spicket-river-clean" target="_blank">Spicket
River Clean Up</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-september" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Walk - September</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk" target="_blank">Methuen
Rail Trail Moon Walk</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/poker-run-5k-rowley-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Poker Run 5K, Rowley, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-october" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Walk - October</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/witch-city-5k-salem-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Witch City 5K, Salem, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-moon-walk-0" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Moon Walk</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-november" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Walk - November</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/reindeer-run-5k-beverly-ymca-north-shore-road-race-series" target="_blank">Reindeer Run 5K, Beverly, YMCA of the North Shore Road Race
Series</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/methuen-rail-trail-walk-december" target="_blank">Methuen Rail Trail Walk - Decem<b>A</b>ber</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE NEWS</span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/essex-heritage-presents-awards-albert-creighton-jr-frederic-winthrop-and-edward-becker" target="_blank"><b>Essex Heritage Presents Awards To Albert Creighton, Jr.,
Frederic Winthrop, and Edward Becker</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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May 13, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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Trio Celebrated For 50-Year Legacy Of Regional Land Conservation<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/dar-awards-grant-essex-heritage-restoration-bakers-island-lighthouse" target="_blank"><b>DAR Awards Grant to Essex Heritage for Restoration Bakers
Island Lighthouse</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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April 22, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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The DAR will award a $10,000 grant for the restoration of the Bakers
Island Lighthouse!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/2015-partnership-grant-recipients" target="_blank"><b>2015 Partnership Grant Recipients</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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April 21, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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15 Grants Awarded to Local Organizations</div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">NORTH SHORE ELDER SERVICES NEWS</span></b> <span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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On Tuesday, June 9<sup>th</sup>,
North Shore Elder Services is celebrating 39 years of “making life easier” for
North Shore elders and their families and caregivers. We hope that
you can join us in saluting our staff, Board Members, volunteers, and vendors
who have been essential in providing needed services to more than 20,000
persons over four decades. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In light of all our busy schedules, we have planned a morning event at
the Danversport Yacht Club that will permit you to celebrate with us and then
get on with the rest of your day. Coffee and pastries will be
available from 7:30 a.m., breakfast served at 8:00 a.m., and our brief program
will conclude by 9:00 a.m.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Individual tickets are available at $75 each. The opportunity is
available to be a Table Host at $750 (which includes ten tickets and
recognition at the event) or a Corporate Sponsor at $1500 (which also includes
10 tickets and recognition as a Corporate Sponsor). Honor an elder with a
suggested donation of $39.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tickets can be ordered online at <a href="http://nses39breakfast.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank">http://nses39breakfast.eventbrite.com</a>
or calling me at 978 624 2245.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We look forward to seeing you on June 9 at the Danversport Yacht Club. Sincerely,
Paul<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Paul J. Lanzikos</i> <span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><i>Executive Director</i> <span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><i>North
Shore Elder Services</i> <span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">MOST RECENT READING EXPERIENCE</span></b><span style="color: #c00000;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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During the past month, among
other books, I have read is a most entertaining book called “THE RESIDENCE.
Inside the Private Residence of the White House” by Kate Browner.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The book is a compilation of
stories and remembrances related by the house keeping, cooks, florists and
other members of the household staff in one of the most famous houses in
America, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC. The stories begin with
the occupation of the property by the Kennedy family with their young children
to the present occupants of the house, the Obama family with their teen-age
daughters. The book is filled with interesting, warm and sometimes
difficult experiences. The story continues through two different
political party occupants with different agendas. I will not attempt to
report on the numerous incidents that occurred from Harry Truman through the
Eisenhower, Johnson, Reagan, two Bush families and the Clinton family
with a teen age daughter and numerous social matters. The book was highly
entertaining and informative and I strongly recommend the book<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>CONDOLENCES </b></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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My personal condolences are
offered to the family of Mr. James McCann of Danvers who passed away earlier
this month. Jim is a fellow Golden Eagle from St John’s Prep,
someone I played golf with and because of my hospital stay, I was unable to
attend his recent wake and funeral. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-83948662222713653982015-05-01T10:02:00.002-04:002015-05-01T10:02:27.723-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS MAY, 2015<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES</span></b></div>
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<b>Featured Partner Event: Trail Work Day with
Manchester Essex Conservation Trust (MECT) -May 2,</b> 2015 Upper Pine
Street/Pipeline Road WCA Trailhead, 375 Pine Street, Manchester, MA, 01944<o:p></o:p></div>
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Get dirty!
Join MECT to help with maintenance and stewardship.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Featured Partner Event: Explore Wilderness
Conservation Area - May 3, 2015</b> - Join the Manchester-Essex Conservation
Trust (MECT) to explore natural and historic highlights of the Wilderness Conservation
Area. Meet at the WCA Gateway, Upper School Street, Manchester.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Heritage Hero Award Dinner 2015 - May 7,
2015</b> • Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott Street, Danvers, MA, 01923 -
Join Essex Heritage in honoring three incredibly deserving individuals who have
changed the face of conservation in Essex County and beyond. The honorees Al Creighton, Fred Winthrop and
Ed Becker are being celebrated for their 50-year legacy of regional land
conservation. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PROGRAMS OFFERED BY ESSEX
HERITAGE ALL YEAR<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Featured Partner Event: MECT Mother's Day
Walk - May 10, 2015</b> • Anne's Woods, 375 Pine Street, Manchester, MA, 01944
- Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Manchester-Essex Conservation Trust (MECT)
and enjoy this walk to Anne’s Woods with Erika Sonder. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Featured Partner Event: Art in the Barn
Weekend</b> <b>- June 12, 2015 to June 14,
2015</b> • Cox Reservation, Essex County Greenbelt Association, 82 Eastern
Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929 -See art transform the Cox Reservation!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Park for Every Classroom 2015 Teacher Workshop
- August 3, 2015 to August 7, 2015</b> • Salem Maritime National Historic Site,
160 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970. Apply now for summer 2015! Park for Every
Classroom is a FREE professional development program for educators of all grade
levels and disciplines.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">PERSONAL NEWS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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The May 1,
2015 edition of Essex Happenings blog almost missed the first of the month deadline
for the first time ever because this is such a busy spring season for me. The early spring has been incredibly busy
with annual meetings and my commitment to the Town of Danvers finance committee
process. The annual meeting schedule
included a Salem Five Bank business meeting which was run by the new President
Ping Yin Chai who was the COO before assuming the post from my long-time friend
Joseph Gibbons. There will be a social
meeting at the historic Hawthorne Hotel in early May. The results offered by
the bank leadership showed that the Bank’s result were most positive. The second annual meeting was of Essex
Heritage that was held very early in the morning in Lawrence. That meeting was scheduled too early and too
far from my home to allow for my participation. One meeting not yet scheduled
is the annual meeting of the Salem Partnership. I am a bit surprised that on the website,
Patricia Zaido is not listed as the Executive Officer of that
organization. I have served that
organization since its inception and I would not miss an event honoring
Patricia. I must have missed a communication about changes.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In spite of
a very busy and sometimes tiring schedule, my health and the use of my
prosthetic leg remains most positive. As
the nicer weather arrives I am able to resume an outside walking program and
the service of numerous community organizations continues with the incredible
help of my wife Marge who drives me from meeting to meeting and then home
again.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A large
amount of my time in April was in the preparation and presentation for the Town
of Danvers Finance Committee. For a
couple of weeks a great deal of time was spent reviewing the town’s annual
budget, This year the new Town Manager and the assistant manager
were well prepared and the schedule of presentation was well thought
out.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">REGIONAL NEWS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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NEW SALEM
FEMALE POLICE CHIEF SWORN IN<o:p></o:p></div>
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In case you
missed it, Mary Butler who previously served as an acting Captain on the Salem
force, was named and recently sworn in as the Chief of the Salem Police Force
replacing my friend Paul Tucker who now serves as State Representative for Salem. Chief Butler is the first female chief
serving in Essex County.<o:p></o:p></div>
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SALEM SENIOR
CENTER<o:p></o:p></div>
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There was
good news in Salem from the Mayor as the Developers of the Gateway Center at
the junction of Boston and Bridge Streets came to the decision to separate the
long awaited Senior Center from the rest of the multi–use project. This will
mean the planning for the Senior Center will begin immediately. The plans along with the bidding and
construction are going as planned. The
center could be ready for use by January 2016.
That may be an optimistic estimate, but the City has a large senior
citizen population. Of all the
communities served by North Shore Elder Services, the Salem population will be
most happy and the reward will be most well received. The present Senior Center is old and is
inadequate for the population served.<o:p></o:p></div>
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DANVERS
SWAMPWALK <o:p></o:p></div>
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Several
years ago, a group of dedicated volunteers created a wonderful recreational
asset for the Town of Danvers and the region.
The SwampWalk is located in the northern part of Danvers and directions
can be found on their website. I
recently learned that as a result of the melting of the snow pack and a family
of beavers, the project has had some problems.
I provide information sent to me by the chairman of this project George
Saluto.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>The
bad news:</i> SwampWalk is in worse condition this Spring than last Fall.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>The
good news:</i> The SwampWalk volunteer crew is undaunted, incorporating
professional help, & ready to take on the challenge.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>The
plan:</i> We will both raise the walkway & lower the swamp...& enjoy
the outdoors, as usual, doing it! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Your
part:</i> if so incline to donate funds
&/or standby to haul lumber, screw boards, or simply drop by while we are
working & get a breath of fresh air while checking on our progress.<o:p></o:p></div>
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1.
We need to elevate more of the
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4. Then we will begin raising the walkway
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5.
The Beverly/Salem Water Board is now a player (one of the dams is on
their property).<o:p></o:p></div>
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Late last Fall, the northern section
of SwampWalk saw 200’ under a few inches of water due to the beaver population
raising their dams.If so inclined, Please help us bring SwampWalk back to life.
Please make your tax deductible check out to ‘Town of Danvers-SwampWalk’ and
send to: Kristan Farr, Town Hall, One Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923.<b><i><o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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SPAULDING
HOSPITAL CLOSING <o:p></o:p></div>
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I am
particularly unhappy that the Spaulding Hospital Group has decided to close its
Salem Location. I spent over 100 days at
that location after my leg amputation and learned how to walk again with the
help of the dedicated therapy staff at that location. I also used the support of staff in the
out-patient area. I am still using the
services of the adaptive sports group and I am currently taking a Yoga course
in Salem and am scheduled for a continuing session in the golf program. All of that said, I believe that closing that
location is an immense loss for Salem and the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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NORTH SHORE
ELDER SERVICES NEWS<o:p></o:p></div>
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Healthy
Aging and Healthy Communities by Nora Super, Executive Director, White House
Conference on Aging: Last week, U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julian Castro, U.S.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’
(HHS) Assistant Secretary for Aging Kathy Greenlee, and I hosted a listening
session at the White House with experts in aging, housing, and health care to
hear their ideas and insights about opportunities to help older adults remain
healthy and active in their communities.
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Session participants urged us to break down the silos between housing,
transportation, health care, and long-term services and supports. They also shared wonderful examples of
communities—such as Boston and Reno—who’ve come together to address these
issues with a multifaceted, multidiscipline approach, recognizing that healthy
aging takes place in communities where older adults can be active, find
affordable and appropriate housing, and access needed health and social
services. <o:p></o:p></div>
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COP AA
NEWS <o:p></o:p></div>
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Summer
Barbecue: I want to let you all know
that our Annual Summer BBQ will be on Saturday, June 20 this year, at Winter
Island Park, 50 Winter Park Road in Salem, MA . It is just before Salem Willows
on the right. We will gather in the pavilion, which is at the end of the road
after going through the entrance. There is ample parking, it is under cover so
that in the event of rain, we won't have to worry about having to dodge the
raindrops. There is a ramp for wheelchair access, and for the first time, we
will have indoor bathrooms! It will go
from 11:30am to 2:30pm, the same as last year.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The cost is $10 per person, and if you can bring a dessert, a salad, a
side or an appetizer, that would be great! Just let me know what you plan on
bringing so that we can plan.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We are all looking forward to seeing you there! please rsvp to me or to
Amanda. You can call my home phone at 978-468-3447 or call Amanda at
978-469-1481. This is one of our best events every year, and we want you all to
come and enjoy the day. Getting together with old friends and new is only one
feature to look forward to. Once again, we will have our friend, Roland
Sullivan, do the spread, which will include, hot dogs, burgers, BBQ ribs, BBQ
chicken, mac n cheese, and more.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Do plan on bringing the whole family! Enjoy the rest of your day!<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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DANVERS
COUNCIL ON AGING ACTIVITIES <o:p></o:p></div>
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TRIAD Corner:
The Danvers TRIAD Council is a partnership which includes the Sheriff, District
Attorney of Essex County, the Danvers Police and Fire Chiefs, the Council on
Aging and supportive services, and seniors. Our Triad Council has produced our
second program called “The Triad Corner” with Danvers Community Access
Television (DCAT) to bring more awareness to the public about our Triad
programs. The show was taped on February 25th and will air on DCAT every
Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. from April 4th through May 30th. The show will
also be available anytime in April and May on DCAT’s website: www.danverstv.org
Click on the “Video on Demand” tab at the top of the Home Page. Then click on
“Danvers Access Shows”. Then scroll down to “Triad Corner”, click and the show
will start. You can also enlarge the screen by clicking on the two arrows on
the right side of the bar at the bottom of the small screen. Lew Hathaway,
Triad Chair, is the host for the show and his guest is Pam Parkinson, Director
of the Danvers Council on Aging. “Home SAFE Home” is the topic for this show so
you can learn more about how our Triad programs can help keep you safe in your
home and Pam will provide more information on how the Social Seniors Supportive
Adult Day program at the Danvers Senior Center can help provide a safe “home
away from home” if the need should ever arise.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">BOOK CORNER<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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As many of
you know I am a voracious reader and I just completed one of the most
entertaining books in my recent reading past.
I would strongly recommend “The Girl From Boston” by Anita Diamant The story focuses on a female Jewish
immigrant who grows up in the North End of Boston and is impacted by a
Settlement House that closely reminded me of a similar program at the House of
Seven Gables that I used as a youth in Salem.
The story continued as she grew older and interacts with young men. Ultimately she married, outlived her husband
and bears several very successful children who, like herself, value
education. During several summers in her
youth she attended a camp run by the settlement house for a week in an inn of
sorts In Rockport Ma, and there are vivid descriptions of that part of Essex
County that our friends from Cape Ann will relish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The book was
a joy to read, was very emotional in places and other offerings that she has
written are on my future reading list.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-71167008785053056682015-05-01T10:01:00.000-04:002015-05-01T10:01:16.002-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS April, 2015<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE
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Featured
Partner Event: Pesticides and Bees in Essex County Lecture by Dr. Alex Lu<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 2,
2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Learn about
the effects that pesticide use has had on bees in Essex County, and what we can
do to combat this.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rocks
Village Architectural Tour<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 11,
2015 • 55 East Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join Essex
Heritage and the Buttonwoods Museum for an architectural tour of Rocks Village
-- one of Haverhill's oldest neighborhoods! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex
Heritage Annual Spring Meeting<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 16,
2015 • Everett Mills, 15 Union Street, Lawrence, MA, 01840<o:p></o:p></div>
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We invite
you to participate in this free, valuable morning of networking and regional
engagement. Join us!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Featured
Partner Event: Earth Day Festival<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 26,
2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join
Greenbelt and community partners for an Earth Day Celebration at the Cox
Reservation. <o:p></o:p></div>
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When:
Sunday, April 26th 10am-2pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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Where: Cox
Reservation: 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex MA 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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HERITAGE
HERO EVENT<o:p></o:p></div>
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As the
Heritage Hero dinner approaches, I am writing to ask that you to take action to
support Essex Heritage’s major fundraising event. As previously detailed in the attached
summary, you can help support our worthwhile organization in one or more of the
following ways: Sponsorship, Program Tribute Ad (April 10 deadline), Toast
Sponsorship, and Ticket Purchase. The
event will be held at THE Danversport Yacht Club in Danvers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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To pursue
any of the following opportunities, please contact Development Assistant Robyn
Giannopolo at RobynG@EssexHeritage.org or (978) 740-0444 x130. Thank you for
your Prospective support of Essex Heritage.<o:p></o:p></div>
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SPONSOR
OPPORTUNITIES<o:p></o:p></div>
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$10,000 -
Premier branding at the event including: Speaking opportunity at the event,
Opportunity to include logo on promotional gifts at the event, Corporate banner
on site, Inclusion of your company logo on event save the dates, invitations,
and post-event thank you cards, Prominent promotion at the event, Pre-event
promotion on our website and social media, Top listing on the sponsorship
poster, Table Sign, Top sponsor listing in the program book, Full page, full
color ad on back cover of the program book, Promotion at the event; Exclusive
table for 10 individuals at the event.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$7,500 -
Premier branding at the event including: Corporate banner on site, Inclusion of
your company logo on event invitations and post-event thank you cards,
Prominent promotion at the event, Pre-event promotion on our website and social
media, Listing on the sponsorship poster, Table Sign, Sponsor listing in the
program book, Full page, full color ad inside the program book, Promotion at
the event; Exclusive table for 8 individuals at the event.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$5,000 -
Branding at the event including: Pre-event promotion on our website and social
media, Listing on the sponsorship poster, Table Sign, Sponsor listing in the
program book, Full page ad inside the program book, Promotion at the event;
Exclusive table for 8 individuals at the event.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$2,500 -
Branding at the event including: Table Sign, Sponsor listing in the program
book, Half page ad inside the program book, Promotion at the event; Table for 8
individuals at the event.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$1,500 –
Sponsorship listing in the program book, quarter-page ad in the program book, 6
tickets.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$1,000 – Sponsorship
listing in the program book, quarter-page ad in the program book, 4 tickets.<o:p></o:p></div>
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$265 -
includes 1 ticket and a one line “Toast” (140 characters) in the program book
and a “live-tweet” of your toast the night of the event<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">REGIONAL NEWS <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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SPRING
WEATHER CONDITIONS<o:p></o:p></div>
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After the
incredibly harsh winter with near record snowfalls spring sports at the high
school level and the golfers in the region will likely see delays in those
start up times. Everything might be set
back at the very least a couple of weeks, but maybe spring or very early summer
will arrive in Essex County but do not count on winter being over just because
April has arrived, We have seen major
snow events in April.<o:p></o:p></div>
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CITY OF
SALEM MAKES CHANGES IN LEADERHIP <o:p></o:p></div>
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The City has
made two appointments that impacts public safety and education. They have named a new Police Chief, Mary
Butler, that is the first ever female Police Chief in the Witch City
History. Chief Butler has come from the
police ranks and replaces Chief Paul Tucker who has assumed the role of State
Representative in the State Legislature.
The second appointment was a second woman, Margarita Ruiz who has been
named the new Superintendent of Schools.
Ms. Ruiz lives in Salem and speaks Spanish and that is quite an asset in
Salem which has a large Spanish based population.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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COP-AA
INFORMATIONREPORTS <o:p></o:p></div>
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The efforts
of the leadership of COP-AA is paying off as several contributions have been
made to the organization with hopefully more to come. Work is also being accomplished to add
important board members to the leadership. Several COP-AA members have recently
enjoyed Spaulding Hospital Adaptive sports programs in Skiing and indoor Golf.<o:p></o:p></div>
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OTHER INFORMATION
ABOUT HANDICAPPED PEOPLE<o:p></o:p></div>
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A NIGHT THAT
WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN<o:p></o:p></div>
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The
Challenged Athletes Foundation is honored to share that A Celebration of Will,
A CAF Gala to Honor the Legacy of Robin Williams, held on March 7th, was a huge
success. Thanks to the generosity of our anonymous matching donor, sponsors,
donors, guests, incredible table captains and co-chairs Jeff Jacobs and Jeffrey
Essakow, over $3 million dollars was raised and placed in the Challenged
Athletes Foundation Endowment in Memory of Robin Williams.<o:p></o:p></div>
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480
supporters gathered at the beautiful Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa to
celebrate WILL and pay tribute to a dear friend and long-time CAF supporter
Robin Williams. The evening was filled with uplifting and transformational
moments including dance performances by a CAF athlete, Paralympic medalist and
Dancing with the Stars fan favorite, Amy Purdy.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There is
still time for you to help carry on Robin's legacy and support CAF's mission.
Each dollar raised will continue to be generously matched and placed in the
Challenged Athletes Foundation Endowment in Memory of Robin Williams. You can
donate directly at Donate CAF.com.<o:p></o:p></div>
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INFORMATION
FROM NORTH SHORE ELDER SERVICES<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Are You
Ready for Primetime?</i><o:p></o:p></div>
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Every day in
this country, 10,000 Baby Boomers are turning 65 years old! How many are ready for the primetime of their
lives? Some, but unfortunately not
most. Faced with vital questions as they
near retirement years, many are not fully informed to make knowledgeable
decisions such as: <o:p></o:p></div>
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• When should I access my Social Security
benefits? What do I give up or gain if I
retire early at age 62 or wait until I am at least 70?<o:p></o:p></div>
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•
How do I make the best selection among the array of Medicare coverage
options - Medicare Parts A, B, and D as well as Medicare Advantage plans? When and how should I enroll in Medicare?<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Should I have an executed Health Care Proxy in
effect? What is it and what does it
do? How is it different from a living
will?<o:p></o:p></div>
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These are
just some of the questions to be addressed in a free series geared for Baby
Boomers - and anyone else - who want to know more about Medicare, Social
Security, and health care proxies and living wills. <o:p></o:p></div>
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North Shore
Elder Services is sponsoring <i>Are You
Ready for Primetime?</i> seminar sessions on the last Wednesday of March,
April, and May. Each session will be
lead an expert on the topic and will emphasize practical, “how-to” and “why”
information. Sessions are offered from
1:30 to 3:00 p.m. and repeated the same day from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></div>
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March 25 Health Care Proxies led by Ellen DiPaolo,
Esq., Honoring Choices MA<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 29 Social Security led by Thomas
Riquier, CPU, The Retirement Center<o:p></o:p></div>
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May 27 Medicare led by Irene
O’Donnell, SHINE Program<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sessions are
free. Pre-registration is required. Register for any one or all three topics.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
www.regonline.com/primetime;
978 750 4540; info@nselder.org<o:p></o:p></div>
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Please share
with contacts within your network.<o:p></o:p></div>
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ST JOHN’S
PREP Information <o:p></o:p></div>
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We shared
this update with faculty and staff today and thought you would be interested in
seeing it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dear Colleagues:<o:p></o:p></div>
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A blizzard of snow
days and vacation this month have left us all scrambling to catch up and get
back into something of a routine. Despite these interruptions in day-to-day
school life, however, much progress has been made in admission, construction
and fundraising. We wanted to touch base on initiatives in all three areas.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Admission<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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The Office of
Admission has been especially busy during the past few months—conducting
interviews, hosting a variety of on-campus and off-campus events, and
processing applications for both the Middle School and the High School. Letters
of acceptance were posted on Veracross and put into the mail on February 5 for
the High School and on February 15 for the Middle School. Applications for the
High School were up by three percent over last year, and applications for the
Middle School were right on track to reach our enrollment goals for September
2015.<o:p></o:p></div>
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During the next four
weeks you will see more families and students on campus for Middle School
revisit days and the High School Eagle for a Day shadow program.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We are approaching the Middle School
faculty hiring process in three phases. Phase one is complete, phase two is
underway now, and based on what we expect for enrollment, we plan to move on to
phase three.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Advancement<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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We are happy to report
significant gains in the area of fundraising. More than $9.2 million has been
raised for the Prep 20/20 campaign. These funds will support endowment growth
and construction of the wellness center. The Fund for St. John’s, which
includes parent philanthropy, continues to track ahead of where we were at this
time last year. We hope to raise $1.5 million by June 30. As you know, annual
giving supports every aspect of school life, including tuition assistance,
facilities, and academic programs. Your participation—through your time, talent
and treasure—has helped us reach these significant heights in our advancement
efforts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Construction and Campus Planning<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Progress on our
construction projects continues to be on schedule, despite the never-ending
snowstorms! During February break, crews successfully extended the sprinkler
system to all classrooms in Brother Benjamin Hall. They also began demolition
work in the basement, where lockers for the Middle School will be built during
the summer. We will use April vacation week for additional building
infrastructure work in Benjamin Hall.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Windover and their
teams have powered through the cold and snow to stay on schedule with the new
High School Academic Building. Crews continue to work on installation of the
mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and almost all of the windows are
in place now. Exterior brick work will resume when the weather allows.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As construction work continues, plans
for the packing and moving process are underway, too. Steve Cunningham will be
in touch with you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Preliminary
information outlining the process and the support that will be in place to
ensure that everyone is packed up by the beginning of June.<o:p></o:p></div>
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With your dedication and support, we
have been able to accomplish a great deal in the past few months. Please know
that we appreciate all you do for St. John’s.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Peace and prayers, Ed Hardiman, Headmaster<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">SPORTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Boston
Professional Sports<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Red Sox
have started Spring Training and it appears that pitching will be a bit of a
problem, but they have gathered s number of professional hitters.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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Both the
Bruins and Celtics are playing well and the playoffs seem possible for both
winter sports teams.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Patriots
won a thrilling Super Bowl 49, but in just a few days after the win, players
were leaving for greener pastures. A
re-building effort for 2015 will be a must.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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Local High
School Championships<o:p></o:p></div>
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Congratulations
to the Hamilton/Wenham Generals and the Danvers Falcons for their State
Basketball wins. That was the third in
the last four years for the Danvers boys.
A Real Dynasty. Congratulations
to St Johns Prep for their efforts in the Super Eight Hockey Tournament against
Malden Catholic They came from the
fifth seed to win the tournament.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-13862166974818721192015-02-27T10:57:00.000-05:002015-02-27T10:58:25.057-05:00Essex Happenings March 2015<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
What we have experienced this past month is SNOW, ICE. COLD, WIND AND
MORE SNOW. WE SURRENDER. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. We are flying the white flag.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage Events<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Cape Ann Birding Weekend<o:p></o:p></div>
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February 27, 2015 to March 1, 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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Cape Ann is known worldwide for its exciting concentrations of winter
seabirds! Enjoy this weekend full of events for all levels of birders.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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Featured Partner Event: Planting an Essex County Pollinator Garden
Lecture by Kim Smith<o:p></o:p></div>
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March 5, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 1929<o:p></o:p></div>
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The second session in "Greenbelt’s pollinator film/lecture series
will feature local designer, writer, filmmaker and gardening expert Kim Smith.
Kim specializes in creating pollinator gardens, as well as filming the
butterflies that her plants attract.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Featured Partner Event: Pesticides and Bees in Essex County Lecture by
Dr. Alex Lu<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 2, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Learn about the effects that pesticide use has had on bees in Essex
County, and what we can do to combat this.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
Rocks Village Architectural Tour<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 11, 2015 • 55 East Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join Essex Heritage and the Buttonwoods Museum for an architectural
tour of Rocks Village -- one of Haverhill's oldest neighborhoods!</div>
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<br /></div>
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Essex Heritage Annual Spring Meeting<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 16, 2015 • Everett Mills, 15 Union Street, Lawrence, MA, 01840<o:p></o:p></div>
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We invite you to participate in this free, valuable morning of
networking and regional engagement. Join us!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Heritage Hero Award Dinner 2015<o:p></o:p></div>
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May 7, 2015 • Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott Street, Danvers, MA,
01923<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join us in honoring three incredibly deserving individuals who, over a
span of 50 years, have collectively inspired a powerful land conservation ethos
in Essex County and beyond.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Regional
News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Salem has three finalists for the
position of new Police Chief<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Interviews will be conducted in the near term to select a replacement
for ex-chief Paul Tucker who has gone onto to the state legislature. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ST JOHN’S PREP NEWS <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To Members of the Prep Community,<o:p></o:p></div>
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We’ve been a little preoccupied with the mounting piles of snow on
campus of late, but this has not slowed progress on construction of our new
High School Academic Building. As
planned, the building is enclosed and weather-tight for the winter with
temporary heat to keep workers cozy inside. They have been installing the
mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems throughout the building's five
floors even as the snow was flying. Fortunately, all of the major large
mechanical components are onsite and in the building. They were delivered and
put in place before Mother Nature unleashed winter on us.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On the outside of the building, the air and vapor barrier system is
complete, about 2/3 of the windows are in place, the zinc panels on the roof
are installed, and brick has been put in place on the building’s south facade.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The quality of construction has been at a high level and we are on
budget and on schedule, as planned. Thanks to the folks at Windover
Construction and Flansburgh Architects for their diligence and professionalism
in getting us to this point.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On the Middle School front, our plan is in place for renovations to
Brother Benjamin Hall during the summer. We will be getting a jump start on
sprinkler system modifications and other behind-the-scenes work during the
February and April vacations so that we can hit the ground running when
students complete school in early June.
If you have any questions about the project, please don't hesitate to
reach out to me at scunningham@stjohnsprep.org.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Three Prep Alumni featured by
Forbes 30 under 30<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Three young alums were named to Forbes 30 under 30 lists!
