Your Your Hometown Hometown Newspaper Newspaper Since Since 1915 1915 Free Calendar . . . . . . 21 Opinion . . . . . . . . 6 Classifieds . . . . 24 People . . . . . . . 12 Education . . . . . . 7 Police Log. . . . . . 5 Granby . . . . . . . . 9 Puzzle Page . . . 23 Legals. . . . . . . . 23 Seniors . . . . . . . 20 Obituaries. . . . . 22 Sports. . . . . . . . 18 SENTINEL Volume 99 • Number 2 Thursday, April 10, 2014 Mass. joins push to fight distracted driving Home By Aimee M. Henderson Editor, [email protected] D istracted driving has become a significant problem on American roadways, and as a result more than 3,328 people were killed nationwide in 2012, and approximately 421,000 people were injured in crashes involving distracted drivers, according to the latest federal data. These numbers are likely under-reported because of the difficulty in determining the role distraction plays in crashes. In Belchertown, Police Chief Francis Fox says his department takes enforcing the distracted driving laws serious. He says, “If it’s on the books, we will enforce it.” Fox says distracted driving can come in a number of fashions, not just texting. He said it encompasses talking on the phone, texting, using Facebook or other social media outlets, checking email, using earphones or buds while listening to music, See DRIVING, Page 17 at last Horse reunited with owner after six years By Kevin Flanders Turley Correspondent GRANBY – Tom Curtin never thought he’d see his horse again, but through a miraculous series of events he and Buster have been reunited after six years apart and thousands of miles between them. REMEMBERING RILEY Uno tourney benefits child oncology unit “Those of us left watching the trailer leave the driveway had tears in our eyes and joy in our hearts for this wonderful horse. He was going home at last.” By Kevin Flanders Turley Correspondent BELCHERTOWN – Riley Roman lost his battle to brain cancer in 2012, but his spirit of giving continues to be carried on by his mother, who is committed to fulfilling her son’s final wishes. The We Love Riley Fan Club, a non-profit organization organized by Andrea Roman in her son’s memory, will host its second annual Uno Tournament on Saturday, May 3. Taking place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Holyoke, proceeds from the event will be used to purchase portable video game systems for children on the neurooncology inpatient floor of Boston See RILEY, Page 28 - VICTORIA HARDESTY, FALLEN HORSES, INC. Born at the Oklahoma Horseshoeing School in 1995, Buster was entered two years later into the Heritage Place Winter Sale for Thoroughbreds in Oklahoma City. Trainer Jesse Trotter liked his looks and purchased him for $800, then took him back to his Oklahoma training facility. Officially named Thewaytogo in those days, Buster raced 29 times between April Turley Publications courtesy of Andrea Roman Riley Roman plays UNO in the hospital with his grandma. BCTV upgrades weather station By Aimee M. Henderson Editor, [email protected] BELCHERTOWN – The old image of a thermometer suction cupped to a window at the Belchertown Community Television (BCTV) building, which was broadcast 24 hours a day on channel 20, has been upgraded to a new, more accurate weather system – offering residents current weather conditions taken directly from the center of town. Though the new weather information system went live at the beginning of the year, Frank See BUSTER, Page 14 School readies to �Run for Hope’ By Karen Hogan Turley Correspondent Lomanno, of BCTV, was still ironing out the kinks and tweaking the program to be just perfect. All of that has been figured out and starting last week the channel has been finalized and is up and running. “It’s gone through a few phases trying to make it look good for TV,” said Lomanno. “It was quite challenging to write (the program) for TV.” After considering that the thermometer in the window, acting as the current weather conditions reference, was not accurate at all, GRANBY - On April 26 the MacDuffie School will host the third annual Run for Hope. The 5k Charity event is a two-fold benefit - it brings the local community together while giving back to the global community. Proceeds from the day will be donated in equal parts to the Red Cross and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and will provide much needed assistance to those affected by See WEATHER, Page 14 See RUN, Page 17 Kitwani (Kitty) Carbon, Maddie Jung and Jodecia Elliot are members of the charity planning committee. 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Box 670, Belchertown, MA 01007. The town wishes to fill the following vacancies: Historic District Commission: The town wishes to fill the at-large seat on the Historic District Commission. This commission has regulatory control over new construction, reconstruction, alterations, movements and demolition of all exterior architectural features of buildings and structures with the Historic District which are visible from any public street, public way or public park. Deadline extended: noon on Wednesday, May 7. Historical Commission: The town wishes to fill two vacant seats. The commission’s basic goal is the preservation of historic places and is completing an inventory of Belchertown’s historic assets and structures that are more than 50 years old. Deadline extended: noon on Wednesday, May 7. Housing Needs and Assessment Committee: This committee works with local boards and commissions, regional planning agencies, housing authorities and the town’s Community Preservation Committee to establish an inventory of affordable housing opportunities in the Town of Belchertown, to assess current and future needs, and to create an action plan to fulfill those needs. Deadline extended: noon on Wednesday, May 7. Mobile Home Rent Control Board – full member seats: This board oversees individual and general rent adjustments, as well as evictions from park accommodations. Deadline extended: noon on Wednesday, May 7. The Sentinel Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. www.surnerheat.com Hope United Methodist Church Holy Week Prepare for the Journey Saturday, April 12 Stan Langford Mission Ride, 9:30 a.m.: Bring a bag lunch and ride your motorcycle or your car to the Crosses in Barre. This will be a Lenten ride to raise funds for missions locally and around the world. Daily walk with the Lord Every day 9 to 9:30 a.m.: Go to the church every day in the morning for prayer and communion. The journey begins Sunday, April 13 Palm/Passion Sunday, 10 a.m.: Join the choir and children’s processional with palms. Enjoy a light Palm Sunday luncheon after worship. NOTICE ERRORS: Each advertiser is requested to check their advertisement the first time it appears. This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. Day of Fasting and Prayer Monday, April 14 Have a quiet day at home or work meditating on the events that changed the world. Holy Land Presentation Tuesday, April 15 7 p.m.: Watch a slideshow and listen to the testimonies of the Holy Land Pilgrims. Lenten Study Wednesday, April 16 6 p.m.: Prayer gathering 7 p.m.: Discussion of “The Final Words from the Cross” by Adam Hamilton. ERTH’S DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE ™ Created and performed by Erth-Visual & Physical Inc. Sunday, April 13, 4 p.m., FAC Concert Hall Fun for the whole family! Direct from Australia, Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LiveTM brings an awesome array of prehistoric creatures to life on stage. From cute baby dinos to teeth-gnashing giants, your family will observe and interact with extraordinary, life-like creatures in this highly imaginative, entertaining and educational live show. Appropriate for ages 6 and up. $20; 17 & under $10; Family Packs (Two adults, Two Youth: $50) Family Fest: Ticket holders are invited to a free pre-show party in the lobby from 3-4 p.m. Season Sponsors Sponsored by For tickets call The UMass Fine Arts Center 413-545-2511 or 800-999-UMASS or online @ fineartscenter.com - Like us on Facebook and WIN TICKETS Maundy Thursday Thursday, April 17 6 p.m.: Agape meal/pot luck supper with Communion. 7 p.m.: Foot washing and stripping of the alter. 8 p.m.: Prayer vigil begins (church sactuary remains open). People are welcome to sign up for specific hours during the 24 hour vigil. They may bring their Bibles, a favorite devotional book, music selections, journal or light a candle. Good Friday Friday, April 18 3 p.m.: Ringing of the bell commemorating Christ’s Life Prayer Vigil ends. 7 p.m.: Worship – The Passion Story Holy Saturday Saturday, April 19 9:30 a.m.: Preparing Easter baskets and delivery the Lenten food collection to the local pantries. Easter/The Day of Resurrection Sunday, April 20 6 a.m.: Ecumenical Sunrise Service at the Quabbin Reservoir Tower. 10 a.m.: Grand Easter Celebration Worship Service. Be inspired by uplifting music and the children’s choir. Experience a renewal of baptism with water from the Jordan River. 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There will be a children’s Easter Egg Hunt following the 10:30 a.m. Mass, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Also on Palm Sunday at 2:30 p.m. several priests will be available in the church to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the entire parish. On Wednesday, April 16, the Way of the Cross will be prayed at 6 p.m. followed by Mass at 6:30 p.m. On Holy Thursday, morning prayer will be at 8 a.m. in the chapel. The traditional Pot Luck Supper will take place in the Pine Room beginning at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to bring a food item and share this special meal with fellow May cause traffic delays BELCHERTOWN – On Saturday, April 12 the Cold Spring Swift River PTO will hold its annual Fun Run. The race begins at 10 a.m. The route begins at the lower lot of Chestnut Hill Community School. The race will leave the main entrance - please cross the street immediately at driveway, then turn right onto State Street (Route 202/21). Just after the 1km mark, the route will turn left onto Howard Street, and then turn right onto Jackson Street (be ready for this hill). There will be a water station here sponsored by McCarthy’s Pub. The runners will go up Jackson Street and turn right onto Main Street/Route 202 then turn right onto Maple Street/Route 202/Route 21. To finish the race, runners will turn left into the main entrance of Swift River Elementary (long hill but not too steep) and run behind SRE by the playground, down the back entrance to CHCS- back to the finish line! parishioners. The Mass of the Lord’s Supper will follow at 7 p.m. in the church, then adoration will be in the chapel until 10 p.m. On Good Friday, morning prayer will be at 8 a.m. in the chapel. A children’s Way of the Cross will take place in the church at noon. The traditional service of commemorating the Lord’s Passion, Veneration of the Cross and communion will take place at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. High school students will be bussed to Stockbridge where they will pray the Way of the Cross (outside) at the Marian Center. On Holy Saturday, the great Easter Vigil will take place at 8 p.m., beginning with the lighting of the Easter fire outside and the procession of light into the church. This is the Church’s greatest liturgy inviting everyone to enter into the great mystery of faith regarding the death and resurrection of the Lord. Easter Sunday, April 20, Masses will be celebrated at 7 a.m., 8:30 a.m., and 10:30 a.m. Father Decoteau wishes that the joy of Easter fill everyone’s hearts with peace and hope. Business planning classes at Clapp BELCHERTOWN – Thinking of starting a business? New business with a slow start? Are you ready to expand? Learn what it takes to be your own boss during a business planning class at Clapp Memorial Library on Wednesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. from May 7 through June 4. Week one will discuss getting started. Week two is geared toward marketing. Week three will look at projecting income and expenses. Week four will examine finance options. Week five will put together the plan. The cost for the classes is $99, with financial assistance available. Pre-register by calling the Quaboag Valley Community Development Corporation (QVCDC) at 413-967-3001. Space is limited and deadline to register is April 28. Refreshments will be provided. Visit the QVCDC online at www.QVCDC.com. Serving the Community for over 30 Years! IRENE MARIETTOS • • • • • Robin Harnois Janise Fitzpatrick Jerry Jones NEW LISTING Jean Broom SUN. 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Here it is pictured with the group at the Mount Olives facing Jerusalem. Send your traveling photos to [email protected]. Clapp celebrates �Week of the Young Child’ with performers Bates and Tincknell BELCHERTOWN - The Clapp Memorial Library will celebrate The Week of the Young Child™ by presenting Parents’ Choice Award winning performers Davis Bates and Roger Tincknell in a participatory program of stories and songs for all ages titled “This Land is Your Land: A Song & Story Celebration” on Wednesday, April 16 starting at 10 a.m. This concert will include history ballads, regional nonsense songs, just so stories, family stories and more. Hear how the bear missed the train, how coyote got his howl, and how foam got to be in the ocean, and be prepared to sing, move and dance, especially to the closing song, Woody Guthrie’s “This Land is Your Land.” There will even be a short lesson on how to play the musical spoons and an appearance by a dancing wooden dog named Bingo. Bates and Tincknell have more than seven decades of combined experience performing for families in community settings throughout the northeast. They are known both for their strong vocal harmonies and for their warm and participatory performing style. Their concerts engage audiences in a profoundly educational and enjoyable folk arts experience. Pete Seeger has called Bates “thoughtful, creative, human, and a fantastic storyteller.” His traditional style of telling is a refreshing change from video’s and passive televised entertainment, empowering and encouraging audiences of all ages to join in the fun, and to take the stories home with them to share with others. His storytelling cassette, Family Stories, won a Parents Choice Gold Award, and was recently named on of the year’s best audio recording by Booklist magazine. Tincknell is an accomplished musician, singer and songwriter, whose concerts include a wide variety of guitar styles, as well as banjo, mandolin, bazouki, harmonica and piano playing. His repertoire ranges from repertoire ranges from sensitive love songs ballads to fiddle tunes, country and swing songs, blues, and show stopping yodeling. Roger also won Parents Choice honor awards for his album of environmental songs, titled “Earth Rhythms,” and his multicultural release, Carnivalito. This Land is Your Land: A Song & Story Celebration is appropriate to all ages, and will take place at the Old Town Hall in Belchertown on Wednesday, April 16 starting at 10 a.m. For more information call 413323-0417. Be sure not to miss this wonderful family oriented entertainment event. This program is funded, in part, by a grant from the Belchertown Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library. 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This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PUBLIC SAFETY BELCHERTOWN GRANBY The Belchertown Police Department responded to 208 calls during the week of March 31 – April 6. The department made one arrest. Those arrested appear in court at a future date and are innocent until proven guilty. The Granby Police Department responded to 141 calls during the week of March 28 – April 3. The department made one arrest. Those arrested appear in court at a future date and are innocent until proven guilty. ARREST Sunday, April 6 6:40 p.m. – Anthony M. Bondi, 28, of 23 Wilder Road, Shrewsbury, was arrested for operating under the influence of drugs (second offense). ARREST Monday, March 31 9:39 p.m. – Daniel Lavoie, 32, of 51 Hamilton St., Holyoke, was arrested for assault and battery (domestic) and assault with dangerous weapon – to wit a knife. INCIDENTS Monday, March 31 7:38 a.m. – Assist fire/EMS on Plaza Avenue. 9:14 a.m. – Assist citizen on Federal Street. 12:03 p.m. – Larceny over $250 and identity fraud on Warren Wright Road. 3:14 p.m. – Attempted suicide. 