Congratulations to Jay Greenberg ’04, Bo Burnham ’08 and Deckard Sorensen ’08
for the very impressive recognition! Learn more about Bo, Deckard, and Jay
here.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Boston Business Breakfast For
alumni <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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February 20 -<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>The Business Breakfast is back! Join us at the Boston College Club on 100
Federal Street on Friday, February 20 from 7:30 - 9:00 am. We are excited for
Drew LeBlanc ’05, Director of Analytics of SAP,
to share his playbook on how to maximize career opportunities. Please register
online in advance.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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March 19 - Washington D.C. Alumni Reception –<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Catch
up with the Prep on Thursday, March 19 from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Rayburn House
Office Building on Capitol Hill! Meet Keith Crowley, Principal/Associate Head
of School, host Bill McCann ’90 and fellow St. John’s alumni for cocktails and
the latest on what’s happening back on campus! Register online by March 13,
guests welcome.<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 1 - Chicago Alumni Reception -
Did you know that there are over 80 Prep grads living in the Chicago
area? Paul Sternlieb ’90 is hosting a
happy hour and casual get-together at the University Club of Chicago from 6 pm
to 8 pm. It's a great way to meet fellow Prep grads in the Windy City. Register
online by March 23.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• University Club of
Chicago<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Wednesday, April 1
from 6-8 pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Guests welcome<o:p></o:p></div>
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April 13 & 14 – NEW DATES - New York City Alumni Receptions<o:p></o:p></div>
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The NYC alumni receptions have been rescheduled for Monday, April 13 at
Soho House and Tuesday, April 14 at the Harvard Club. Limited space is still
available. Online registration in advance is required.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Soho House -
Monday, April 13 from 6-8 pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Harvard Club -
Tuesday, April 14 from 7:30-9 am<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Guests welcome<o:p></o:p></div>
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Career Opportunities for Middle School Faculty & Staff<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>The
new St. John’s Middle School will open in
September 2015, and the hiring process is underway now. For more information,
please see the careers page on the Prep website. If you would like to be
considered for a position, please complete the following:<o:p></o:p></div>
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For information about other scheduled events, check out the alumni
events page.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Thanks,<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Andrew
Frates ‘06<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Alumni Programs Coordinator<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NEW ENGLAND SPORTS ICONIC MOMENT
CREATED<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Malcolm Butler’s Game Winning interception - The spectacular
interception sealed the 4TH Super Bowl title for the New England Patriots.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NEWS from Danvers Historical
Society<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Congratulations to the Society and the Director of Glen Magna Farms in
Danvers on the recognition and the Award they received from the Wedding Wire Couples Choice as their
choice of the Iconic Danvers Location for the 2015. Couples Choice Danvers
Location is not surprised at the Award.
Anyone that has ever attended an event at the Glen Magna was not
surprised by the award. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NEWS FROM NSES<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This is from the blog of Nora Super, the Exec. Director of the White
House Conference on Aging.<o:p></o:p></div>
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President Announces New and Enhanced Initiatives to Support Older
Americans<o:p></o:p></div>
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3 February 2015 by Nora Super (reprinted from the blog)<o:p></o:p></div>
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The President’s 2016 Budget will help ensure that older Americans enjoy
not only longer but healthier lives. The Budget makes a number of commitments
to enhance, advance, and create opportunity for older Americans, especially in
the four focus areas of the 2015 White House Conference on Aging: retirement
security, healthy aging, long-term care services and supports, and elder
justice.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Let me say a little about a few of the Budget items in each area of
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To enhance retirement security, the President is committed to ensuring
that Social Security is solvent and viable for the American people, now and in
the future. The Administration will
oppose any measures that privatize or weaken the Social Security system and
will not accept an approach that slashes benefits for future generations or
reduces basic benefits for current beneficiaries.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Additionally, as many as 78 million working Americans - about half the
workforce - don't have a retirement savings plan at work. Fewer than 10 percent
of those without plans at work contribute to a plan of their own. The
President’s Budget expands retirement opportunities for all Americans to help
families save and give them better choices to reach a secure retirement.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To support healthy aging, the Budget proposes a set of initiatives to
strengthen Medicare by more closely aligning payments with the costs of
providing care, encouraging health care providers to deliver better care and
better outcomes for their patients, and improving access to care for
beneficiaries. In addition, the Budget includes proposals that would build a
stronger foundation for Medicare's future.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To provide relief from increased prescription drug costs, the Budget
proposes to close the Medicare Part D donut hole for brand drugs by 2017,
rather than 2020, by increasing discounts from the pharmaceutical industry. The
Budget also proposes to provide the Secretary of Health and Human Services with
new authority to negotiate with manufacturers on prices for high cost drugs and
biologics covered under the Part D program. These proposals represent a few
amongst a range of potential options, and the Administration looks forward to
working with Congress to address growing drug costs. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Recognizing the importance of nutrition to healthy aging, the Budget
provides over $874 million for Nutrition Services programs, a $60 million
increase over the 2015 enacted level, allowing States to provide 208 million
meals to over 2 million older Americans nation-wide, helping to halt the
decline in service levels for the first time since 2010. In addition, the Budget helps provide
supportive housing for very low-income elderly households, including frail
elderly, to allow seniors to age in a stable environment and help them access
human services.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To ensure older individuals and people with disabilities receive
services in the most appropriate setting, the Budget proposes expanded access
to Medicaid home and community-based long-term care services and supports.
First, the Budget expands and simplifies eligibility to encourage more States
to provide home and community-based care in their Medicaid programs. The Budget
proposes expanding and improving the “Money Follows the Person” re-balancing
demonstration, which helps States provide opportunities for older Americans and
people with disabilities to transition back to the community from institutions.
The Budget also includes a comprehensive long-term care pilot for up to five
States to test, at an enhanced Federal match rate, a more streamlined approach
to delivering long-term care services and supports to support greater access
and improve quality of care.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Budget also includes increased discretionary resources for the
Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) program, which make it easier for
Americans nation-wide to learn about and access their health and long-term care
services and support options. ADRCs support State efforts to create
consumer-friendly entry points into long-term care services at the community
level.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Family Support Initiative will assist family members supporting
older adults or people with disabilities across the lifespan. It will
complement nearly $50 million in new resources for existing aging programs that
are already providing critical help and supports to seniors and their
caregivers, such as respite and transportation assistance.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To support evidence-based interventions to reduce elder abuse, neglect
and financial exploitation, the Budget includes $25 million in discretionary
resources for Elder Justice Act programs authorized under the Affordable Care
Act. These resources will support standards and infrastructure to improve
detection and reporting of elder abuse; grants to States to pilot a new
reporting system; and funding to support a coordinated Federal research
portfolio to better understand and prevent the abuse and exploitation of
vulnerable adults.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Taken together, these and other initiatives in the Budget will help to
change the aging landscape in America to reflect new realities and new
opportunities for older Americans, and they will support the dignity,
independence, and quality of life of older Americans at a time when we’re
seeing a huge surge in the number of older adults.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As many of you are aware, 2015 marks the 50th Anniversary of Medicare,
Medicaid, and the Older Americans Act, as well as the 80th Anniversary of
Social Security. The commitments made to support older adults in the
President’s Budget are a fitting way to mark these anniversaries, and to help
fulfill the promise of a better future for older Americans—and for all of
us—that is inherent in these landmark pieces of legislation.</div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-33456813054521458072015-02-05T11:56:00.001-05:002015-02-05T11:56:59.501-05:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS FEB 2015<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">ESSEX HERITAGE NEWS</span></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/merrimack-river-eagle-festival-2015"><b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Merrimack River Eagle
Festival 2015</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">February 7, 2015 • Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats Education Center,
1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA, 01950</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Get ready to celebrate the seasonal return of Bald Eagles to the
Merrimack Valley!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/2014-photo-contest-reception" style="color: #972900; font-weight: bold; outline: 0px;">2014 Photo Contest Reception</a></div>
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<span class="date-display-single" content="2015-02-11T18:00:00-05:00" datatype="xsd:dateTime" property="dc:date">February 11, 2015</span> • Hunt's Photo & Video, 100 Main St, Melrose, MA, 02176</div>
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Join us at a reception celebrating the 2014 Photo Contest winners<span style="font-size: 14px;">!</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-vanishing-bees-film-screening">Featured Partner Event: "Vanishing of the Bees" Film Screening</a></span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">February 12, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Join Greenbelt for the kickoff of their new pollinator film/lecture series.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/cape-ann-birding-weekend">Cape Ann Birding Weekend</a></span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">February 27, 2015 to March 1, 2015</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Cape Ann is known worldwide for its exciting concentrations of
winter seabirds! Enjoy this weekend full of events for all levels of birders.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-planting-essex-county-pollinator-garden-lecture-kim-smith"><b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Featured Partner Event:
Planting an Essex County Pollinator Garden Lecture by Kim Smith</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">March 5, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA,
1929</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The second session in "Greenbelt’s pollinator film/lecture
series will feature local designer, writer, filmmaker and gardening expert Kim
Smith. Kim specializes in creating pollinator gardens, as well as filming the
butterflies that her plants attract.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/featured-partner-event-pesticides-and-bees-essex-county-lecture-dr-alex-lu"><b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Featured Partner Event:
Pesticides and Bees in Essex County Lecture by Dr. Alex Lu</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">April 2, 2015 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA,
01929</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Learn about the effects that pesticide use has had on bees in
Essex County, and what we can do to combat this.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/rocks-village-architectural-tour"><b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Rocks Village
Architectural Tour</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">April 11, 2015 • 55 East Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Join Essex Heritage and the Buttonwoods Museum for an
architectural tour of Rocks Village -- one of Haverhill's oldest neighborhoods!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">We invite you to participate in this free, valuable morning of
networking and regional engagement. Join us!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Danvers, MA, 01923</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Join us in honoring three incredibly deserving individuals who,
over a span of 50 years, have collectively inspired a powerful land
conservation ethos in Essex County and beyond.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/camp-denison-conservation-area"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Camp Denison
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Camp Denison Conservation Area is forty-four
acres of conservation land located in the Town of Georgetown, MA.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/camp-denison-conservation-area"><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">See listing</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/cox-reservation"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Cox Reservation (Allyn
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The Cox Reservation consists of two
parcels: a four-acre woodlot on nearby Lufkin Street and the 26 acres of
upland, salt marsh, farmland with house and barn, and river frontage on Eastern
Avenue...</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/house-seven-gables"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">House of the Seven
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Discover 330 years of Salem's history
as you experience this collection of historic buildings located on Salem
Harbor. When you arrive at The House of the Seven Gables - which
constitutes its own...</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Center and Wildlife Sanctuary</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The Joppa Flats Education Center is
located at the gateway to one of the country's most productive year-round
wildlife viewing areas -- the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge and the
Plum...</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/parker-river-national-wildlife-refuge-prnwr"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Parker River National
Wildlife Refuge (PRNWR)</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
was established in 1942 primarily to provide feeding, nesting and resting
habitat for migratory birds.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/salem-maritime-national-historic-site"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Salem Maritime National
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Salem Maritime, the first National
Historic Site in the National Park System, was established to preserve and
interpret the maritime history of New England and the United States.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/1640-hart-house"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">1640 Hart House</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">The quaintest place in all New
England!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/27-front-st-marblehead-summer-house"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">27 Front St. Marblehead
Summer House</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Stay in the heart of Old Town
Marblehead 200 yards from the Boston Yacht Club.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/27-front-st-marblehead-summer-house"><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">See listing</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/attractions/5-corners-kitchen"><b><span style="color: #393939; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">5 Corners Kitchen</span></b></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">At 5 Corners Kitchen we are committed
to making our food by hand and from scratch using natural ingredients. All of our
charcuterie, pasta, and all smoked foods are hand-made in our kitchen.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #792713; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">About Essex Heritage</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Essex Heritage is a non-profit
organization that <b>rallies</b> our community around saving the unique
character of Essex County. We are the only organization that <b>connects</b>
the people who live in the 34 cities and towns within our county.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Our job is to get residents to <b>actively
support</b> over 10,000 historic places that make this area such a great place
to live. We do this by offering <b>creative events</b> like Trails & Sails,
where you can have 150 unique experiences in 6 days.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">What’s most exciting about our
organization is that we’re <b>forward thinking</b>. We focus on engaging folks
at every age, enabling them to experience all the wonderful places that
surround us here <b>because nowhere else…</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Can you see the lighthouse whose
keeper saved the USS Constitution;</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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homes on your way to work.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Because nowhere else… would we rather
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1996, The Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage) has championed
the heritage development of Essex County by fostering public-private
partnerships that preserve and enhance the significant aspects of the region’s
history, cultural heritage and character. We look forward to working with you
to promote the sustainability of this great region. Some of our current
initiatives include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Challenge<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Local<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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(a film)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Walks & Water<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">and
much, much more! Learn more about our accomplishments here.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Local Woman named to Governor Elect Charlie
Butler’s Leadership Team<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Several
years ago, when Annie Harris and I were creating the Essex Heritage Concept, we
worked at the Salem Partnership, that helped create ESSEX HERITAGE with a young
lady who was most talented and capable.
Those capabilities and her work ethic have led to her recent appointment
to lead the new Governor’s budget office. Ms. Kristen Lepore of Danvers has held a
number of Federal and State positions in the Commonwealth including a term with
Governor Paul Cellucci. We wish Kristen
much success in her new role and are more than certain that she will play a
strong role on the Baker team. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">IMPORTANT:
Danvers Council on Aging has a new real time online registration system!! To
register, you will need to first set up an account for your household. The
registration must be done by everyone regardless of previous activity with Danvers
Council on Aging. This new real time registration system will create a more
streamlined process for all of our customers.
The initial account set up should take no longer than fifteen minutes
and can be done as you are registering. If you have not yet registered for a
program but will be, please take 10-15 minutes to “Create an Account” with
Danvers Council on Aging on our new system. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">SOCIAL SENIORS SUPPORTIVE ADULT DAY
PROGRAM <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
Danvers Council on Aging is pleased to announce that we are accepting
applications for participation in our unique Supportive Day Program. This
program provides a variety of engaging activities designed to promote
socialization with other seniors in a safe and nurturing environment. The
advantages are numerous and have provided benefits to both the participant and
family member/caregiver alike. We are happy to offer a risk “FREE” trial day to
experience the program first hand. Financial assistance is also available for
Danvers residents 60 and older through the generosity of the Clara & Harvey
Pillsbury Foundation. For more information please call Allison Jopling, R.N.,
Program Coordinator at (978) 762-0208.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Timely
Topics 10:30am-11:30am<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There
is no charge for this event but if you plan on attending please call
978-762-0208 or sign up at the front desk for this presentation so that we can
plan appropriate space.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">• December 3rd – “Java with a Jake” – Join us
for a cup of coffee with members of the Danvers Fire Department for another
installment of our series “Java with a Jake”. This month, Deputy Chief James
McPherson and Captain James Brooks will discuss holiday safety. Discussion will
include: extension cords, candles, indoor and outdoor lights, trees and more.
Make sure you come to this program to learn how to have a safe and enjoyable
holiday! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">• Please join us on Wednesday, December 10th
from 10:30 to 11:30 for a free Winter Safety Workshop. The workshop will be
presented by Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students from North Shore
Community College. Topics will include snow removal tips and tricks, strategies
for safe driving, and transportation alternatives. We will also discuss tips
for staying warm and minimizing your risk for falls as you are out and about
this winter. Light refreshments will be provided, all are encouraged to
attend!"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Danvers Historic holiday Events<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Upcoming
Events <o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Visit
full listing at DanversHistory.Org for current details<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We
Make History Fun!<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Historic
Properties<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Every
2nd Friday, through November 14th, 2014<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Time:
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">1:00
PM film at Tapley Hall: Colonials and the British<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">$15
at the door for all four properties.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Location:
Page House, Rebecca Nurse Homestead,Judge Samuel Holten House and Tapley
Memorial Hall, 13 Page St. Danvers.
Learn more at DCAT Intern Productions here<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Onion
Town Variety Show<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Every
2nd Friday, through November 14th, 2014<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">7:00
to 9:00 P.M. $5 for non-performers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Please
visit the list of Danvers Access Shows at DCAT<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Tapley
Memorial Hall, 13 Page St. Danvers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Speaker
Series: Soup Kitchens<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Thursday,
November 20th 7:00 P.M.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Tapley
Memorial Hall, 13 Page St. Danvers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Brian
O'Loughlin presents a talk on the Soup Kitchen and its role in the community
throughout history. Reservations appreciated to help with hall set up. Please
bring canned goods for the People to People Danvers Food Pantry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Parking
on Page St. or in the Community Lot at the corner of Page and Elm Streets. RSVP
to 978.777.1666 or E-mail to dhs@danvershistory.org . FREE and ALL are welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Parade
of Trees:</span></u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Dec 3rd through 6th event details<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Become
involved, please decorate a tree or wreath. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> See details and guidelines.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Wednesday,
3rd: Preview Party 5:30 - 8pm<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> FREE
for tree & wreath donors. $10 general admission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Thursday,
4th: 1-8pm FREE admission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> 6:30pm:Theatrical reading of the Polar
Express, details<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Friday,
5th: 1-5pm FREE admission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturday
6th: 10am-5pm FREE admission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> 3:30-4:30 Roaming Magician: Jay
Fraser <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturday:
5:15pm all trees & wreaths raffled to lucky winners!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Christmas
at Glen Magna Farms<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Fri-Sun
Dec. 5th - Dec. 7th. Full Developing Details<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
Society and The National Association of Women Artists are celebrating their
125th Anniversaries!! Local florists will deck the halls of the Endicott
Mansion. This weekend of events is not to be missed!! Candy Shoppe on site,
featuring Harbor Sweets!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gala
Celebration: Friday Dec. 5th tickets
sure to sell out!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">National
Association of Women Artists Art Show</span></u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Sat. 6th 9am-3pm & Sun. 7th
10am-5pm<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">High
School Chamber Chorus: Sat. Dec. 6th 1pm at Art Show<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Meet
The Artists: Sat. Dec 6th, 3-5pm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gilded
Harps: Sat. Dec. 6th, 3-5pm at Reception<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Tea
at Endicott Mansion: Sun. Dec.7th, 11:30am
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">
tickets sure to sell out!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Holiday
Concert: The Essex Harmony<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sunday,
Dec. 14th 3:00 P.M. Tapley Memorial Hall, 13 Page St. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
Essex Harmony, Artists-In-Residence of the Society, will perform. This mixed
media, acapella concert is directed by Tom Carmody. More about The Essex
Harmony. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Donations
encouraged. Proceeds benefit the ongoing preservation mission of the Society,
including supplies for our Artists-In-Residence. Reservations appreciated to
help with hall set up. Parking on Page St. or in the Community Lot at the
corner of Page and Elm Streets. RSVP to 978.777.1666 or E-mail to
dhs@danvershistory.org . <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">FREE
and ALL are welcome! Donations encouraged<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Speaker
Series</span></u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> - check our website often for details<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Feb. 19th, David McKenna, Native
Americans in Danvers<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> March 19th, Dana Smith, Underground
Railroad<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> April 21st, George Saluto, Photography
Past to Present<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Heritage
Films</span></u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> - NEW RELEASE: Dan Tremblay, Topsfield Fair
Trustee and Danvers Historical Society Member, has prepared a 2.5 hour film of
this year's Topsfield Fair, America's Oldest Country Fair. It would make a
wonderful keepsake gift, especially entertaining for the elderly who could not
attend, and reflects the wonderful Essex County annual event we've all
witnessed. Order your DVD thru the Danvers Historical Society. $19.95. Allow 4
days to process.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">St. John’s Prep Information</span></b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">
<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Alumni
Christmas Party</span></u><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> - December 3<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Host
Joe Milano ‘62 invites all alumni to this annual event at the Union Oyster
House on Wednesday December 3 from 6-8 pm. Enjoy an evening of relaxing
conversation and holiday merriment as you reconnect with classmates and friends
over savory hors d’oeuvres and refreshing beverages. Take this opportunity to
celebrate the holiday season with the local Prep community at the Union Oyster
House – a Boston landmark and America’s oldest restaurant. Please register in
advance PLEASE<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Boys and Girls Club of Greater Salem<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A
major event to support the club will be offered early in 2015 See details that
follow <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
date of the Champion for Kids Celebration honoring Mayor Driscoll has been
changed to accommodate the Salem High School Band. I am so happy to tell you
that the great High School Band will be part of the event.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
date is now firmly established for Sunday, January 25th from 6 to 9 PM. (There are no NFL football games scheduled
that day.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">COP-AA ACTIVITIES<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Many
thanks to my former Employer…The Salem Five Bank for their generous grant to
support the broad and encompassing program of COP-AA as they continue to offer
support programs for people that have suffered Amputations in this Region.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">HOLIDAY WISHES<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We certainly wish all of you our heartiest wishes for a wonderful
holiday at the end of this year, and offer our best wishes for a great New Year
2015.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-8803971819311006952014-10-31T10:24:00.000-04:002014-10-31T10:24:33.866-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Heritage Early November Events<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Heritage Semi Annual Meeting</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Heritage's Annual Fall Meeting
was on Thursday, October 23, at The Governor's Academy in Byfield with 8AM: Continental
Breakfast Reception and 8:30 - 10AM: Business Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In the next edition of this BLOG, I
will report on the results of this meeting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Featured Partner Event: True Yankees<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">November 6, 2014 at 7PM• Salem
Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Drawing on private journals, letters,
ships’ logs, memoirs, and newspaper accounts, Dane Morrison, Professor of Early
American History at Salem State University, will discuss America’s earliest
encounters on a global stage through the exhilarating experiences of Yankee
seafarers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Regional Education Forum<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">November 12, 2014 at 8:30AM to 2:30PM•
Maritime Gloucester and Cape Ann Museum, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Heritage is hosting another education forum for heritage sites, organizations, and education professionals
to share best practices, encourage collaboration, and learn about
opportunities. Join us and your professional colleagues at the next forum on
Wednesday, November 12. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables: The Schooner Fame<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">November 19, 2014 at 6PM• The House of the Seven Gables, United
States, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Capt. Mike Rutstein will share
Schooner Fame’s story: its plan, the selection of trees and building in Essex. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Featured Partner Event: Mutt Strut with Greenbelt<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">November 23, 2014 • Tompson Street
Reservation, Fernald Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Join Greenbelt's Land Conservation
Director, David Santomenna and his dog and Greenbelt mascot, Shiloh, for a
dog-walk within Greenbelt's largest reservation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">We wish all a safe Halloween and a Happy Thanksgiving.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">We certainly hope that all of you
enjoy the spectacular American family holiday of Thanksgiving. For most of us, it is a day of family dining
and local community football sporting events.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In the case of Salem and other
communities in this region that celebrate Halloween, we hope that the events
connected with the holiday are special and economically profitable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Other Regional News <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Boys and Girls Club Information<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Danvers and Salem Ninety Nine
Restaurants are raising funds for our Club by selling special Boys & Girls
Club meals, hosting a breakfast, selling t-shirts, holding a Jack O'Lantern
silent auction, a raffle and more to raise funds to support our Club. Please
stop by the Ninety Nine Restaurants in Danvers and Salem. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Here is how you can help
according to the Ninety-Nine Restaurants:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Ninety Nine will donate $1 to your local Boys & Girls
Club chapter when you order the Boys & Girls Club Sandwich, Entrée or
Slice of Pie, and we’ll donate $3 when you take home a Whole Pie! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Purchase a commemorative bracelet for $5. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Add $1, $3, $5 or more to your guest check.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">All the funds raised in these ways will go to the Boys and
Girls Club.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Bike Safety<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Boston Globe regional issues have
been expanded with more content and in a recent issue of the North Region, it
was noted that bike accidents in this region are up by almost 10%. Essex Heritage is one organization that has
espoused the increase of recreational trails in the region. This position may have helped drive the
accident higher, but I suspect that the majority of the increase in accidents and even deaths has come from
city street accidents. I expect these
accident numbers are too high and the local government leaderships should take
these issues seriously and consider changes in signage, road markings and intersection re-configurations, when
possible, to help reverse the accident, injury and death trend that is
climbing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Update on New Danvers Town Manager<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Town of Danvers has conducted a
series of interviews and has made a preliminary offer to <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mr. Steve Bartha of Avon,
Connecticut. The thought is that the
Danvers Selectmen and Mr. Bartha are close to an employment agreement and he
could begin work in Danvers in early December.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Last Report on Recently Resigned Town Manager Marquis <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The North Shore Elder Service
Organization annually holds a “We Give Thanks Award Evening” and as a member of
that Board I have nominated Wayne Marquis for the Civic Engagement Award. The
process of choosing a winner in this category is ongoing and may be crowded,
but regardless my nomination was offered.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Update on Salem Police Chief</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Kim Driscoll, the Mayor of Salem, is
investigating methods to open up the application process for the next police chief
in Salem. This process will include
looking outside the standard Civil Service process. This process is a real effort for the Salem
Mayor as the current Chief is the odds on favorite to win the November election
to replace Salem State Representative John Keenan. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">City of Salem Eligible for Federal Funds<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The City of Salem was one of ten
communities across the Commonwealth that is eligible. The funding included planning and safety and
controls. The City will be legible for a $4
to $5 million annuity from the Department of Transportation. In a statement from Mayor Kim Driscoll she
indicated how pleased she was for the award and the grant would help complete
local streets. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Recent Dedication of Housing<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Town on North Andover recently
held a dedication service to celebrate the completion of the first Veteran
Housing created in that community in over a half a century. A run down and
foreclosed three story building been renovated and offers three apartments to veterans and families that will now be occupied
after a $60,000 commitment was made by the Town Meeting to complete this task. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Danvers Historical Society <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From the <i>Danvers Historical Society News</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The following letter was recently
sent to the Preservation Committee by officials of The Danvers Historical
Society to preserve and protect the identified historic homed in Danvers <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Dear members of Danvers Preservation Commission Town Hall<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sylvan Street<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Danvers, MA 01923<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Dear Members:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Danvers Historical Society was
established in 1889 to educate present and future generations of the public
about the history and development of Danvers. The town has the good fortune to
have a number of homes that are significant, due to their architecture and/or
their historical connection. Though the Danvers Historical Society continues to
preserve several fine structures as house museums open to the public, our
town’s rich heritage includes many other structures just as significant as the
ones we maintain. To loose Danvers homes which are so important to local,
regional, and even national history would be both a tragedy to our heritage,
and a loss to our community.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Presently two such dwellings are
under the threat of obliteration: the ca. 1660s “First Period”
Porter-Bradstreet House on upper Locust Street, and the 1895 “Queen Anne
Revival” A. F. Welch House next to St. Mary of the Annunciation Church at 22
Conant Street.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Both of these houses are wonderful and visually superb
examples of their architectural era. They posses a rich history, and are an
essential part of their neighborhood, streetscape, and environment. To lose
such signature structures forever to mundane uses would be a travesty to the
present and to future generations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">We urge those good people in whose
hands rest the power to destroy part of our communal heritage, to find a viable
solution to preserve both these dwellings so they are not just a memory and a
statement of crass 21 century development, but rather a shining example of how
thoughtful people can preserve the best of the past for their own benefit and
for the benefit of their community.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Danvers Council on Aging Material<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From the Social Senior Supportive Day
Program:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Our Supportive Day Program has begun the process of accepting
applications for participation in our unique program. We have increased days of
operation from 3 to 4 days per week. The new days of operation are
Monday-Thursday from 9am-3pm. This program can benefit both participant and
caregiver alike by providing services tailored to individual need and interest.
If you or someone you know could benefit from socialization with others in a
caring and friendly environment, please give us a call. We are happy to offer a
risk “FREE” trial day to experience all we have to offer. Danvers residents 60
and older may be eligible for financial assistance through the generosity of
the Clara & Harvey Pillsbury Foundation. Call (978) 762-0208 and ask to
speak with Allison Jopling, R.N., Program Coordinator.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Town Wide Open House<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Town Open House Program was held
on Thursday, October 9th from 4-7pm. The Danvers Senior Center highlighted the
various TRIAD programs that were designed for the safety of seniors in Danvers.
Don’t forget that you can hop on the Trolley from the Senior Center to visit
Danvers Fire Department, Electric Department, Town Hall, Police Headquarters
and the Peabody Institute Library. The
event was well attended and is held annually to point out community resources
to residents.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Fall Recreational Reading<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As always, I have spent a great deal
of my free time with a book in hand.
Recently the book of choice was the third and final book in a much read
and highly praised Ken Follette trilogy.
I had previously read and enjoyed the first two books of the series,
Winter of the World, and Fall of Giants.