9:04 p.m. – Possession of marijuana. INCIDENTS Friday, March 28 11 p.m. - Caller requesting an ambulance at this location. Her husband was bitten by their dog, a border collie, and he is bleeding from his hands and/or arms. Dog is contained in a room with the door closed. Tuesday, April 1 5:53 p.m. – Destruction of property less than $250, malicious. Thursday, April 3 2:14 p.m. – Assist citizen on Sargent Street. 5:01 p.m. – Found property on Chestnut Drive. Friday, April 4 12:51 p.m. – Assault and battery on Aldrich Street. 4:08 p.m. – Leaving the scene of property damage on George Hannum. Saturday, April 5 9:17 a.m. – Larceny from building. Saturday, March 29 10:51 a.m. - Party in station to report that she was hit in the parking lot of the Granby Library. 11:50 a.m. - Caller reports that he and his wife are having an argument. 6:01 p.m. - Caller reports a female who appears to be having some sort of difficulty (stumbling across the road and then laying down on the ground). She headed behind the church across from the old library. Sunday, March 30 10:10 a.m. - Listed party in station to turn in an unwanted hand gun. Monday, March 31 7:07 a.m. - Calling party states there is a car off the road at the intersection of New Ludlow Road and East Street. G-7 responding. G-6 responded to this location found Topfloorlearningpalmer LEARNING CENTER 1455 N. Main St., Third Floor, Palmer (413) 283-2329 www.topfloorlearning.org NEED HELP? 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Duty hook was called and responding to this location. 7:18 a.m. - Calling party states there is accident on the South Hadley side of Amherst Road. Calling called back and stated the power is also out at this location. Vehicle struck SHIELD pole 19 which disconnected the fuse. SHIELD was contacted and came out to reset the fuse. There was no damage to the pole. 7:52 a.m. - Highway 105 states there is a van off the road in front of 47 Burnett. 11:05 a.m. - In station to drop off paperwork for identity theft. 2:35 p.m. - Caller wanted to speak with an officer about the calls police responded to this weekend. 4:08 p.m. - Party in station to report someone attempting to open credit cards in her name. 9:27 p.m. - Caller stated that he needs police for two people fighting. Could hear female and male party arguing in the back round with female claiming that the male party chocked her. Units sent. Tuesday, April 1 7:34 a.m. - Caller stated that a vehicle went off the road at the end of Morgan Street and went through two fences onto the base. He did not want us to respond he was just letting us know. G7 checked the area. 8:09 a.m. - Motor vehicle accident in front of her house on North Street. Wednesday, April 2 5:46 a.m. - Caller states that he heard a bang outside and there is a vehicle in the road outside his house on Taylor Street. The operator of the vehicle called stating that she hit either a large dog or a small deer. She was unsure because it happened so fast. The vehicle was drivable and she is on her way. The animal was a dog, which PAG E 5 Firearms safety course offered CHICOPEE – A basic firearms safety course will be held Saturday, April 26 at the Knights of Columbus, 460 Granby Road, Chicopee. Class is from 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. The cost is $85 per person which includes light refreshments and lunch. This class is a prerequisite for those wishing to apply for a license to carry or FID card. Class size is limited. First come, first serve. Last date to reserve a spot is April 18. Please contact the course instructor, Kevin Joslyn at 543-3505. NYC bus postponed BELCHERTOWN - Old Man Winter’s grip on everyone’s thoughts has caused St. Francis Pack 507 Cub Scouts to postpone its April 26 NYC bus trip. With a low show of interest, Cubmaster Gloria will reschedule the fundraiser for mid-October. Money will be refunded to all who did send checks. Thank you for your support and hopefully we’ll see you on the bus come autumn. You may contact Cubmaster Gloria at 323-0966. belonged to another residence on Taylor Street. The dog is deceased and the owners will take care of it. Thursday, April 3 7:32 a.m. - Multiple calls received for a motorcycle accident in the area of Lyman Street and Route 202. A1 has been toned. PAGE 6 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 OPINION Editorial Celebrating the young children I t’s long been said that children are like sponges – absorbing the information that surrounds them on a daily, even hourly, basis. And, in more recent years the odd adage of “children are better seen than heard” has been thrown out the window. In fact, there have been plenty of studies done in the past decade or so to show that early education with young children is extremely important. According to Stand for Children, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit leadership development and training organization, “a child’s earliest years are absolutely critical for building the foundation needed for success in school, work, and life.” Stand for Children says that high-quality early childhood education can equip a child with the knowledge and skills he or she will need to do well in school and eventually go on to holding higher-paying jobs and even contribute more to our nation’s economy. Massachusetts has been a leader in the early education; becoming one of the first states to recognize the importance of early education when in 2005 it established the first independent, comprehensive department to focus on early childhood learning and care. On average more than 50,000 children receive early education programming each year through state funding, but limited funding and a freeze on child care subsidies for the past two years has caused the waitlist to grow to nearly 43,000 children, according to Stand for Children. Preschool seats are empty while children are left without affordable options. To reduce the waitlist, Massachusetts must adequately fund the subsidy program. Gov. Deval Patrick’s $15 million increase in the FY2015 budget recognizes the need to fund early childhood education, but more is needed to serve the 43,000 children denied access. This week, April 6-12, was named Week of the Young Child™ by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world’s largest early childhood education association, with nearly 80,000 members and a network of more than 300 local, state, and regional affiliates. Since 1971 the NAEYC has celebrated the Week of the Young Child™, focusing the public’s attention on the needs of young children and their families, and as a way to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. Week of the Young Child™ also recognizes that the early childhood years (birth through age 8) lay the foundation for children’s success in school and later life. “Today we know more than ever before about the importance of children’s earliest years in shaping their learning and development. Yet, never before have the needs of young children and their families been more pressing,” says the NAEYC website. During this week, the Week of the Young Child™, take extra time to recognize that children’s opportunities are our responsibilities as adults and parents. Recommit yourself to ensure that each and every child experiences the type of early environment, whether at home, at childcare, at school, or in the community, that will promote their early learning. The Clapp Memorial Library will celebrate the Week of the Young Child™ by presenting Parents’ Choice Award winning performers Davis Bates and Roger Tincknell in a participatory program of stories and songs titled “This Land is Your Land: A Song & Story Celebration” on Wednesday, April 16 starting at 10 a.m. This Land is Your Land: A Song & Story Celebration is appropriate to all ages, and will take place at the Old Town Hall in Belchertown. For more information call 413-323-0417 2014 Turley Election Policy The Belchertown Sentinel will print free self-submitted statements of candidacy for Belchertown and Granby town elections combined together in a special issue on May 1. All candidates running in both contested and uncontested races are being asked to submit their statements to the editor to include only biographical and campaign platform details by April 17. Total word count for statements is limited to between 300 to 500 words maximum. Please include a photo. Send to editor Aimee M. Henderson at [email protected]. We will not publish any statements of candidacy after that special election coverage issue for each town. To publish any other campaign publicity during the race, please contact our Advertising Representative Debra Dodge at 413-323-5999. We also do not allow personal attacks against other candidates or political parties in statements of candidacy, nor do we publish for free any information about key endorsements or political fundraisers. Letters to the editor of no more than 350 words from supporters endorsing specific candidates or discussing campaign issues are limited to three total per author during the election season. No election letters will appear in the final edition before the election. We reserve the right to edit all statements of candidacy and letters to the editor to meet our guidelines. Letters Vote Knapp and Vacchi for school committee To the Editor: My name is Eric Weiss, I am a resident of Belchertown and a former member of the Belchertown School Committee. I am writing this letter to support the candidacies of Mike Knapp and David Vacchi for the Belchertown School Committee. I have found them both to be honest, thoughtful people who would be a benefit to the Belchertown School Committee and the Town of Belchertown. They each understand that the role of a School Committee member is not to be issue driven, but to look at the entire picture and evaluate how the decision being made will impact the school district and the students we are educating. A Belchertown School Committee member’s goals should always be to put the needs of the students and district first while also balancing the complexities of issues such as curriculum development, budget evaluation, Common Core and Education Reform. I believe the town was quite fortunate last spring when Mike Knapp was able to step up to the one-year appointment to the seat I was leaving. Mike Knapp has already demonstrated he is a capable school committee member Where Is It? This Week E ach week The Sentinel feature a “Where Is It?” photo in the opinion section. The feature photo could be of a local building, item, sign place, or landmark. Readers are asked to pick their brains to figure out where it is or even what it is. Check here each week to test your knowledge of the area where we live and work. The answer to this week’s “Where Is It?” will run in next week’s edition, along with a new trivia photo for you to consider. Last Week Last week’s photo was of a mile marker at the corner of Federal Street and George Hannum. Join the fun and submit your answers for this weeks “Where Is It?” photo to ahenderson@turley. com or P.O. Box 601, Belchertown, MA 01007. who will get things done in a fair and reasonable manner. I have also known David Vacchi for a number of years; he is a veteran and an educator who is earning his doctorate at UMASS. His skill set would be an excellent addition to the Belchertown School Committee. This is an important election for the Belchertown School Committee. Sending Mike Knapp back for a full term, while also adding David Vacchi, will keep the Belchertown School Committee on a positive path for the future. If you were willing to vote for me in the past I urge you to cast your vote for Mike Knapp and David Vacchi on Monday, May 19. Thank you for your time, Eric Weiss Belchertown, MA Congratulations Quinn and Jordan To the Editor: I send my congratulations to Jordan Gamache and Quinn Roche for their lovely writings. Keep it up girls! Sincerely, Gloria Cartelli Belchertown, MA Turley Publications Letters to the Editor Policy Letters to the editor should be 350 words or less in length. No unsigned or anonymous opinions will b e p u b l i s h e d . We require letter writers to include his or her town of residence and home telephone number. We must authenticate authorship prior to publication. 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TURLEY Vice President of Publications EDITOR Aimee Henderson ADVERTISING SALES Debra Dodge Maureen McGarrett SPORTS EDITOR Dave Forbes SOCIAL MEDIA @ The Sentinel WEB www.belchertownsentinelonline.com www.turley.com Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of photographs or other materials submitted for publication. Materials will not be returned except upon specific request when submitted. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PAG E 7 EDUCATION BHS announces honor roll BELCHERTOWN – Belchertown High School has released its second quarter honor roll. Below are the students who were listed. GRADE 12 High Honors: Helen Austin, Candyce Avery, Emily Barrett, Chelsea Beaulieu, Tiffani Beeman, Lewis Berger, Christine Bertone, Brittany Bird, Jake Burke, Lauren Chrabascz, Allison Daly, Christina Delude, Kendra Desroches, Jillian Dicken, Jenna Dulchinos, Danielle Fretwell, Allyssa Gagne, Cassandra Hancock, Erica Kamins, Elizabeth LaCroix, Samantha LaCroix, Drew Lindholm, Hannah Lussier, Kyla Madden, Brianna Melanson, Vornia Mikhail Gobrial, Matthew Mitera, Claire Nauman, Liam O’Brien, Kiana Shakeraneh, Caitlin Sullivan, Bryanna Veroneau, Chulabhaya Wijesundara, Jacob Willemain Honors: Carrie Aberdale, John Aniolowski, Lindsey Burkey, Emily Burns, Jillian Cavanaugh, Marc Chmura, Erin Collins, Brandon Dester, Geena DeTorrice, Erica DiCristoforo, Mary Dohrmann, Uriah Ducharme, Erinne Dull, Benjamin Follett, Laura Freeman, Crystal Goodrow, Savana Gutierrez, Meagan Guzik, Aisling Hannah, Joel Haver, James Izatt, Brooke Kulik, Patrick McCarthy, Michael McKenzie, Cameron Messier, Brittany Moreau, Aidan Mulligan, Kara Nietupski, Gabriel Norwood, Michael Nowak, Aidan O’Brien, Jennifer Ollari Barry, Urvi Patel, Hanna Payen, Hailey Roule, William Schmidt, Samuel Scudere-Weiss, Abigail Smith, Ethan Smith, Jacqueline Soucia, John Stinson, Anna Teixeira, Miranda Twining, Jordan Vigneault, William Welch GRADE 11 High Honors: Elizabeth Amato, Brionna Beaudry, Leanna Bonafini, Joseph Brozek, Kelsey Fenn, Hannah Flink, Audrey Gladu, Shannon Hunter, Richard Kim, Andrew LaMontagne, Kannah Landford, Alice Langlois, Kate Lassiter, Allison Laughner, Sienna Nielsen, Christina Pellerin, Kristen Pietras, Jason Robinson, Kathleen Royal, Ryan Stinson, Mackenzie Yelle, Jessica Zalucki Honors: Jonathan Abood, Emily Alibozek, Lynn Barszcz, Britnay Beaudry, Fiona Bernardin, Bailey Boudreau, Jennifer Cox, Michael DeBarge, Vanesse Della Torre, Matthew Delude, Kaylie DuBois, Levi Duprey, Meaghan Foley, Samuel Frasier, Kyle Fuller, Kyle Gadoury, Jacob Girard, Erika Graves, Isabelle Griffin, Brooke Griswold, Zachary Jones, Jason Krasinkiewicz, Cole Lamont, John LeBrun, Stephanie Lehouillier, Trent Lenkarski, Julia Maloof, Kristin Miller-Nelson, Gina Palazzo, Madison Pirrone, Noa Pisani, Danielle Racicot, Lucas Reed, Cayla Reed-Coates, Kevin Reidy, Samantha Runshaw, Krysta Sbriscia, Kelsey Shea, Tea Spellacy, Alaina Swift, Jaclyn Symiakakis, Nathan Vitale, Ryan Walsh, Emily Woodford, Sage Workman GRADE 10 High Honors: Kate Bowers, Sylvia Braster, Franziska Bright, Emma Burke, Emma Cyr, Samuel Dixon, Rebecca Dolgas, Erin Finn, Jordan Gamache, Dylan Gillen, Angela Grabazs, Madeleine Hamparian, Gabrielle Hardyn, Jordan Henault, Emma Jopson, Harrison Korzenowski, Megan Lalumiere, Bridget McKelvey, Madison Newman, Holbrook O’Neill, Avery Orr, Kailey Pacheco, Alexis Ryan, Robert Sterling, Kelli Stockwell Honors: Tatyana Almore, Christian Assimus, Elena Baker, Suzanne Black, Samantha Bodde, Tyler Bradshaw, Molly Brower, Spencer Caron, Michael Chrzanowski, Mikaela Cormier, Cameron Denis, Michelle Dominque, Dylan Dupont, Jackson Dziel, Andrew Endress, Kaitlyn Fitzpatrick, Sarah Fournier, Kirsten Goff, Marion Graves, Jillian Gummeson, Anthony Hosmer, Gina Jacobsen, Jacqueline Johnson, Jack Kamins, Holly Karrasch, Ryan Kearney, Jordan Kruse, Lindsey Kuhn, Haley Leland, Kylie Lounder, Riley Lynch, Natalie Martinez, Shayne McConnell, Summer Mclaughlin, Jack Medina, Zoe Naglieri-Prescod, Anders Nielsen, Brenden Normand, Kevin Ouimette, Margaret Patel, Hannah Pease, Bryan Perlak, Cassidy Petersen, Dominick Poleri, Jacob Potter, Elizabeth Rice, Abigail Robinson, Tatyana Ryan, Nicholas Sarna, Nicholas Stratton, Felicia Verville, Alec Walker GRADE 9 High Honors: Melanie Alibozek, Meghan Bernard, Jenna Blain, Mikaela Bowler, Jenna Brown, Rebecca Brozek, Madison Caldwell, Maximilian Carter, Mi Choi, Hi Chul Chung, Alexis Cole, Matthew Davidsohn, Lauren Delude, Gillian Follett, Hypatia Forest, Irene Gao, Haili Giglietti, Moira Griffin, Sidney Kim, Joshua Lariviere, Elizabeth Lobik, Allison Lukas, Wesley Lupa, Kristen McNamara, Lauryn Parent, Ateena Pratt, Jenna Richards, Joevonnee Rodriguez, Alison Rogalewski, Nathan Rothwell, Marissa Shaw, Gabriella Stone, Jonathan Vinagre, Casey Waskiewicz, Katelyn White, Sabrina Wieczorek, Sarah Woodford, Cameron Wright, Abeiku Yankson Honors: Kelly Baird, Mitchell Bolton, Justin Bourque, Taylor Breveleri, Alexa Brown, Kristina Bullock, Adriana Czarniecki, Clayton Daskam, Margaret Dull, Andrew Duquette, Sinead Fitzpatrick, Kailee Freitas, Ariana Gagnon, Kyle Greene, Briana Gutierrez, Kayla Henry, Ashley Herrick, Alexandra Hoffman, Quinn Kenneally, Sierra Kenney, Dagmara Krotki, Alexis Krull, Rianna Lafleche, Cassaundra Lagimoniere, Raymond Langevin, Dennis Lelic, Maelia Lip, Kimberly Majerowski, Stephanie Martin, Maxwell Mathurin, Gabrielle McCormack, Cara McKenzie, Alec Morgado, Samantha Opalenik, Airani Patel, Jillian Paterwic, Jordyn Paul, Isabella Pelissier, Douglas Quinn, Jenna-Nicole Richard, Natalya 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Presenters from the Federation for Children with Special Needs will provide a workshop titled “An IEP for My Child.” This workshop will inform parents, caregivers, teachers, and staff about the purpose and expectations of each section of the IEP and how to create one that best suits the needs of the individual student. It is highly suggested that anyone attending bring a Mount Holyoke College Courtney Parent of Belchertown has earned dean’s list for the 2013 fall semester at Lasell College. A member of 2016, Parent is majoring in hospitality and event management. SOUTH HADLEY – Bryanne MacDonald has been nominated by the Registrar’s Office and accepted by the Academic Administrative Board as a Sarah Williston Scholar for the class of 2015. 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It teaches students to eat snacks based on a traffic light concept. For healthy snacks it’s a green light – meaning eat as much as you want. For snacks and foods having some nutritional value, it’s a yellow light – meaning go slow when eating them. And for unhealthy snacks, it’s a red light – signaling to stop eating them. Using puppets like Bob Broccoli and Cleo Carrot, Wander teaches students about nutrition labels and ingredients. She tells them be “label detectives” and read about what is in the food before eating it. She says it there are long confusing or strange words, it’s probably a red label. Matt Grillo, member of the Belchertown Cultural Council, was at the performance and says it was a really good fit to the school’s nutrition program, making it a good choice as a grant recipient. “Kids are very receptive to things that are presented this way,” said Grillo. “There are a limited amount of venues for performing arts here in town, especially for young kids, and we want to fund events for everyone.” Grillo said having the program at the school also guarantees a big audience – reaching all the kindergarteners in town. Wander uses hand crafted puppets and musical rhyming lyrics to tell the story of three hungry bunnies seeking strong bunny bodies. Each bunny chooses snack options from a snack cart. When a non-grow food choice is made, a hungry wolf appears. Bobby Broccoli and Cleo Carrot save each bunny by using their nutritional phytonutrients (fighto-nutrients). The performance finale is an Otter puppet that promotes drinking water as a thirst quencher by singing “You Know You Otter Drink Lots of Water.” For more information about Wander’s program call 978544-7887. The cost of the program is $400. Turley Publications photo by Aimee M. Henderson Avery Kay and Alex Longridge help out during the puppet show “Know your Facts about your Snacks.” Classroom calendar Belchertown Public Schools Lunch Menu COLD SPRING AND SWIFT RIVER SCHOOLS Grab & Go options – Monday: cereal, juice, cheese stick, whole grain snacks, low fat yogurt. Tuesday: bagel with cream cheese, jelly, low fat yogurt, cheese stick. Wednesday: yogurt parfait, whole grain snacks. Thursday: turkey breast and cheese sandwich, whole grain snacks, juice. Friday: cereal, cheese sticks, yogurt, juice, whole grain snacks. Monday, April 14: Whole grain stuffed crust pizza, broccoli, carrots, All Sports Bites, pears, milk Tuesday, April 15: Popcorn chicken, roasted potatoes, whole wheat roll, green beans, sweet potato, peaches in a cloud, milk Wednesday, April 16: Taco salad, salsa, sour cream, brown rice, corn, pineapple chunks, milk Thursday, April 17: Stick day! Ham stick, cheese sticks, pretzel sticks, vegetarian baked beans, carrot sticks, celery sticks, fresh fruit on a stick, applesauce, milk Friday, April 18: No school CHESTNUT HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Other options for lunch include cereal bowl, juice, cheese stick and yogurt OR garden salad with croutons, cheese stick and yogurt. Monday, April 14: Popcorn chicken, macaroni and cheese, wheat breadstick, broccoli, carrots, peaches, milk or cook’s choice Tuesday, April 15: Soft or hard tacos or cheese quesadillas with rice, salsa, sour cream, corn, pineapple chunks, milk Wednesday, April 16: Pancakes, sausage, syrup or turkey breast and cheese on wheat wrap, lettuce and tomato, hash brown with green beans, cucumbers, orange wedges, yogurt lowfat, milk Thursday, April 17: Sal’s fresh wheat pizza or yogurt parfait with Caesar salad, Goldfish cookies, hummus with baby carrots and celery, applesauce, milk Friday, April 18: No school JABISH BROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Lunch meals include salad meal or daily choice. Monday, April 14: Pancakes, syrup or scrambled eggs, small whole grain bagel, cream cheese with hash brown, sausage, carrots, green beans, yogurt lowfat, mixed fruit, milk Tuesday, April 15: Buffalo chicken, mashed potato, sweet potato, Caesar salad, wheat roll, fresh fruit, peaches, milk or cook’s choice Wednesday, April 16: Sal’s fresh wheat pizza or yogurt parfait, pretzel sticks with cucumbers, hummus with baby carrots and celery, fresh fruit, school baked cookie, applesauce, milk Thursday, April 17: Chicken fajitas or taco salad with lettuce and tomato, salsa, sour cream, brown rice with steamed vegetables, corn, pineapple chunks, fresh fruit, milk Friday, April 18: No school BELCHERTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Salads are made everyday. Fresh fruit available everyday. Monday, April 14: Shepherd’s pie or popcorn chicken, mashed potato with wheat breadstick, green beans, vegetarian baked beans, fresh fruit, apple crisp, milk Tuesday, April 15: Scrambled eggs, pancakes, syrup, sausage, hash brown, broccoli, cup of strawberries, fresh fruit, milk or taco bar Wednesday, April 16: Buffalo chicken, seasoned brown rice with vegetables, Caesar salad, school baked cookie, fresh fruit, pears, milk or pasta bar Thursday, April 17: Turkey with gravy, mashed potato, stuffing, sweet potato, cranberry sauce, mixed vegetables, fruit sorbet, fresh fruit, milk Friday, April 18: No school • • • • • • • • • • • • • Friday, April 11 CHCS, Banking Day BMS, School Dance sponsored by JBMS Student Council, grades 7-8 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., gymnasium CHCS/BHS, Third term report cards mailed home BHS, Day of Silence BHS, Sophomore banquet, Ludlow Country Club, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12 BHS, “Stars at Symphony Hall” gold medal recipients at MICCA – Boston Symphony Hall Monday, April 14 SRE, Grade 3 Sturbridge Village rotation, 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 CSS, School Council meeting, 3:30 to 5 p.m., principals office SRE, Grade 3 Sturbridge Village rotation, 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. CHCS, Light it up Purple for Military families Wednesday, April 16 SRE, Grade 2 (A-Side) Math Night for Parents, SRE library, 6 to 8 p.m. SRE, Grade 3 Sturbridge Village Field Trip, 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Thursday, April 17 SRE, School Council Meeting, Principal’s Office at 3:30 p.m. CSS – Cold Spring School SRE – Swift River Elementary School CHCS – Chestnut Hill Community School JBMS – Jabish Brook Middle School BHS – Belchertown High School Introducing Our Community’s Newest PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN “I’m Here to Help.” Wing Memorial Hospital and Medical Centers welcomesWing Memorial Hospi Primary Care Physician John Paul Krueger, MD welcomes Pediatricia to our medical center in Belchertown. to our medical center Primary Care Physician John Paul Krueger, MD Dr. Krueger earned his medical degree from Dr. Garniene earned h the University of Missouri-Columbia Medical School in Springfield, MO. Hefrom completed his Unive the Vilnius residency in Family Medicine at the University Lithuania and com of Colorado’s Health SciencesinCenter in Denver, in Pediatrics at Hurley as well as a fellowship in Integrative Medicine from the Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Michigan State Unive in Lawrence, MA. He is board-certified in certified in pediatrics Family Medicine. Office Hours Now Accepting New Patients Monday-Wednesday: 8:30 am-6:30 pm To schedule an appointment with Dr. Krueger, call (413) 323-5118 Belchertown Medical Center, 20 Daniel Shays Highway Palmer Medical Center • 40 Wright Street ( 4( 41133) ) 322834--5514 10 80 • • w iwni gn hg eh ae la tl ht h. o. or gr g Belchertown Medical Center THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PAG E 9 Welcome To GRANBY Free parenting workshop at library GRANBY – Parents face a variety of challenges and seeing their way through these challenges can prove equally as difficult. Take advantage of a three-session parenting series and gain a new perspective from other parents who face similar struggles and walk away feeling empowered! The program will take place on Thursdays, April 17, May 1 and May 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Granby Public Library. There will be free dinner and free childcare. Participants must commit to all three sessions. Pre-registration required by April 10 with 20 participants needed to proceed with series. Topics for discussion include: positive relationships between children and teacher; dealing with drama; changing course when something isn’t working; power struggles between parents and children; parenting children to be productive members of society; teaching children to deal with their feelings; what do you need help with that might be hard to admit…and more. Target age group is 0-8. Dinners planned are ziti with salad and roll; chicken parm with salad and roll; taco bar – all include a dessert and beverage! Childcare includes certified teachers. Children should wear their pajamas. They will have a story time and activity! Please call Julie at 413-536-7321 and secure your space. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny GRANBY - On Saturday, April 12 the Granby American Legion Unit #266 will host a Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. The event will be held at the American Legion, on Pleasant Street in Granby. Tickets are $5 per person and children under 5 eat free. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 11 a.m. There will be games and prizes as well as a 50/50 raffle. Attendees may have pictures taken with the Easter Bunny for $3 each. All money raised goes toward helping our veterans and their children. If you have any questions or to purchase tickets, please contact Lois Pare’ at 467-9254 or Lorraine at 534-0663. Please come and have fun and a good meal, while supporting our veterans! Upcoming Friends of Granby Elderly trips GRANBY - The following is a list of the upcoming trips sponsored by the Friends of Granby Elderly. Seats are booked on a first come first served basis, so if interested, respond quickly. The first trip is on May 14 to the Newport Playhouse, in RI. They will see “My Husband’s Wildest Desires (Almost Drove Me Mad!).” Also included area buffet lunch and a cabaret show. The price for this trip is $89. The bus will leave the Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Church at 7:30 a.m. and return at approximately 6:30 p.m. The second trip on Aug. 5 is to Tanglewood, for the Tanglewood on Parade performance, which includes the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops Orchestra, Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra, and fireworks. The cost is $55. The bus will pick up at the Granby COA (10 West State St.) at 6 p.m. and return around midnight. The third trip is on Oct. 28 to AquaTurf, in Conn. for the Las Vegas/Atlantic City Show. Impersonator’s Mark Verselli and Holly Faris will showcase legendary characters such as: Johnny Mathis, Julio Iglesias, Bette Midler, and Tina Turner. A lunch will be served. The cost for this trip is $69. The bus will leave the IHM Church at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. If interested in attending any of these trips, please contact Nancy at 467-9323 or Lois Pare’ at 467-9254. Once you call and reserve your seats, you can make checks out to Friends of Granby Elderly or FOGE, and mail them to Friends of Granby Elderly, P.O. Box 921, Granby, MA 01033. Remember, book early, as seats are already filling! Immaculate Heart of Mary plans trips Immaculate Heart of Mary Granby presents Cape Cod Canal Centennial trip. Enjoy the beauty of the Cape Cod Canals while celebrating its 100th birthday on Wednesday, July 23. For $96 per person the trip also includes lunch at Salerno’s in Onset. Call Marilyn at 413-467-9821 or Gert at 322-3225 to reserve your seats. Immaculate Heart of Mary Granby presents Penn Dutch Country - Moses Amish Farmlands trip. Enjoy a three-day unforgettable trip to Penn Dutch Country and beyond, for $489 double occupancy. Call Marilyn at 467-9821 or Gert at 413-322-3225 to reserve your seats or for more information. TIGON MARTIAL ARTS 4 Stadler St. • Belchertown, MA (behind Checkers) FREE Adult Intro Lesson Tuesday, April 15, 7:15-8:15pm Thursday, April 17, 6:30-7:30pm Don’t Miss This Great Opportunity! Enroll in regular classes during these times and you’ll not only become part of a Great Community which will help you reach outstanding Self-Defense and Fitness Goals, but you’ll also receive a FREE Uniform ($35 value). Call today to reserve a space! 