The final book of the series was called The Edge of Eternity. The following is a brief recap of the work
taken from the internet review to provide an overview of the work.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">INTERNET RECAP<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Ken Follett’s Century Trilogy follows
the fortunes of five intertwined families—American, German, Russian, English,
and Welsh—as they made their way through the turbulent twentieth century. The
book has been called by many including me as “potent, engrossing” and “truly
epic” The publication USA Today relates that “You actually feel like you’re
there.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Edge of Eternity,</span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> the finale in the Trilogy covers one
of the most tumultuous eras of all: the 1960s through the 1980s, encompassing
civil rights, assassinations, Vietnam, the Berlin Wall, the Cuban Missile
Crisis, presidential impeachment, revolution—and rock and roll. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">East German teacher Rebecca Hoffman
discovers she’s been spied on by the Stasi for years and commits an impulsive
act that will affect her family for generations… George Jakes, himself
bi-racial, bypasses corporate law to join Robert F. Kennedy’s Justice
Department and finds himself in the middle of not only the seminal events of
the civil rights battle, but also a much more personal battle… Cameron Dewar,
the grandson of a senator, jumps at the chance to do some espionage for a cause
he believes in, only to discover that the world is much more dangerous than
he’d imagined… Dimka Dvorkin, a young aide to Khrushchev, becomes an agent for
good and for ill as the Soviet Union and the United States race to the brink of
nuclear war, while his twin sister, Tania, carves out a role that will take her
from Moscow to Cuba to Prague to Warsaw—and into history.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">These characters and many others find
their lives inextricably entangled as they add their personal stories and
insight to the most defining events of the 20th century. From the opulent
offices of the most powerful world leaders to the shabby apartments of those
trying to begin a new empire, from the elite clubs of the wealthy and highborn
to the passionate protests of a country’s most marginalized citizens, this is
truly a drama for the ages. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">With the Century Trilogy, Follett has
guided readers through an entire era of history with a master’s touch. His
unique ability to tell fascinating, brilliantly researched stories that
captivate readers and keep them turning the pages is unparalleled. In this
climactic and concluding saga, Follett brings us into a world we thought we
knew, but now will never seem the same again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The book and the entire trilogy
series was a great read and I recommend the books. The <u>Edge of Eternity</u> was over 1100
pages long, and at the end of the read, I was rationing my reading to make the
experience last longer and that is a sure sign of a great book. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-89009754730541897902014-10-03T12:26:00.001-04:002014-10-03T12:26:40.392-04:00Essex Happenings … October 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Essex Heritage
News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Board of Trustees Elections Held<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This fall,
the Essex Heritage Board of Trustees elected the following members as new
officers for the organization: <o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Vice President – John Farmer, Eastern Bank (current
Essex Heritage Treasurer)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Treasurer – Kevin Rourke, Salem Five Bank<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Assistant Treasurer – Timothy Felter,
Newburyport Five Cent Savings Bank<o:p></o:p></div>
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Five Essex
Heritage Commissioners were also elected to be new trustees:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Gary Coon, Managing Director, Major League
Investments, Inc., Salem <o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Wayne Eisenhauer, President, Danvers Historical
Society<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->James Rudolph, Managing Partner, Rudolph
Friedmann, LLP, Boston<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Thomas Sullivan, Law Office of Thomas J. Sullivan,
Haverhill<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><!--[endif]-->Pamela Yameen, Butcher Boy Market, North Andover<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Other Essex Heritage Matters<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<u>Move It:</u>
Essex Heritage has teamed up with the YMCA of the North Shore for <b><i>Move It! 100 Miles in 100 Days</i></b> challenge
– a new program inspiring individuals and families of all ages to get active.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Yankee
Magazine Award</u>: Essex Heritage was named a 2014 “Best of New England —
Editors’ Choice” Winner by Yankee Magazine for the film "Salem Witch Hunt:
Examine the Evidence" <o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Regional
Visitor Center Information Desk:</u> Essex Heritage had a Grand Opening
Celebration on September 16 to mark the opening of the new Essex National
Heritage Area Visitor Information Desk. Located
within the National Park Service’s Regional Visitor Center, the Essex Heritage
staff will provide information on things to do and places to visit all over the
500 square mile Essex National Heritage Area region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Trails
& Sails:</u> This annual <u>Two
Weekends of Walks and Water</u> was again held on the last two weekends of September. With wonderful weather and great events, it was
a great success and there were more than 5,000 participants who explored the 150+
FREE events all around Essex County.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Annual
Fall Meeting:</u> On October 23, Essex Heritage will hold its Annual Fall
Meeting at The Governor’s Academy in Byfield. Your participation is welcome at this
very valuable morning of networking and regional engagement. For reservations contact Essex Heritage at
978-740-0444 or contact them at <a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/">www.essexheritage.org</a>
. The event is free, most informative
and rewarding. The Governor’s Academy is
the oldest continuously operating boarding school in the US.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Regional News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Local financial institutions completed
merger on September 1 <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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North Shore
Bank and Saugus Bank have completed their merger under the banner of North
Shore Bank on September 1ST. David La
Flame will continue to be the CEO and Kevin Tierney will be the President. David is a Trustees at Essex Heritage and
Kevin is a former Trustee and also served as President of Essex Heritage for
several years. At this time we are
uncertain how the merger will impact their connections with Essex Heritage.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Town of Danvers Fireworks Decision<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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As reported
in last month’s BLOG, the volunteer board of Family Festival, due to the costs
and safety issue connected with this event, have canceled the fireworks feature
of this month long celebration. Now
Danvers town leadership has wisely decided that those burdens will not be borne
by the community. So the spectacular
event will be just history.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Preservation of Historic Farmhouse on
Locust Street in Danvers Urged by Residents<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Staying with
news in Danvers for this report, a local developer is attempting to create an
over age 55 residential property on land in Danvers that has been used recently
by the Clark School. The property is a
first period house and a number of area residents have come out in favor of
preserving the property in its present condition. The Town’s Preservation Committee will soon
be holding a public hearing on this issue.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex County Foundation Seminars for Non
Profit Corporations to be held in Wenham <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Essex
County Foundation, among its efforts to raise funds for worthwhile organization
in the county, has announced that it will be offering a four part series of workshops for the local leadership
of non-profit organizations in this region.
The events will take place into the first week of October and will be
held at the Wenham Museum and the Community House in Hamilton. For more details information on times and
costs contact the Foundation at www.eccf.org.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City of Peabody announces ten flu clinics
for its residents. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This year
the City of Peabody will be partnering with a number of local organizations to
attain the broadest participation. For
dates, times and locations please contact the city public heath nurse at 978
538 5931.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The Town of Danvers will also offer flu
shots at the Senior Center</b> - call then for time and dates.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Follow-up on Boys and Girls Club of Greater
Salem</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Boys
& Girls Club’s Drop-In and Teen Program opened on Wednesday beginning at 2pm
to 8pm at the Collins Middle School for boys and girls ages 8 to 18. The annual
membership fee is $25. Children will be able to take buses from their schools
to the Club at Collins just as they did in the past to when the Club was
located at Hawthorne Blvd.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span> <o:p></o:p></div>
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We are
excited about our strong staff who will be directing our Club programs this
year. Meghan Murtagh-Martin is the Program Director for the after School Drop-In
Program. Meghan did an incredible job
leading our After School License Child Care Program for the past two years and
is enthusiastic about leading our Drop-In Program. Our new Arts & Education Director is
Keshia DeLeon, and Keith Langlais is returning as our Athletic Director.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Andre Daley
is back as our Teen Director, and Grace Duran is our new After School License
Child Care Director. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Parents may
rest assured that any child who would have taken a Salem School bus to our
Hawthorne site will be able to take a school bus to our Collins site. Programs
at Collins will include all the regular ones for children ages 8 through 12,
and those for youth ages 13 through 18.
There will not be licensed childcare at Collins for children younger
than 8 years old. Children at Witchcraft
Heights, Saltonstall and Horace Mann Elementary Schools may still receive Boys
& Girls Club licensed after-school care at those schools. Children at Bates, Bentley, Carlton, and
Bowditch, who want a Boys & Girls Club licensed program, may be transported
to Witchcraft Heights. For more
information about this new chapter in the Club's history, please visit our
Facebook page, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem or our website
www.bgcgs.org; or call the Club at 978-744-0915.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Court facility in Salem To Be Named for
Former Judge<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Governor
Deval Patrick formally announced recently that the Essex County Probate and
Family Court in the County Court Complex on Federal Street in Salem will be
named in honor of Judge Thaddeus Buczko who served as the Presiding Judge in
that court until his retirement in 1996.
Judge Buczko is lifelong resident of Salem and served in a number of
elected municipal and State positions including that of State Auditor. Ted Bucko was a distinguished member of the
Armed Forces, serving in two conflicts.
He has long been a fixture in Salem and was a person you could look to
for advice on difficult situations. A formal naming event will take place in
the future when the currently refurbished building is finished.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Personal News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Golf in Norton, MA<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Prior to
losing my leg, the game of golf was one of my favorite pastimes. Last Saturday, I attended with my family the
PGA event in Norton, Mass. The event
was most entertaining and we all enjoyed the event while watching the strong
group of participants. We are most
appreciative of the efforts of our financial advisor who provided the tickets
to us. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As a
personal comment, I have not ever experienced an event or a group of volunteers
that were any more aware of the needs of people with handicaps There were special buses, golf carts and
caring volunteer everywhere we went that day.
The sponsoring Deutsche Bank should be most proud of their volunteers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Abilities Expo in Boston</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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On a
Saturday early in September my wife brought me into the Boston Convention
Center for our first visit to that great location for the Abilities Expo. We viewed a great deal of material for people
with handicaps and Marge received some specific information about how to easily
move my wheelchair in and out of the
back of our car without having to physically lift it out each time which is
getting more difficult with each passing day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COPAA Information<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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As you know.
I have been very involved in a locally based organization focused on assistance
to people with amputations. The
organization has recently opened a web site to provide information. Unfortunately, the term COPAA was already
used and the next best internet name that was available was www. copamp.org.
Please visit the organizations and find pertinent data. The site can be
accessed at www.copamp.org. Log on and
take a look at <a href="http://www.copamp.org/">www.copamp.org</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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We also just
received word that the IRS has declared contributions to COPAA are tax
deductible. If you have any inclination
to make a contribution to COPAA, check our website for information on where
gifts might be sent.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Back in the swing at Tedesco CC Sponsored
by Spaulding Hospital<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I have
participated in a three week program offered by the Adaptive Sports Program of the
hospital that was most helpful in my rehabilitation – Spaulding of the North
Shore. The program featured balance and
swing principals, and after the sessions, I believe I am ready to attempt some
golf with the help of family.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>St. John’s Prep News<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<u>Admission
Open Houses! <b><o:p></o:p></b></u></div>
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Admission
season is underway and this is an especially busy year with the Prep’s new
Middle School opening in September 2015.
All interested families are invited to attend fall Open Houses to learn
more. Additional information can be
found on the website.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• High School Open House: Sunday, September 28
and Saturday, October 25.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Middle School Open House: Sunday November 2
and Wednesday December 10.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Homecoming
at the Prep – October 18-19<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Save the
date! The School would love to see you and your family back on campus for
Homecoming on Saturday, October 18.
Activities will include the rededication of Cronin Memorial Stadium;
varsity football vs. BC High; varsity soccer vs. Catholic Memorial; an alumni
soccer game; and a family BBQ. On
Sunday, October 19, a Memorial Mass will be celebrated in the Administration
Building Chapel at 9 am. More information and registration can be found here. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Reunion<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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FYI, the
class of 1954, of which I am a member of a fast shrinking group of former
gradates, will be holding its 60th reunion during that weekend. We will be venturing into Salem for dinner
where we will challenge Halloween crowds at the Hawthorne Hotel, owned and
operated by a fellow classmate, Mike Harrington.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Professional
Sports in Boston</span></b><span style="color: #c00000;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<u>Soccer<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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The New
England Revolution signed a USA World Cup star and went on a short term winning
streak<u><o:p></o:p></u></div>
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<u>Football</u>
<u><o:p></o:p></u></div>
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The Patriots
started poorly but have as in the past and have a record of 2 wins and1loss
after three weeks. They have improved
as they progress through the year. The
first couple of weeks in October are more difficult the year. Let’s hope for success.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Red Sox
Future<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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As the
difficult 2014 season is mercifully coming to an end the Red Sox are looking to
the future with young pitchers getting a chance to show their skills and a
recent signing of a Cuban player shows promise.
It seems that the decades long cry of the Red Sox of “wait until next
year” might be a correct one in 2014.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Bruins
Hold Captain’s Practice<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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The Boston
Bruins are currently holding Captain’s practices, and the pre-season Training
Camp and Exhibitions games are not far away.
The Team has some positional holes to fill and the first weeks of this
month will be important to team development.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-21169782916520200602014-09-05T14:20:00.000-04:002014-09-05T14:20:16.068-04:00Essex Happenings - September 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">ESSEX HERITAGE News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Happy Labor Day - CAN FALL BE FAR BEHIND?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Heritage TAKES title to Bakers Island Lighthouse! <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A very special event took place on
Wednesday, August 27 at the Bakers Island Light Station. The official transfer of the deed to the
Bakers Island Light Station from the US Coast Guard to Essex Heritage took
place that day. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Essex Happenings September 2014</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As in past years, Essex Heritage will
be offering its signature event, Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and
Water. Explore Essex County's historic,
cultural and natural sites during the last two weekends of September by participating in 150+ FREE events
during Trails & Sails on September 19-21 & September 26-28.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Enjoy a variety of guided walks,
sails, historical tours and other adventures for all ages, skill levels and
interests. Get connected to the
spectacular places, history and heritage that define the Essex National
Heritage Area—the 34 cities and towns of Boston’s legendary North Shore. It’s
all free and it’s all located within Essex County including the communities of
Salem, Gloucester, Newburyport, Lawrence, Saugus and more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Search the online event listing for
the most up to date event information and to find Trails & Sails events by
date, time, community, event title or description. Printed guides are also be
available to help you plot your course to adventure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Log In or Register for Trails &
Sails to create your own customized itinerary by bookmarking your favorite
events! If you register, you’ll also receive email notifications if there is
any change to an event on your itinerary. Please remember, adding an event to
your itinerary is NOT A RESERVATION. Most events are available on a first-come,
first-served basis.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Regional News <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">COP-AA Administration<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Tax Status<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In the last couple of weeks, we have had our Articles of Organization
approved by the Massachusetts Secretary of State and now all of the paperwork
to declare COP-AA a tax exempt organization has been sent to the Federal
Internal Revenue for their approval. All
of this has been made possible through a grant from Eastern Bank. <i>THANK YOU!</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Web Site Development <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">There is little doubt that COP –AA needs a web site so that
both potential clients and those who wish to support our mission with financial
support have a way to communicate us.
Now through the generosity of the Center for Independent Living in Salem,
we are in the process of developing a web site.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Affiliations Developed<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">COP-AA is developing a relationship with North Shore Elder
Services that will invite a number of their members at a reduced price to
attend the concert sponsored by NSES at the North Shore Music Theatre on 9/21
starring Ronan Tynan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The following is a press release from
the Salem Club that serves so many youth in this region. It contains wonderful news about a relocation
of services to a middle school in Salem.
The club was in danger of being without a base of operations until this
opportunity developed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem moves to Collins Middle School<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Salem, MA- August 19, 2014- The Boys & Girls Club of
Greater Salem is moving its main operation from Hawthorne Boulevard to the
Collins Middle School on Highland Avenue in time for the first day of school
this year. The Salem School Committee
approved the lease of some space, not used currently for academic purposes, to
the 145 year-old Salem institution at its meeting on Monday evening.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Club has operated at 13 Hawthorne Boulevard since the mid
1980’s. Joanne Scott, Executive Director
says, “Our staff and Board members are extremely enthusiastic about this
opportunity to strengthen our collaboration with Salem Schools as our community
works to ensure academic success is within reach of all our children. Our Club
shares that mission with the schools and physically locating at Collins will
allow natural alliances to flourish in support of this mission.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Regarding leaving the Hawthorne Boulevard site, Scott says,
“We appreciate the support we received from the Immaculate Conception
parishioners throughout the lease of their building. It will be a bittersweet
departure since our kids have created many wonderful memories here. But it is time to create a new, enriched
future for our current members in the Middle School building. ” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The first day of school is quickly approaching but Doug
Bollen, Chief of Operations for the Club says that parents can depend on the
Club to be ready for their children at the new location. According to Bollen, “The vote was the
formality needed to make this move public.
In reality we have been preparing for it for several weeks and working
out details such as program location and transportation. Parents may rest assured that any child who
would have taken a Salem School bus to our Hawthorne site will be able to take
a school bus to our Collins site.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Programs at Collins will include all the regular ones for
children ages 8 through 12; and those for youth ages 13 through 18. There will not be licensed child care at
Collins for children younger than 8 years old.
Children at Witchcraft Heights, Saltonstall and Horace Mann Elementary
Schools may still receive Boys & Girls Club licensed after-school care at
those schools. Children at Bates,
Bentley, Carlton and Bowditch who want a Boys & Girls Club licensed program
may be transported to Witchcraft Heights.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Looking ahead, Board President Holly Harris Feman says, “The
Boys & Girls Club Board of Directors is grateful to the Mayor and School
Committee for this generous and opportunity-rich experience for our youth. We will continue to be a positive and
dedicated partner to the Salem Public Schools during our stay at Collins and
into the future as we plan our permanent home.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For more information about this new chapter in the Club’s
history, please visit our Facebook page, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem
or our website www.bgcgs.org; or call Doug Bollen at 978-744-0915<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The work on the new educational
addition on the school’s campus continues and before the final beam in the
building is installed we were offered the chance to sign the beam. The building is moving towards completion for
a fall 2015 opening.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Massachusetts State Senator Appoints New Chief of Staff</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Senator Joan Lovely who represents
Salem, Peabody, Beverly and Danvers at the State House has announced the
appointment of Grace Harrington, the daughter of the Town Manager of the Town
of Salisbuy, and former Mayor of Salem Neil Harrington as her Chief of Staff. She replaces Sam Gamer who is leaving the
post in this Fall after a very effective term to attend Cornell Law School. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Citing excessive costs associated
with the iconic and heavily-attended Family Festival event held over the July
holiday, the sensational displays will no longer be offered by the Danvers
organizers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Annual Topsfield Fair Scheduled<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It is never too early to make
attendance plans at one of the truly great family events in this or any other
county location. This year’s Topsfield
Fair will have its many entertaining activities and will be offered from
October 3 thru 13, 2014.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">My First Recommendation<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">During the summer I read a wonderful
long and detailed history of the life of Army General George C. Marshall who
served the US Army in numerous capacities for several decades during two major
wars and the reconstruction of Europe after World War II. Marshall was not a
graduate of West Point, which made his achievement that much greater. I do not want to recap the book or the
General’s life, but only want to report on how good the presentation was. The following is a brief history of his life
as presented on the internet.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">George Catlett Marshall, Jr.
(December 31, 1880 – October 16, 1959) was an American soldier and statesman
famous for his leadership roles during World War II and the Cold War. He was
Chief of Staff of the United States Army, Secretary of State, and the third
Secretary of Defense. He was hailed as the "organizer of victory" by
Winston Churchill for his leadership of the Allied victory in World War II,
Marshall served as the United States Army Chief of Staff during the war and as
the chief military adviser to President Franklin D. Roosevelt.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">During the First World War, he had
roles as a planner of both training and operations. He went to France in
mid-1917 as the director of training and planning for the 1st Infantry
Division. In mid-1918, he was posted to American Expeditionary Forces
headquarters, where he worked closely with his mentor General John J. Pershing
and was a key planner of American operations. He was instrumental in the planning
and coordination of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, which contributed to the
defeat of the German Army on the Western Front.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">World War II</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As Chief of Staff, Marshall organized
the largest military expansion in U.S. history, inheriting an outmoded, poorly
equipped army of 189,000 men and, partly drawing from his experience teaching
and developing techniques of modern warfare as an instructor at the Army War
College, coordinated the large-scale expansion and modernization of the U.S.
Army. Though he had never actually led troops in combat, Marshall was a skilled
organizer with a talent for inspiring other officers. Many of the American
generals who were given top commands during the war were either picked or
recommended by Marshall, including Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jacob L. Devers,
George S. Patton, Terry de la Mesa Allen, Sr., Lloyd Fredendall, Leslie McNair,
Mark Wayne Clark and Omar Bradley.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In December 1945, President Harry
Truman sent Marshall to China to broker a coalition government between the
Nationalist allies under Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek and Communists under Mao
Zedong. Marshall had no leverage over the Communists, but he threatened to
withdraw American aid essential to the Nationalists. Both sides rejected his
proposals and the Chinese Civil War escalated, with the Communists winning in
1949. His mission a failure, he returned to the United States in January
1947. Chiang Kai-shek and some historians later claimed that
cease-fire, under pressure of Marshall, saved the Communists from
defeat. As Secretary of State in 1947–48, Marshall seems to have
disagreed with strong opinions in The Pentagon and State department that
Chiang's success was vital to American interests, insisting that U.S. troops
not become involved<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I read a second book from the
bestseller list that I can recommend. It
is called <u>Midnight in Europe </u>and focused on the period between the two
world wars when Spain was fighting and Germany was expanding its reach. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I had read a best seller that remains
on the list today, called Unbroken about a former USC track star that became a
Japanese prisoner of war. I recently
read that after all of his trial as a prisoner he recently passed away after turning
the age of 100.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As this is being prepared, It appears
that the very contentious discussions between the Board of Directors of Market
Basket food stores MAY be coming to a sensible end at last, and the numerous
patrons of the food store may be once again soon be again shopping at those
locations. One of the primary beneficiaries of the lack of activity at Market
Basket locations has been at local food stands all over Essex County and
Southern New Hampshire.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Granddaughter Kate Leonard to continue education in Worcester. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">After four years at Danvers High
School Kate Leonard will start over the Labor Day Weekend at Assumption College
in Worcester where she indicates an interest in Marketing studies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Grand Son Picked for Golf Team <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Casey Leonard is one of three freshman
to be named to the Algonquin Regional High golf team.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-24161326853705415062014-07-28T15:38:00.000-04:002014-07-28T15:38:19.620-04:00Essex Happenings - August 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: red;">Fourth of July
Holiday</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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We certainly
hope that all of you enjoyed the festivities and such that are an important
part of the Holiday. We traveled to Cape
Cod for a couple of days earlier in the holiday week and when the fireworks
show was cancelled due to the weather and were rescheduled for the Fall to help
celebrate a milestone anniversary of the founding of Barnstable, MA, our plans
changed. The rains came to the cape and
we headed back to Essex County and were fortunate enough to view the well known
Town of Danvers fireworks display that more than lived up to expectations. If it was the fireworks, concerts or parades,
we hope the celebration of the USA’s Independence was a pleasant experience for
you and family.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Essex Heritage News and Events<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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As I have
done for a number of years, I want to offer some ideas about the work of Essex
Heritage.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage Annual Appeal<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Your
financial support ensures that the tradition of regional leadership and program
excellence, the hallmarks of the Essex National Heritage Commission, will
continue for years to come. We are strong because of your support! The Essex National Heritage Commission works
to sustain the cultural, historic and natural resources of this region. Donate on
line at <a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/">www.essexheritage.org</a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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Today, we
are asking for you to support our Annual Appeal so we can continue our
work. Your contributions support our
mission and enable us to bring money into this region by obtaining grant
funding from national organizations such as the National Park Foundation, the
National Park Service, and the National Scenic Byway Program – which
increasingly require evidence of private matching funds.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This region
has had a profound influence on the history of this country – and it defines
the unique quality of life that we enjoy on the North Shore and lower Merrimack
Valley. Our historical and cultural
assets continue to be unparalleled in this nation and they remain a fundamental
part of our economy and our way of life.
Essex Heritage, the foremost advocate of the entire region’s
irreplaceable historical, cultural and natural resources, provides advice,
guidance and technical support while working to build capacity for over 250
non-profit partners and 34 municipalities. We serve as a catalyst for
collaboration between non-profits and others, establishing strategic
partnerships that generate genuine impact.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This is a
critical time to demonstrate your commitment to the collaborative work of Essex
Heritage. We are asking you to support
us as we continue to conserve endangered historic sites, build trails for
recreation and health, employ under-served youth in heritage preservation jobs,
support after-school enrichment for Latino students, and lead our coastal
communities in developing cultural tourism along the Essex Coastal Scenic
Byway. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Your gift
this year to our Annual Appeal is crucial to help us fulfill our 2014 goals of
increasing our Youth Jobs Corps program, continuing to offer Trails & Sails
for free to more than 5,000 people, and connecting towns and cities together to strengthen and
grow partnership projects that sustain our region. With your help, Essex
Heritage can continue to work to ensure that our region remains strong and
vibrant. We look forward to an exciting year together; please donate online or
call us at: 978-740-0444.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>National Park Service’s Salem Maritime
Festival<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 2,
2014 • Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 193 Derby Street, Salem, MA,
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Celebrate
Four Centuries of Salem's Maritime Heritage! What a sensational collection of
events for the enjoyment of Essex County residents.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage and NPS Co-Present Week-long
Teacher Workshop - Park for Every Classroom<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 4,
2014 to August 8, 2014 * Park for Every Classroom is a FREE professional
development program for K-12 educators of all disciplines • Saugus Iron Works
National Historic Site, 244 Central Street, Saugus, MA, 01906. The workshop is full.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage’s Photo Safari Featuring Olympus<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 9,
2014 • Appleton Farms, The Trustees of the Reservations, 219 County Road,
Ipswich, MA, 01938 * Equipped with the latest camera gear from Olympus, capture
Appleton Farms, one of the oldest continuously operating farms in the United
States!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage’s Featured Partner Event:
Ipswich River Paddle<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 24,
2014 • Riverbend Reservation, Ipswich River Watershed Association, 143 Country
Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938 * Paddle the Ipswich River from Riverbend,
headquarters of the Ipswich River Watershed Association.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage’s Trails & Sails: Two
Weekends of Walks and Water<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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September
19, 2014 to September 21, 2014; September 26, 2014 to September 28, 2014 •
Throughout Essex County - Explore Essex County's cultural, historic and natural
sites during two weekends of 150+ FREE events! Learn more at <a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/">www.essexheritage.org</a><b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage’s Featured Partner Event:
Cox Reservation Archaeology Walk<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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October 26,
2014 • Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA, 01929<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrate
Archaeology Month by joining Greenbelt and noted Cape Ann archaeologist Mary
Ellen Lepionka as we uncover the human history and material culture of our
headquarters site.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage’s Featured Partner Event:
Mutt Strut with Greenbelt<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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November 23,
2014 • Tompson Street Reservation, Fernald Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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Join
Greenbelt's Land Conservation Director, David Santomenna and his dog and
Greenbelt mascot, Shiloh, for a dog-walk within Greenbelt's largest
reservation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Other Events<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Adventures in Time Summer Day Camp: Week 2<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 4,
2014 to August 8, 2014 • North Andover Historical Society, 153 Academy Road,
North Andover, MA, 0184 * This July and August the North Andover Historical
Society is once again presenting its legendary summer day camp -- Adventures in
Time. A summer enrichment program for boys and girls, ages 7-13 <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables: New
England Powder Houses<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 20,
2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby Street, Salem,
MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Enjoy a
night of history as author Matthew Thomas takes us back to colonial days in New
England when locals defended their land.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>5<sup>th</sup> Annual Beverly Commons Trail
Run<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 23,
2014 * Hosted by Essex County Greenbelt, this race offers 3.5 mile or 7 mile
distances through the challenging hills of the Beverly Commons Conservation
Area in Beverly Farms. The 7 mile distance is part of the 2014 North Shore
Trail Series.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>North Shore Elder Services</b> - Serving Danvers, Marblehead, Middleton,
Peabody, Salem<o:p></o:p></div>
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Information
on their Fundraising Concert at The North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly on
September 13, 2014 at 7:30PM * Irish
Tenor Ronan Tynan in Concert * To purchase tickets: www.nsmt.org; 978 232 7000<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables: The
Schooner Fame<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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November 19,
2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby Street, Salem,
MA, 01970 * Capt. Mike Rutstein will share Schooner Fame’s story: its plan, the
selection of trees and building in Essex.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Regional and
Community News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Replacement for Danvers Town Manager
underway<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Several
weeks ago I was called to a special meeting of the Danvers Finance Committee to
approve funding for a search committee to hire a new Town Manager. That process has begun and the Town has
contracted with Municipal Resources of Meredith, New Hampshire to conduct the
search. The process will end with a vote
of the Selectmen in October. FYI - A
gala Retirement party for Wayne Marquis is planned for 9/24 at the Danversport
Yacht Club. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Salem Boys and Girls Club News and
Activities<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Boys and
Girls Club have put together a team of 12 runners who have made a commitment to
take on an exciting challenge, and we are hoping for your support.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span> On
September 12 & 13, we will be participating in the Reach the Beach Relay -
a 200 mile run from Cannon Mountain to Hampton Beach, NH. The runners will take
turns running continuously day and night until we reach the finish line. This
logistically and physically challenging race combines fitness, adventure and
team building like no other sporting event. <span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Our team is ready for the challenge
and will be representing the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem, with each
runner raising a minimum of $1,000 in support of this cause. We look forward to the team camaraderie both
on and off the course as we work together to complete the race, and meet our
personal and team fundraising goals to support programs at the Boys & Girls
Club of Greater Salem. You can make a donation to our by going to https://www.crowdrise.com/BGCGSReachTheBeach
<o:p></o:p></div>
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and making a
donation to any team member. Thank you for your support!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COP AA News<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In just a
few short weeks, we’ll be right in your backyard with our Limb Loss Education
Day series! Did you save the date? Just a month out, now is the perfect time to
register for the Limb Loss Education Day near you!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Event: Limb Loss Education Day – Boston<o:p></o:p></div>
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When: Saturday, August 16, 2014,
9am-4pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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Where: Spaulding Rehabilitation
Hospital Boston, 300 First Avenue, Charlestown, MA 02129<o:p></o:p></div>
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Register today at
amputee-coalition.org/LLED<o:p></o:p></div>
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Our goal is
to reach all amputees with our programs and services. By bringing one-day
programs to specific regions of the country, we hope to reach more amputees
faster, and bring meaningful educational programs and adaptive recreation to
their communities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Limb
Loss Education Day is a great opportunity to network with other amputees and
professionals in the area, learn about what’s going on in the community, and
even meet some manufacturers that exhibit at the event! The LLED will also be
featuring the Orthotic & Prosthetic Activities Foundation’s (OPAF’s) First
Dance!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Registration
is only $15* and lunch is included<o:p></o:p></div>
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*Children 10
and under may register on-site for free<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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*On-site
registration is available, but to ensure we have enough lunches for all
attendees, please register in advance<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Amputee
Coalition’s LLED series is brought to you<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>by our National Sponsors:<o:p></o:p></div>
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Platinum: Hanger<o:p></o:p></div>
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Gold: Endolite, Össur, Ottobock and UNYQ<o:p></o:p></div>
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Silver: Ability Dynamics and Fillauer
Companies<o:p></o:p></div>
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Bronze: The Board of
Certification/Accreditation (BOC), College Park Industries,<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>Purdue
Pharma, Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Medical Center<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span>and
Scheck & Siress<o:p></o:p></div>
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The LLED series also receives partial
funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC
#5U59DD000904-03).<o:p></o:p></div>
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For more
information, please visit our Web site or call 888/267-5669 to find out more
information about the Limb Loss Education Day event in your area.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Summer Reading; <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<u>American
Spring 1775</u>; By Stephen Moore <o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Pacific
Payback 1942</u>; By Walter Borneman<o:p></o:p></div>
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I do not
intend to go into great detail about the two most entertaining books that I
have recently read except to say that they were both wonderful volumes on the
history of war in the past. The American
Spring outlined the events in the spring of 1775 that led up to the events at
Lexington and Concord. In this
presentation there were numerous references to patriots from Salem and Danvers
that played a role in that period of our history. The second book, called Pacific Payback
outlined the bravery and courage of the aviators flying off the Pacific
Aircraft Carriers as they sought to get even for the sneak attack on Pearl
Harbor <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Sports<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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The World
Cup in Soccer is over, and many are looking forward to four years from now when
the USA is expected to be more competitive.
The Red Sox 2014 experience seems to be coming to an end with losses in
Toronto and in Florida. <b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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We can now look forward to American
Football. Just recently as a New England
Patriots Season Ticket holder, the tickets for eight regular season home games,
two practice games and the season cannot start soon enough. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Personal Matters<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>My granddaughter<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I try to
stay away from too much personal material in this Blog, but this item is
important to me. At the end of July, my
granddaughter competed in the Bay State games in the girls Javelin throw and
won the event over a dozen girls with a throw of 110 feet and change. She has advanced quickly over the last year
and with two more years to go at Algonquin Regional High School she has a
chance to improve even more in the years ahead. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Local Community Food Pantries<o:p></o:p></b></div>
<br />
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Do not
forget the Local Food Pantries in this region just because it is summer. At this time of year, the demand for food and
other services for the poor and marginalized in this region remain high. Your continuing support for these
organizations is critical.<o:p></o:p></div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-77230138332655246242014-06-24T10:18:00.000-04:002014-06-24T10:18:45.776-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS JULY 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
I am pleased to continue to offer information on the activities and
events of the valuable Essex Heritage organization and the work that they do
for the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Essex
National Heritage Area Activities<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Event Calendar<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/adventures-time"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Adventures in Time Summer Day Camp: Week 1</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">July
7, 2014 to July 11, 2014 • North Andover Historical Society, 153 Academy Road,
North Andover, MA -</span><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This summer, send your children on an historic journey!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salem-maritime-festival"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Salem Maritime Festival</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">August 2, 2014
• Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 193 Derby Street, Salem, MA</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">Celebrate Four
Centuries of Salem's Maritime Heritage!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/teacher-workshop"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Teacher Workshop: Park for Every Classroom</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">August 4, 2014
to August 8, 2014 • Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site, 244 Central
Street, Saugus, MA. </span><i>Space
is now full</i> <span style="color: #2a2a2a;">for summer 2014. Park for Every Classroom is a FREE
professional development program for K-12 educators of all disciplines.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/adventures-time-summer-day-camp-week-2"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Adventures in Time Summer Day Camp: Week 2</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">August 4, 2014
to August 8, 2014 • North Andover Historical Society, 153 Academy Road, North
Andover, MA. </span><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">This
July and August the</span><a href="http://northandoverhistoricalsociety.org/"><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> North Andover Historical Society</span></a><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;"> will once again
present its legendary summer day camp -- Adventures in Time. A summer
enrichment program for boys and girls, ages 7-13 (suggested)</span>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/photo-safari-featuring-olympus"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Photo Safari Featuring Olympus</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">August 9, 2014
• Appleton Farms, The Trustees of the Reservations, 219 County Road, Ipswich,
MA. </span><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">With a
state-of-the-art digital camera in hand, capture </span><a href="http://www.thetrustees.org/places-to-visit/northeast-ma/appleton-farms.html"><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Appleton Farms</span></a><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">, considered to be the oldest continuously
operating farm in the United States. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ne-powder-houses"><b><span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables: New England Powder
Houses</span></b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #792713; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">August 20,
2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby Street, Salem,
MA. </span><span style="color: #2a2a2a; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">Enjoy a
night of history as author Matthew Thomas takes us back to colonial days in New
England when locals defended their land.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Essex
Heritage News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>New Essex Heritage Commissioners
Elected<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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At the Annual Spring Meeting of the Essex National Heritage Commission
on April 30, eleven community representatives were elected to serve on the
Commission, each for a three year term.
These regional leaders serve as “the eyes and ears” of their communities,
organizations or businesses and act a sounding board to test and create new
initiatives at Essex Heritage.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Essex National Heritage
Commission is supported by a volunteer 150-member Board of Commissioners. Commissioners live and/or work within the
boundaries of Essex County, and they represent the communities, businesses,
organizations, educational institutions, and resources of the region.
“Commissioners are ambassadors and advocates for this region,” said CEO Annie
C. Harris, “Essex Heritage is pleased to welcome the slate of 11 new
Commissioners, and we’re grateful for their volunteer support and leadership in
promoting regional cooperation among the Area’s resources and organizations.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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The following individuals were elected to serve as Commissioners:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->George Carey, Founder and Owner of FINZ Seafood
& Grill, Salem<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Ann Marie Casey, Executive Director of the North
of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau, Salisbury<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Susan Gould Coviello, Executive Director at
North Shore Health Project, Gloucester<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Thomas Dexter, Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo
Advisors, Beverly<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Laura Dow, Owner and Manager at the Vista Motel,
Gloucester<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Angela Ippolito, Chair of the Swampscott
Planning Board, Swampscott<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Thomas MacDonald, Director of Sales at the
Hawthorne Hotel, Salem<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Posie Mansfield, Administrator of COP Amputee
Association, Wenham<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Dr. Paul J. Maurer, Senior Vice President of
External Relations at Gordon College, Wenham<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Kevin Rourke, Senior Vice President and Team
Leader of Corporate Banking at Salem Five, Salem<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]-->•<span style="font-size: 7pt;">
</span><!--[endif]-->Pamela Yameen, Family Business, Butcher Boy
Markets, North Andover<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Happy
Holidays - Memorial Day, Anniversary of D Day and Independence Day<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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We certainly hope that during the last couple of weeks that you were
able to enjoy three patriotic holidays and used the time to remember the
numerous members of the military services who have given their lives to support
the freedoms we enjoy. These are three
very special days - Memorial Day, the 70th Anniversary of the Invasion of
Fortress Europe, and the date we celebrates the Independence we chose from
England in 1776.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Regional News <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Retirement of Danvers Town
Manger<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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At the regularly scheduled
Selectman’s meeting of the Danvers Selectmen’s on June 3, 2014, Town Manager
Wayne Marquis shocked the numbers of the board and the residents watching on TV
with the announcement of his retirement on or about 10/3/2014. His departure will complete a 35 year term as
the Town Manager after an apprentice as the Assistant Town Manager for five
years. <o:p></o:p></div>
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There is very little doubt that
under his leadership, he left the Town much better off than he found it four
decades ago. I will not attempt to list
the numerous accomplishments that Wayne has presided over during his term. The town as second to none in the
Commonwealth as far as management is concerned. Throughout his long association
with the town and despite all of the numerous improvements that have been made,
the community has never had to call for a budget override. All of the projects were completed on time
and under budget. It is clear that the
task of finding a replacement for Wayne will be a daunting task. <o:p></o:p></div>
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It has been a pleasure to know him and to
serve under him as a volunteer both with the seniors in Town and as a member of
the Finance Committee. Good luck and
pleasant days in the next phase of your life.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Community Preservation Act<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Several years ago, The
Commonwealth of Massachusetts enacted legislation that allowed communities in
the state to adopt a tax connected to real estate taxes on property in the
community. This new tax that was between
1 and 3% could be collected and then allocated to make grants to local
organizations that were focusing on the preservation of property with historic
overtones, affordable housing and open space acquisition. These funds are
enhanced by a similar fund by the State, but the funds are not always available
to be used for the stated purposes.
Several communities in this region have adopted the act and in 2014 a
number those communities are currently entertaining grant proposals to act towards
the approved projects. <o:p></o:p></div>
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At this point, the Town of
Danvers is not a participant and I have long felt that the Town of Danvers
should be a participant. I suspect that
adding a new tax is holding back their participation. That participation would be a boon to a
number of potential projects in the town.
I have recently let my thoughts be known in a message to the town but
extra efforts on my part to a wider base might be needed to convince the decision
makers in that community. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Salem Power Station - Footprint
Power Station in Salem to begin its modifications<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One day in late May the iconic
Power Station on the Salem Harbor shut down to begin its conversion to natural
gas. After a 63 year life, the station began a new life on its road to
continuing to be provider of energy services to the region. I should note that
my association with this site predates the building of the Power Station. The power plant replaced an excellent baseball
park on Fort Avenue, on the way to Salem Willows, where I played baseball as a
youth growing up in Salem. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Starting in July, the existing
plant and its well known smoke stack towers will be torn down, and one of the best
known sites on the coast of the North Shore will be no longer visible from the
water. The plants towers are well known
by boaters in this region as they are visible from south of Boston to
Gloucester. The towers will be soon
gone, but the life of the Salem Power Station will go on in the future as a
benefit to the region. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">North Shore Elder Services News<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>NSES Moving to NEW LOCATION<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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A letter from their director gives their new address as 300 Rosewood
Drive<b>, </b>Suite 200<b>, </b>Danvers, Ma 01923.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Dear Friends,<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<i>While June will be a busy month
for us, only our address is changing! Our phone numbers and our email addresses
will remain the same as will our commitment to our consumers. For information
about our move, feel free to leave us a message at 978-624-2298.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<i>As always, we are dedicated to
Life Made Easier.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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NSES will be offering a concert at the North Shore Music Theatre on
9/13/2014 to benefit the support of the numerous programs offered by NSES to
make life easier for seniors on the North Shore of Boston. For more information on how to purchase tickets
for the event SEE BELOW<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Irish Tenor Ronan Tynan in
Concert<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Benefitting North Shore Elder Services<o:p></o:p></div>
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Saturday, September 13, 2014, 7:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></div>
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North Shore Music Theater<o:p></o:p></div>
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To purchase tickets:
www.nsmt.org; 978 232 7000<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Right of passage for the elderly<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Reprinted From the Pages of the
Boston Globe provided by the executive Director of North Shore Elder Services.
By Farah Stockman<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Boston Globe Staff May 28, 2014<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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My 98-year-old great aunt points to the antique clock. “Pat gave me
that for my birthday,” she says, referring to her late husband. “It has always
kept perfect time.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Of course, she can’t see it any more. Her eyesight dimmed years ago.
Nor can she hear it, even with her bionic ear. Yet, the clock has stayed put,
until now, along with everything else: The doll that won first place at the
Topsfield fair, standing at attention under a plastic shroud. The once-white
baby shoes, turning gray. The dusty martini glasses, forgotten in a cabinet,
inscribed with the initials of a long-dead groom. These are the objects that
make up a life; the things which make her home her home. Who will she be once
she has left them for a room in an assisted-living facility hundreds of miles
away?<o:p></o:p></div>
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It’s a human instinct to hang on
to what we have, even after we’re gone. There’s a certain immortality that
comes from our possessions living on in libraries or museums or in the homes of
our children. These days, people even try to cling to their own dead bodies,
and their pets, by freezing them in cryogenic tombs. They must be driven by the
same feelings that prompted ancient Egyptian kings to be embalmed and buried
with piles of gold. <o:p></o:p></div>
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But for most us, the end of life
means surrendering what we own. We spend our youth and middle age acquiring
things that define us — houses, clothes, paintings, books — only to give them
up, one by one, in old age. When the eyesight goes, so does the car. When the
hearing goes, the stereo. When memory goes, and the pot is left burning on the
stove, we are forced to give up the kitchen. We cling to our things as long as
we can. By the time we relinquish them, so many are out of fashion.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Still, the relinquishing must go
on. Being elderly is about taking stock of life, and keeping only what’s
absolutely necessary.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“You want to take that clock?” I
ask.<o:p></o:p></div>
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She shakes her head. The clock
radio with the big red numbers is far more important.<o:p></o:p></div>
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My great aunt — the daughter of
Italian immigrants, who worked in a dress factory and married a World War II
veteran — never bought herself expensive things. Yet today she frets about what
will become of her treasures: her menagerie of porcelain animals, her flock of
angels, her Christmas village.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As she grew frail — so frail that
too hard a hug might have snapped her like a chicken wing — she sent me home
with an old brooch fished out of a jewelry box.<o:p></o:p></div>
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But her apartment is still full
of items she couldn’t give away fast enough: a candle her grandmother bought so
as not to give birth in the dark, to be mailed to her daughter. A gang of dolls
for Melissa, the dear soul who took her out to lunch every Wednesday for the
last eight years. A folder with my father’s name on it, full of photographs. My
dad’s sister, who spent a week here sorting and clearing, has already collected
her inheritance: an impressive stack of Tupperware.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Standing in the clutter of her
cast-off possessions, I have a new appreciation for the Viking kings, whose
weapons and ships were set ablaze on their funeral pyres, to cement their
social standing in Valhalla. It strikes me as odd that, in a culture as
materialistic as ours, we go meet our maker empty handed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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It is amazing to discover, in the
end, that all that is truly essential fits into a single hot pink suitcase. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I wonder if, deep down inside, my
aunt feels liberated by the lightness of so few possessions. “You all set?”
Melissa asks, tears in her eyes. <o:p></o:p></div>
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But I recognize that my aunt is
mourning the loss of her things as deeply as one mourns a death. The giving up
of one’s own house, of one’s own place in the world, is a rite of passage; a
ritual with no name that each American family performs its own way. Tomorrow,
Melissa will drive her to the airport, where a six-seater plane co-piloted by a
grand-nephew will fly her into the clouds, toward an unknown place. <o:p></o:p></div>
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On her last day in the apartment
she knows by heart, she nods bravely: “I think I’m ready.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Farah Stockman can be reached at
fstockman@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @fstockman<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Community Activities<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i><u><span style="color: blue; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Summer Dinners return at Appleton Farm in Ipswich</span></u></i><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i><u><span style="color: blue; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Community Award in Beverly</span></u></i><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i><u><span style="color: blue; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Ground Broken for Veterans Memorial in Wenham</span></u></i><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COPAA Notes<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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During the last few months, I
have been actively involved in a new not for profit organization that focuses
on providing networking opportunities, information and support to people that
have experienced the loss of a limb.
The organization named COPAA (Cornell Orthopedic Prosthetic Amputee
Association) meets monthly in Beverly and is welcoming new members from the
North Shore to Lower Merrimack Valley at no charge. If you or someone you know anyone that has
lost a limb, we welcome participation and COPAA welcomes new members that are
seeking material that provides data on how life can be more comfortable. COPAA focuses on possibilities rather than
disabilities. We are in the process of
developing a web site that will provide substantial information, but in the
short term any questions can be answered by contacting our President “Posie”
Mansfield at posie_m@verizon.net.</div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-10529543170916816582014-05-27T10:04:00.000-04:002014-05-27T10:04:01.333-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS JUNE 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt;">Essex Heritage Matters</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">ESSEX HERITAGE SEMI ANNUAL SPRING
MEETING</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">On the last day of May, Gordon College
in Wenham was the host for the Essex National Heritage National Commission’s
semi-annual spring public meeting at the college in the Ken Olson Science
Building. It was too bad that it was raining that morning as a walk around the
beautiful campus by the attendees would have opened a number of eyes to the
beauty of another gem of an Essex County location. I have been most aware
of the campus and its assets, as I have been using the Balance and Wellness
Center for Therapy and using the excellent gymnasium at that location. I
was pleased to be able to attend the meeting attended by about 200
Commissioners and other local residents many of them had never previously ever
visited the college. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The mission and the programs of ENHC are
still most relevant, and I am most proud of my continuing association. I
am also proud that my wife, who has been accompanying me to events for the last
three years, was provided a day off from tending to me. I was accompanied
to the meeting by my son Mark Leonard, a banking executive at one of our most
generous corporate sponsors Eastern Bank. A couple of years ago Mark was
elected a Commissioner and he is looking forward to helping the Commission in
its work in the years ahead. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">One of the most important features of
this meeting has been the announcement of current grant recipients. The
following represents a list and a very brief explanation of their funded <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">programs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">In addition, several new commissioners
were elected, and Annie Harris CEO of Essex Heritage provided an update on the
current state of Essex Heritage and the Heritage Area movement in general.
Treasurer John Farmer presented a report on an audit performed by an
independent firm. President Jack Good, who did a wonderful job in keeping
the program on time, called for an adjournment of the meeting with a
reminder that the Commission will offer its next public meeting in October at a
time and place to be named and publicized.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">A list of the thirteen community Essex
Heritage Grant winners and two regional awards and a brief explanation of
their of their program follows:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><i style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>Amesbury</u></i></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Amesbury High
School</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">In response to the age-old question,
"When will we ever use this?," Amesbury High School has formed an
educational partnership with Lowell's Boat Shop to offer “Math on the
Merrimack.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Danvers</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">General Israel
Putnam Chapter of the DAR</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">On property formerly owned by one of
Danvers most illustrious citizen - patriot, physician and Judge Samuel Holten –
sits an important First Period house as well as rare, surviving double privy to
be restored. </span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.danversdar.org/">www.danversdar.org</a></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Danvers Historical Society</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">As part of its 125<sup>th</sup>
anniversary celebration, the Danvers Historical Society will enhance its
popular 29-year old history education. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Gloucester</u></i></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Gloucester Adventure</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Having undergone a major overhaul of its
hull, decking and rigging, the Schooner <i>Adventure</i>, a National Historic
Landmark, sailed last summer for the first time in over 20 years. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Ipswich</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ipswich
Historical Commission</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The Old North Burying Ground in Ipswich
dates to 1634 and as one of the oldest cemeteries in the country provides an
enduring record of the region’s earliest settlers and important historical
figures. </span><a href="http://www.historicipswich.org/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.historicipswich.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><i style="font-size: 12pt;"><u>Lynn</u></i></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lynn Museum</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The Lynn Museum will create Spanish and
Russian translations of its permanent exhibits and promotional materials,
thereby providing a growing segment of its visitor base with a meaningful
experience and greater understanding of Lynn’s rich history. </span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.lynnmuseum.org/">www.lynnmuseum.org</a></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Highlands Coalition</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With the goal of inspiring community
pride and changing perceptions, the project entails production of a film about
the Highlands neighborhood of Lynn as seen through the eyes and experiences of
its older and immigrant residents</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.hclynn.org/">www.hclynn.org</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> <i style="text-decoration: underline;">Marblehead</i></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Marblehead
Museum</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Untrained yet passionate, more historian
than an artist, J.O.J. Frost began painting at the age of 70 and used house
paint, wall board and any available material to tell stories about daily life
in a small New England fishing village. </span><a href="http://www.marbleheadmuseum.org/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.marbleheadmuseum.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <u style="font-style: italic;">Merrimac</u><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Town of
Merrimac </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The Town of Merrimac will utilize Essex
Heritage grant funding to nominate its town hall to the National Register of
Historic Places, the nation’s official list of cultural resources worthy of
preservation. </span><a href="http://www.clipperheritagetrail.com/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.clipperheritagetrail.com</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><i> <u>Newburyport</u></i> </span></div>
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<li>City of Newburyport</li>
</ul>
The new city-wide mobile tour will help explorers experience approximately 50 locations situated outside of the city’s popular downtown. <a href="http://www.clipperheritagetrail.com/">www.clipperheritagetrail.com</a><div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><i> <u>North Andover</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Friends of
North Andover Trails</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">In addition to leading guided hikes and
coordinating monthly work days on town trails, the all-volunteer friends group
will produce a comprehensive guide to North Andover's trails and open spaces. </span><a href="http://www.fonat.org/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.fonat.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Salem</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Salem Sound
Coastwatch</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Through its School to Sea program, a
Salem Sound Coastwatch educator will use place-based, experiential activities
to help underserved youth increase their knowledge and appreciation of the
natural resources of Salem Sound<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Saugus</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Saugus
Historical Commission</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The Round Hill historic site, located
150 feet above the Saugus River and in close proximity to the Saugus Iron
Works, is part of a highly significant Native American archeological cluster. </span><a href="http://www.town.saugus.ma.us/hc"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.town.saugus.ma.us/hc</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <i><u>Regional</u></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Merrimack
Valley Planning Commission</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With the goal of increasing public
awareness of the Great Marsh's ecological vulnerability, the Great Marsh
Ecology Tour (GMET) will provide a greater understanding of the marsh's
history, its critically important environmental significance and the very real
threats it faces..<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.mvpc.org/programs/environment/eight-towns-the-bay">www.mvpc.org/programs/environment/eight-towns-the-bay</a></span></div>
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> Towns of Wenham, Topsfield and
Danvers </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Working in close collaboration, the
three contiguous communities will develop and install an informational kiosk
and signage along the recently completed segments of the regional Border to
Boston Trail. </span><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bordertoboston"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">www.essexheritage.org/bordertoboston</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Essex Heritage</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> offers a membership program that is like a preview of
the signature event of the commission called Trails and Sails offered on two
fall weekends in September. For more information on the Membership
Program or Trails and Sails visit www.EssexHeritage.org for information about either of these programs,
and details about costs and reservations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">As an overview of the upcoming quarter
from May through August 2014, the following is a brief outline of scheduled
events in the membership program. The schedule of events for this upcoming
Quarter is as follows:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">· Hit the
trails with Essex County Trail Association<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">· Talking
walls of the City of Gloucester<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">·
Adventures in Time Summer Camp with North Andover Historical Society<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">· Seven
Lectures at the House of 7 Gables in Salem<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">· Photo
Safaris in Ipswich<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">· In the
following quarter look for the Salem Maritime Festival and Endicott Pear Tree
Celebration in Danvers<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Essex Heritage Fundraising effort</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Speaking of
sensational locations in this region that you might want to visit and is not
usually open for visitation is the magnificent country estate of Waldingfield
in Ipswich. Essex Heritage is gratified by the generosity of owners and
hosts Donald Curial and Arthur Finklestein who have agreed to open their
special home for a cocktail reception on June 22, 2014 from 5-7. This
Summer Soiree will be the only fundraising event for the Commission this
year. </span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">If you have
any interest in offering a contribution and offering your support of the
mission of the commission and attending this event contact Essex Heritage at
978 740 0444</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt;">OTHER COMMUNITY
ACTIVITIES</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Danvers Finance Committee</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">After a lengthy series of meetings during
the last part of April and the beginning of May, the residents of the Danvers community
on the committee considered all of the numerous department financial
budgets. Also a substantial number of requests for town capital
improvements were all approved and recorded for a formal series of
recommendations in their report to the Towns Annual Meeting members on May 19,
2014. As in the past, the work was tedious but most needed and
served the purpose as a watch dog group to insure good town management. A
number of recommended borrowings that included changes to the athletic fields
at the new High School, the replacement of the heating system at the Library
and other needs including a new 911 center and improvements to the public
works facility.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">St. John’s Preparatory School Matters<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">As is usually the case as a Trustee
Emeritus of the all Boys Catholic school in Danvers, there are a number of
particular events held in addition to the actual graduation. As a graduate of
the school in 1954, I attend the Golden Eagle Breakfast on graduation morning
to welcome the class of 1964 into the ranks of fifty-year graduates. The event is always a great time to reconnect with old friends. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">This year in place of presenting the
Distinguished Alumni Award at graduation, it was presented as a separate
event. The award was presented this year to Doctor David Monahan, class of 1962, for his exemplary work in the medical field in a number of under
developed countries. As a former winner of the award several years ago, I
was proud and pleased to attend the event and offer my congratulation to Dr.
Monahan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">NEWS
FOR NSES<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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May WAS Older American's Month! <br />Older Americans Month 2014 <br />Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow. <br />Older adults have made countless contributions and sacrifices to ensure a better life for future generations. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. This celebration recognizes older Americans for their contributions and demonstrates our nation's commitment to helping them stay healthy and active. <br /><br />This year's theme for Older Americans Month is "Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow." The theme focuses on injury prevention and safety to encourage older adults to protect themselves and remain active and independent for as long as possible. <br /><br />Unintentional injuries to this population result in at least 6 million medically treated injuries and more than 30,000 deaths every year. With an emphasis on safety during Older Americans Month, we encourage older adults to learn about the variety of ways they can avoid the leading causes of injury, like falls. <br /><br />While North Shore Elder Services provides services, support, and resources to older adults year-round, Older Americans Month offers an opportunity for us to provide specialized information and services around the important topic of injury prevention. This information will help older adults take control of their safety and live longer, healthier lives. <br /><br />Throughout the next month, NSES will be providing tips on how to avoid the leading causes of injury. To learn more about Older Americans Month and how you can participate, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter and keep up to date on our latest news! <br /><br /></div>
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<span style="color: red;">PERSONAL OSERVATIONS </span><br /></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Spring Reading</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With the cool Damp weather, and being
indoors a bit more than normal, I have had a lot of time to read</span></i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">.</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Over the years, one of my favorite films
derived from a book titled “The Long Grey Line”. The movie starring
Tyrone Power and Maureen O’Hara has been viewed by me a number of
times. The story revolves around the life of an Irish Immigrant
Martin Maher, who came to this country. After a couple of years in the
Point’s mess hall, he then joined the Army, was stationed at West Point and
worked with the Corps of Cadets for over five decades as a physical
conditioning instructor. The story focused on his personal relationship
with a number of famous military members of the Corp of Cadets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">I recently discovered another book by
Rick Atkinson also called “The Long
Grey Line”. The author is one of my personal favorites, and I have
read a number of books written by him, primarily about the military. This book focuses on the West Point Class of 1966, and follows a
selected few of those class members and then continues reporting about those
same class members through their early days in their regular army. In
many cases their difficult decisions relative to their “coming to grips” with
the way the Vietnam War was being conducted, and whether or not to make a
career in the army that they had first felt certain about. Those
decisions focused on the way the country was dealing with the War.