413-323-0291 www.tigonkarate.com Turley Publications photo submitted Granby Free Public Library is offering one last chance to dedicate a brick on the Pathway of Knowledge. Dedicate a brick campaign last call GRANBY – The Granby Free Public Library is offering a final chance to participate in the Dedicate a Brick Campaign at the library for its Pathway of Knowledge. Help create the pathway to knowledge, adventure and fun at the new Granby library. A brick can be bought in honor of a loved one, as a birthday gift, as a thank you for a favorite teacher, in memory of a pet, or to secure your place in history. Dedication bricks will line the pathway into the new Granby Free Public Library. The deadline to order bricks during this last call is April 30. Proceeds will benefit the Granby Free Public Library’s Capital Needs Fund. Historical association planning annual meeting GRANBY – The Granby Historical Association is planning its annual meeting for Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. at 12 Common St., Granby. There will be a treasurer report and minutes of the last annual meeting. Officers will be elected for president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. If interested in filling one of these positions or voting, you have to be present at the meeting and be a member to vote. There is a volunteer list. The more members and volunteers we have the more events we can do. At 3 p.m. there will be a guest speaker: Ed Parker. There will be refreshments served. Lions holding pancake breakfast GRANBY - The Granby Lions Club Spring Pancake Breakfast will be held on Saturday, April 12 from 7 to 11 a.m. in the Church of Christ Parish Hall in Granby Center. The menu consists of pancakes, sausage, orange juice, and coffee. The ticket price is $5 and can be purchased at the door. The proceeds from this breakfast will be going to support the Granby Lions Community Outreach requests. The Lions District 33Y Eyemobile will also be present in the parking lot at the church. This specially equipped mobile unit and our Lion volunteers provide free health screenings for vision, glaucoma, hearing, diabetes, and blood pressure. Easter Bunny at North Brookfield Bank BELCHERTOWN – Spring has finally arrived and so has the Easter Bunny. On April 11 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. the Easter Bunny be at the North Brookfield Savings Bank in Belchertown. Visitors can enjoy fun activities, prizes, light refreshments and, of course, photos with the Easter Bunny. Bring the whole family and your camera to North Brookfield Savings Bank! TOWN-OWNED PROPERTIES SET FOR AUCTION April 2, 2014 – With the arrival of spring finally upon us, the Town of Granby will hold a Public Auction of properties acquired by tax title foreclosure. The portfolio for this auction includes twenty-seven (27) properties and is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2014. Registration begins at 9:00 A.M. and the Auction will begin promptly at 10:00 A.M. The ballroom-style Auction will be conducted at Granby Town Hall, located at 10B West State Street, Granby, MA. Additional information regarding the twenty-seven (27) town-owned properties to be auctioned can be found in the attached list. An open house for 19 North Street will be conducted at 9:00 A.M. on April 12th. To participate in the Auction, bidders must come prepared with a certified or bank check, made payable to themselves, in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) per property. Interested parties should check the Town’s website www.granby-ma.gov for specific open house schedules and property information. PAGE 10 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 Trash bags available for Earth Day clean up BELCHERTOWN - The Town of Belchertown Department of Public Works will be providing town recyclable trash bags to anyone wishing to collect curbside trash on Earth Day, Tuesday April 22. Trash bags may be obtained at the DPW, 290 Jackson St., Highway Garage location, April 16-18. All trash collected must be brought to the Transfer Station for disposal by Wednesday, April 23 or contact the DPW office to arrange for pickup. Youth fishing derby in Hadley HADLEY - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will hold a free Youth Fishing Derby for children ages 14 and under. Participants will fish in stocked pond. Other activities include: face painting, arts and crafts, Watershed on Wheels interactive exhibit and live owl demonstration. Prizes will be awarded in three age cat- egories. The event takes place on Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Northeast Regional Office, 300 Westgate Center Drive, Hadley (the intersection of Routes 9 and 16, behind Applebees and Staples). QUABOAG RIDERS KING AVENUE (Off Rte. 32) MONSON, MA MOTORCYCLE HILL CLIMB COME HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 70TH YEAR! FULL CONCESSION STAND SEASON OPENING Sunday, April 13, 11am Sanctioned by SIGNUP CLOSES AT 9:30AM SHARP CHILDREN UNDER 12 FREE E-mail: [email protected] www.monsonmonster.com Telephone: 267-4414 a m s Coliseu ern State t the East uck! b r u o y r o f g best ban MAY 1-4 PERFORMANCE TIMES Thur. May 1: 7:00pm Fri. May 2: 7:30pm Sat. May 3: 10:00am, 2:30pm, 7:30pm Sun. May 4: 12:30pm, 4:30pm Ticket Prices Purchase Tickets At the Box Office Starting April 19th 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield By Phone: (413) 205-5087 Smiths gift land to Belchertown BELCHERTOWN - Residents of Belchertown have gained a 15-acre conservation area as a gift from Bruce and Kathy Smith. The new Boncik Woods Conservation Area, located on North Washington Street, gives the south end of town a wooded property with a mix of upland and important wetland. The property extends west from the street toward the Jabish Canal. This area provides wildlife habitat, as well as storm water retention, flood control and ground water purification through the filtering effect of plants and percolation. Conserving the property fits into the town’s long-term plans by providing such infrastructure benefits and by retaining the town’s character, ensuring neighborhood stability and property values, and providing recreational and educational opportunities to the public. This gift to the town was made possible by the Massachusetts Conservation Land Tax Credit and facilitation by Kestrel Land Trust. The tax credit program provides up to $50,000 for a donation of real property for conservation purposes or for a conservation restriction provided that the donation permanently protects an important natural resource that is in the public’s interest. “We’re very grateful for the Smith family’s generosity and for the incentive program provided by the Commonwealth,” said Ben Wright, Land Conservation Specialist for Kestrel Land Trust. “This was one of the first local projects to benefit from the tax program since it was started in 2011. We hope more landowners will take advantage of this.” Funding from the state tax credit program made it possible for the Smith family to donate the property in honor of Kathy’s grandfather, John Boncik, who enjoyed walking trails in the woods, as well as fishing and skating on the pond with the grandkids. OUT AND ABOUT Turley Publications photo submitted This deer was spotted crossing Route 9 near the Roadhouse Café last week. Send your wildlife photos to [email protected]. The Library Loft Schoolhouse Commons Historical Center • 1085 Park Street, Palmer Box Seats $18* Reserved Seats $14 Discounts at all Western MA Big Y Locations *No other discounts apply. No cash refunds. Turley Publications photo submitted This 15-acre piece of land was donated to Belchertown by the Smith family in memory of John Boncik. BOX OFFICE OPENS APRIL 19 Mon.- Sun. 10am to 6pm Open 10am to 9pm on Performance Nights PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE NOW AT melhashrinecircus.com Proceeds benefit the Melha Shriners and are not deductible as charitable contributions. We are celebrating our 10th year at the Schoolhouse Commons. Thanks to our wonderful “friends,” volunteers and patrons, we will be open on Fridays beginning in September. Our New Hours Tues. 10am - 4pm • Wed. 10am - 4pm • Thurs. 10am - 4pm Fri. 10am-4pm • Sat. 10am - 4pm Hope to see you there Book donations will be accepted at the Palmer Public Library or the Library Loft during open hours. Please, no magazines or Reader's Digest Condensed Books. We accept books only in good, clean condition. For more information call 283-3330 ext. 100 Thanks to our Sponsors: Proceeds To Benefit the Palmer Public Library THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 Football sign-ups scheduled BELCHERTOWN - The Belchertown Eagles are currently holding sign-ups for football and cheerleading for children entering third through eighth grade in the fall of 2014 on the following Saturdays: April 12 (only early bird sign up) $10 discount for registration that is paid in full, May 31 and June 28. All sign-ups will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eagles Dungeon behind the Belchertown Recreation Department near the skate park. Football player registration fee is $160 and includes the use of helmet, pads, uniform and a new jersey you get to keep! Cheerleading registration fee is $130 and includes the use of a uniform and pom-poms; does not include shoes. PAGE 11 Anne’s Angels plan annual golf tourney There is a $15 sibling discount offered. Football player age groups are: Pee wees third and fourth grade, Juniors fifth and sixth grade, and Seniors seventh and eighth grade. Practice starts Aug. 1 and games start around Sept. 1. The season goes through early November and ends with a yearly player/cheerleader banquet. There are lots of fun things planned for the 2014 season, so sign up! For more information contact the eagles at the new email address [email protected] or visit the new web page www.belchertownfootball.org or visit the Facebook page @ https://www.facebook.com/ Belchertowngranbyeagles. BELCHERTOWN - Anne’s Angels Relay for Life team will be hosting the second annual Red Tee Golf Tournament on Sunday, April 27 at the Mill Valley Golf Links. The format will be scramble style with registration at 12:15 p.m. and shotgun start at 1 p.m. Members are $40 and non-members are $50 which includes greens fees, cart, and a donation to the American Cancer Society. Prizes will be awarded for closest to the pin on the fifth and ninth holes, longest drive on the first hole, and for first place team. Mulligans are $5 each, maximum of four. Contact Paul McGrath at 658-7285, Wilbur Quirk at 335-7658, or at the Mill Valley clubhouse by April 17 to enter a team or to sign up as an individual. Umpires needed for Little League BELCHERTOWN – Umpires are needed for Belchertown Little League. Candidates can be either male or female, 15 years or older. Contact Tom Curto at 413-544-1761 to apply. KIMBERLY ALLEN Belchertown Real Estate Agent & Proud Homeowner Belchertown's Multi-Million Dollar Real Estate Agent 2004-2013. Team Jessica Member 413•323•0033 LAND 35 Spring Hill Belchertown $425,000 275 Hamilton St. Belchertown $250,000 131 Barton Ave. Belchertown $279,000 18 Everett Ave Belchertown $225,000 Hunters Ridge Subdivision Old Sawmill Lots $100,000 9 Lots Available Sabin Street Lot #28.01 $275,000 383 N. Washington Belchertown $300,000 404 State St. Belchertown $375,000 31 Cottage St. Belchertown $250,000 30 Business Technology Dr. Belchertown COMMERCIAL LEASE $2K/mo. 4.83 Acres w/Beautiful Views VIEW ALL MY LISTINGS ON www.KimberlySoldOurs.com We’ll Get You Rolling Again Buddy Hood, owner of Diamond Junction Lanes in Palmer, is an ace candlepin bowler. But everybody has a bad roll once in a while. After Buddy dinged himself with a ball, he arrived at the Wing Memorial Hospital Emergency Department with a bruised ego and a swollen ankle. We brought him right in and gave him the full kingpin treatment. At Wing Memorial Hospital, our team of board-certified physicians, surgeons, medical specialists and registered nurses offers you comprehensive emergency services around the clock, and your care is supported by our laboratory, respiratory and diagnostic imaging departments. We provide the best personal care with the shortest possible wait times. A quick drive can save you a few hours. — EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT — LOSE THE WAIT PAGE 12 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PEOPLE Phaneuf honored for service CELEBRATING 101 YEARS PALMER – During Wing Memorial Hospital and Medical Center’s March board of directors meeting, outgoing Chairperson Jim Phaneuf was celebrated for his years of service as the board’s chairperson (from 20092014). Throughout these five years, Phaneuf was a strong leader and dedicated himself to the Wing Memorial staff, patients and communities. He will remain on the board of directors and Katherine K. Coolidge, Esq., MLIS assumed the position of chairperson. From left, Charles E. Cavagnaro III, M.D., president and CEO of Wing Memorial Hospital and Medical Centers, thanks former chairperson Jim Phaneuf for his service, and welcomes new chairperson Katherine K. Coolidge, Esq., MLIS. Turley Publications photo submitted Turley Publications photo submitted On Saturday, April 5, Bernice Gilman celebrated her 101st birthday with her daughter Barbara Mailhott and son-in-law, Joe. Her granddaughter Lisa Warych, husband Ed and their two daughters Sarah and Lauren (two of Bernice’s great-grandchildren) also joined the festivities to make her day even more special. Bernice contributes her longevity to hard work and a positive attitude. Bernice resides with her daughter and sonin-law in Belchertown. Happy 101st birthday! Local man completes military training SAN ANTONIO, TX - Air Force Airman Joshua A. Santos graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that includ- Exceptional Care !# # # !" !# ! # ed training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Santos is the son of Michele Santos of Belchertown and grandson of Joyce Minkos of Chicopee. He is a 2013 graduate of Belchertown High School. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PAGE 13 Students attend Credit for Life fair Country Bank event teaches seniors about real-life finances By Melissa Fales Turley Correspondent WARE – More than 550 seniors from five high schools got a reality check by attending the Credit for Life fair at Ware Junior Senior High School March 27. The event, sponsored by Country Bank, is a financial exercise designed to teach students on the verge of heading out into the real world the importance of budgeting and the impact a credit score can have on their lives. “We want to show these young adults that the choices they make about saving and spending money will have a big impact on their lives,” said Jodie Gerulaitis, Country Bank Financial Education Officer. Gerulaitis said Country Bank received a Gold Award for Credit for Life from the New England Financial Marketing Association last fall. “We’re proud to say this is an awardwinning program,” said Gerulaitis. This is the fourth time Credit for Life was held at WJSHS. This was also the largest, as Ware’s seniors were joined by students from Monson High School, Palmer High School, Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School, and for the first time this year, Belchertown High School. “It’s growing because there is such a need for this type of information,” said Gerulaitis. Each student received a budget worksheet corresponding to his or her chosen career, with an average monthly salary and a listing of how much would be taken out for taxes and Social Security. The cost of any necessary student loans for that career was also factored into the monthly budget. Students were assigned a credit score at random, which they wore on a lanyard around their neck. Set up around the gym were various booths for students to visit on topics such as employment, clothing, insurance, furniture, utilities, transportation, food and nutrition, housing, savings and retirement, and credit. There, they learned about costs and various options. There was also a Fun, Fun, Fun, booth designed to tempt students with “extras” and a Reality Check booth where students faced the potential for unexpected charges. The booths were staffed with 75 volunteers from the community, with various career experience. Volunteer Bill Imbier was manning the transportation table. “The credit score becomes a reality when they get to me,” he said, noting that some students hoping to drive a BMW end up with a bus pass. His fellow volunteer George Staiti said he tried to SEWING CREATIONS by Mini Pearl Zipper Specialist All Your Sewing Needs. No Job Too Small. MINI’S IRONING CLUB Includes your own basket pickup & delivery, any mending such as buttons, seams. NON-CLUB MEMBERS $45 – CUSTOMER DROP-OFF & PICKUP. 413-213-1042 $ 45 Per Week 1 Month Min. LEAVE A MESSAGE REFER A FRIEND RECEIVE A GIFT 10% of proceeds donated to either St. Judes or Senior Center of your choice encourage the students to think through the exercise even more. “You want them to think about where they want to be when they’re 25,” he said. “They should start thinking about that now.” Jordan Vigneault of Belchertown was doing the exercise with “filmmaker” as his chosen career. With a credit score of 765, Vigneault was doing well with his monthly budget until he spun the Reality Check wheel and was hit with a $250 expense as the victim of check fraud. “It’s definitely interesting to see how much things cost in real life,” he said. “I’m learning that there are going to be some ups and downs.” Friends Jake Burke and Kush Basu of Belchertown both selected the same career, mechanical engineer. However, they were learning that their very different credit scores made a big difference in what they could afford. Burke had a credit score of 765. “I just got a BMW, which is pretty cool,” said Burke. With his credit score of 620, Basu said he would be driving a Honda Civic. “I thought we’d be able to afford the same things with the same career,” said Basu. In order to save money, Kyle Labossiere and Ryan Chaffee decided to share a house and split the utilities. “All the little expenses don’t seem like much, but they add up,” said Labossiere. “Everything is nickel-and-diming us to death.” Chaffee was worried that he had yet to include furniture, clothing and food costs in his shrinking monthly budget. “Those are kind of important things, especially the food,” he said. Ware seniors Courtney Varnum and Sydanny Morris were sitting on the bleachers crunching numbers. Morris, a dietician with a credit score of 750, said it was tight. “I’m learning that I’m basically going to be living at home forever,” she said. Varnum, a preschool teacher with a credit score of 735, said the cost of some items was eye-opening. “I was expecting I’d need to get a used car,” she said. “I wasn’t expecting that I’d have to get used furniture.” Caedon Sawabi of Ware chose a career as a business manager. Josh Liberty, also of Ware, was doing the exercise as an administrative assistant. The two decided to share an apartment to save money and were still finding it more challenging than expected to afford what they wanted. “We’re getting the biggest expenses out of the way first,” said Liberty. “I think we’re learning that we have to be conservative about our money,” said Sawabi. “In the real world, it’s not about what you want it’s about what you can afford.” Turley Publication photos by Melissa Fales Jordan Vigneault of Belchertown spins the “Reality Check” wheel, which offered students either an unexpected expense, such as a brokendown car, or a surprise bonus, like a birthday gift. 