Both the decisions on how Army officials and how Washington were managing
the war and running the army at that time and public sentiment that had turned
almost completely against our effort in Southeast Asia. The book was well chronicled
and most enjoyable. It presented the controversial
war and the vision from the minds of young men being asked to fight a war that
many thought should never have never been conducted. The loss of life in
the effort was incredible, and a large number of the Class of 1963 were killed
in the war. A substantial percentage of the class of 450 cadets later
resigned and pursued other careers as soon as their official term of enlistment
was over. Graduate school and the law became choices for many. This
large number of defections had an impact on how the “Point” would be managed in
future years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The book continued to view the members
of the 1963 class as they moved through life with a particular emphasis on the
work of several classmates as they created an idea, raised the funds needed to
build and dedicate a sensational memorial in the form of a wall on Mall in
Washington DC. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The book spent a fair amount of time
outlining the cheating scandal and the arrival of female cadets, but also
pointed out that the “POINT” had changed in keeping with the dramatic
demographic changes that matched the dramatic changes and the demographic
changes in the American population.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-size: 12.0pt;">Local Professional
Sports</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">BOSTON RED SOX </span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The community baseball team, the old
town team Red Sox, did not start out as effective as they did in 2013 when they
were the World Champs, but it is very early in the season and maybe they will
hopefully improve their performance before the summer arrives. Baseball in the spring with unforgiving tricky weather can be difficult
at best. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">THE BOSTON BRUINS</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The ice hockey team drew a difficult
task by drawing the Detroit Red Wings in the opening round of the Stanley Cup
Playoff, but after losing the first game of the series they then won four
straight games. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Then they faced their archrival Montreal
Canadians in round two. In the past those efforts that rise to great
emotions whenever the Bruins and Canadians get together, matches the efforts of
the Red Sox and the Yankees. Those emotions made the next round certainly
more competitive and the Bruins season ended with a loss to their arch enemy
from Montreal.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The 2014 season schedule for the New
England Patriots was recently released and as a long time season ticket holder
that schedule is most important to me. It seems that each year the
schedule becomes more and more focused on what the television networks want
rather than what the fans want. In 2014 the team will play five evening
games and two late afternoon contests that certainly lend themselves to TV
scheduling. I expect that kind of schedule is what must be expected for a team
with a projected winning record. The annual player draft result included
the selection of a quarterback that might be the replacement for long-time fan
favorite Tom Brady. If the draft continues the rebuilding of the 2014
team that started with an aggressive plan during free agency that will give the
fans some hope for the future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-64269605344629800412014-05-14T10:15:00.000-04:002014-05-14T10:15:23.641-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS MAY 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<b>ESSEX HERITAGE ACTIVITIES</b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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I continue to follow and applaud the work and the activities of the
Essex National Heritage Commission. As a result of my many years of association with the
organization, the objectives of this organization remain high on my list of
valuable resources. I have come to realize the importance of Essex
Heritage’s association with the National Park Service and the daily value that
is offered by them to the three quarters of a million residents of the region
and the hundreds of thousands of visitors to this area. The regional nature of this organization and
the numerous collaborative activities that Essex Heritage fosters as part of
their charge is so important to the cooperation that improves the quality of
life and the economy in the region and makes Essex County such as national
treasure. I continue to serve as President Emeritus, Board of
Trustee member and a most interested supporter of ENHC activities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex Heritage assists numerous not-for-profit organizations in this
region who count on this support and that provided by residents and businesses
of the area. I am proud to be serving in some small capacity a number of
those local organizations, and I point out the following initiatives of some of
those groups worthy of your support. The organizations are North Shore
Elder Services, The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Salem, All Local Historic
Societies, and many other groups. I would like to highlight the support
needed at Essex Heritage and to outline how becoming a member of this regional
effort can benefit them and in the long run bring help to the residents of
this region<b>.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>About Essex Heritage</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The Essex National Heritage Area encompasses the 34 cities and towns of
Essex County, a 500 square mile region just north of Boston, Massachusetts. The
county was officially designated a National Heritage Area by an Act of the U.S.
Congress in 1996, in recognition of the important role that the county played
in American history and the significant heritage resources that still exist in
the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Act also authorized the establishment of the Essex National
Heritage Commission as the non-profit steward of the Area. Our mission is to
preserve and enhance the historic, cultural and natural resources of Essex
County for the benefit of all who live, work and visit the Area. To achieve
this, we work collaboratively with community leaders and organizations
throughout the Area to ensure that the authentic story of Essex County has
meaning and value for current and future generations.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Commission develops public/private partnerships that support the
hundreds of heritage organizations and sites in the 34 communities
within the Heritage Area. Bringing together organizations diverse in size,
budget, mission and experience, Essex Heritage provides a structure that
respects, promotes and sustains regional resources and works to make those
resources integral to residents’ lives.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The Annual Spring Meeting of the Essex Heritage Commission was held
at Gordon College in Wenham</b> <br />
The Essex Heritage Commission held its annual SPRING MEETING at Gordon College
in Wenham in the middle of the month..<br /><br />
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<b>TOWN OF DANVERS SCHEDULES FIN-COM MEETING</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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As is the usual process, the Town of Danvers has scheduled a number of
sessions for the purpose of having the Town’s Finance Committee meet and
review the budgets established by the various Town Departments. It is the
responsibility of the finance group to seek meaningful answers relative the
departments’ calculations of their needs and to reduce the commitments when
appropriate. In addition to annual budget reviews the Finance
Committee also reviews, adjusts and approves a series of Warrant Articles that
offers programs of capital spending offered by both Town Management and town
residents that have options offered for consideration. The number
and level of warrant articles being considered by senior management Finance
Committee includes about one and one half dozen public meetings over a three
week period which provides a valuable oversight on town expenditures. The work
is tedious but I am pleased to be a part of the process, which is so valuable
to the health of the community. <br />
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TOWN OF DANVERS ADJUSTMENT IN RAIL TRAIL</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The recently completed Danvers Rail Trail is about to experience an
adjustment to one end of the trail at the Wenham Street crossing. An
elevated pathway over some wetlands will be built and trees and picnic tables
will be added. The end of the trail that ends near the Agway facility on Wenham
Street will be moved to an adjacent park that is owned by the Town and is not
presently heavily used. The trail adjustment will be rebuilt by a
contingent of fifty employees of the Timberland Company that takes great pride
to be involved in recreational projects. The Danvers Trail correction
meets all of the criteria established many years ago<b> </b>by the Company.
Timberland will also contribute $4,000 in cash to the rework.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>More Tail Trail Information from George Saluto and his Swamp Walk
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The Danvers Rail Trail & the Danvers-Wenham SwampWalk continue to
add extraordinary features for visitor enjoyment and wildlife enhancement, even
during this past winter. A couple of weeks ago, while the ice was still 1-foot
thick, Thomas Arsenault, Troop 155, completed his Eagle Scout Service Project
which was the installation of four bat houses on 2 sixteen-foot poles in the
middle of the swamp. The SwampWalk is an integral component of the Ipswich
River watershed and is contiguous to the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary.
Undisturbed wildlife abounds both in the wetlands and the upland islands. Robert
is aware of this habitat, and it became the theme of his bat house effort. The swamp was iced-over during this past
chilly winter.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COPPA ACTIVITIES</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Since I had my leg amputated almost four years ago, I have been
searching for a program where I could be helpful to others that are operating
with handicaps. I believe I have found that organization and I have
become the Clerk-Treasurer of the Cornell Orthopedics and Prosthetics Amputee
Association (COPAA). This organization is a not for profit corporation that
will allow for deductible financial gifts from individual and corporations that
wish to support COPAA efforts. The goal of COPAA is to provide a
gathering place for others with disabilities to share their experiences and
benefit from those networking opportunities. If anyone reading this
message is interested in learning more about this organization or wishes to
donate to support its mission, please contact them at 978-922-0277.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In addition, at monthly meetings speakers that could benefit the
members of the group with valuable information about regional service resources
that are available to members are provided. The group maintains
lists with details of resources and services available to members. The organization offers athletic and social outings where networking
opportunities are provided and general conditions connected to medical
conditions can be discussed. At the many athletic outings like ski
trips, bike rides and other activities that are offered, cash awards to assist
with amputee participation are offered based on need. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Non Profit Application Filled with Mass Secretary of State</b> </div>
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Earlier
this past month, we filed an application with the Secretary of State in
Massachusetts for Non Profit status. For COPAA the fee for that
application was provided by a generous gift from Eastern Bank. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB YOUTH OF THE YEAR CANDIDATES<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Our three amazing Youth of the Year candidates Yailin Victoria, Jhonel
Roberts and Coral Luna-Gil will be interviewed by Mayor Kimberley Driscoll,
Peabody Essex Museum CEO Dan Munroe, North Shore Medical CEO Bob
Norton and Ernst & Young partner Jacqueline Washburn this
week. They will be interviewing and making the selection for our
2014 Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year! The winner will
represent us State-wide for an opportunity to move on to
National Competition! Good Luck to the three candidates.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>SPAULDING HOSPITAL PATIENT ADVISORY COUNCIL</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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My wife and I have had a wonderful opportunity to join with a number of
former patients and staff to discuss the many hospital programs and how they
impact the patients and how they can be improved. During my wive’s
recuperation from her broken ankle we missed a couple of meetings and were
pleased to attend the March meeting where we were brought up to date on the
management structure by Spaulding North Shore Hospital President Maureen Banks.
She also provided a valuable overview of the entire network of hospital holdings.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We were also shown a preliminary marketing campaign that will be used
on hospital property in Salem. The plan is to show patients and visitors alike
the great work being accomplished at this important North Shore Facility<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DANVERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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This important community organization is planning several events to
help celebrate the mission of the organization. A brief listing of the
planned events follows if you wish additional information or if you wish to
participate in the planning for these events, contact the
Danvers Historical Society at 978-777 -1666 or at <a href="http://www.danvershistory.org/"><b>www.danvershistory.org</b></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><i>Join us in celebrating major upcoming 2014
Anniversaries: </i></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Anniversary of saving the 1754 Page House</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>200th
Anniversary of the Ingersoll Farm transformation into Glen Magna Farms</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>ST RICHARDS OF DANVERS GIFT PROGRAM </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Over the last year a group of parish leaders from the Pastoral Council
and the Parish Finance Committee have been hosting a number of “Conversations’
with Father Bruce Flanagan seeking a broad cross section to discuss and outline
how to best address a series of challenges facing the parish. These challenges
are handicapped accessibility concerns, deferred maintenance matters, energy
inefficiencies and safety issues. On the first weekend in May at all of
the masses, an informative 15-minute presentation was offered to all
parishioners attending those services. Those presentations outlined the plans
that have been developed and the current status of the proposal was
provided. Take home material for all of the attendees was provided to
help to explain the programs being considered. Those that came to the
services that weekend learned of the plans of the Parish. The attendees
were asked to consider the information provided and to contemplate offering
financial support for the physical changes proposed. For more information
about the program that features access for all please contact the Parish at 978
774-7575.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DANVERS COUNCIL ON AGING INFORMATION</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The council leadership continues to develop programs and policies for
the Danvers Senior Center on Stone Street. They just completed an Annual
Report that outlines the numerous successful programs offered by the Council
including a new recently introduced Adult Day Care Program that is much needed
and has filled quickly. There is substantial information about the
numerous feeding programs offered to senior Danvers residents. The report
that will be distributed to the elected officials in the Community concurrent
with the Town’s Annual Town Meeting and is available upon request at the Senior
Center. The resources available to help underwrite the activities to
serve the ever increasing elderly population of Danvers comes from a variety of
sources including community funding. Excess revenues gained from the efficient
organization of the Center, Federal and State Grants, and most importantly from
a most generous organization know as the Friends of the Senior Center. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The Director of the Senior Center recently pointed out to us, “that in
2015 there will be more persons in this country over 65 than there will be persons
aged 16 and under. It is clear to all of us connected with the
Danvers Senior Center that the ever increasing population of elders and the
needs of senior citizens in Danvers will be under a great deal of pressure to
expand.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>North Shore Elder Services Information </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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On or about June 30, 2014 NSES will be moving from its present location
in Danvers to 300 Rosewood also in Danvers. That site is off Route 114.
In the new location NSES will have more space that will allow for more future
growth and is a much more efficient space, all located on one level. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>PERSONAL OBSERVATIONS</b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Congratulations to all local residents that will be celebrating a
Graduation</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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We know that in the weeks ahead, many residents of this region will be
celebrating graduation from one of our local High Schools or the numerous great
Colleges serving this region. We want to take a moment to congratulate
you for your achievement and to offer our best wishes as you embark on the next
steps in your life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Present reading material that I have enjoyed </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Over the last couple of weeks I have read several biographical accounts
on the life of General George S. Patton of World War period. I
am still lamenting my absence at the Essex Heritage Hero event celebrating the
life of the Patton Family and the recent material on General Patton was most
informative and I learned a great deal about the family now headed by my good
friend Ms. Joanne Patton of the Hamilton-Wenham region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-91004182722843815492014-04-02T22:52:00.003-04:002014-04-02T22:52:53.672-04:00Essex Happenings April 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<b><span style="color: red;">Essex Heritage</span></b></div>
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I continue to follow and applaud the work and the activities of the
Essex Heritage Commission, as a result of my many years of association with
that organization. The objectives of that organization remains high on my list
of important matters. I have come to
realize the importance of that National Park Service association and the daily
value that is offered be them to the three quarters of a million residents of
the region and the hundreds of thousands of visitors to the area that
represented a great deal of activities that make the region such a national
treasure. The regional nature of that
Organization and the numerous cooperative activities that Essex Heritage
fosters as part of their charge is so important to the cooperation that
improves the quality of life and the economy in the region through cooperative
efforts. I continue to serve as
President Emeritus, board of Trustee member and a most interested and a
supporter of Essex Heritage activities and events.</div>
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A very valuable and informative article on the growth of Essex Heritage
has been prepared by the National Park Conservation Association's magazine, and after it is released by the
National Park Service, I will provide a link for those that might be interested.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage to conduct semi-
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on April 30, 2014 • Gordon College, at the Ken Olsen Science Center,
255 Grapevine Road, Wenham, MA, 01984 The College and the Commission will host
one of Essex Heritage’s most popular public events in the region. This meeting is a wonderful way to network
with regional leaders to receive current updates on the projects and the work
of the Commission on activities and projects. You are invited to participate in
this free, valuable morning of networking and regional engagement. Join us!
Contact ENHC at www.essexheritage.org or call the office at 978-740-0444 for a
reservation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Other Events<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>April 16 - Seven Lectures at The
Seven Gables:</b> The Day the Ocean Changed to Chocolate<o:p></o:p></div>
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The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Day the Ocean Changed to Chocolate by the founder of Harbor Sweets
in Salem.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A great night with author of Cape Cod and Back Bay, Bill Martin! Book
signing to follow.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>June 7 - Photo Safari Featuring
Tamron</b>: Riverbend Reservation, Ipswich River Watershed Association, 143
County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Equipped with all the latest camera gear from Tamron, provided by
Hunt’s Photo & Video, and personally coached by Hunt’s technical experts
and visiting professional photographers, capture the gardens, <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>June 18 - Seven Lectures at The
Seven Gables:</b> Urban Howlings, Coyotes Among Us<o:p></o:p></div>
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The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Hear all about our neighbors, the coyotes. Author Jonathan Way
describes an ever diminishing habitat, the wild, and how to co-exist.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>August 9 - Photo Safari at Appleton
Farms:</b> The Trustees of the Reservations, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA,
01938<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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With a state-of-the-art digital camera in hand, capture Appleton Farms,
one of the oldest continuously operating farms in the United States. Contact
the Commission for a reservation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>August 20 - Seven Lectures at
The Seven Gables:</b> New England Powder
Houses<o:p></o:p></div>
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The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Enjoy a night of history of powder houses by author Matthew Thomasta <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Housing in Wenham on Land
Donated by the Patton Family</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Moderately priced housing will be built on four acres of donated land
provided to the town by the Patton Family. Several months ago the Patton family
in Wenham made a gift to the Town of Wenham of land owned for many generations
of the family. The gift came without any
specific restrictions on its use. The
community has recently set aside four acres for a potential named developer to
offer a proposal to the town to
construct 12 moderately priced new homes.
For more information on any portion of the proposed project contact the
Towns Planning Director. The primary
member of the family responsible for the generous gift to the Town was Ms.
Joanne Patton. Essex Heritage is most
aware of the generosity of Ms. Patton as she was recently named the most recent
winner of the Essex Heritage Hero Annual Award provided to a person responsible
for good works in the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>State Representative John Keenan
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In a surprised announcement recently John Keenan announced that he is
not going to run for the Massachusetts seat again. Salem Chief of Police Paul
Tucker has announced that he will run for the Salem seat if his job will allow.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Hamilton-Wenham School District
moves to build shared facility<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The two communities of Hamilton and Wenham have received a second
Community Innovation Challenge Grant to complete the planning of a building
that jointly manages school facilities.
This project appears to be tailored for two communities like Hamilton
and Wenham that have done a number of projects to share ideas, concepts and
funding. Essex Heritage has long been a
strong advocate of communities working together to accomplish successful
projects at moderate to lower financial assets. This clearly benefits the
residents and the school district.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City of Peabody and Clarke Farm
enters an agreement to offer CSA Program to residents <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City of Peabody has entered into an agreement with Clark Farm in Danvers
to offer CSA shares to the residents of Peabody. This is a most positive development.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Community Preservation Act (CPA)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>- City of Beverly receives a substantial
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Local organizations have filed thirty-three projects totaling over 33
million in requests including the restoration of several historic properties in
that community including work on the Hale House and the First Parish
Church. There are several projects
presented by the City Recreation Department and upgrades of several playground
properties. In addition there are requests
for funding to acquire a Girl Scout camp and a request from a preservation
group to use the funds to purchase Moraine Farms adjacent to Wenham Lake. That
grant would trigger a donation of additional private land for preservation. In addition there are plans to extend walking
trails. This year the all volunteer
Community Preservation Committee has a total of $570,000 to award with the
concurrence of the City Council in November. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>- City of Salem CPA<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Speaking of recent CPA Programs, the creation of a program to help
improve and enhance historically valuable assets in the City of Salem was
established in 2012-13. The first
proposed projects will be considered with an expected pool of funds to total
$400,000. The projects included for
consideration are varied and valuable to the Community. The projects included to be considered the
first year includes the restoration of a chapel at the historic Greenlawn
Cemetery, walking and bike paths at Winter Island, the creation of a community
garden and work including window replacements on City Owned Properties.<o:p></o:p></div>
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- The Community Preservation Act is funded by a real estate extra tax, but the benefits to local
communities by earmarking finds for preservation effort can be most beneficial
to the effort to restore and preserve certain important historically properties. The act has been adopted by a number of
municipalities in this region. The Town of Danvers with numerous historic
properties would be a great candidate to adopt the act and extend the number of
communities with CPAs in Essex County.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Olympic Connections to Essex County
and general Observations<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The two week Olympic presentation offered in Russia has come to an end
and the USA was reasonably successful as they finished second in total medals
won - just behind Russia. The wins were
numerous but the event was not without its disappointments, and the results of
the two USA hockey teams were less than anticipated. Meghan Duggan won her second silver medal in
woman’s hockey and her teammate Alex Carpenter was very proficient. She is the daughter of Bobby Carpenter of St
John’s Prep hockey fame. Another
connection to the Prep was Steve Langston a former track star at the Prep who
won two bronze medals in the bobsled events.<o:p></o:p></div>
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observations <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Olympics in Russia:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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With all of the fears outlined about security matters and lodging
preparations offered during the event were unfounded as the Olympic events
seemed to be performed without incident.
For those situations we can be thankful.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Local Awards and recognition offered to members of the Leonard Family.
<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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We are most fortunate that we have two granddaughters that are most
athletically active in their communities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Katherine Leonard is a seventeen year old two sport participant and
captain of two women’s sports in Danvers.
She has been a most active senior player in both Field Hockey and
Lacrosse. She has numerous All Star
nominations for her two way play in Field Hockey and has one more season to be
played on the Falcons High School team in Lacrosse in the Spring of 2013. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Her most recent award was provided at the most recent MIAA Annual Woman
and Girls Celebration of Women in Sports provided at Faneuil Hall in Boston on
February 7, 1913. She was presented that award by the Massachusetts
Interscholastic Association and the Massachusetts Attorney General Martha
Coakley.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Our other granddaughter Caroline Leonard is a 16 year old three sport
athlete at Algonquin Regional high School in Northborough. She has been invited to participate in a
future leadership conference in April by her Athletic director along with other
choices by Athletic Directors in Sudbury, Southborough and Algonquin. She is only a sophomore but will be playing
her third season as a varsity Soccer player in the fall of 2014. She will also participate in her third year
of Varsity Basketball and Track throwing the Javelin in 2015.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Olympic Participation by Oscar
Pistorius and other participation by handicapped people <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Last summer when the Olympics were being offered one of the stars of
that event was Oscar Pretouris, dubbed the "blade runner" who with prosthetic
legs, designed for running competed in the regular Olympics as a sprinter. He was a sensation and the ‘”darling” of
handicapped people all over the world.
Now Oscar has been charged with murdering his girlfriend and all eyes
are now on Pretoria South Africa where the murder trial is being held. If he is convicted of the crime much of the
shine on his career will be dimmed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In another area, at this year’s “Dancing with the Stars” TV event, one
of the contestants Amy Purdy is a double leg amputee and is scheduled now to
compete in the Handicapped Olympics as a snowboarder. All of us will follow her progress on the
dancing event and we wish her success for her courage.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Ongoing winter reading
experiences<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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During the last couple of weeks I have completed a most informative
book that has been on various best seller lists in the last several weeks. I have read a political presentation titled “The Bully Pulpit” written by the
noted historian and author, Doris Kearns Goodwin. The story focused on the life, experiences
and operational efficiencies of Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and William
Howard Taft who followed each other in the White House. The book appeared to be most accurate and
informative and I truly enjoyed the presentation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On the lighter side I discovered an author that writes legal
novels. I have recently finished a
number of informative books authored by Michael Connelly called the “Lincoln
Lawyer” and the “Gods of Guilt” that were most entertaining and are recommended.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Spring starts in a few days. Let’s
hope that date will be accompanied by more moderate weather that will make
Easter a more appropriate date for the Easter Parade.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-84911563787946218652014-02-19T10:32:00.000-05:002014-02-19T10:32:20.016-05:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS March 2014<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">I continue to follow and applaud the work and the activities of the Essex National Heritage Commission as my many years of association with that organization
remains high on my list of important matters. I have come to realize the importance
of that National Park Service affiliate and the daily value that is offered to
the three quarters of a million residents of the region and the hundreds of
thousands of visitors to the area that represented a great deal of activities
that make the region such a national treasure.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Essex
Heritage Initiatives</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 9.0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Since
1996, The Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage) has championed
the heritage development of Essex County by fostering public-private
partnerships that preserve and enhance the significant aspects of the region’s
history, cultural heritage and character.<span style="color: #972800;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 10.5pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">We
look forward to working with you to promote the sustainability of this
great region. Some of our current initiatives include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/bordertoboston"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Border to Boston Trail</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/education-programming"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Education Programming</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/aboutbyway"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Essex Coastal Scenic Byway</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/heroes"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Heritage Hero Award</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/northeastharvest"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Northeast Harvest</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> - Buy Fresh, Buy Local<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/grants"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Partnership Grant Program</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/photocontest"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Photo Contest</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/photosafari"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Photo Safaris</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/salemwitchhunt"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Salem Witch Hunt: Examine the Evidence </span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">(a film)<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ts"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Trails & Sails: <i>Two Weekends of Walks & Water</i></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/youthjobs"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Youth Jobs Program</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #002060; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="apple-tab-span"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span style="color: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/events"><span style="color: #002060; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Events</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">and
much, much more! </span><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/accomplishments"><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Learn more about our
accomplishments here.</span></a><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">National
Heritage Areas</span></b><b><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> <o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Essex
Heritage is a member of the Alliance of Heritage Areas</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">. National Heritage Areas (NHAs)
across the country are designated by Congress as places where natural,
cultural, and historic resources combine to form a cohesive, nationally
important landscape. Through their resources, NHAs tell nationally important
stories that celebrate our nation's diverse heritage. NHAs are lived-in
landscapes. Consequently, NHA entities collaborate with communities to
determine how to make heritage relevant to local interests and needs. Visit the
Alliance of National Heritage Areas (ANHA) </span><a href="http://www.nationalheritageareas.us/"><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">website</span></a><span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Visit the National Park
Service (NPS) National Heritage Areas </span><a href="http://www.nps.gov/history/heritageareas/"><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">website</span></a><span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/exhibit-antique-pocketbooks"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Exhibit at
The Gables: Antique Pocketbooks</span></a><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">March 4, 2014
to March 17, 2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 10.5pt;">
<span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">This exciting collection of over 50 Antique Pocketbooks includes
treasures from the Golden Ages. Many will be staged with accessories for opera,
the hunt, or just a day in the country. Traveling across the pond? You may see
that too!</span></div>
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/historys-witches"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Seven
Lectures at The Seven Gables: History’s Witches</span></a><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">March 19, 2014
• The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA,
01970<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 10.5pt;">
<span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Local author and illustrator Lisa Graves offers insights into
this fascinating subject.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/exhibit-malala-portraits"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Exhibit at
The Gables: The Malala Portraits</span></a><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">April 2, 2014
to April 10, 2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 10.5pt;">
<span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">This stunning collection of portraits of the young girl, Malala,
who spoke up in favor of education for girls and was shot for that opinion, depicts
her intelligence, courage and dignity. Painted by local High School
students to honor the Nobel Peace Prize nominee, these are compelling works of art.</span></div>
<a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/ocean-changed-chocolate"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Seven
Lectures at The Seven Gables: The Day the Ocean Changed to Chocolate</span></a><span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #972800; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">April 16, 2014
• The House of the Seven Gables, United States, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA,
01970<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #383838; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The Day the Ocean Changed to Chocolate by Ben Strohecker,
founder of Harbor Sweets!</span></div>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">DANVERS
FINANCE COMMITTEE</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Last year on the
recommendation of Danvers Town Manager Wayne Marquis, I have recently received
my sixth or seventh appointment to the Town’s Finance Committee. The
committee is made up of ten town residents who review and recommend to the
elected Town Meeting membership. The Finance committee reviews community
budgets and the impact that zoning changes might have on residents and
neighborhoods and other community matters. During the final week of
February the Finance Committee held a meeting to review a number of matters
that will be presented at a Special Town Meeting scheduled for the first week
of March. The Committee considered and made recommendations. The
observations of the Finance Committee are not binding on the Town Meeting, but
carry some weight in the final decision. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Due to a recent
surgical procedure, I was unable to attend the meeting but positive
recommendations on all 22 warrant articles were offered by the balance of the
Committee. I will report on the deliberations and the findings of the
Town Meeting in a later report. There was a varied listing of
issues. There were zoning and medical matters as well as family housing
issues. All of the issues were offered with positive observations,
by they were only recommendations and the Town Meeting body could act
differently.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Spieliotis to
Serve</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">State Representative from Danvers Ted Speliotis has been picked to
represent the Commonwealth on a State School Safety Cooperative.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> The State Representative from Danvers will be representing the Speaker of
the House on a new commission called for by the Governor to study violence in
schools.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Peabody
Historical Society</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Congratulations to the Peabody Historic Society for their wise and well
selected choice of Dick St. Pierre as their recently selected Executive
Director. He will have a large pair of shoes to fill with the retirement
of Bill Power. Both men have served as active Trustees of Essex Heritage
and Dick will be a wonderful choice to carry on the work started by Bill Power.
I have seen Dick in action and Peabody Historical Society will be
pleased in the long term with their choice. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<br />
<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Observations
on Local Sports</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">New England
Patriots</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Patriots season ended not with a bang, but with a thud as they lost
again in the Conference Championship Game and not the Super Bowl. it is
also very clear that the National Conference is playing with more physicality
and the Pats need to be restructured to stay competitive.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Boston
Bruins</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Boston Bruins lead their NHL Division and several members of the team
are representing their specific countries in the Olympics and those not playing
internationally are on two week break.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Boston Celtics</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Celtics continue to drift from game to game in their race to a good
draft position. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Red Sox</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Red Sox are preparing for Spring Training in Florida started on 2/15
and former star Curt Schilling announced more bad news (as if he needed more) that his medical advisors have discovered Cancer in his body.
The sometimes starting and relief pitcher, Ryan Dempster announced that he will
sit out the 2014 season with a desire to spend more time with his family and
neck problems.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Bean Pot
Hockey Tournament</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">In 1952 a hockey tournament between the four Boston colleges was
established at the old Boston Garden. The participating schools are
Boston College. Boston University, Harvard and Northeastern University
The Tournament is now played at the TD Garden on the first two Monday evenings
in February. Each year a blind draw as organized by two tames are played on
the first date. On the second evening, the two winners from week one play
as do the two losing teams. This year the final is set with Boston College
playing against Northeastern and BU and Harvard competing. Boston
College has won the last four Bean Pot events and they are alive to extend that
record on Feb 19<sup>th</sup>. In the history of this event, a major
snowstorm hit and virtually closed down the City of Boston and stranded many in
the arena for days. I have attended many of these events over the last
half a century, but are content now to watch the events on TV. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Winter Reading</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The winter of 2013-14 has had weather that was very cold and has kept me
indoors more often than usual and has had me reading even more often. As
a result, I have read several good books. I have recently read
biographies of Boston athletic greats including Ted Williams and Bobby
Orr. Staying with that kind of books I have recently read a life story of
Derek Sanderson. The story began with Derek’s youth growing up in Ontario
in southern Canada. The book appropriately </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">titled Crossing the Line continued through his early
hockey career and his NHL signing with the Boston Bruins. He along with
his Boston teammates were folk heroes in Boston. Derek was a part of a
group of players that won two Stanley Cup Championships in the late 1960’s and
early 1970’s. He was a premier star on that team and was met with great
adulation wherever he appeared in Boston. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">As a result of his popularity and his talent he became the target of a
competing league and ultimately signed with that league for an ungodly amount
of money. The story continued with information on how he misspent that money
on wild times with little or no thought for the future. He recounted an
incident in a snowstorm in southern Canada where he almost died as he had no
control of his facilities.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Sanderson’s life was finally put under control and he was saved from self-destruction
with the help of former teammates and friends. As part of his salvation
he became involved in a Boston municipal program where he spoke to high school
age youth about keeping their lives in order. He later in life married to
a local gal and he and his wife were blessed two young men and developed a
communications career on TV with hockey and golf coverage, and began a
financial program to work with young athletes in the preservation of their
earnings and future assets. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">I was particularly pleased to see a reference in the book about how a
former client of mine at Salem Five was very helpful when Sanderson’s days were
at its darkest level. Yvon Cormier, a builder and a developer took Derek
under his wing and put him to work at the Andover Country Club where Cormier
was developing new homes. Yvon was a long time hockey fan from his youth
growing up in Canada. The story outlines a serious link to Sanderson’s
addiction to alcohol and drugs that were with the help of friends, and local support,
Sanderson addressed and defeated these two addictions.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Danvers
Historical Society Anniversary Events</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The following events are being planned and we will keep you posted
as details become available:</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Celebrating Stewardship - the 50th Anniversary of the Danvers
Historical Society acquiring Glen Magna Farms</span></i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The 100<sup>th</sup> Anniversary of the Danvers Historical Society
acquiring the Jeremiah Page House </span></i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Celebrating The Society 125 Years!!</span></i><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">STUDENTS
PERFORMING IN THE COMMUNITY</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Two High Schools in Danvers should be congratulated for efforts offered
at the schools. At St. John’s Prep their annual Empty Bowls event
showcased some of the artistic work from their students and raised over $3500
for Haven From Hunger that feed the hungry. In Danvers High school a
student run retail store provided experience for the young men and women that
participate.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">COPPA MATTERS</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The organization
devoted to enhancing the life of people with disabilities have been benefited
by a grant from Eastern Bank, one primary financial organization in the
region that has provided a valun profit status for those that wish to donate
and receive non taxable status for their contributions.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Boys and Girls
Club of Greater Salem News</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">One of my most
favorite organizations where I serve on the Board of Directors and does such
wonderful work in this region is sponsoring a raffle fund raiser on St. Patrick’s
Day. I encourage participation in the following event as the proceeds are all
provided to support the club’s operation that supports the youth of this
region.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The 5th Annual Shamrock Sweepstakes will take place on Thursday, March
13 at the Moose Lodge at 50 Grove Street. This is a major fundraiser for the
Club. We will be selling only 300 tickets at $100 each. The top prize is
$10,000. Tickets are on sale at the Club. For more information, call us at
978-744-0915.</span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Lodging in the
region</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We are always moat interested in the advance of more lodging for the
tourism industry of this region and the City of Salem is in the process of
adding more hotel rooms to the region. The Waterfront Hotel at Pickering
Wharf is planning to add thirty two hotel rooms and the City is working on a
new Hotel facility in the Post Office section of the Community. The
added rooms will add substantially to lodging in the region.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">NORTH SHORE ELDERS PROGRAMS</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Gift Cards offered by North Shore Elder Affairs<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">With the multiple credit card
security breaches in the news recently, it can be difficult to feel safe
shopping in your favorite stores. However, NSES has a solution for you! By
purchasing gift cards to your favorite restaurants and stores through NSES, not
only can you feel protected from fraud, but you will also receive full
face value of the card with no surcharges, and the vendor will contribute a
percentage back to our Nutrition Program! To find out what gift
cards are available to purchase, </span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ub_F8WdCPcZOO44bLgaTa3oPXpnIzHfjVyJC3hD42O3vENbdJJfVNOrteSNajkDL0BmNgcxRTuO"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">click here</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">. For additional information, or to
place an order, call or email Erica at: </span><a href="mailto:eblumberg@nselder.org"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">eblumberg@nselder.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Phone: 978.624.2226</span>Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-45059980677110220302014-02-19T09:45:00.000-05:002014-02-19T09:45:00.421-05:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS February 2014<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I continue to follow and applaud the work and the activities of
the Essex National Heritage Commission as my many years of association with that
organization remains high on my list of important matters. I have come to
realize the importance of that National Park Service affiliate and the daily
value that is offered to the three quarters of a million residents of the
region and the hundreds of thousands of visitors to the area that represented a
great deal of activities that make the region such a national treasure.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">ESSEX NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA</span></b><b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Colonial Settlements, Maritime
Adventures and Centuries of American Growth<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Essex National
Heritage Area begins just 10 miles north of Boston and covers 500 square miles
of eastern Massachusetts to the New Hampshire border. The area includes
hundreds of historical sites, miles of intact landscapes, glistening coastal
regions and lifetimes of rich experiences that chronicle the history of our
region and of our nation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Essex National Heritage Area is a member of the Alliance of National Heritage
Areas and is one of 49 heritage areas in the United States. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.nps.gov/">www.nps.gov</a></span><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> -</span><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Experience Your America. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Discover nearly 400 national
parks on the official National Park Service webpage. Some may be closer than
you think. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">What
are National Heritage Areas?</span><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">They
are designated by Congress as places where natural, cultural, and historic
resources combine to form a cohesive, nationally important landscape.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">ESSEX HERITAGE EVENTS SCHEDULED EARLY IN 2014</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Exhibits and </span></b><a href="http://www.essexheritage.org/reception-underground-railroad"><b><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Members’ Reception
at the Gables on the Underground Railroad</span></b></a><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">February
12, 2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970. EX
(Exhibits at The Gables) for The Underground Railroad exhibit will open
with a members’ reception on February 12.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">February
13, 2014 to February 28, 2014 • The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970 - Celebrating
Black History Month, The House of the Seven Gables is proud to welcome the
public to this special exhibit. Have you ever wondered if there were
North Shore homeowners involved in the Underground Railroad? Come find out!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">REGIONAL NEWS</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">DANVERS
TO FOLLOW PEABODY’S LEAD ON LICENSES</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As
previously reported, the City of Peabody is seeking an unlimited number of
liquor licenses from the Commonwealth as an impetus to the economic development
of that community. Subsequently the Town of Danvers will soon be
following suit and will soon be seeking additional licenses for the
Town. It could be said that the development of new restaurants in
the Town of Danvers would be a boon to the addition of both real estate and
meal taxes both of which would assist the Town in its attempt to increase
overall revenue sources.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">January
weather seems extreme to this Observer</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The end of 2013 was about normal, but since the
start of the new year, it is been colder than normal all over the country with
the influence of an arctic vortex. We have seen more snow than
normal and there are reports from all over the country recording new records
for cold and conditions more severe than in recent history.</span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">BOSTON
DEVELOPERS TO ADD 12 CONDOS TO SALEM JAIL PROJECT</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
redevelopment process in the City of Salem created a series of residential
units and the successful opening of a themed eating establishment. This was on
the site that once housed one of the oldest jails anywhere in the country and
it was very well received. It appears that a recent announcement of a second
phase of that project would be started in the spring of 2014 that will include
the construction of a dozen units adjacent to phase one indicates an ever
improving economy in the region. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">MBTA
SEEKING TO IMPROVE SERVICE NORTH OF BOSTON </span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
MBTA recently announced plans to make improvements on the North Shore.
This is good news as this appears to be most positive as more and more this
justifies the addition of garage space in various locations in the region. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Town
of Danvers to hold public hearings on St. John Preparatory School Expansion
plans</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Planning Board of the Town of Danvers is scheduling a public meeting to allow
residents of the surrounding neighborhoods to comment on the recently announced
plans of the private Catholic secondary school to expand its activities
on the Summer Street 174 Acre site. The school is planning the addition
of a nearly 7500 sq. ft. Science and Technology building that will allow the
school to open and offer a new middle school for 399 prospective Grade 6 to 9
students that is expected to open in the near term. The changes in land
utilization will be minimal as most of the improvements will take place in
campus locations where programs already exist and will be better utilized in
the proposed plans. It should be noted that even though the size of the
campus is recorded as 175 acres, a great deal of the land is unusable due to water
conditions on the site. The date of the hearing on the expansion plans has
not yet been set, but will be widely announced when set and notification to
abutters will be sent out as part of the process<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Threat
at St. John’s Prep</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As a
follow up to St. John’s Prep matters, I suspect that some of you have heard
reports of police issues at the Danvers private High school. I want
to congratulate the administration at the Prep for taking the issue raised at
the school so seriously. In light of what has happened in other schools
and public places in this country and the difficulty encountered in the local
public school in the same community, that all potential “threats” should be
taken most seriously, and the cautious actions undertaken by the Prep and the
Danvers Police are applauded as it is most wise to be safe rather than be sorry
later.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Habitat
for Humanity to build Affordable Housing in Danvers</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
national firm responsible for adding affordable housing in this country is
planning to add housing stock that is affordable in the community of
Danvers. Some years ago, I was involved in a broad effort to add the
affordable housing units in that community and that work continues. This is
much needed not just in Danvers but across the entire region and should be most
welcome and might spur new developments.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">65
MILLION GRANT AWARDED FOR BRIMBAL AVE CONNECTOR PROJECT </span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The
City of Beverly was awarded a state grant to help construct the much discussed,
and City Administration supported, project on Brimbal Avenue. In an
informational meeting held recently, it was very clear that if a vote were
taken today that the project to change and create the new area would be soundly
defeated.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">RETIREMENT
OF TOWN OF DANVERS ENDICOTT PARK RANGERS</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The recent
announcement of the retirement of the Townleys, a talented and strongly
committed couple that have served the Town of Danvers as Park Rangers at the
Endicott Park Property for many years, was greeted with praise and regret.
They will be hard to replace and their contributions were recognized with a
dinner. The Townleys provided a substantial commitment to the park for
many years and their dedication to the mission of the town’s recreation area has
been exemplary. They have also been staunch supporters of the
Danvers Historical Society’s work to preserve and promote the Glen Magna Farms
property and the attendant mansion.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Current
Reading Choices</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I
took a break from reading about political biographies and enjoyed a wonderful
presentation written by Ben Bradlee Jr. about the life of Ted Williams that was
primarily focused on his personal life including his military service in two
conflicts and his numerous marriages and recollections about his children. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I am
now just starting a history of Teddy Roosevelt and Will Taft titled the Bully
Pulpit by the noted historic biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin. I am
looking forward to getting into that history. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Change
of Status of Granddaughter</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If I
am allowed on comment about our family, we were all particularly pleased to
learn that Caroline Leonard has been promoted from the junior varsity to the
girls’ varsity basketball at Algonquin Regional High School. This means a
little later start for her basketball games, but it has not stopped our
attendance at Northboro and surrounding Middlesex County locations. She
will still play from time to time with both teams to continue her rapid
development.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS UPDATE</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For
many in this region, sports and politics are of utmost importance. In
January, both the Celtics and the Bruins were on the road and were not too
successful. The Bruins won the final game of a three game west
coast trip to semi-salvage the trip. The Celtics have lost eight games in a row
during the present trip. The Patriots finished the season on a high
note with two consecutive wins in less than great weather and as a result
received an opening round playoff bye and faced a second round playoff games
against the Colts on another stormy day that they won. The playoffs for
the Pats, will come down to another Brady-Manning SHOWDOWN in Denver for the
AFC Championship. The NFC has an equally attractive game between
San Francisco and Seattle. Since this edition of this Blog will be
printed before the results of those games have been decided, we will leave
those results and the Super Bowl results for the next issue of the Essex
Happenings BLOG.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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to seek non-profit designation</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">COPAA
has focused for a number of years as a resource for individuals who have been
disadvantaged by amputations and disabilities.
It recently has completed a reorganization and has reaffirmed its mission
to reach out to an even greater degree to amputees in the Northern
Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire region. The goal of the
organization will be to make that population aware of the numerous resources
available to them through this coalition <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A perfect example of the services offered by
COPAA to its handicapped members is noted in recent membership minutes - as
noted:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">COPAA
has a ski trip coming up for organization members and prospective
members on March 8 if anyone is interested. It looks like we may be going
to Pico Mountain this year, in Killington, Vermont. We will once more be
renting a van to go up together, and we will be partnering with Spaulding
Rehabilitation Hospital again. If you haven't already made us aware of your interest
and you would like to try getting outdoors for the day and going skiing in one
of the many activities that will be available, please get in touch with COPAA
soon. You don't have to be an experienced skier to go with us. Beginners can
use a sled to go down the mountain while tethered to an experienced instructor,
or you can try skiing on a monoski (a sled that you sit on and steer with your
body weight assisted by outriggers). If you are curious or want to try
something different from couch surfing, come on out and join the fun! Contact
us.</span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I
am particularly pleased to have been asked to serve as the Treasurer and Clerk
of the organization. One of the first tasks of COPAA is to gain a
not for profit designation that will allow contributions to the organization to
be tax deductible gifts. One of the
avenues we are examining is a relationship with Essex County Community
Foundation. If any of the regional corporate and personal supporters that
have offered financial support to other charitable endeavors that I have supported
wish to participate, I encourage them to contact me at 978 774 5351 to
learn more about the organizational mission of COPAA and how the proceeds from
charitable giving will be used in the future. COPAA is a most valuable
amputee networking and supportive group and any financial or other
contributions offered are most appreciated.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Danvers Community Council
Awarded State Grant<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Congratulations
to State Senator Joan Lovely for the $20,000 grant that she was able to obtain
for the Danvers Food Pantry. The funds will be used to support the work
of the Town as they help to provide food and other goods to 180 homeless
families that are presently housed in motels in Danvers. The grant is
much appreciated, but is not a permanent solution to assist the over 2,000
homeless families currently supported by the State. It is clear that this
issue requires a permanent solution as housing for the homeless requires a
long-term solution.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-82077779598333951562013-12-28T23:59:00.002-05:002013-12-28T23:59:42.485-05:00Essex Happenings January 2014<span style="color: red;"><b>REGIONAL NEWS</b></span><div>
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<b>Rail Trail News</b></div>
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Even though I am no longer in the employ of Essex Heritage, and simply
serve as many other Commissioners and trustees do as volunteers, I am most
interested in numerous initiatives fostered by the mission of Essex Heritage
particularly as they focus on recreation and the outdoors. In that vein, I follow their work on the
development of rail trails across the region.
I have recently been made aware of a most energetic and enthusiastic
project undertaken as an Eagle Scout project that involved the search for and
the building and installation of benches made of old railroad wheels and other
material. The three benches have been
assembled and installed along the recently completed Danvers Rail Trail. If you are in the vicinity of those resting
places, take a look at the work of Danvers High School Senior, Tim Jordan, as
it is a wonderful addition to the trail. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking of Rail Trail enhancements the leadership of the Newburyport
Rail Trail group have recently received a $50,000.00 grant to install Murals and
other art work along the 1.1 mile Clipper City Rail Trail, The City of Newburyport will add funds to
complete the project.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>A wonderful holiday gift<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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If you are still searching for the perfect gift for someone you might
consider during the Holiday Season………Think about a membership for 2014. The Commission truly provided events for all
seasons. See the following Information.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Your
Support Matters.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Essex National Heritage Commission Membership program offers unique
opportunities to explore this Heritage Area. Members are the first to hear
about exciting events, receive discounts to attend these events and receive the
quarterly invitation highlighting them. In turn, supporting Essex Heritage
through our membership program means you embrace and champion our mission to
preserve and enhance the historic, cultural and natural resources of the Essex
National Heritage Area. Our power comes from the power of our supporters –
people like you who commit to protecting our region and our resources. We can't
do it without you!<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Become a member<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Check out our "Membership Details"
to learn more about membership and member benefits. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Questions? For more information, email or phone Essex Heritage at
978-740-0444. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Thank
you to our Corporate Members<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Essex Heritage is grateful for the generous support of our Corporate
Members! All of our Corporate Members enjoy unique visibility opportunities and
privileges. Learn more about Essex
Heritage's Corporate Membership Program.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex National Heritage Area • 221 Essex Street, Suite 41, Salem, MA
01970, ph 978-740-0444, f 978-744-6473<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Partnership Grant Gifts in My
Name Provided by Local Friends and Associates<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I am pleased to learn from the staff at Essex Heritage the memorial
gifts in my name have been contributed by local friends to the Essex Heritage
Partnership Grant Program. Both Essex
Heritage and I are most grateful for their thoughtfulness. These generous donors were were Michael
Morris, Dr. Wayne Burton, Fr. John O’Donnell and Paul Mc Ginley.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Happy New Year</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I want to take a moment here to wish any readers of this Blog a most
Happy New Year along with all of our best wishes for continuing good health and
financial success. As it is every year
let us all fervently wish for a level of peace on earth and safety from gun
violence and other ills in our daily
life’s.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex County Vocational
Technical School Progressing on Schedule</b>
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The New Vocational and Technical School currently under construction in
Danvers is on schedule and under budget even though there are some under
current in the region about costs of the program. A comprehensive schedule of night classes
offered for adults was recently released and there is truly something for
everyone outlined in a recent publication recently mailed to area residents. Also there are some discussions about a new
privately funded indoor skating rink being planned and leased facility adjacent
Soccer Field at the new school facility.
The initial comments about the ice facility expressed that revenues
would be positive from this venture. It
seems to this observer that the location of this proposed venture would be a
welcome addition to the local area provided
the potential problems with some residential neighbors might be
addressed. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Innovative plan for the expansion
of Education programs in Downtown Lynn Canceled</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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An innovative plan that would house education programs for Cosmetology
and Culinary Arts being moved out of the Essex Aggie location to make room for
the new county wide Vocational and Technical High School currently being built
in Danvers has suffered a setback as the company that had entered into a
prospective deal with Community College has fallen apart. The programs were moving to a location in
downtown Lynn but they are now once again without a home. The two programs that historically produced
students for prospective employment opportunities will be a loss for the
region. The collapse of the proposed
deal has also produced a lawsuit by the present owner of the proposed location
for the two programs. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Potential Power Plant Needs
Debated<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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As the start-up date of 2016 moves closer and closer the entities from
both camps, both pro and con for the need of the development of a natural gas
powered plant continues to debate the need for such a facility. I would expect that the issue will get more
hotly contested as the START-UP date get closer and closer. Stay tuned for more
facts and figures on the project so vital to the economic future of Salem and
certain communities in the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City of Peabody to seek a home
rule petition to offer ten additional liquor licenses In the Leather City<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City Administration with the unanimous support of the Council will
be seeking a home rule petition that would allow the City to offer ten
additional full service liquor licenses to potential establishments in either
the restored downtown and at the retail mall. The new licenses would be used as
an economic development tool in the community.
The Town of Danvers has applied for a couple of extra permissions and
that effort has been successful.
Several local adjacent communities have seen the growth of the
restaurant industry as an excellent economic tool.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The City of Peabody Considering
the Rehabilitation of a an well recognized building in Peabody Square</b></div>
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A development firm is considering the rehabilitation of a historic
building in the city center that would include a new hotel with a restaurant
and meeting space. It is expected that
this plan would prove to be an incentive to visitors to the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Wreath Program offered in
Peabody. New Project Honoring Vets in
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In the recent past several programs in the region have been announced
that will benefit veterans. A very
aggressive program that would place wreaths from the Wreaths Across America on
the graves of Vets has been established in Peabody. A new memorial was recently constructed in
Danvers adjacent to the Thorpe School to honor Vets in that community.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Local Senior Centers in No
Andover and Danvers seeking Volunteers to assist in programs.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Senior Center in North Andover is seeking volunteers to drive
clients to medical appointments. The
Danver Senior Center currently has an innovative adult non medical Day Care Service,
and that center is seeking qualified volunteer help. The program has been most successful
providing that there is a current and ongoing need for these kinds of programs.
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It is very clear that all over this region there are non-profit
organizations that would welcome volunteer help. If you have received help in the past from
one of these regional non-profits consider ‘paying it forward’ with contributed
support.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Public Education vs. Private
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Once overlooked public University Programs and Community Colleges are
stepping ahead of their private college partners in this state. In many cases the public facilities are
experiencing increased funding, improved new state of the arts facilities,
honor programs, affordable tuitions and higher graduation results. Recent reports show publish networks of
public college in the State of Massachusetts are passing many private
educational institutions in their status in the market for quality education
for the costs offered.<o:p></o:p></div>
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in 1727 to be updated to insure handicapped accessibility<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Town of Marblehead has completed a half million dollar project that
includes the installation of an elevator to make the building more accessible
to residents of that seaside community.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Salem to enter phase two of City
Hall Improvement Project</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Speaking of older historic buildings, the City of Salem is embarking on
the next phase of a major rehabilitation of Salem City Hall. The building was constructed in 1838 and is
on the National Registry of Historic Places and is one of the oldest continuous
operating community city halls in the Country. During the first phase of this 2 million
dollar project a number of accessibility issues were addressed such as the installation
of an elevator, and the final disability matters such as lower customer
counters and wider doorways are being addressed to assist people in
wheelchairs. It is very pleasing for
me to see so many elevators being installed around the region. This is very important to people with disabilities. I am a person with a disability who is
currently involved in a project to make my parish church in Danvers accessible
with the installation of an elevator and that project continues to be one of my
primary concerns. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Local emphasis on Library
improvements countywide<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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All across the Essex County region local library complexes are
undergoing improvement projects including both federal, state and private
funding, including a unique effort in the Town of Salisbury where private funds
are being sought.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Approval of a Beverly property to be used as a new retail center may
also have an impact on plans of the Cummings Property and may well impact a
future plans on Dunham Road, as conservation issues might cause changes in
plans for that area by the retail giant in Beverly. A final decision on this project will be
decided by a public referendum in a soon to be schedule election.<o:p></o:p></div>
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LOCAL WINNERS<o:p></o:p></div>
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This year may mark one of the first times in recent years that no local
community was represented in the year end football Super Bowl competition This
year Bishop Fenwick in Peabody and Central Catholic School in Lawrence won
super Bowl Titles in December 2013 and should be congratulated.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Recent reading<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In the most recent weeks I have curtailed my political and patriotic
reading to take some time to read the biography of one the sports icons of this
region that I have witnessed in person over the last couple of decades. I have completed a very short but
entertaining story of the life of Bobby Orr who helped to lead the Boston
Bruins to a couple of Stanley Cup titles.
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I have long been a very strong admirer of Orr since I was a local youth
hockey coach in the 1970’s. I had the
wonderful experience of providing a youth team to work with Bobby Orr, and
Nabisco in the making of a film called “Winning Isn’t Everything”. For two days myself and fifteen ten year old
youths worked together with Orr to film drills and game action with commentary
by Orr. During that two day period I
would be hard pressed to find a gentleman who was any more attentive to the
youths we took to Harvard to film the documentary. During the filming, the attention that he
paid to my team and the personal attention he paid to provide tips to the boys
on how they could improve in hockey and to be better contributors in life in
general. Later at a business meeting we
used that occasion to discuss the filming and what that meant to my youngsters.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The book was well prepared and I enjoyed his presentation style and
stories of his life as a professional hockey player starting at a very early
age.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>United States Congress making
progress on a compromised budget agreement<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The US-Congress may be saving an otherwise non- productive two year
session with the potential passage of a two year federal budget that will
contain several compromises from the two active political parties both sides of
the aisle. Possibly the public messages to the Congress of the low
regard we are holding them I at present may be getting through and this might
be showing a positive sign for the future.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Holiday Food Pantry Needs<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One of the Leonard Family favorite charities is the People to People
Food Pantry in Danvers. Early in
December we attended a party for the benefit of the Danvers Pantry. That day a considerable amount of resources
were raised as well as great amounts of food products were donated at the
Holiday Philharmonic Concert that offered a continuing Christmas tradition by St. Richard’s Church in Danvers. <o:p></o:p></div>
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At this time if you can offer help to a number of Food Pantries around
the region, they certainly can use your support at this time of the year when
the need is at its highest point.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Death of a family member<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Just a week or so before the Christmas Holiday a venerable and a
greatly admired uncle of mine passed away in a local Rehabilitation
Facility. John Hyland of Rockport
suffered a fall and then passed away from injuries as he approached a century
of living in this region. Jack, the
youngest brother of my mother was the historian of the family and he will be
greatly missed by the remaining family members.
Jack lived for many years lived in the South Salem section of that
city. He served his country during World
War Two as a Navy See Bee, and preformed much needed service in the Pacific
Ocean Theatre of the War, building Air Strips and other facilities on Islands
captured by the Allies. As a youngster
the family and I followed with great interest his travels across the Pacific
Ocean. After the war Jack worked for the
General Electric Company at the River Works Plant in Lynn on the Jet Engine
Program until his retirement.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-80827411265327549072013-12-07T09:21:00.000-05:002013-12-07T09:21:20.444-05:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS - Holiday Season - DECEMBER, 2013<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Heritage
Hero Award Presented to Joanne Holbrook Patton and the Patton Family</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A
Most Successful and Popular Regional Event<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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The recent event to honor Joanne Patton and the entire Patton
Family was a wonderful success and the honor was most justified. The event was held on October 16 at the
Danversport Yacht Club which accommodated a sellout crowd attended by over 420
people from all over the region. This event and the award were a wonderful
testament to the commitment of the preservation of the heritage of this region
by the Patton family. Because of the strong military history of the Patton
tradition, many of the attendees came dressed in military uniforms and this added
to the festive nature of the evening along with the substantial number of
supporting congratulatory toasts, messages and tributes. In these days of reduced federal financial
support for many organizations including Essex Heritage, the proceeds from this
event will be used to underwrite the work of the Commission. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Partial
list of Essex Heritage Programs & Initiatives<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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The mission of the Essex National Heritage Commission is to
preserved and enhance the historic, cultural, and natural resources of Essex
County, MA. Since 1996, the Essex National Heritage Commission (Essex Heritage)
has championed the heritage development of Essex County by fostering
public-private partnerships that enhance and promote significant aspects of the
region’s history, cultural heritage and character. A few of the most significant initiatives and
accomplishments include:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage
Grants Programs<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Commission directly invests in the Area though its grant
programs. To date, Essex Heritage has
made 381 grants totaling $1,815,245 to non-profit organizations and
municipalities within the National Heritage Area. One hundred percent of the Area’s communities
have received a grant; most have received several grants. The Essex Heritage Partnership Grants
initiative is the largest of the Commission’s grant programs, and it provides
funding for heritage education, interpretation, historic preservation,
historical records and trail development.
Acting as seed money, these grants have leveraged an additional
$20,944,657 in matching investment in the Area, serving to drive economic
development along with heritage preservation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Trails &
Sails: </b><b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span></b><b>Two Weekends of Walks and Water<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Trails & Sails is Essex Heritage’s premier partnership
activity. The free event expands cultural tourism by bringing new audiences to
dozens of historic sites and open spaces, and stimulating new business in the
local economy. Held in late September, residents and visitors alike experience
the region’s best from a wide array of events – guided walks, on-water tours,
open houses – organized by the front line stewards of the Area’s historic,
cultural and natural resources. <span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Coastal
Scenic Byway<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Essex Heritage is leading the planning effort for the Essex
Coastal Scenic Byway, a 85-mile route linking 13 coastal communities between
Lynn and Newburyport featuring scenic views, period architecture, historic
sites and recreational opportunities. With the twin goals of preserving the
byway’s intrinsic qualities and spurring investment in its infrastructure,
attractions and amenities, Essex Heritage worked to secure state byway
designation and federal funding for a comprehensive management plan that will
help community and regional leaders increase cultural tourism. Learn more about
the Coastal Scenic Byway.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Youth Jobs Corps<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Essex Heritage has built a strong summer youth employment and
training program through a unique partnership with the National Park Service.