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Though he was intimidated at first by Buster’s size, one look into his soft brown eyes sealed the deal. After taking the horse home and calling him Nassau, Curtin introduced the thoroughbred to cattle herding and brought him to several parades and other events. His love for his new horse quickly grew, and Nassau became Curtin’s ambassador for off-the-track thoroughbreds at public events. “It was an instant connection. He fell in love with the horse right away,” said Emmie Ewing, Curtin’s fiancée. But when a family tragedy struck Curtin in 2008, he was forced to move back home to Massachusetts. After failing to find a place to house Nassau near his home that he could afford, he reluctantly decided to leave him with a local family in New York on the condition he would come back and get the horse as soon as he could. He stayed in touch with the family on a regular basis for several months, but then the family and Nassau disappeared. “Tom was absolutely heartbroken. He kept searching for such a long time but finally ended up assuming Nassau must have passed away,” Ewing said. While Curtin was still grieving the loss of his horse in 2012, Dottie Harrison, currently the vice president of a rescue organization in California called Fallen Horses, Inc., found a Craigslist.com ad from a cattle rancher in Nevada who had several horses to offer, including a thoroughbred. Harrison initially discounted Buster as too big but continued looking at the other horses, making several trips to the ranch over the next month. On her way to the ranch one day, the owner called her to let her know he was out of state for a few days and that the thoroughbred had injured his eye and would likely be shot dead when he returned to the ranch. “Dottie rushed out to see the horse when she arrived. She was appalled,” said Victoria Hardesty, who works with Harrison at Fallen Horses, Inc. “The horse had pierced his cornea and it was infected. She rummaged through the ranch tack room for medication and supplies and began treating the horse and gave him pain medication. She continued going to the ranch to treat the horse and got another call from the owner telling her he would just shoot the horse when he got back home. Dottie cried and cussed at the man until he finally just gave her the horse.” After winning the verbal argument that saved Buster’s life, Harrison moved the horse to her in-laws’ property to continue treating him. With a new home and a new name, Buster Brown, the horse’s eye healed and Harrison found that the thoroughbred was the family horse she’d been looking for all along. He was great with her kids and her husband, and she loved his personality and work ethic. But Buster began losing weight over the next several months, and she couldn’t afford expensive emergency vet calls. Desperate, she reached out to Traci Hutmier in California, the owner of Fallen Horses, Inc. Through social media websites, Harrison and Hutmier raised the money needed to transport Buster to the Fallen Horses ranch in California for additional medical care. There he was put on a sand blaster diet for 30 days, leaping from 937 pounds to over 1,150 pounds. “His coat began to gleam and the sparkle came back into his personality,” Hardesty added. “He began taking beginner volunteers Mass. 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While Harrison was chatting online one day with a new horse friend in Massachusetts, Emmie Ewing, she just so happened to mention her 18-year-old off-thetrack thoroughbred to Ewing, who just so happens to be Tom Curtin’s fiancée. After asking Harrison a few questions about Buster, an uncanny feeling fluttered into Ewing’s heart. “I started getting goosebumps,” she said. “The things she said about the horse and the descriptions she gave, it was just like hearing Tom talk about Nassau.” After getting into specifics about the horse – including confirmation of a distinctive scar on his face – Ewing strongly suspected that Buster and Nassau were one and the same. Harrison sent her photos of Buster, and she took them to Curtin, who broke down when he glimpsed a face he thought was gone forever from his life. Later, the horse’s identity was confirmed by a Jockey Club tattoo he’d been given in his former life. Then a prodigious decision was made, completing the circle. It was finally time for Buster to go home. “Dottie, Emmie, Traci, and the volunteers at Fallen Horses got busy,” Hardesty said. “The Coggins test was completed, health certificate signed off by the vet, farrier visited, and a cross-country hauler was reserved.” On Feb. 5, 2014, Buster had an early breakfast. He was brushed out for the final time in California. Don Buckner, a veteran trucker from Oregon, arrived with his rig. Following a series of tearful hugs and kisses, Buster was loaded for the long trip. “Those of us left watching the trailer leave the driveway had tears in our eyes and joy in TILTON AUTOMOTIVE GENERAL REPAIRS FREDERICK TILTON Owner 323-5051 A Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage Relax You Are In Great Hands Pauline & Christopher Reynolds Certified Licensed Massage Therapists AutoCare Center Gift Certificates Also Available Online at We Install Only NAPA Parts www.ahealingtouchonline.com ROUTE 9 3 AMHERST ROAD BELCHERTOWN, MA 01007 Massage by Appointment (413)323-9952 37 Main Street, Belchertown, MA THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 our hearts for this wonderful horse. He was going home at last,” Hardesty added. But things rarely go smoothly for Buster, a horse whose collection of mottos should include, “Expect the unexpected.” Don Buckner zigzagged across the country in his rig, hauling Buster and several other horses that needed to be picked up and dropped off at various destinations. The trucker encountered a massive snowstorm on the east coast and also experienced a tire blowout south of Washington D.C., but in the end Buster made it home safely. When he arrived in Granby early on the morning of Feb. 12, Ewing was there to greet him and get him settled. Curtin was out of town on business at the time, arriving home on Valentine’s Day 2014 to reunite with his most beloved horse. “It was a once in a lifetime experience,” Ewing said. “The horse even recognized the name Nassau after all that time. I truly believe his personality and his quirks saved his life. He’s such a loving, charismatic, magnetic horse, and it’s nothing short of a miracle that we found him by happenstance.” Fallen Horses, Inc. is an equine charitable organization founded four years ago by Traci Hutmier and her husband David when they realized the plight of thousands of horses following their racing careers. After learning that many of these horses end up being shipped to Mexican or Canadian slaughterhouses, the Hutmiers made it their mission to locate horses in need, rehabilitate them, and find new homes for them. They have often been forced to support their efforts with their own paychecks. For more information about the organization, or if you’d like to make a donation to assist many horses like Buster supported each year by Fallen Horses, Inc., visit www. fallenhorses.webs.com. PAGE 15 high relative humidity indicates that the dew point is closer to the current air temperature. Relative humidity of 100 percent indicates the dew point is equal to the current temperature and that the air is maximally saturated with water. WEATHER | from Page 1 Lomanno wanted to do more with a weather station, and in essence offer a better service to the community. “The thermometer was not very accurate… the temperature did not reflect the right temperature at all,” said Lomanno, explaining that the direct sun and the thermometer being up against the building caused variables for inaccurate readings. Using money already in the cable access budget, a weather system was purchased. The system, which isn’t elaborate by any means, can be used on its own at a private residence, with hook-ups to a computer. All the software needed was included. Lomanno said the system was “fairly easy to install” and consisted of just two elements. The first being the roof station, which is where all the weather information and data is gathered. The roof system is solar powered and wirelessly transmits the information to a small computer box (which is the second element) located inside the building. The information can be read straight from that box, however Lomanno took it a few steps further – allowing it to be broadcast on TV. From the box the information is transferred to a desktop computer at BCTV where it has been given its own webpage. It’s from there that the image is fed to BCTV and broadcast out to viewers. As an added bonus, employees of the town can access the webpage and view the weather information from their landline Internet. When viewers tune in to channel 20 they will see a variety of boxes and information flashing before them. On the left side of their screen there will be a constant stream of current weather conditions, offering items like temperature, wind speed, rain and windchill. That box will not change out. But, on the right hand side there will be graphs rotating on a regular cycle. These graphs will show patterns in the weather for the past 24 hours. Nelson I. Garrow & Sons Landscaping / Sitework / Trucking Screened Loam • Gravel • Fill • Stone Decorative Boulders & Wall Stone Trap Rock & Gravel Driveway Repairs Spring Cleanup • Storm Damage & Overgrowth Cleanup • Stump Removal Septic Systems Installed Heat Index The heat index is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity in an attempt to determine the human-perceived equivalent temperature or how hot it feels. The result is also known as the “felt air temperature” or “apparent temperature.” For example, when the temperature is 90°F with very high humidity, the heat index can be about 105°F. The weather station data collection center is perched on the roof of the Belchertown Community Television building. According to Lomanno all the data collected will be automatically stored and archived. He is exploring the option of joining the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as an official weather gathering point for the National Weather Service. Besides the common quantities like temperature, wind speed, rain total etc., here is brief explanation of some of the other measurements the BCTV Weather Station records. More information can be obtained from www.nws.noaa.gov and www.crh.noaa. gov. Wind Chill Wind chill is the perceived decrease in air temperature felt by the body on exposed skin due to the flow of air (wind). Dew Point The dew point is the temperature below which the water vapor in air condenses into liquid water. The condensed water is called dew when it forms on a solid surface. A Absolute and Relative Humidity Absolute humidity is a measure of the actual amount of water vapor (moisture) in the air, regardless of the air’s temperature. The higher the amount of water vapor, the higher the absolute humidity. Relative humidity also measures water vapor, but relative to the temperature of the air. In other words, it is a measure of the actual amount of water vapor in the air compared to the total amount of vapor that can exist in the air at its current temperature. Barometric Pressure Barometric pressure is the force exerted on a surface of the Earth by the weight of air above. Measurements of barometric pressure and the pressure tendency (the change of pressure over time) have been used in forecasting since the late 19th century. The larger the change in pressure, the larger the change in weather can be expected. If the pressure drop is rapid, a low pressure system is approaching, and there is a greater chance of rain. Rapid pressure rises are associated with improving weather conditions, such as clearing skies. 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Are you a dance mom worried about your daughter getting hurt? Young Building 5-8 p.m. Come join A. Laya Bautista, PT, DPT, CSCS, Baystate Mary Lane Hospital, for a night of dance... education that is! ENHANCE YOUR DANCE is a comprehensive physical therapy program for the treatment and prevention of dance related injuries in the young dancer. Come learn about dance injuries and what you can do to prevent them. So get ready to learn and don’t forget to bring your stretchy pants and dance shoes! Refreshments will be served. 400 Wines 100 Select Craft Brews • 50 Select Spirits Connoisseurs’ Room Delectable foods Registration required: 413-967-2488. Tickets sold at: The Big E Box Office • www.TheBigE.com Table & Vine • 27 Select Big Y® World Class Markets™ Tickets: $45 in advance (by 4/25) • $50 at the door $75 Connoisseurs’ Room (includes event admission) Visit TheBigE.com or TableandVine.com for details 5K Grape Chase Road Race • April 26 11am runners – walkers to follow $25 registration (by 4/18) • $30 day of race Combo ticket - $60 - Race and Taste of Table & Vine Register at: www.grape.racewire.com CS146974 baystatehealth.org/spiritofwomen Event benefits the West Springfield Parish Cupboard, West Springfield Partnership for Education and The Big E Farm to Table Education Fund THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 RUN | from Page 1 the recent Super Typhoon Yolanda in the Philippines. Additional monies raised will be given to Umoja now, www.umojanow.org. This is the first year numerous charities will benefit. Last year $4,000 (an increase of $1,300 from 2012) was donated to Sister Connection, www.sisterconnection.org. The Planning Committee of Maddie Jung �14, Kitwani (Kitty) Carbon �14, Jodecia Elliot �14, Rex Zhang ’14, Jayda McLean ’15, and Kyle Zhang �15 has been tirelessly working to surpass last year’s grand total. “The goal is to run out of t-shirts,” said Bethany Petano, marketing and communications director at the MacDuffie School. The first 100 people get shirts, and the hope is to exceed that number, as was the case with last year’s race. “I want to see an excellent turn out,” said Elliot. “The more people, the more money raised.” Advance registration is $20. Participants can register at active.com (the vibrant logo is the brainchild of Zhang and Zhang). Online registration closes at 1 p.m. the day before the event. Race day registration is $25 and will be available in the front of the school between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Carbon will be on hand to check in the runners. She really enjoyed witnessing the arrival of the race participants last year, and decided the registration table is the place for her. “I’m looking most forward to seeing how many people come out,” said Carbon. Jung derives the most enjoyment from watching the runners take their mark. “It is so exciting to see everyone line up at the start of the race,” she said. The race begins at 10 a.m. and draws a variety of runners. Some come to compete, some to walk, and some to walk their dogs. The MacDuffie Cross Country and La Crosse teams are also running for hope. Volunteers will be handing out water along the course, and oranges will be given to runners at the finish line. Elliot has been reaching out to sponsors with great success: East Hampton Bank (gold sponsor), Saloomey Construction (silver sponsor), Country Lawn Care (bronze sponsor), and Auth Fuels (bronze sponsor) have generously contributed to the cause. The Planning Committee would like to thank all of their volunteers and sponsors. “Everyone was quick to join in the cause, and their assistance is greatly appreciated,” agreed the members. There will be live music and family activities such as a one-mile fun run, and face and henna painting. Vendors will be present as well. Not to be missed are the original jewelry designs of MacDuffie art teacher, Miss Hastings. A couple of her artist friends have also joined the cause. Christine Cambell (Relation Creations) will showcase enjoyable, functional works of art that are affordable for all. Be certain to stop by and view these beautiful glass works with Bullseye, Spectrum, and Uroboros. Jo-Ann Hastings (Nature’s Touch Artworks) and her wide range of artworks influenced by nature are certain to delight. Creations include mixed media, jewelry, pen and ink illustrations, note cards, and polymer clay sculptures. The artists are donating all money earned to the charities. There will also be an elaborate faux cupcake maker. Jen Donovan of Jcakes specializes in custom handmade cupcake ornaments. These multifunctional faux cupcakes can be used as decorations, part favors, be hung anywhere, and hold a place card or candle. Speaking of food, there will be a BBQ prepared by the students with a large portion of the food being donated by the community. It is during this time that the most significant amount of mingling between the different sets of people takes place. The members of the Planning Committee are “looking forward to witnessing the MacDuffie clan and the general public hanging out and having fun together.” Elliot wants to see a lot of people having a great time, and hopes that the race will continue to be supported throughout the coming years. “The more people, the more money raised,” proclaimed Elliot. Make certain to stop by the Student Center following the cool down. There is going to be an International Festival where everyone can learn about the different cultures of the MacDuffie students. This year’s run is shaping up to be a huge success. Make certain head out and support this noble cause on April 26. 