The program is directed towards youth ages 14-18 years. The teens are hired to
work at the two national park sites in Salem and Saugus and this year the
program was expanded to include Appleton Farms in Ipswich - a working farm
owned and operated by The Trustees of Reservations.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span>Essex Heritage hires the teens for 8
-12 weeks and they work under the careful guidance and supervision of NPS
staff. At the parks, they acquire skills
in historic preservation, building maintenance, natural resource management,
interpretation and visitor operations. For many of these students this is their
first job experience, so they are also given assistance on how to prepare for
work, work place expectations, resume preparation, and career development.<span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span>The impact on these students’ lives
has been substantial, and several have returned to work at the park during the
fall and also in subsequent summers. “The program has taught me responsibility,
appreciation for the city and its history, and opened new doors for my future,”
Daniel Mondragon.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Border to Boston
Trail<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Working to expedite development of the 28-mile Border to Boston
Trail, Essex Heritage provides leadership and staff support to a regional
partnership composed of local officials, the Massachusetts Highway Department,
Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Metropolitan Area Planning Council, and
National Grid. With portions already under construction, the non-motorized,
multi-use rail-trail will provide alternative transportation links to town
centers, schools, businesses, and public parklands in eight communities from
Salisbury to Danvers. When completed, the trail will be one of the region’s
most outstanding assets, facilitating safe, scenic and healthy transportation
and recreation for all. Read more about the Border to Boston.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Using Essex
History<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Using Essex History has been a highly successful program aimed at
training middle school and high school teachers in ways to improve the
relevancy of American history for their students by providing developmental
seminars and instruction on creating curricula based on local historical
assets. Using Essex History was supported by a Teaching American History grant
and 130 Essex County teachers participated
in the program. Although the grant has run its course, the information
remains live and updated by Salem State College’s History Department. Learn
more about Using Essex History.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex LINCs </b><b><span style="font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span></b><b>(Local History in
a National Context)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Essex Heritage was part of a team guiding a three-year heritage
education initiative designed to connect Essex County elementary teachers with
local primary source material. During visits to historical sites throughout
Essex County and beyond teachers learn how to infuse their social studies
lessons with stories, places, and artifacts that make history relevant for the
future stewards of the heritage area. Other core partners include Beverly
Public Schools, Salem State College, and the National Archives, Northeast
Region. The project was funded with a Teaching American History grant from the
U.S. Department of Education. Learn more about LINCs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex National
Heritage Area Visitor Centers<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Essex Heritage coordinates a network of ten visitor centers that
provide information on the heritage resources throughout Essex County. The associated centers includes the National
Park Service’s Regional Visitor Center in Salem, the Hall Haskell House and
Visitor Center in Ipswich, and the NBC&VB’s Maria Miles Visitor Center in
Salisbury. Essex Heritage works cooperatively with these centers to promote
regional tourist visitation. By providing consistent and knowledgeable
assistance about the Area’s myriad of natural, historic and cultural
attractions, the visitor centers, most run by volunteers, are a key to
competing well in the growing and lucrative cultural tourism market. Learn more
about the ENHA Visitor Centers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage
Membership Program<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Through the Commission’s signature membership program, area
residents are encouraged to take an active role in supporting the
organization’s stewardship mission while exploring the region’s unparalleled
historic, cultural and natural assets. Members enjoy “behind the scenes”
excursions to heritage area sites for guided tours, educational lectures and
interpretive demonstrations<o:p></o:p></div>
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The photo safaris program connects new audiences with the region’s
heritage resources. Through a unique partnership with Hunt's Photo and Video,
major camera companies provide safari participants with the latest in digital
camera equipment and expertise as they learn photography tips using some of the
Area’s most extraordinary natural, cultural and historic landscapes as a
backdrop. Learn more about the Photo Safaris.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Coalition<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Coastal Trails Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization
whose mission is to assist in the development of the Coastal Trails Network, a
30-mile system of interconnected foot trails and bikeways throughout the lower
Merrimack River Valley communities of Amesbury, Newbury, Newburyport and
Salisbury. Launched in 2003, Essex Heritage, with early assistance from the
National Park Service Rivers and Trails Program and Merrimack Valley Planning
Commission, provides leadership and technical support in the areas of
visioning, outreach, and project development and implementation. Visit the
Coastal Trails Coalition website.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Heritage
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Twenty-four communities participated in a unique, year-long
program that brought together those interested in preserving the built
environment with those working to protect land. Through a local developed
inventory process, information and recommendations pertaining to threatened or
unprotected heritage landscapes such as farms, cemeteries, rail corridors and
"water's edge" properties are being incorporated into local and
regional smart growth plans. <o:p></o:p></div>
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One of the most unique benefits that Essex Heritage provides to
this region is the ability to partner with the National Park Service. This special public-private relationship
allows Essex Heritage to develop educational and interpretive programs with
Park Service staff and resources that bring history and environmental
stewardship to life for people of all ages and backgrounds. Essex Heritage is
particularly excited about current pilot programs that are designed to engage
underserved, urban youth in natural resource and ocean stewardship within and
beyond the Park boundaries. Read more about our successful partnership with the
National Park Service in youth engagement initiatives such as First Bloom,
F1rst Jobs and America’s Best Idea.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Alliance of
National Heritage Areas<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Essex National Heritage Commission has successfully built a
thriving network of partnerships and collaborations, which have become an
important catalyst for regionalism amid the independent interests of the 34
cities and town we support. The ENHC is at the table or leading the discussion
on all issues of significance to the heritage resources in Essex County.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To accomplish our mission the Essex Heritage is committed to
building:<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Public
awareness of these heritage resources through public events and activities;<o:p></o:p></div>
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• The capacity of
non-profit and public organizations who own or manage these resources;<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Connections to
the next generation and to more diverse audience;<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Partnerships to
develop new resources and assets for the region to embrace.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Please help us
continue this tradition of excellence and leadership. Your financial investment
will enable you to:<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Increase local
stewardship of the Area's important historical, cultural and natural resources;<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Encourage
efficiencies and effectiveness in local non-profit organizations by supporting
the training programs and partnership offerings;<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Enhance and
expand program offerings run in partnership with the National Park Service that
promote the region’s rich Maritime Heritage.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">REGIONAL
EVENTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>North Shore
Medical Center in Salem has announced a plan to enhance their Salem campus</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The local Salem medical facility that has served the Witch City
for a number of years is improving its campus with a new state of the art
Emergency Room and 90 patient rooms in a new tower building. The Hospital that has an affiliation with
the Partners Medical Group is a major contributor to the medical programs in
this region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers Council
on Aging and the most active Senior Center on Stone Street to Offer new much
desired program<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Danvers Council on Aging is in the final stages of
establishing an Adult Day Care Program on two days each week for 15
people. For more information or to
reserve a spot that are filling fast contact the Town of Danvers Council on
Aging at pam@dcoa.org , the director of the Center and the new program.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>New Communication
Sources</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Danvers Rail Trail has created a new program. We have recently
learned of a new communication program in the region created for smart phones
and tablets that outline all of the features of the Danvers Rail Trail. The program points out rest areas and travel
directions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Federal Shutdown
ends just in time to help Salem as it Celebrates Halloween<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The government shutdown ended just in time to be most beneficial
to the thousands of Halloween visitors to the Witch City. That was a blessing to a community so
financially dependent on this time of the year.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Holiday Concerts
Scheduled</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In December there are a number of concerts planed in the
region. Watch for local publications for
complete schedules to make your plans.
Two events and details are as follows:<o:p></o:p></div>
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St Richard’s of Danvers will hold its annual Sounds of the Season
on December 8, 2013 featuring the North Shore Philharmonic at a FREE concert at
the church at 4:00 PM. The only
contribution to attend is a gift of non-perishable food that will be presented
to the Danvers People to People Food Pantry.
The event is sponsored by the Living Legacy Financial Group and C.R.
Lyons Funeral Directors. The event is
chaired for the church by John Call who can be reached at 978-739-900 The second event scheduled is a series of
dinners and concerts priced most fairly at Peabody City Hall on December 7 and
8.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">HAPPY
YEAR END HOLIDAY GREETINGS</span></b> <b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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We certainly do not want to let one of the most festive of the
Holiday Periods in this country pass by without offering our best wishes to all
of our readers as they celebrate the end of the Year Holidays.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>White House
Disability Issues<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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As a person challenged with a disability, I present the following
from the Federal Government for your information:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On November 1, disability, veterans,
civil rights and business leaders joined Vice President Joe Biden and Senior
Advisor Valerie Jarrett at the White House for conversation regarding the
Administration’s strong support for ratification of the Disabilities. During the meeting, the Vice President pointed
out that the United States has long been a global leader in promoting equality
and dignity for people with disabilities. He reinforced the Administration’s
commitment to carrying forward that important legacy by urging Senate approval
of the Treaty. He also noted that ratifying the Treaty would help ensure that
Americans with disabilities, including our veterans and wounded warriors, have
the same opportunities to work, study, and travel in other countries as any
other American. </span><a href="http://links.whitehouse.gov/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTMxMTA1LjI0ODg5MTcxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEzMTEwNS4yNDg4OTE3MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTYzMzEyJmVtYWlsaWQ9cG9zaWVfbUB2ZXJpem9uLm5ldCZ1c2VyaWQ9cG9zaWVfbUB2ZXJpem9uLm5ldCZmbD0mZXh0cmE9TXVsdGl2YXJpYXRlSWQ9JiYm&&&100&&&http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/11/01/readout-vice-president-bidens-meeting-disabilities-treaty"><span style="color: #2d5485; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Click here for the readout of Vice President Biden's
Meeting on the Disabilities Treaty.</span></a><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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For more on Vice
President Joe Biden and Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett Disabilities Treaty
meeting please check out White House blog post by Stephen Pomper with the White
House National Security Staff. In addition, Judith Heumann, Special Advisor for
International Disability Rights at the State Department also published a blog
post yesterday.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Anniversary of
the Death of President Kennedy<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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During the week before Thanksgiving 2013, the world paused and
commemorated the 50th assignation of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas
Texas. The reminders and the services
and pictures presented were most moving.
The memories of that fateful day brought back numerous reminders of the
moving ceremonies and the events that marked that tragic times of that slain
president. For adults of my age the
assignation of the president was a stark reminder of a most chilling time and
the numerous accomplishments of President Kennedy were brought back to the top
of mind awareness and many of the actions of that elected official were
remembered. The entire commemoration recalled President Kennedy’s call for more
public service efforts by the citizens of this country. His famous call to service that called for us
all not to ask what our country can do for us but rather what we can do for our
country was recalled and featured.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers
Historical Society to Offer Designer Showcase at Glen Magna in Danvers<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To celebrate a half century of the stewardship of the Glen Magna
Mansion the Danvers Historical Society will offer a designers showcase at the
historic Glen Magna Estate from December 1, 2013 until December 15, 2013 from
10 am until 4 pm. The event is
sponsored by Designer Bath, Landry and Arcaro, Fireside Catering, North East
Community Bank, and North Shore Magazine.
The event will feature designs and decorations from over a dozen or so
nationally known designers and artists.
Tickets to the event are priced moderately considering the quality of
the show and what the society will do with the proceeds to further its
mission. To purchase tickets or for
more information call 978-777-1666 or contact the Society at www. DHS a@
Danvers History.org. Volunteers are
still needed to help with their showings.
E-mail Laura at lauracilley@dhsglenmagna.org for available time
slots. Many hands make light work. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Also new to the Museum Store in the Page House: the 2014 calendar
“Celebrating 50 years of Stewardship at Glen LOCAL sports Magna Farms” and the 2013
ornament “Days Potato Chips”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Keep informed through the Danvers Historical Society blog at
http://danvershistoricalsociety.blogspot.com/<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Local
Sports and Other Personal Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Several local area high Schools did very well in the 2013 in the
State Playoffs specifically Masconomet and Bishop Fenwick High Schools. Both schools can win a division title at the
super bowls.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Danvers Falcon Field Hockey team won more games than they
lost, but they did not do that well in the playoffs We were very pleased to learn that our
granddaughter Katherine Leonard was named both a Salem News and a Northeastern
Conference All Star for her team play and a most productive nineteen goal
regular season. CONGRATULATIONS
KATE. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The Red Sox World series win was sensational for the region and
the many fans of the team. They clearly
outperformed their potential. The Patriots had several recent wins in a
slightly weakened NFL and they will have a chance to shine in the playoffs if
they do not slip at the end of their season. The Winter sports teams
representing Boston are off to a reasonable and expected start, but the Bruins
will get it together as the season continued, but the Celtics have much work to
do,<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Personal
Reading<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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I am currently reading a book written by Chris Mathews, from the
staff of Speaker of the House Tip O’Neil , titled “Tip and the Gipper” (President Reagan). It is about the period when politics worked in
Washington DC. It should be read and
emulated by every current Washington elected official. This is a book about how
two stubborn Irishmen could put aside their differences to work together for
the good of the citizens of the country.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-27339925220155159942013-10-31T16:45:00.000-04:002013-10-31T16:45:06.013-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS NOVEMBER, 2013<br /><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">SPECIAL NOTE<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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I AM
PARTICULARLY PLEASED TO BE PROVIDING A MONTHLY PRESENTATON OF ESSEX
HAPPENING. I AM HAPPY TO BE ONCE AGAIN
PROVIDING MY OPINIONS ON HAPPENINGS IN THIS REGION. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT MY THOUGHTS AS
PRESENTED DO NOT REFLECT THE PRESENTATION OF AN EMPLOYEE OR A MANAGER OF ANY OF
THE ORGANIZATIONS COMMENTED ON IN THESE REPORTS. I INTEND TO CONTINUE REPORTS ON THE
SUCCESSES AND THE MISSION OF ESSEX HERITAGE THAT I HELPED TO CREATE AND LABORED
AT FOR OVER TWO DECADES. I WILL HOWEVER
REPORT ON OTHER ORGANIZATIONS WHERE I AM I ALSO INVOLVED AS A BOARD
MEMBER. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>HERITAGE HERO EVENT<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Last month
Essex Heritage faced a very pleasant problem with their annual Heritage Hero
Event. The tribute scheduled to honor
Joanne Patton and the federal, state and local commitments made by the entire
Patton Family of Wenham was scheduled to be held at the Willowdale banquet
facility in Topsfield. It had to be
transferred to a more spacious local facility due to an overwhelming demand for
tickets to the event. For the event,
over 450 area participants have signed up to come to the new location at
Danversport Yacht Club for the dinner to honor the famous military and
philanthropic family from the center of this great region. In addition to the strong attendance,
sponsorships are also quite high and that will be most beneficial for ENHC.<o:p></o:p></div>
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My Personal
Tribute since I am unable to attend offered to the most admired Joanne Patton
during her event: <o:p></o:p></div>
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I want to offer my heartiest
congratulations on the presentation of the annual Heritage Hero Award to you
and your entire family. The work and the
importance of the Patton family to this region and to the entire country have
been extraordinary for many decades.
This award is a result of substantial discussion by the leadership of
both Essex Heritage and the National Park Service. This is a wonderful
reflection of the importance of the Patton Family and particularly you Joanne
to the 35 communities that make up the Essex National Heritage Area. You have joined a most distinguished
group of previous winners including past and present community Mayors and
Managers, College Presidents and regional committed activists. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As a former much honored winner of
this valued and prestigious award, I am incredibly disappointed that I cannot
be with you this evening in spite of my almost three year old disability. We were planning to be at the event to share
your excitement about being identified as an outstanding community leader, but
a fractured ankle suffered by my wife Marge a couple of weeks ago made our
presence and participation impossible and has rendered us house bound. Once again our congratulations on the most
well deserved award as the Essex Heritage, National Park Service Heritage Hero
for 2013.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I am particularly pleased to welcome
you as a fellow Heritage Hero in this region that we know means so much to you
and your family. Your participation as
a valued business member of this region and your continuation as a committed
activist of Essex County are welcomed.
We look forward to visiting with you in the future as you continue your
ongoing participation in the affairs of this spectacular section of this
country that you love and have served so well.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M Leonard<o:p></o:p></div>
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President Emeritus<o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex Heritage
Commission<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b> Election Results in the City of Boston <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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After a two
decade period of leadership in the states capital city by Mayor Tom Menino, he
is retiring due to health issues and has decided to step down from this role in
2013. A wide variety of a dozen
candidates stepped forward to run in a special election to choose a successor
CEO for Boston on the first Tuesday in November and the field was prospective
mayors was reduced to two final candidates.
City councilor John Connelly and State representative and labor advocate
Martin Walsh were the winners of the run off election and will square off on
the first Tuesday of this month. After
two decades of leadership by an most committed Italian American, the Mayor’s
post in the short term future will be held once again by a Boston Irishman.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>More Local Election Results<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Even with
all of the troubles and innuendo that are flying around in the community of
Lawrence, the incumbent Mayor of the City William Lantiqua topped the primary
election in that community and will stand for re-election as the City of
Lawrence Chief Executive in November 2013 against three others. If he wins that race, Mayor Lantiqua will
confirm that he has as many lives as a cat.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>More Walking Trails Open - in and around this
region<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In a
previous edition of this presentation, I outlined many of the recreational
assets in this region and their importance to both Essex Heritage and to me
personally. I presented a number of
locations that can be easily accessed and enjoyed. Following are a number of additional area
recreational the assets both within Essex county and adjacent to this region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The City of Gloucester’s Newell
Stadium: Gloucester has unveiled a $5
million dollar rehabilitation of Newell Stadium in that coastal community. The New Balance Corporation contributed a fee
for the naming right for a ten year period.
The stadium seats 2,500 people and has many scholastic as well as
recreational uses.<o:p></o:p></div>
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City of Medford Opens Walking
Trail: Medford has completed a 1.7 mile
walking trail called “Over the Mystic.” It has been open and is well signed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Oceanfront Trail Opened in
Revere: The City of Revere has invited
residents and neighbors to use the new Beachmont Urban Trail. The two mile
trail starts and ends at the N School and runs through the neighborhood and is
well marked with signage. Some of the
urban landscape runs along the ocean.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Bishop Fenwick High School Names New
Principal<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Peabody
Catholic co-educational High School where I spent some time as a Trustee
recently named Brother Thomas Zoppo as its ninth Principal. Brother Zoppo is
originally from this region and until just recently served as the President of
a High School in Baltimore. He has replaced a sister of Notre Dame order that
has led the school in recent years.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Topsfield Fair <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I certainly
hope that during the first two weeks of last month that many of you had the
opportunity to visit the world famous Topsfield Fair. The fall is the period of New England
Country Fairs but none the offerings rivals the offering in Topsfield. The event is held near the geographic center
of Essex County and is managed by Jim O’Brien and his staff. Essex Heritage is proud of the long and
cooperative partnership between the two organizations. For my wife and I this event truly means the
end of the summer season but due to an injury suffered by Marge we were unable
to attend the 2013 edition of the Fair, but we are looking forward to next year
as we renew our participation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Happy Thanksgiving<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Even though
the most American of all holidays has yet to be celebrated as this entry is
being prepared, I want to offer all in this region, a most pleasant THANKSGING
DAY. It is a day for family, football
and pleasant times. With Marge now
having more capacity to move around more easily and our oldest grandson, home
from college in North Carolina, and the rest of our family home for dinner, all
is good with our family, and we hope that the day will be as enjoyable for all
of you as well.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Medical Changes in Danvers</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The naming
of the medical facilities in Danvers are changing names as the locations are so
convenient. The Beverly Hospital
facility on the old State Hospital site has changed names in keeping with the
Beverly Hospital connection with the Lahey group.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Endicott
Street The Massachusetts General facility has opened an Urgent Care function
that can be accessed during the day either by appointment or as a walk in. Both of these new name changes and functions
took place during the recent month of October<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Disability
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<b>Disney Actions<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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We have
heard that the Disney Company has changed the rules to allow handicapped move
to the head of the line at their parks.
There is more to that story, as unscrupulous families were compensating
some with handicaps to be “USED” to move families with no need to the head of
lines. They are continuing to “tinker” with their policy for families with a
disabled party.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COPAA to Expand<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Cornell
Orthotics and Prosthetics Amputee Association is being upgraded to encourage
greater participation by the handicapped in this region that have amputee
issues. The group is also creating a
more efficient administrative structure and will be creating opportunities for
corporate and personal contributions to support these efforts <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Government Shut Down</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Ill Advised and Shows Unwillingness of the
Two Political Parties to Work To Achieve Success.</i> For a most lengthy and unnecessary period
last month, the two political parties in Washington were unable to come
together to establish a working plan to keep this country “on track” and as a
result hundreds of workers were furloughed and critical Federal Government
services were discontinued. There are
numerous reasons for this difficult discontinuance of services and I will not
place blame on either political party but will simply urge all of the
participants that can impact the resolution to sit together, act like responsible
adults and craft a solution.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>End of summer reading<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In previous
presentations I spoke of several books read this summer. All of the reading choices focused on a
particular time of my life during World War ll where I had scant memories. In previous presentations I reported on
books about the lives and the activities of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Dwight D. Eisenhower. Both men played significant roles in the war
effort and ultimately were Presidents of this Country. The final book was written by the famous
historian William Manchester and completed a triumvirate of War hero books
telling the tale of General of the Army Douglas Mac Arthur who was a most
famous five star general and who most likely aspirated to the US Presidency but
never completed that journey. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The life of
Douglas Mac Arthur began as the son of a famous US General and recounted his
journey through West Point where he began in 1899. The elder General Mac Arthur spent time in
the American West and spent substantial time in the American managed
Philippines. Later in the life of the
second General, his life focused on even more attention on that chain of
Islands.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I will not
attempt to outline the exploits of the General as he managed and helped to win
the war in the South Pacific, except to note the he was a sensational
strategist and an inspirational
leader. During an attack on Corregidor
he escaped from the Philippines and moved his base of operations to Australia
and then to fulfill a promise as part of his efforts he was driven from the
Island chain but triumphantly returned to drive away the Japanese. He made the phrase “I have returned” famous. <o:p></o:p></div>
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After the
end of hostilities and accepted Japan surrender on the battle ship Missouri, he
was assigned to oversee the restructuring of the vanquished Japanese and was
legendary in that role. When
hostilities broke out in Korea, he was again brought back at war to manage that
effort. He had numerous differences of
opinions about how that war should be pursued and after several disagreements
with the administration. He was recalled
back to the USA from that position by President Truman. His return was triumphant and he was lauded
with parades and great adulation in San Francisco, Washington and New
York. He provided appearances before
Congress and at West Point and made the comment “that old soldiers never die,
they just fade away.” This became one of
the most famous quotes of the war. He
provided testimony to the US Senate and made a triumph tour to American
cities. He died in 1964 in Walter Reed
Army Hospital and lay in state in several locations. He is buried in Norfolk, Virginia and his
burial location has become his final monument to his life.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Sports Report<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Red Sox
are hopefully on the road towards participation in the World Series after a
dramatic win in game two of he ALCS.
The Patriots continue to surprise us with their performance. They authored a big wins in Atlanta and an
improbable comeback against New Orleans, and they have positioned themselves in
the League standings. The Bruins have begun playing for real and the Celtics
start of the season cannot be far behind.
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We are
missing viewing the games of our two granddaughters. But we have seen a couple
of tapes of their performances that have been very good. Kate in Danvers is on a goal scoring tear.
High School sports of all kinds are winding down as we get closer to the end of
November. Both girls are playing on
teams that have already qualified for the State Playoffs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-77870650405008209132013-10-21T19:01:00.001-04:002013-10-21T19:01:45.409-04:00ESSEX HAPPENINGS -OCTOBER 2013<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;">
<b><span style="color: #c00000;">SPECIAL NOTE<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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I AM
PARTICULARLY PLEASED TO BE PROVIDING A MONTHLY PRESENTATION OF ESSEX
HAPPENING. I AM HAPPY TO BE ONCE AGAIN
PROVIDING MY OPINIONS ON THIS REGION. IT
SHOULD BE NOTED THAT MY THOUGHTS AS PRESENTED DO NOT REFLECT THE PRESENTATION
OF AN EMPLOYEE OR A MANAGER OF ANY OF THE ORGANIZATIONS COMMENTED ON IN THESE
REPORTS. I INTEND TO CONTINUE REPORTS
ON THE SUCCESSES AND THE MISSION OF ESSEX HERITAGE THAT I HELPED TO CREATE AND
LABORED AT FOR OVER TWO DECADES. I WILL
HOWEVER REPORT ON OTHER ORGANIZATIONS WHERE I AM I ALSO INVOLVED AS A BOARD
MEMBER. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE
EVENTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage Annual Meeting</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Congratulations
to Jack Good of People’s United on his Election as President of Essex Heritage<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables:
Brunonia Barry<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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November 20,
2013 • The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Salem’s own
NY Times best-selling author, Baccante award winner & Strnad Fellowship
recipient presents her latest novel fresh off the press.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Monthly Essex Heritage Newsletter<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One of the
very best ways to keep in contact with all of the activities of the Essex
National Heritage Commission is outlined every month in the newsletter that is
electronically distributed to a wide
groups of Friends of the Commission If
you do not receive this informative presentation you can sign up to receive the
monthly newsletter sign up at the address noted below. Essex Heritage"
<emilyl essexheritage.org=""><o:p></o:p></emilyl></div>
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<b>HERITAGE HERO DINNER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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On October
16, 2013 The Essex National Heritage Commission held its prestigious Heritage
Hero dinner at the Danversport YC in Danvers.
This year the honoree was Joanne Patton and the Patton Family. As noted this recognition event is held each
year and many local prominent community leaders have been honored including the
former Mayor of Newburyport, Byron Matthews, former Mayor of Amesbury, Nick
Costello. Current Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll,
Danvers Town Manager Wayne Marquis, North Shore Community College
Retired President Wayne Burton and last year, I was the honoree. This award presentation was one of the
highlights of my professional life. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This year’s
event was a great success – attended by nearly 450 guests - who toasted the
Pattons and Essex Heritage. The Color Guard
from Norwich University presented the colors accompanied by Sargent Daniel
Clark who recited a moving poem about Old Glory followed by a magnificent
rendition of the National Anthem. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Regional recreational Trails<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One of the
primary goals of Essex Heritage, and a longtime interest of this author, is the
development and implementation of recreational activities in this region. The following are details of several
initiatives currently underway in the region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers
Rail trail completed <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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With the help of a very important
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Grant the two communities of Danvers and Wenham
have completed valuable sections of the BORDER TO BOSTON TRAIL. As a longtime resident of the Town of
Danvers I want to compliment the coalition from that community who came
together to complete this important regional asset that will be used and
enjoyed by many from Danvers and nearby
communities into the future. The
permanent crushed and rolled stone surface on the trail will serve many well
into the future.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City
of Lawrence Opens Greenway<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City of Lawrence recently held a
ribbon cutting ceremony to signify the opening of the Spiket River
Greenway. The greenway is a three and
one half mile, ten million dollar project that runs from the Polartec Company
to Union Square and includes green spaces, and walking paths. The greenway is
now open to the general public for their use.
The project was a collaboration of federal. State, and community groups.
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<b>Walking
Trail in West Newbury Built by Volunteers<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In West Newbury, a group of community
volunteers, students and residents constructed a one mile walking trail that
crosses four parcels on thirty acres of
conservation land along Essex County Greenbelt property.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">Other Regional
Events and Activities<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Two Local Bank Presidents and Community
Activists to Retire<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Announcements
of two impending retirements have been offered to the region by local Bank
leaders Both organizations in question
are strong financial and moral supporters of the region and particularly that
of Essex Heritage. The first of these
retirements is the decision of long time leader of Rockport National Bank,
Peter Anderson to step down in September.
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The second
of these careers coming to an end is by the long time President of Salem Five
Bank Joseph Gibbons. This retirement
means a great deal more to me as Joe and I worked together for a number of
years when I was also employed by that Bank.
Joe provided substantial support to this region and particularly to
Essex Heritage where he replaced me when I retired on the Essex Heritage Board
of Trustees Joe will be replaced at
Salem by the institutions Chief Financial Officer, Ping Yin Chai who I also
worked with for many years at the bank..
Concurrent with these changes Salem Five also named Bruce Potter of
Danvers as the Executive Vice President.
Bruce is another former associate of mine at Salem Five Bank. `Best of wishes to the two CEO’s in their
retirements and to their replacements
that I am certain will represent their Banks
to the region in the future.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>St. Richard’s of Danvers Golden anniversary
Events</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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My wife
Marge and I are exceptionally pleased to be serving as the honorary
chairpersons of the celebrations being offered by the Danvers Catholic
parish. There have been concerts,
social events, celebratory liturgical events and plans are underway to make
improvements to the church facility including accessibility conditions. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The next planned parish function
scheduled is participation in a Road Race/Walk on October 6th at 1:30 followed
by a parish cookout for the runners and parishioners that will be there to
welcome the runners participation. The
race will start and finish at the Town’s sensational recreational venue at
Endicott Park adjacent to the church.
After the race all will be invited to participate in a Parish Picnic,
with a cookout, games and baked goods at noon.
The race entry fee door the run will be $20, but the picnic will be
priced at $5 or $20 for a family to all other parish attendees.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>North Shore Elder Services (Longevity
Connection)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><i> We all know what is means to get old, right?<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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by Eileen
Lubas, Manager, The Longevity Connection;
Click here to read it now!:
http://longevityconnect.org/we-all-know-what-is-means-to-get-old-right/<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fall Arrives Along with Football and other
Autumn sports<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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There are
many in the region that laments when the summer passes, but the fall can be
such a pleasant time as temperatures moderate and the humidity usually
drops. For those that enjoy the fall
season, with numerous family activities like apple picking, leaf viewing and
from my standpoint football returns to the region. We are so blessed in this region to have a
most competitive professional team and there are a plentiful group of college,
high schools and youth programs for viewing pleasure. This is not to demean the
numerous regional participants in soccer and Field Hockey, and I am a very
vocal supporter of those two sports as I have granddaughters participating in
Varsity efforts at both Danvers and Algonquin Regional High School, and my wife
and I were regular viewers of school sports.
Those interests will be impacted be personal changes to our personal
activities outlined later in this Blog.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The New
England Patriots experienced a bump in the road with a very slow and uneven
start of the season, bit sill stand an 2 and 0, but the outlook for the success
of that team is still most optimistic. Now if Boston College, that has started two
and 1 UMass and the other local colleges plus your favorite community HIGH
school team can be reasonably successful then the fall will be enjoyed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Now that
Labor Day has come and gone and the local schools have reopened, it is once
again time for me to offer some observations on one of my favorite subjects, my
Grandchildren and their connections to school sports. My oldest is away at the University of North
Carolina where he serves as one of the leaders of a Dance Marathon event to
benefit a children’s hospital on his University Campus. The next oldest is a girl, Katherine that
is serving as one of the captains of the field, hockey team at Danvers high
school, that is looking forward to a successful season. The other young lady, Caroline, after a
successful Junior Varsity season last year is one of only three sophomores’
that have been picked to play on the Varsity Soccer Team at Algonquin Regional
High School. We planned to take a
number of trips to the west of the North Shore to watch her perform this seas,.
But those plans are now in a state of flux.
Our last grandchild Casey is still at the Jr. High Level, but in the
fall and winter of 2013, he will participate on an AAU Baseball team based in
Sutton. That experience should help
him as he progresses in youth baseball on the future.. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>CELEBRATIONS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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On a Sunday
in the middle of the last month, Marge and I feel very sorry that we were unable
to join my sister and her family as they celebrated the golden wedding
anniversary. Nancy and her husband Neil
Savianio celebrated at the Historic Hawthorne Hotel In Salem.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Woodman’s Celebrate in unusual manner<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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A long time
friend and occasional business associate Jon
Woodman and his wife Betsy recently celebrated their fiftieth wedding
anniversary by offering a free jazz convert for their community for their
friends and associates. It was a great
way to celebrate a milestone date.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Golden Anniversary of the Organization of Father
John O’Donnell of Salem<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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We are most
disappointed that late last month we were unable due to the injury noted below,
unable to attend a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the ordination of
Father John O’Donnell to the priesthood.
The event was commemorated with a mass in Salem followed by a luncheon
at the Historic Hawthorne Hotel. Fifty
years ago, Marge and I attended John’s Ordination in Gloucester, and his first
mass in Salem. John was a boyhood
friend growing up, and he baptized both of our sons.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Situation in Syria</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The ongoing
situation in Syria when coupled with the Anniversary of 9/11 leaves many
questions about the proposed actions of this government. It will be a most difficult time with possible
cyber attacks and other problems being considered as a offshoot. It does appear that the Secretary of State
Kerry is close to a nonmilitary solution to address these issues both in other
countries and here in the USA. There has been a long period of conflicts in
this world. and it appears that the majority of the American citizens do not
want another military conflict, and that certainly impacts the decisions of our
president and our other elected officials.<o:p></o:p></div>
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My wife Marge
suffered a serious injury when she slipped on a staircase and x-rays showed the
breakage of two bones in her ankle.
There are a number of steps still to be considered by the tending
medical people involved, and we must wait for that information before we move
forward. The one thing that appears
certain, is that the daily living of our lives will change rather dramatically
over the weeks ahead. We will keep you
updated on what we learn and how those changes will impact our joint efforts to
continue to serve many organizations in the region. We would like to thank our family, many good
friends and neighbors who have jumped to our aid. Many thanks to all of them. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Summer Reading<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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When I find
an author whose writing style I enjoy, I usually seek another offering for my
reading pleasure. This is the case with
Jean Edward Smith, and staying with the military theme, I have just finished
reading ‘Eisenhower in War and peace’’ The life story goes from his earliest
days in Kansas. Then followed by his days at the military academy at West
Point. He excelled in both academics and
athletics at that Institution.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The story
then continued through his early years in the Army where he worked for two army
giants, ‘Black Jack” Pershing and Douglas Mac Arthur both generals and hero’s
to the county. He had a number of army
heavyweights that helped his career through his association with MacArthur in
the Philippines and for Pershing as he worked on the presentation of Pershing’s
memoirs on the first war in Francs. The
work done by Ike on the first World War walking in the fields of France was
incredibly helpful to him as he participated in the later war during the
invasion of Europe. Hus earliest days
were in tanks, where he developed a close association and long term friendship
with General George Paton that was very helpful later during subsequent
military encounters. The memoir
carried through his work coaching football
at Army Installations and then on
to the invasion of Italy.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A great deal
of the book focused on his work as the Supreme Commander of all Allied Forces
the carried on the greatest invasion of all time in Normandy France. His incredible work in building the required
coalition between he English and the Americans certainly prepared him for the
role he would later play as the American President. The history carried on through his two terms
as president and the difficult task of leading the USA after the war through
“McCarthyism” and the emergence of the importance of the Middle East in world
affairs. The presentation covered his
participation in two wars at that time in Korea and Vietnam.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The memoir
continued with reports on Presidential initiatives on matters such as the
development of the St Lawrence Seaway and a comprehensive national highway
system. The book also reported on
social activities such as the expansion of social security recipients and
increases in the minimum wages paid at that time. The book also chronicled the work dome on a
retirement farm in Gettysburg that was at the time of the death of the
Eisenhower’s was deeded to the National Park Service.<o:p></o:p></div>
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`There was a
heart attack and a Gastro intestinal that the President survived and severe
crises in places life Formosa and the middle east that he managed successfully
and after much deliberations. Ike decided to run for a second term where and
won handily over Adele Stevenson<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ike became
somewhat involved in the Segregation issue mote than any President before him
in issues in Little Rock, Arkansas. School issue. Where he sent in federal
troops<o:p></o:p></div>
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The book
concluded with the first issues
surrounding the space race and the
Russian launch of a Russian Satellite and U2 flight. The President suffered several medical
setbacks including a small stroke but continued to effectively lead the country
during most turbulent times.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The book
concluded with the election of JFK over VP Nixon. The final entry recorded the removal of a life
support systems from the former president at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington Prior to leaving office as a former lifelong
military man, his rank as a five Star General of the Army was restored, as he
value being known as General rather than as a former President was most
important to him. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-10350844610141819482013-08-30T14:19:00.000-04:002013-08-30T14:19:09.661-04:00Essex Happenings September 3, 2013<b><span style="color: #c00000;">SPECIAL NOTE</span></b><br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
I AM
PARTICULARLY PLEASED TO PROVIDING A MONTHLY PRESENTATION OF ESSEX
HAPPENING. I AM HAPPY TO BE ONCE AGAIN
PROVIDING MY OUTLOOK ON THIS REGION. IT
SHOULD BE NOTED THAT MY THOUGHTS AS PRESENTED DO NOT REFLECT THE PRESENTATION
OF AN EMPLOYEE OR A MANAGER OF ANY OF THE ORGANIZATIONS COMMENTED ON IN THESE
REPORTS. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">ESSEX HERITAGE
EVENTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Trails & Sails News<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Thanks to
new and returning event hosts, over 100 events have been scheduled for the 12th
annual Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water, taking place
September 20-22 & September 27-29, 2013! <o:p></o:p></div>
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See the full
listing of events and plot your course online at www.trailsandsails.org when the
site goes "live" August 1st! Trails & Sails 2013 is generously
sponsored by: With Thanks to TD Bank:<o:p></o:p></div>
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A Presenting
Sponsor of Trails & Sails 2013<o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex
Heritage is pleased to announce that TD Bank has returned as a Presenting
Sponsor of Trails & Sails 2013! We are very grateful for TD Bank's
commitment to the mission of the Essex National Heritage Commission, our
communities and the residents of Essex County. With their continued support we
are able to keep Trails & Sails a FREE public outreach celebration. Thank
you!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage Fall Meeting<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Save the
Date: Thursday, September 5, 2013<o:p></o:p></div>
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Mark your
calendar for Essex Heritage's Annual Fall Meeting on Thursday, September 5th,
from 8am - 10am, at the Cape Ann Museum
in Gloucester! We invite you to
participate in this free, valuable morning of networking and regional
engagement! The agenda will include updates on Essex Heritage initiatives,
introduction of new Commissioners and the presentation of Essex Heritage's
Pioneers in Partnership Awards .Learn more and download a PIP Award Nomination
Form<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">REGIONAL EVENTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>City of Peabody work in the Square Nearly
Complete </b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City of
Peabody road reconfiguration work in the square is almost complete and the City
Administration, local merchants and residents appear to be pleased with the
results.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City of Peabody Concert Series<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City of
Peabody is scheduling a series of late summer early fall concerts at the
Peabody Institute Library which started on 8/15. The events will be held in the Sutton
Room. For information on dates and
artists visit www.peabodylibrary.com <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Cruise Ships planning Accelerates in Salem<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The City of
Salem is accelerating deep water port planning at its Blaney Street Port. The City operated ferry service was recently
featured in a WCVB Chronicle segment on commuting to Boston and now have
announced plans to accelerate work on the development of the deep water port to
encourage the visit of Cruise Ships from a few hundred to 1500 passengers
starting as early as 2014.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>COMMUNITIES OF SALEM and BEVERLY OFFER
SUMMER FESTIVALS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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During the
early weeks of August, the communities of Salem and Beverly offered annual
Festivals called Heritage Days and Homecoming for their residents. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Local high Salem School Student band to hold
Fundraiser</b> <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In this
region we are blessed with a number of great student bands. As a resident of Danvers we are most pleased
with the number of events that the band has participated in over the years. We
recently learned that another well drilled local band will soon be seeking
donations to bring their instruments and uniforms up to date. At the Salem Rotary we have annually been
blessed with a holiday concert performed by the members of the Salem band and
we wish them well as they start their new campaign.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NORTH SHORE ELDER SERVICES<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Massachusetts
Elder Affairs Secretary Ann Hartstein has announced the appointment of two
senior managers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Sue Temper is the new Elder Affairs
Assistant Secretary of Programs and Operations.
Ms. Temper spent 18 years as executive director of Springwell, an Area
Agency on Aging and Aging Service Access Point, offering a wide array of
services to seniors and people with disabilities in the near-Boston western
suburbs. Ms. Temper will assume her new role on August 5th.<o:p></o:p></div>
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• Sue Thomson is the new Elder Affairs
Assistant Secretary of Policy and Program Development, having been the agency’s
Chief of Staff since 2007. Ms. Thomson
will begin her new job on Monday, July 29th.
Before coming to work for Elder Affairs, the new Assistant Secretary was
Executive Director of the Massachusetts Democratic Party. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Senior managers appointed at North Shore
Elder Services to the local leadership team.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Cheryl
Krisko, RN is now the Chief Program Officer overseeing all programs and
services directly involving clients.
These include Home Care Programs, Nursing Services, Protective Services,
Information Services, Family Caregiver, Options Advisors, GAFC, and Community
Services. Cheryl reports directly to me.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rhonda
Gauthier has been promoted to the position of Director of Community
Services. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Her
responsibilities include overseeing Title III funded programs and activities
(Area Plan, Nutrition, and Nursing Facility Ombudsman), Money Management,
Volunteers, the Over the Rainbow LGBT Coalition and serving as liaison to
Councils on Aging. She reports to Cheryl
Krisko in her capacity as Chief Program Officer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>North Shore Elder Services to install
informational kiosk at Danvers Council on Aging<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The
Longevity Connection at North Shore Elder Services is pleased to introduce the
Kiosk for Living Well at the Danvers Council on Aging. The Kiosk, a project
launched this spring by Greater Lynn Senior Services, is aimed at building a
community for and around seniors. Trained volunteers serve as advisors and are
available to meet with visitors to the Center and explore, via face-to face
discussion or the computer, a variety of healthy lifestyle options. The kiosk
also is a resource for those seeking information on transportation options,
looking for social activities and interaction, and Skype and email access. The
volunteers will be here every Thursday in August from 10 AM-1 PM. September
dates will be announced in the September newsletter. Stop by and say hello. This is a most important development for me
as I serve on both the Danvers Council on Aging and North Shore Elder
Services. It is even more important to
me as I serve on the Longevity Connection Committee. The management of that initiative at NSES
should be complimented for heir initiative.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Larcom Theater in Beverly Announces
Schedule for 2013-14<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The
remodeled Larcom Theater on Wallis Street in Beverly recently announced a
schedule of six shows running from this October through next May. This is a new operation and the schedule
looks very interesting. Tickets for all
six shows are on sale now and a call to the Theater at 617-531-1257 will
connect one to the box office. All
additions to the cultural resources in this region adds to what makes this
region so special. Essex Heritage is
most concerned with the historical, natural and cultural resources of this
region.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>DANVERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY REPORT<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Golf
Tournament Report</b>: This golf tournament fundraiser scheduled for 9/16 is an
important event for the Society and will be played at the Black Swan Country
Club in Georgetown. If you can play on
Sept 16, please sign up ($125 p/p includes golf, cart, lunch, contests, and a
lot of fun). Please reach out to golfers
you know to join in the tournament. Also, make a donation if you can. We need
as many sponsors as possible. Let's make this fundraiser a huge success so we
can keep improving the Society and its programs. Thanks, Wayne Eisenhower President<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>SHOW
HOUSE UPDATE AT GLEN MAGNA MANSION: </b>The Holiday Show House reached a major
milestone this week with all the rooms being taken by designers and all the
designer contracts signed. <b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Join
us in celebrating four major upcoming Anniversaries: </b>In December, the 50th anniversary of
saving Glen Magna Farms and the Endicott Mansion, and in 2014, the Society's
125th Anniversary, the 100th anniversary of the saving of the 1754 Page House
and the 200th Anniversary of the Ingersoll Farm transformation into Glen Magna
Farms, one of America's first country estates by Salem Maritime Merchant Joseph
Peabody, one of the richest men in America.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>St. John’s Prep Football<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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St John’s
Prep football schedule for 2013 has been set.
After several planned scrimmages with local schools including Salem.
Pingree and two Lynn Schools. The Prep opens
with Bridgewater-Raynham and will host powerhouses Brockton, Everett, Malden
Catholic and Xaveraian as the season progresses. The Prep team recently won a 7 on 7 contest
held at Bishop Fenwick High School in Peabody and they are expected to be a football
force in this region and the most talented Catholic Conference.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000;">PERSONAL
OBSERVATIONS<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>SUMMER READING<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Since my
recent decision to end a decade and one half employment relationship with the
Essex National Heritage Commission as they continue to have limited financial
resources to extend their efforts, I have more time to enjoy a long time
avocation reading and as in the past, I wish to share some of my recent reads
and my thoughts. The books that I have read this summer and enjoyed in recent
weeks follow.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Frozen
in Time</i>: <i>An Epic Tory of Survival</i>
by Mitchel Zucoff…a wonderful story about a military airplane crash, survival
and ultimate rescue. Wonderful thriller with a glorious ending
about a hunt for US Hero’s.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Those
Angry Days, Roosevelt, Lindberg and America’s Fight over WW 11</i>….A Story of
America’s entry into a World War.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Inferno</i>
by Best Selling author Dan Brown…A novel set in Europe about world population
growth. This book was as entertaining
as his previous presentation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>The
Guns Last Night</i> by Ric Atkinson the last book in the Liberation Trilogy
about the war in Western Europe in 1944 and 1945<o:p></o:p></div>
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I am
currently reading and fascinated by a book entitled <i>FDR,</i> written by Jean Edward Smith about the life of President
Roosevelt from his youth to his time in the White House. As you can see my choice of reading focuses
on the period of the 1940’s as I was alive during that period but only have
hazy real time memories of the period. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The book
provided a wonderful overview of how well the President and the Congress worked
together in the time of crisis at the end of the great depression. The period
brought the country the creation of Social Security, the establishment of
insurance on bank deposits and the project focused WPA that developed numerous
facilities that are still providing support to many locations in the country.
In addition the time produced the electrification of Rural America. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Roosevelt’s
efforts were certainly complimented by the start of World War Two and the
positive impact that the conflict had on the economy, job creation and other
economic benefits. There was a period
of disenchantment with the President as the Roosevelt decided to attempt a
court packing program with the Supreme Court, but most of those problems were
overcome with the election of the President to an unprecedented third
term. His forward thinking to create and
obtain congressional approval of a lend lease program to assist the President
in his efforts to arm England and aid them in their defense of Europe before
our entry into the war. Then came
Pearl Harbor in 1941 and a second front for the President to be concerned
about. The attack came after a prolonged series of discussions on both sides to
prevent a difficult war in another part of the world.</div>
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The book
ended with recaps of several important battles of the war. It also recounted the president’s final
election and the final day of his life at Warm Springs, Georgia. I was so enthralled with the presentation
that I have started a new offering by the
Roosevelt Author on the life of the General and President Eisenhower. Hopefully that effort will be as good as
book I just finished<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>SUMMER BASEBALL TOURNAMENT IN COOPERSTOWN,
New York<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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My youngest
grandson Casey Leonard participated in a summer baseball tournament with his
Northborough team. They as a group did
not fare all that well, but had a great series with a half a dozen hits and two
home run. He pitched and caught and
after a summer of chasing all over that part of the state to watch him play, we
were pleased to learn that many of these games could be watched on our lap top
computer. There was a single camera
located behind home plate on several of the 120 fields where they played, and
as primarily a pitcher or a catcher we saw much of Casey’s activities in those
games that were shown on the laptop.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thomas M. Leonardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03854082343401646869noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670270336562374890.post-36660176843690636422013-08-19T18:33:00.001-04:002013-08-19T18:33:27.235-04:00Essex Happenings, August 1. 2013SPECIAL NOTE:<br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Information on the
following organizations is provided as a Trustee. I am not an employee or in management of the
organizations mentioned below. TOM
LEONARD<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Essex
Heritage Events<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Salem Maritime
Festival at the Salem NPS Site<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 3, 2013 • Salem Maritime National Historic Site, 193 Derby
Street, Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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Celebrate Four Centuries of Salem's Maritime Heritage!. Come and see what Maritime life must have
been like.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Featured Partner
Event: Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables: Seven Lectures at The Seven Gables:
Hank Phillipi Ryan<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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August 21, 2013 • The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street,
Salem, MA, 01970<o:p></o:p></div>
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How does an Emmy winning reporter become a best-selling author of
fast-paced murder mysteries? Hank will share how she went from a reporter at
Rolling Stone Magazine to the US Senate and then to under-cover investigations
for NBC to following her dreams.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Essex Heritage
Annual Fall Meeting<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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September 5, 2013 • Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant Street,
Gloucester, MA, 01930<o:p></o:p></div>
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Essex Heritage's Annual Fall Meeting is Thursday, September 5th,
at the Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. In
the at the 9/1 posting of Essex
Happenings we will provide additional
information about the format , agenda and location for this twice a year
gathering of interested Essex Heritage participants. This event can be a wonderfully informative
gathering with sensational networking opportunities. It is never too early to register for this
premier regional event and a call to Essex Heritage at 978 740 0444 can
accomplish that act now. By calling ESSEX Heritage 978 740 044.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Regional
County Events and Other Happenings<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Regional Salem
MBTA Station<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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In mid July, the MBTA closed the Salem railroad station parking
lot to begin construction of a new parking garage at that site. Over the next 14 months or even possibly
longer, the current 460 parking spaces will not be available. For those of you still using the train for
transportation alternate planning for parking
in Salem will be a must. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Information on a
future Boys and Girls Club of Greater Salem Fundraise<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Boys & Girls Club will be holding a fund raiser, Champion
for Kids Celebration, on Saturday, September 28th, 3-8 PM at 29 Winter Island
Road in Salem. “This year we will be honoring Collins Middle School Principal
Mary Manning. Mary has spent her entire
career in service to Salem children working as a teacher and then middle school
principal. Mary has a reputation as
being completely devoted to her position, often serving as an advocate for
children, especially those most vulnerable. This event will be well attended by
those who admire Mary and want to express their sincere appreciation in a
lighthearted and humorous way. Thank you very much for your consideration.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Proposed Salem
Redevelopment of A Parcel at Washington and Dodge Street Receives Initial City
Approval<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Salem City Council recently approved the selling of roughly
half acre of land owned by the city and currently contains 38 open parking
spaces. This will be sold to RGC a
Somerville based development firm with previous experience with the city. There will likely be a number of changes
that will be made to this development before even a groundbreaking is scheduled
but in the preliminary plans. The developer plans a six story building that
will contain an interesting mix of retail, commercial and residential uses that
could include one hundred hotel units.
This project will help change the face of downtown Salem, and as plans
progress we will keep you posted.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Reports
from North Shore Elder Services<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Mixed Results in
Health Pilot Plan: </b>Program Members
Raise Quality of Care but Struggle to Lower Costs, By MELINDA BECK, Wall Street Journal<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Lowering health-care costs is tougher than improving the quality
of care, according to first-year results from a key pilot program under the
federal health law.<o:p></o:p></div>
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All of the 32 health systems in the so-called Pioneer Accountable
Care Organization program improved patient care on quality measures such as
cancer screenings and controlling blood pressure, according to data to be
released Tuesday by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. But only 18
of the 32 managed to lower costs for the Medicare patients they treated—a major
goal of the effort.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Two hospitals lost money on the program in the first year. Seven
have notified CMS that they intend to move to another program where they will
face less financial risk. Two others have indicated they intend to leave the
program, CMS says, but it declined to identify them.<o:p></o:p></div>
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ACOs are an emerging concept in which hospitals and groups of
doctors contract to care for a specified population of patients, with the goal
of improving quality and lowering costs by better coordinating care. In
general, ACOs are shifting to a system that pays doctors to keep people
healthy, as opposed to the volume of services they provide. To do this, many
systems emphasize preventive care to stave off costly hospitalizations.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The pilot program is a closely watched first indicator of whether
these pillars of the landmark federal health law can help transform care.
However, some analysts said it is unsurprising that more participants didn't
achieve savings in the first year, given that the program has three years to
achieve its goals.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As outlined in the Affordable Care Act, health systems that lower
the cost of care for a large group of Medicare beneficiaries, while meeting 33
quality measures, stand to split the savings with Medicare. The systems chosen
as Pioneers were supposed to serve as models, since they were already
experienced in providing such value-based care.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Obama administration says it is pleased with the results on
quality measures. "Overall, we are very excited about the results. It's
incredibly rare that 100% of the participants outperform benchmarks," said
Patrick Conway, chief medical officer for CMS and acting director of its
Innovation Center, which runs the program.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Pioneers were able to slow cost increases, according to the
initial indicators. On average, costs for the more than 669,000 Medicare
beneficiaries treated in the 32 Pioneers grew by only 0.3% in 2012, compared
with 0.8% growth for typical Medicare beneficiaries, CMS said.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The ACO concept has spread quickly. Another 250 health-care
systems have set them up under Medicare's Shared Savings Program, which is
similar except that those ACOs aren't required to share in any losses, as
Pioneers are. They stand to share only in the savings in the first two years.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Commercial insurance companies have set up nearly 200 ACO-type
contracts with health-care systems. Last week, UnitedHealth Group Inc. UNH
+11.27% said it expects to double its accountable-care contracts to $50 billion
by 2017. More than a dozen states also have created ACOs to care for Medicaid
patients.<o:p></o:p></div>
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As of January 2013, the Shared Savings ACOs were providing care
for more than four million Medicare beneficiaries in 49 states, according to
Levitt Partners LLC, a health-care consulting firm.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Of the 18 Pioneers that saved money, 13 saved enough to be able to
split their savings with Medicare, generating a gross savings of $87.6 million
in 2012. Among them was Partners Healthcare in Boston, which includes
Massachusetts General.<o:p></o:p></div>
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"We did great. We saved about $14.4 million for Medicare, and
will get back a little over $7 million," said President and Chief
Executive Gary Gottlieb.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He said that about 70% of the system's patients are still under
traditional "fee-for-service" contracts, where a hospital is paid
separately for the individual services it provides. However, on the basis of
the pilot-program results, he said he expects to move toward the ACO model
"as we continue to demonstrate cost savings and quality
improvements."<o:p></o:p></div>
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Bellin-ThedaCare Healthcare Partners in northern Wisconsin lowered
costs for its 20,000 Medicare ACO patients by an average of 4.6% compared with
the baseline population the program used for comparison. It stands to share in
several million dollars in savings.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Executive Director David Krueger said the health-care system
reduced hospital admissions rates, readmission rates and length of hospital
stays for its ACO patients. "All that would be very bad news in a fee-for-service
world, but in a shared-savings world, it's very positive news," he said.<o:p></o:p></div>
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One of the two that incurred losses was Atrius Health, a nonprofit
alliance in eastern and central Massachusetts. Officials there said one
difficulty Atrius faced was that the historical cost-per-patient it needed to
beat was already unusually low, because they had lowered costs in years before.
"We didn't have as much low-hanging fruit," said Emily Brower,
executive director of the ACO.<o:p></o:p></div>
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She said Atrius may owe Medicare about $2 million, but the total
amount won't be known until the next quarter. But she said the system has no
plans to leave the program.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Many health-care analysts said they weren't surprised that more
Pioneers didn't achieve savings—in part because many of their other patients
are still under traditional payment contracts. "It's like being a little
bit pregnant," said Chas Roades, chief research officer of the Advisory
Board Co., which advises hospital systems. "It's hard to manage two separate
sets of books, and it's hard to ask doctors to practice medicine in two
different ways."<o:p></o:p></div>
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When organizations undertake major health-care reforms, "it's
a marathon, not a sprint," said Mark McClellan, former administrator of
CMS who now directs the Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform at the
Brookings Institution, a left-leaning Washington think tank. Significantly
lowering the cost of care is harder and takes more time than showing
improvements in quality.<o:p></o:p></div>
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"It's a big step just to be able to track which of your patients
has diabetes, let alone improving their care at less cost," he said.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Longevity center
health fair announced<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This fair is focused on equipment and clinics, as well as the launch of our first yoga class
here at Longevity. You have all been so
supportive of Longevity that we want to give you the option of setting up that
day or just visiting as a guest to have some lunch and network. Let me know if you are interested in
participating as a vendor. In any event
it will be a pleasure to see you all.
Please forward this to contacts and clients that you feel may benefit. We thank you as always. Eileen C. Lubas, Manager, The Longevity
Connection, 152 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923<o:p></o:p></div>
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OFFICE 978.539.8254; CELL 978. 766. 6738; FAX 978. 750. 8053 eileen@longevityconnect.org
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<b>Salem COA Plans
Events for Heritage Days<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Salem Council on Aging is organizing a number of events foe
seniors in Salem in conjunction with the annual celebration of Heritage Days in
that City. For details or reservations
to various events call the Council at 978-744- 0924<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers High School
Project Nears Completion<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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As we get closer to the start of the 2013-14 school year the
ongoing project to improve the High School is almost complete and will be ready
for the incoming students. This project
when coupled with the Junior High addition
and rehabilitation makes the town well prepared from an educative
perspective,<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>School House in
Newbury near Sale<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The old Yellow School House that has been declared surplus in
Newbury is about ready for sale to a couple that wants to convert to property
to a single family home. There are
historic ramifications to the sale that need to be addressed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>City of Peabody Library
Prepares for Restoration<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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One of the most iconic historic buildings in the region is
scheduled for rehabilitation. The
Peabody Institute Library in the City of Peabody is being readied for
renovation. There will be structural
repairs used to correct the damage that has occurred in the building damaged
in a winter storm in 2011. The library was built in 1854. Work to be done includes new windows, masonry
work and elevator repairs. The restore
historic buildings in the region has always been a high priority for Essex
Heritage. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Danvers
Historical Society News<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<u>Programs and Fundraisers:<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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On Fri. August 9,
2013 Onion Town Variety Show 7 PM Tapley Memorial Hall.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Fri. Sept. 6,
2013 Onion Town Variety Show<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Mon. Sept. 16,
2013 Golf Tournament Black Swan C.C. $125 includes golf, cart, lunch and lots
of fun!! or sponsor a hole for $125. Other sponsor levels available. Oct. 2012
program TBD<o:p></o:p></div>
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Fri. Oct. 18,
2013 Onion Town Variety Show 7 PM Tapley
Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Fri. Nov.8,
2013 Onion Town Variety Show 7 PM Tapley Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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On Thurs. Nov.
14, 2013 program: Richard Trask “JFK Assassination, A Personal Perspective” 7
PM Tapley Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sat. Nov. 30-Sat.
Dec. 7 -Parade of Trees Tapley Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>INFORMATION ON A MOST IMPORTANT FUNDRAISING EVENT SESCHEDULED FOR
GLEN MAGNA</u> :<u>
</u>Designer Show case: To date
DHS have 13 available spaces of the 15 established spaces filled. Committee is still actively seeking a
Presenting Sponsor. Rich Warren did not
have any success with East Boston Savings. Wayne E. will approach Peoples
United. Gold Sponsors to date: NorthEast Community Bank; Corporate sponsors to
date: Landry & Arcari, Designer Bath
and Salem Plumbing, North Shore Window Solutions. Media Sponsor is Northshore Magazine. <u><o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Designers to date: Michael
Carter, ASID,mcarterandco.com; Donna T,
ASID, Boston Design and Interiors, Inc.; Diana Kennedy,
dianakennedyinteriors.com; Eric Roth,ericrothphoto.com; Caitlin Flynn and Elyse Parkhurst of North
Fork Design, northfolkdesignco.com; Candy Weston, Weston Design,
westondesignvt.com; Don Mosher, moshergallery.com; Yvonne Blacker Creative,
yvonneblacker.com; Bill Ralph, Fine Arts
and Antiques, Essex; PLEASE CHECK OUT THEIR WEBSITES AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELVES
WITH THESE DESIGNERS!!!!!<o:p></o:p></div>
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For Registration and Appointments, call: 978-539-8254<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c00000; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Personal
Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>2013 Patriots
Camp Training Camp Opened this past week
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There will be many new challenges not faced previously to be
considered by the Patriots in light of current player conditions. New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick
offered a most personal, candid and effective presentation at his long awaited
press conference He covered a wide range of issues connected to the Hernandez
matter and the talent evaluation process.
He appeared to be most stricken and hurt by the depth and severity of
this situation. He took responsibility
for bringing the players into the process.
Building a cohesive and competitive team going forward in 2013 may be
the biggest issue he will have been challenged within the 14 years he has been
connected with this franchise. I
generally attend one practice each camp and that visit will be this week in an
in stadium practice and that will be interesting to observe.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Bulger Trial
Continues<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The trial currently underway at the Federal Court House in Boston
has taken many twists and turns and the final disposition of these proceedings
will be followed closely by the local population, as justice for many is
expected with the trial result.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Annie and Susan, the
following is the volunteer BLOG that I am now preparing once each month. Can it be reviewed and then posted to
BLOGER TOM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Boston baseball
team still in first place half way through the 2013 season <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Boston Baseball entry has surprised its fans with a better
than expected first half of the season and with sixty or so games still
remaining in contention, but recent pitching injuries have had an impact. The schedule remains competitive and the
final year-end standings are still very much in doubt. The schedule for the
Boston entry remains difficult and to stay in the race will be difficult.<o:p></o:p></div>
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