10 tips for managing driver distractions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Turn it off. Turn your phone off or switch to silent mode before you get in the car. Spread the word. Set up a special message to tell callers that you are driving and you’ll get back to them as soon as possible, or sign up for a service that offers this. Pull over. If you need to make a call, pull over to a safe area first. Use your passengers. Ask a passenger to make the call for you. X the text. Don’t ever text and drive, surf the web or read your email while driving. It is dangerous and against the law. Know the law. Familiarize yourself with state and local laws before you get in the car. Prepare. Review maps and direction before you start to drive. If you need help when you are on the road, ask a passenger to help or pull over to a safe location to review the map/directions again. 8. Secure your pet. Pets can be a big distraction in the car. Always secure your pets properly before you start to drive. 9. Keep the kids safe. Pull over to a safe location to address situations with your children in the car. 10. Focus on the task at hand. Refrain from smoking, eating, drinking, reading and any other activity that takes your mind and eyes off the road. 7. This tips are from the Governors Highway Safety Association. DRIVING | from Page 1 eating, drinking and even having items hanging from the rearview mirror (causing an obstructed view as well). Just 12 states prohibit all drivers from using hand-held cell phones while driving, with neighboring Connecticut one of them. No state however bans all cell phone use for drivers, meaning hands-free devices are allowed. But, 37 states ban all cell phone use by novice drivers and 20 states prohibit it for school bus drivers. Massachusetts is one of those 20, and also bans cell phone use for novice drivers who are under the age of 18. Washington was the first state to pass a texting ban in 2007. Currently there are 43 states that ban text messaging for all drivers, including Massachusetts. It is also a primary offense, meaning a driver can be pulled over if thought to be texting. “Distracted driving is something we take very serious,” says Fox. “Our hope is to educate people first about the dangers.” To keep drivers safe, Massachusetts and others across the country are joining with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as it launches its first coordinated national distracted driving enforcement campaign: U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Although April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the campaign will be running April 10-15. U Drive. U Text. U Pay is the first national high-visibility enforcement campaign that combines periods of intense anti-texting enforcement coupled with advertising and media outreach to let people know about the enforcement and convince them to obey the law. To support the national campaign, State Highway Safety Offices are working on enforcement and education activities to remind all drivers to put down the phone and just drive. Locally, the Massachusetts Highway Safety Division is asking those who participate in other mobilizations and in the sustained traffic enforcement program to step up distracted driving enforcement from April 10-15. Fox says, having participated in other mobilizations such seatbelt and drunk driving crackdowns, his department will be stepping up their enforcement with distracted driving during this time. Governors Highway Safety Association Executive Director Jonathan Adkins says, “States recognize that distracted driving is a serious challenge on our roadways. Now that nearly every state bans texting while driving, the focus is on enforcing those laws and reminding the public of the need to focus solely on driving while behind the wheel.” The Safe Driving Law signed by Gov. Deval Patrick became effective on Sept. 30, 2010. Among other provisions, the law bans sending, typing or reading electronic messages to or from handheld devices while operating a motor vehicle. This includes use of the Internet and text messaging. The law bans all handheld electronic devices by junior operators while behind the wheel. Auto • Home • Business Life • Disability Group Health On-Site RMV Service Insuring Families and Businesses for 100+ Years! BELCHERTOWN, MA WEST BROOKFIELD, MA 413-323-9611 508-867-4646 19 North Main Street PAGE 17 15 Central Street 1-800-894-9591 • www.bellandhudson.com You wouldn’t have lugged around a typewriter while driving, so why do it now? Don’t text and drive. You wouldn’t take self-portraits behind the wheel of a car, why do it now? Don’t take “selfies” and drive. You wouldn’t make conference calls while driving, so why do it now? Don’t get distracted with phone calls while driving. PAGE 18 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports SPORTS Bombers take Belchertown in exciting affair By Dave Forbes Turley Publications Sports Staff Writer BELCHERTOWN Belchertown and Westfield played an exciting back-and-forth affair in the season opener for the Lady Orioles, but a goal in the last minute proved to be the difference as the Bombers won 20-19, on Thursday, April 3. Belchertown held a 14-10 lead at the half. Emma Jopson had a huge game for the Lady Orioles as she finished with nine goals and an assist for 10 points. Kate Bowers added two goals and six assists for eight points, while Tiffany Anderson added three goals and an assist. Jackie Soucia tallied twice, while Emma Cyr, Meaghan Foley and Katarina Lowe each had one, Alaina Swift added two assists, while Abby Robinson, Julia Sammataro and Chloe Zinter each added one. BOYS LACROSSE The Belchertown boys lacrosse team turned back Chicopee Comp, 10-9, in their opener last week. Alex Bachand led the Orioles with four goals. Wyatt Rousseau was second with three, while Alexander Wordsworth had two goals and an assist. Jason Krasinkiewicz and Ben Magarian each had an assist. Goalie Ryan McCarthy stopped five shots. BOYS TENNIS The Belchertown boys tennis team swept their opening week matches against Ludlow and Quaboag. In a 4-1 win over Ludlow on Wednesday, April 2, Ethan Smith was a 6-1, 6-2 winner at first singles, while Ryan Kearney won 6-4, 7-6 at third singles. Young Rams venture into new territory First season as varsity program By Tim Peterson Turley Publications Sports Correspondent Turley Publications photo by Susan Swift Belchertown’s Emma Jopson (31) fires a shot on goal. On the doubles side, Zach Kuhn and Jake Stinson were 63, 6-2 winners at first doubles, while Robert Stinson and Tyler Zulkiewicz were 6-3, 6-1 winners at second doubles. In an exciting 3-2 win over Quaboag on Friday, April 4, Smith won 6-2, 6-3 at first singles and Stroman was a 6-2, 6-2 winner at second doubles, while Andrew DeSantis and Stinson took home a 6-0, 6-2 win at second doubles. SOFTBALL Belchertown opened the week with an 11-6 win over Holyoke on Thursday, April 3. The Lady Orioles started off strong with six in the first, one in the second, three in the fourth See ROUND-UP, Page 19 Belchertown’s Ryan Karney follows through on a forehand swing. MONSON—The Granby girls lacrosse team might be competing at the varsity level for the first time this spring, but they do have a very young and inexperienced squad. Only eight of the 18 players listed on the Lady Rams roster were members of last year’s squad which competed at the junior varsity level. There are no seniors or juniors on this year’s team. The Lady Rams were defeated by Monson, 16-6, in their first varsity game, which was played on the road, last Friday afternoon. “We’ve been working very hard during the past two weeks and I’m very excited to be starting the season today,” said first-year Granby head coach Mackenzie Vita before the start of the Monson game. “Some of my players have never played lacrosse before and this is our first time on a line field. It’s definitely going to be a learning experience for us this year.” Vita, who has been the Adaptive Physical Education teacher in the Granby School system since January, was named as the varsity coach by Granby Athletic Director Matt See RAMS, Page 19 Lady Mustangs Three locals named to Fall 2013 NECC All-Academic Team outrun Granby By Tim Peterson Turley Publications Sports Correspondent MONSON - The Monson girls lacrosse team has been competing at the varsity level since 2011. One of the Lady Mustangs players who has been a member of the team during that span is senior attacker Mikayla Dahlen. Dahlen, who entered this season with 42 career goals, scored a team-high five goals leading the Lady Mustangs to a 16-6 home win against the Granby Lady Rams in a Pioneer League contest last Friday afternoon. It’s the first time that the Lady Mustangs started the regular season with a victory. “It feels great to win our first game of the season for the first See MUSTANGS, Page 20 CHICOPEE - Twenty-five percent of the student-athletes named to the Fall 2013 New England Collegiate Conference (NECC) All-Academic Team are Elms College students. Fifty Elms student-athletes were selected from a total of 196 representing the 10 colleges in the NECC. To be eligible, a studentathlete must post a minimum grade point average of 3.40 (on a 4.0 scale) and must be a sophomore or higher. Student-athletes who competed in men’s and women’s cross country, men’s golf, field hockey, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s tennis and women’s volleyball were eligible to receive the honor. The Elms student-athletes on the Fall 2013 NECC All-Academic Team from Granby are: Rachel Lehouillier, junior nursing major, women’s cross country, 3.95 GPA; Victoria Cebula, senior nursing major, women’s soccer, 3.41 GPA; and Carmen Marino, sophomore communication sciences and disorders major, women’s soccer, 3.75 GPA. Turley Publications submitted photo by Elms College Victoria Cebula, fourth from left in the third row, and Rachel Lehouiller and Carmen Marino (not pictured) were each named to the Fall 2013 NECC All-Academic Team. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 PAGE 19 SPORTS BRINGING HOME A MEDAL Athlete of the Week ongratulations goes out to the girls lacrosse player. She scored nine goals and had an assist in a 20-19 loss to Westfield last week. C Emma Jopson SCHOOL: Belchertown To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week, contact Sports Editor Dave Forbes at 413-967-3505 ext. 106 or send an email to dforbes@turley. com. SPONSORED BY Turley Publications photo by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com HOLYOKE - The Belchertown boys volleyball team took home a bronze medal for their showing at the Volleyball Showcase Tournament that took place at Holyoke Community College and Holyoke High School on Saturday, April 5. JOIN NOW! ONLY $10. PER MONTH 40 Turkey Hill Road BELCHERTOWN (413) 323-1003 CHICOPEE • EAST GRANBY • HADLEY • PITTSFIELD NORTH ADAMS • SPRINGFIELD • W. SPRINGFIELD SPORTS CALENDAR Westfield State to hold field hockey spring clinics Belchertown’s Tyler Griffin (26) dives to the ground to save the ball. LEFT: Belchertown’s Kevin Reidy (10) uses a set shot to put the ball in a good spot for a teammate to hammer the ball over the net. ROUND-UP | from Page 18 and one in the sixth. Erin Reed-Coates led the offense with three hits and three RBIs. Erinne Dull added two hits and an RBI, as did MacKenzie Yelle. Tea Spellacy had a solo homer and Hodge had a hit and two RBIs. Margaret Dull pitched 4 2-3 innings, striking out four, while Karley Hodge went the remaining 3 1-3, fanning one. The Belchertown softball team dropped a 12-5 decision to Longmeadow on Friday, April 4. Longmeadow jumped out to a 5-0 lead after the first 1 ½ innings. Belchertown got on the board with one in the second, but Longmeadow added two in the third, three in the fourth and one in the fifth to go up 11-1. The Lady Orioles got one back in the bottom of the fifth and three more in the seventh to close out the scoring. Hannah Fink had three hits, two RBIs and a run scored for the Lady Orioles. Karley Hodge added two hits and two runs scored. MacKenzie Yelle had two hits and a run scored. Danielle Racicot had a hit, a run scored and an RBI. Erinne Dull also had a hit. GIRLS TENNIS The Belchertown girls tennis team pulled off a split of their two matches against West Springfield and Quaboag last week. Julia Tan and Angela Grabazs needed three sets to secure wins at first and second singles with a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 victory for Tan, and a 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 win for Grabzas. Jordyn Paul secured a 6-1, 6-3 victory at third singles. On the doubles side, M. Hamparian and K. Pietras needed three sets for a 4-6, 7-6, 6-3 win at first doubles, and B. McKelvey and B. O’Neill were 6-0, 6-0 winners at second doubles. In a 3-2 loss to Quaboag on Friday, April 4, Paul picked up a 6-3, 6-2 win at third singles, and Hamparian and Pietras picked up a 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 win at first doubles. BASEBALL Belchertown baseball got shutout by Hopkins, 4-0, in their only game of the week. Thomas Masella pitched a fine game for the Orioles as he went five innings, giving up run on three hits while striking out seven. Bryan Pertrak lasted an inning, allowing three runs on two hits. BOYS VOLLEYBALL The Belchertown boys were shut down by Chicopee Comp, 3-0. Dave Forbes is the sports editor for Turley Publications. He can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 413967-3505 ext. 106. WESTFIELD - The Westfield State University field hockey team is hosting a series of spring clinics on Sundays for youth in grades one through 12th at Alumni Field. The final date is Sunday, April 13 (12 to 3 p.m.). The clinics will focus on individual skills, effective passing, decision-making, small game tactics, important game strategies, and live game play. The cost per session is $40 (grades 7-12) and $25 (grades 1-6). Group rates are available. To register and for additional information contact Westfield State field hockey coach Jessica Bergen at 860-899-7677 or [email protected]. RAMS | from Page 18 Desautels a couple of weeks ago. “Everything just fell into place for me. I was approached by the Athletic Director and he asked me if I would be interested in coaching the girls’ lacrosse team this spring. I was very excited when they told me that I was hired for this position,” said Vita, who began playing lacrosse when she was in the third grade. “I began playing lacrosse because my older brother was playing the sport at that time and I just wanted to be like him.” Vita was a four-year varsity lacrosse player at Somers High School in Connecticut. She also was a member of the women’s lacrosse team at Springfield College for four years. “Playing lacrosse at Springfield College was a fantastic experience for me,” she said. “We won the NEWMAC Conference championship title my senior year. It was a great way to end my collegiate career.” Vita is currently working at Granby High School and at West Street School. She’s also an Adaptive Physical Education teacher in the towns of Northampton, South Hadley, and Ware. “Being in Adaptive Physical Education is something that I’ve always wanted to do,” Vita said. “I think physical activity is very important for all types of people regardless of their ability. It’s a great feeling when I see one of my students accomplish something that they didn’t think they could do.” Vita is hoping the members of the girls lacrosse team can keep improving their skills everyday as well. The only two sophomores are Emily Whitacre and Hailey O’Connor, who are both midfielders and they’re also returning players. They were named the team co-cap- Owls to hold football clinic WESTFIELD - The Westfield State University football program is hosting a clinic for players ages 13-18 on Aug. 6-8 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Alumni Field. The Westfield State coaching staff and current college players will provide instruction. The focus of the clinic will be on offensive and defensive fundamentals. The cost is $50 per day or $120 for all three days. There is a $10 daily discount for registering before May 23. Contact Westfield State assistant football coach Vijay Saxena at vsaxena@westfield. ma.edu or 413-572-5420 for additional information or questions. tains by Vita prior to the start of the regular season. “I named Emily and Hailey as our captains because they’ve been the leaders of the team since the first day of practice,” Vita said. “Both of them lead by example and they motive the other players on the team.” The other returning players are freshman Jesse Patruno, freshman Ariana Sheehan, freshman Natalie Champagne, eighth grader Isabelle Shepard, freshman Lindsay Nobes, and freshman Jenna Barthlow, who was the Lady Rams starting goalie in the season opener and she was credited with 10 saves against the Lady Mustangs. One of the Lady Rams new comers who performed very well against Monson was freshman Kate Sarnacki, who scored five of the Lady Rams six goals. “Kate was a little nervous before the game, but she played a great game,” Vita added. “She’s a very good athlete.” Sarnacki was also a member of the girls varsity basketball team this past winter. Granby’s other goal in the Pioneer League matchup was scored by Patruno during the first half. The other members of this year’s Lady Rams varsity lacrosse team are eighthgrader Rachel Netta, eighth-grader Hannah LaDuke, eighth-grader Morgan Davis, seventh-grader Katie Pitt, seventh-grader Lilli Demitropolis, seventh-grader Jill Ayers, seventh-grader Jasmine Rodrigues-Jones, seventh-grader Myra Fillion and seventhgrader Ariabel Evren. The Lady Rams assistant coach is Bridget Roy, who’s also a first-year coach. Tim Peterson is a sports correspondent for Turley Publications. He can be reached at [email protected]. PAGE 20 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 SENIORS Belchertown Senior Center bring at least two current pay stubs, and if you have medical expenses greater than $35 per month, please bring recent copies of your bills, co-pays etc. TRAVEL CLUB: The Belchertown Senior Travel Club is open from Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 323-0420 ext. 513 for more details. Aqua Turf Club - YAKOV “Happily Ever Laughter ” on Wednesday, April 30 - $90 Boston Duck Tours and No Name Restaurant on Tuesday, June 17 - $86 Gloucester House Lobster Bake and Rockport visit on Tuesday, July 22 - $79 PROGRAMS: Attention Wal-Mart shoppers Fridays, April 11 and 25 Have the senior center van pick you up from home to shop at Walmart or Big Y in Ware. Door to door service for $3 round trip! The April trip dates will be Friday, April 11 and 25. Please call Kim at 3230420 ext 508. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Friday, April 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts is working with the Belchertown Senior Center to help older residents stretch their budget and buy healthy food by applying for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - formerly known as the Food Stamp program). A SNAP Associate from The Food Bank will be at the Belchertown Senior Center during the Brown Bag on Friday, April 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for a prescreen, and if eligible, help with the sign up for SNAP. To help facilitate the process, please bring proof of identity: license or birth certificate, Social Security Number (SSN) and proof that you live in Massachusetts: either a driver’s license, or utility bill, or tax forms. If you collect a pension, please bring the statement, if you are working Decoupage Eggs Monday, April 14 at 10:30 a.m. Join Susan on Monday, April 14 and make some decoupage eggs to bring home. Bring a pair of scissors and get ready to have some fun! If you want to make a basket full of unique eggs just bring along some plastic eggs. The center will have enough supplies for each person to make three eggs and plenty of materials for you to complete more of your own. Call to sign up 323-0420 ext 501. Celebrate Easter Thursday, April 17 Join the Senior Center on April 17 for another wonderful dinner produced by the amazing nutrition staff. Reservations begin on April 1 to reserve your seat. There is a $4 donation for over 60. Health & Safety Fair Friday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fourth annual Health & Safety Fair is bound to be another fabulous event. There will be more than 60 vendors offering information on health, safety, products and several demonstrations. There will be programs by the local, State Police, fire and EMT departments. Belchertown Police K9 Falco and his trainer Officer Scott Brougham and Lt. Scott Waldron and K9 Drago from the Franklin County Sheriffs Office will be on hand show how well trained the dogs are. They will also explain their importance in the communities. This event will be held at Chestnut Hill Community School in the gym. Drug Take Back Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The National Prescription Drug TakeBack Day aims to provide a safe, conve- nient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Drop off all your prescription and over the counter medications on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will not accept sharps, needles or any liquid medication. Jimmy Mazz at the center Thursday, May 1 The Belchertown’s Cultural Council has sponsored a concert by Jimmy Mazz at the Senior Center. Stop down and get your free ticket to see the man himself on May 1 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be required due to space constraints and the limit of 120 people. Priority will be given to Belchertown seniors and then Belchertown residents. Granby Senior Center All activities take place at the Granby Senior Center, 10 West State Street (4673239) unless otherwise noted. The COA is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No membership is required to take part in the activities/events, anyone over 55 is welcome DAILY ACTIVITIES: Thursday, April 10: 9 a.m. Coffee Hour, 9 a.m. Foot Care by appointment, 11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic, 10 a.m. Osteo Exercise, 12 p.m. lunch: roast pork Friday, April 11: 9 a.m. Coffee Hour, 9 a.m. Cribbage, 12 p.m. lunch: spinach quiche, 1 p.m. Wii Bowling challenge Monday, April 14: 9 a.m. Coffee Hour, 10 a.m. Osteo Exercise, 12 p.m. lunch: spaghetti and meatballs Tuesday, April 15: 9 a.m. Coffee Hour, 9 a.m. Low Impact Aerobics, 11 a.m. Brown Bag pick up, 12 p.m. lunch: honey mustard chicken, 12:30 p.m. Quilting/needlework group Wednesday, April 16: 9 a.m. Coffee Hour, 9:15 a.m. COA board meeting at safety complex, 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi, 12 p.m. lunch: turkey dinner, 1 p.m. Fun Cards, 1 p.m. WMEC Ombudsman Presentation LUNCH: Lunch is served daily at 12 p.m. Reservations must be made by noon the day before. The suggested donation is $2.25, anyone over 60 is eligible. Call 467-3239 for reservations. Transportation is available. TRANSPORTATION: Available Monday through Friday for Granby residents for lunch, medical, activities and shopping. They travel to Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee and stops in between. Call the Senior Center at 413467-3239 to make reservations. SAVE THE DATE: Foot Care by Linda: Linda will be at the COA this month on April 13 and 27. Please call the Senior Center to make your appointment. April Movie: “Parental Guidance” Staring Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei - April 25 at 1 p.m. Movie and popcorn are always free! Amherst Senior Center DAILY ACTIVITIES: Friday, April 11: 9 a.m. to noon craft club, 9 a.m. to noon Cribbage games, 9:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Foot Care and ear irrigation with Sharon, 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Ballroom Dancing, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Function Well Exercise Class, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Gentle Fitness, 11:45 a.m. lunch, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Arthritis exercise, 1 to 3 p.m. Mexican Train Dominos, 1:30 p.m. Caregivers Speakers Bureau, 2 p.m. Musical Showcase Monday, April 14: 8:30 to 10 a.m. Osteoporosis Resistance Training, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Drawing Workshop, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Gentle Fitness, 11:45 a.m. lunch, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Arthritis Exercise, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Bridge, 1 to 3 p.m. Mexican Train Dominos, 1:30 p.m. The Changing Landscape of Care Management, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Senior Health Services, 3 to 4 p.m. Tai Chi, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Zumba Tuesday, April 15: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. See AMHERST SENIORS, Page 23 Yellow House Gift Certificates make great gifts! The HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTER FOR LEARNING 1479 NORTH MAIN STREET PALMER, MA 01069 • 413-289-6091 APRIL CLASSES Introduction to Gluten Free Living: Lunch – 4/10 Make Your Own Greeting Cards (using Microsoft Word) – begins 4/10 Intermediate Stained Glass Workshop – begins 4/10 Nutrition Consultant – begins 4/10 Multi-Wrap Leather Bracelet – 4/12 Teen Sewing – begins 4/12 How to Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft – 4/14 Baking Series – Gluten-Free baking – 4/14 Astronomy Series – Size and Age of the Universe – 4/14 Learning About the Internet – 4/15 or 4/16 Earth-Friendly Landscaping – 4/15 Intermediate Numerology – begins 4/15 Avoiding Probate – 4/15 THE YELLOW HOUSE FARMERS’ MARKET BEGINS MAY 17, 2014. IF INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR PLEASE CALL LISA AT 289-6091. TEA FOR TWO, SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014, PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE CALL THE YELLOW HOUSE. Call 413-289-6091 to register for classes Visit www.yellowhouseccl.com for full details of all classes MUSTANGS | from Page 18 time,” said Monson head coach Lauren Smith. “We did lose a couple of players to graduation, who were unbelievable athletes, but we do have some very good players on this year’s team. I thought Mikayla played very well today, but it was a total team effort.” A total of 10 Monson players scored at least one goal in the season opening victory. The Lady Mustangs starting goalie against Granby was sophomore Stephania Roberts. She was replaced by senior Lindsay Talbot with 11:27 left in the opening half. The duo combined to make a total of 11 saves in the contest. “We do have two very good goalies this year,” Smith added. “Lindsay was one of the top goalies in Western Mass last year. We decided to start Stephania in this game today, so she can get some experience.” While the Lady Mustangs, who qualified for the Western Massachusetts Division 1 tournament for the first time a year ago, do have some experience playing at the varsity level, it was the Lady Rams first varsity game. They competed as a junior varsity team last year and many of those players didn’t return. “I really don’t know what to expect from my team today because it was our first game of the season,” said Granby head coach Mackenzie Vita, who was named as the varsity coach a couple of weeks ago. “Regardless of the final score, I’m just so proud of the way my girls played in this game today against an experienced Monson team.” Five of the six Lady Rams goals were scored by freshman midfielder Kate Sarnacki, who’s a first-year member of the lacrosse team. “Kate was a little nervous before the game, but she played a great game,” Vita added. “She’s a very good athlete.” Sarnacki was also a member of the girls varsity basketball team this past winter. Granby freshman goalie Jenna Barthlow, who’s a second-year member of the team, was credited with 10 saves. Barthlow made a couple of saves during the first five minutes of the contest before Dahlen scored her first goal at the 20:03 mark. Sarnacki scored the Lady Rams first varsity goal on a bounce shot seven minutes later tying the score at 1-1. It was assisted by freshman Jesse Patruno. The Lady Mustangs retook the lead 10 seconds later following another goal by Dahlen. Monson’s next two goals were scored by freshman attacker Amanda Gardell and freshman midfielder Maddie Hutchinson. Both of them scored their first varsity goals. With 8:20 remaining in the opening half, Sarnacki netted another goal, which was assisted by sophomore midfielder Emily Whitacre. The Lady Rams wouldn’t get any closer than that as sophomore midfielder Haley Richard scored back-to-back goals before another goal by sophomore midfielder Kelsey Martin increased the Monson lead to 7-2 with 6:32 left in the first half. Granby’s final goal of the opening half was scored by Patruno. The Lady Mustangs held a 9-3 halftime lead following goals by senior attacker Stephanie Lefebvre and Dahlen. Sarnacki netted two more goals during the second half, but seven different players scored for Monson. The Lady Mustangs second half goal scorers were sophomore midfielder Meghan Leach, senior defender Rachel Smith, senior defender Haley Pacocha, Richard, Lefebvre, Martin and Dahlen. The two teams are scheduled to meet again at Granby on April 25. Tim Peterson is a sports correspondent for Turley Publications. He can be reached at [email protected]. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 CALENDAR POLICY: Our calendar section is intended to promote “free” events or ones that directly affect a volunteer-driven organization that benefits the community. The deadline to submit calendar items in the mail, by fax or emailed in Word document format is MONDAY BY NOON or sooner. The listings should be brief, with only time, date, location, brief activity explanation, and contact information. Please email all entries to [email protected]. ONGOING QUILTS NEEDED: The Belchertown United Church of Christ (BUCC) is having its third annual Quilt Show & Sale on May 8-10 and is looking for quilts to display in their show. To have a quilt displayed in the show or to sell on consignment, please contact Jane Crutchfield 283-4456, [email protected]. Thursday, April 10 SAVING MONEY: Money Smart Week®, a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances, will be observed with several of programs at the Jones Library during the week of April 5-12. On Thursday, April 10 at 10:30 a.m., there will be a children’s story hour with a special focus on money and saving. Friday, April 11 RED SHOE BALL: Friends of Children will hold its third annual Red Shoe Ball on Friday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at the Garden House in Look Memorial Park. The event is a benefit for Friends of Children, an organization that advocates for abused and neglected children, many of whom are in foster care. Saturday, April 12 CO-OP MEMBERSHIP: Amherst Community Co-op is holding its official membership drive kickoff event on Saturday, April 12. The event will be at the Immanuel Lutheran Church at 867 North Pleasant St. in Amherst, from 4 to 6 p.m. DASH & DINE: Dining Services at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is hosting its Fifth Annual 5K Dash & Dine for Relief/Walk & Run on Saturday, April 12 to promote healthy eating and fitness and to benefit the Amherst Survival Center. EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST:On Saturday, April 12 the Granby American Legion Unit #266 will host a Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. The event will be held at the American Legion, on Pleasant Street in Granby. Tickets are $5 per person and children under 5 eat free. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 11 a.m. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Granby Lions Club Spring Pancake Breakfast will be held on Saturday, April 12 from 7 to 11 a.m. in the Church of Christ Parish Hall in Granby Center. The menu consists of pancakes, sausage, orange juice, and coffee. The ticket price is $5.00 and can be purchased at the door. The proceeds from this breakfast will be going to support the Granby Lions Community Outreach requests. PAGE 21 Saturday, April 19 POWWOW: Native American music, dance and culture will be the focus of the annual Powwow on Saturday, April 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Curry Hicks Cage at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. EASTER EGG HUNT: The Belchertown Recreation Department is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 beginning at 11 a.m. at the grounds of the department. The hunt is meant for children age 10 and under. The cost is $4 per child. There will be goodies and balloons along with a basket full of eggs for each child. Arrive early, bring your own camera and take a picture with the Easter Bunny! The event is very popular and space is limited to 100 participants. Pre-register at the Recreation Department. WALK WHERE DINOS ROAMED: How were dinosaur footprints preserved in the rock? What can we learn from studying their tracks? Come check out these fabulous specimens of trace fossils from 200 million years ago! This guided program, on Saturday, April 19 from 10 to 11 a.m., is for families and suitable for ages 6 and up. It will be held at the Dinosaur Footprints, Route 5 in Holyoke. Rain or shine¸ severe weather cancels. Questions? Call 413-5846788. The event is free and co-sponsored by The Trustees of Reservations and the MA Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). Tuesday, April 15 LECTURE: A lecture titled “Inside the Science of Genetically Modified Plants (GMOs)” will be led by Prof. Elizabeth Vierling, distinguished professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst on Tuesday, April 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the town room, Amherst Town Hall, 4 Boltwood Ave. The event is free and open to the public. 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The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. NOTICE ERRORS: Each advertiser is requested to check their advertisement the first time it appears. This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. DEATH NOTICES Conkey, Sylvia J. (Pratt) Died March 29, 2014 Graveside service April 18, 2014 Mt. Hope Cemetery Foote, Eleanor Y. (Rimbold) Died April 1, 2014 Visitation April 7, 2014 Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home Ribeiro, Irene Klowan Died March 25, 2014 Burial in the spring Ryder Funeral Home Vassallo, Paul Died April 5, 2014 Funeral services April 14, 2014 Douglass Funeral Home Amherst Sylvia J. (Pratt) Conkey 1921-2014 BELCHERTOWN - Sylvia J. (Pratt) Conkey, 92, former longtime resident died peacefully Friday, March 29 at Baldwinville Nursing Home. Born in Belchertown, Nov. 28, 1921, she was the daughter of Theron V. and Celia B. (Blackmer) Pratt, she was a lifelong resident. She was a graduate of Belchertown High School and attended Northampton Commercial College. A longtime member of the United Methodist Church, she served as the church’s organist and choir director for 37 years. She worked at the former Belchertown State School for 22 years, retiring as administrative assistant in the personnel office. Her husband Edward B. “Bud” Conkey died in 2001. She will be deeply missed by her children, Edward W. of Athol, James P. of New Salem, John H and Virginia C. Ayers and David A. all of Belchertown along with 10 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Hazel Marshall and Merton Pratt. A graveside service will be Friday, April 18 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Hope Cemetery. To honor her wishes, donations may be made to the United Methodist Church Music Fund, 31 Main St., Belchertown, 01007. To sign online guest book, please visit www.beersandstory. com. Eleanor Y. (Rimbold) Foote 1942-2014 BELCHERTOWN - Eleanor Y. (Rimbold) Foote, of George H a n n u m Street died on April 1, 2014 at Baystate M e d i c a l Center. Born Oct. 4, 1942 in Holyoke, she was the daughter of Richard E. Rimbold, Sr. and Doris M. (Terault) Rimbold. Eleanor grew up in Belchertown and worked for many years at the Belchertown State School as a shift supervisor. Eleanor enjoyed ceramics, camping, and playing cards with her family and friends. In 1983, Eleanor was predeceased by her husband Larry Foote, Sr. and will be greatly missed by her children, Larry R. Foote, Jr. and Cindy L. Foote as well as Bruce A. Foote and his wife Sandy Foote all of Belchertown. She also leaves a brother, Bruce J. Rimbold, Sr. of Belchertown, daughter-in-law, Penny (Pascal) Foote, five grandchildren and one great grandchild along with extended family and friends. Besides her parents and husband, Eleanor was also predeceased by her son, Richard J. Foote and brother, Richard E. Rimbold Jr. Visitation was held Monday at the Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home. Friends and family gathered Tuesday at the funeral home and proceeded to St. Francis Church for a Funeral Mass. Burial followed in South Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, charity of choice. For details, please visit www.beersandstory.com. Irene Ribeiro Paul Vassallo 1920-2014 1956-2014 B E L C H E RT OW N – I r e n e Klowan Ribeiro, born on June 30, 1920, died on March 25, 2014 at the age of 93. She was the last of five children born to Wasil and Anna Klowan in Holyoke. She grew up on Park Street in Holyoke and on Sept. 24, 1938 married Adelino A. Ribeiro. There they raised their four boys, James, Michael, Richard and John, on South Summer Street until 1956 when they bought a house in Belchertown. It was there that their only daughter Judith was born, and they lived together until Leno passed away in 1987. Irene remained in Belchertown, in the same house, until her health began to fail her just a month ago. She remained active until the end, going for walks, going to Bingo with her friends, playing cards with her family members, and visiting with friends and family. She was much beloved by all those around her, who held her up as an example of living life to the fullest, up until the end. Irene leaves behind her four sons, James of Belchertown, Michael of Granby, Richard of Greenfield, John of Ascutney, VT, and daughter Judith Cohen of Springfield, 17 grandchildren, and 21 great-grandchildren. Also, Christine Barthelette, who was her visiting nurse helper and friend, her bingo partners Claire and Alice, her nieces Anne and Irene and their families, her neighbors who were always there for her, all of the Meals on Wheels, Senior Center, and St. Francis Church volunteers. Burying will be in the spring at a date to be determined. All arrangements by Ryder Funeral Home and will be private GRANBY - Paul Vassallo, 58, passed away peacefully on April 5 at Country Estates of Agawam. Born on Jan. 9, 1956 in Northampton he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Pento) Vassallo. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1974 – 1985. Paul was a skilled handyman and had a passion for repairing and restoring cars. He always enjoyed cooking for large crowds and was an avid fan of the Red Sox, Patriots and NASCAR. Paul is survived by his son Nicholas of Granby, two daughters, Jennifer and Amy of VA and his closest friend and beloved golden retriever, Jack. He also leaves six brothers and sisters, Joseph and his partner Janet of Hadley, Rosalie Mikalunas and her husband Robert of Amherst, Carol Orrell and her husband David of Shutesbury, John and his wife Trish of Hadley, Michael and his wife Kathy of Sunderland, Robert and his wife Lynda of Shutesbury as well as several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Paul was predeceased by his brothers Angelo and Richard. Funeral services will be on Monday, April 14, at 10 a.m. at the Douglass Funeral Home, Amherst. Burial with military honors will follow in Pelham Valley Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, April 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Douglass Funeral Service. Memorial donations in Paul’s name may be made to The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 106 Towerview Court, Cary, NC 27513-3595. Obituary and memorial register at www.douglassfuneral. com. Sympathy Floral Arrangements Cemetery Memorials ✦ Markers Granite Benches Religious Statuary ✦ Outdoor Display Custom & Traditional Designs Randalls Farm & Greenhouse 631 Center Street, Ludlow 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net MEMORIALS haluchsmemorials.com RAY HALUCH INC. 1014 Center St ❙ Ludlow, MA ❙ 583-6508 College NOTES NEW LISTING 317 GOLD STREET, BELCHERTOWN - $525,000 Contemporary elegance, casually designed. 4 Bedrooms, 4 1/2 Baths in this Custom designed beautiful home. First Floor Master Suite, Open Floor Plan and Outstanding Location. Bring the In-Laws, the Au Pair or enjoy your own Studio. Private living quarters with all the features of your own space. Delightful screened garden gazebo. Elmira College Ithaca College ELMIRA, NY - Ryan Limero, of Belchertown, currently studying Childhood Education and Sociology and Anthropology at Elmira College was named to the dean’s list or academic achievement for the fall 2013 term. I T H AC A , N Y - A l i s o n Cherrington, a Pelham, native and performance and music education major in the School of Music at Ithaca College, was recently inducted into the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Becker College Westfield State University WORCESTER - The following students were named to the Becker College dean’s list for fall 2013: Matthew Abood of Belchertown and Briana Gosselin of Belchertown. The strength of TEAMWORK...the reputation for RESULTS THE POISSANT & NEVEU REAL ESTATE TEAM 413-813-4479 “Selling Belchertown And Beyond” More College Notes on Page 7 WESTFIELD - The following local residents recently were initiated at Westfield State University into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Jeremy Burns of Belchertown, Gregory Gay of Belchertown and Justin Fernandes of Granby. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 AMHERST SENIORS | from Page 20 Function Well Exercise Class, 9 to 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Morning Yoga, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Line Dancing, 11:45 a.m. lunch, 12:30 p.m. Chinese Mahjongg, 1 to 2 p.m. Folk Dancing, 1 to 3 p.m. Cosmology, 1 to 3 p.m. Scrabble, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Osteoporosis Resistance Training Wednesday, April 16: 8:30 to 10 a.m. Osteoporosis Resistance Training, 9:30 a.m. Free Bread Program, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Morning Yoga, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Gentle Fitness, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Level 1 Yoga, 11:45 a.m. lunch, 12 to 4 p.m. Bridge, 12:30 p.m. Boxes of Food, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Arthritis Exercise, 1 to 3 p.m. Hearing Care Services, 2 to 4 p.m. New Options Thursday, April 17: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Function Well Exercise Class, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Acupuncture, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Morning Yoga, 11 a.m. Name That Tune!, 11:45 a.m. lunch, 12:30 to 2 p.m. AARP Finances 50+, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Memoir Writing, 1 to 4 p.m. Chess Games, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Senior Health Services, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Osteoporosis Resistance Training Friday, April 18: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Craft Club, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cribbage Games, 9:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Foot Care and Ear Irrigation with Sharon, 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Ballroom Dancing, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Function Well Exercise Class, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Gentle Fitness, 11:34 a.m. lunch, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Arthritis Exercise, 1 to 3 p.m. Mexican Train Dominos, 1 to 3 p.m. Attorney Ed Smith Legal Clinic Your Hometown Home Center 1884-2004 PAGE 23 LEGALS OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS TOWN OF BELCHERTOWN Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of the General Laws that Antonio’s Pizza of Belchertown, Inc. d/b/a/ Antonio’s Pizza By The Slice, Walter G. Pacheco – Manager, has applied for a Section 12 Restaurant License for the sale of All Alcoholic Beverages at 31 Federal Street, Belchertown, Massachusetts. A public hearing specific to the above referenced application will be held on Monday, April 14, 2014, at 7:35 p.m. in the Selectmen’s 5 Convenient Locations: • Brattleboro, VT • Amherst, MA • Barre, MA • Deerfield, MA • Greenfield, MA Visit us at www.leaderhome.com Meeting Room on the first floor of Lawrence Memorial Hall, 2 Jabish Street, Belchertown, Massachusetts. BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS William R. Barnett, Chairman Brenda Q. Aldrich Ronald E. Aponte Kenneth E. Elstein George D. Archible 4/3,4/10/14 Notice of Planning Board Hearing Legal Notice Relative to Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendments Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 40A, § 5. The Planning Board of the Town of Belchertown, MA, will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the town's zoning by-law. The public hearing will be held as follows: Place: Lawrence Memorial Hall, 2 Jabish St., Belchertown, MA Date: April 22, 2014 Time: 7:30 PM The subject matter of the proposed amendments is indicated below: To replace the existing Article XIV, Business and Technology Park with a new Article XIV, Business Neighborhood Center. Anyone interested and wishing to be heard should appear at the time and place designated. Text relative to the proposed amendments are avail- able for inspection during regular business hours at the Town Clerk’s office and the Planning Office. Christopher Laurenzo Chairman, Planning Board 4/3,4/10/14 Please check the accuracy of your legal notice prior to submission (i.e., date, time, spelling). Also, be sure the requested publication date coincides with the purpose of the notice, or as the law demands. Thank you. The Belchertown Kidz Club 2014 SUMMER CAMP 10 DIFFERENTLY THEMED WEEKS Swimming • Sports • Cooking Science • Art • Music & More! 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JAVIER STUART LORI FISHER APRIL ADAMS COURTNEY SHAW MERRIE BROWN KAYE BOOTHMAN VALARIE WILLIAMS JILL GRAVEL 413-627-2700 617-620-0027 413-495-2276 413-289-4450 413-668-8190 413-477-6624 413-658-5471 413-364-7353 We are a high technology wire and cable company specializing in the use of superior insulation systems for the aerospace, automotive and consumer electronics industries. MACHINE OPERATORS & EXTRUDER OPERATORS 2ND & 3RD SHIFTS We are currently hiring 2nd and 3rd shift Machine Operators and Extruder Operators in our Turners Falls facility. Successful candidates will be highly motivated, flexible, have strong mechanical skills and a solid work history. Must be available to work overtime and/or weekends. Positions are direct and temp-to-hire, based on experience, require a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Manufacturing experience preferred. Employment contingent upon successful background and drug screening. We offer highly competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package and a safe, pleasant work environment. Please send resume to: Human Resources, Judd Wire 124 Turnpike Road, Turners Falls, MA 01376, Fax: 413-863-9524; Email: [email protected] EOE TOOMEY-LOVETT 109 West St. Ware, MA 01082 413-967-6326 800-486-2121 West Brookfield: 508-867-7064 OUR INVENTORY HAS DWINDLED LIST NOW AND BEAT THE SPRING MARKET PROPER PRICING EQUALS FAST SALES WARE: OPEN HOUSE Sun 4/13 1-2, 6 Bellevue Ave, Ext. Colonial home with new kitchen and other recent updates, near Grenville Park. Nice home for just starting out. $134,000 NEW - STURBRIDGE: Two bedroom Ranch on dead end street, sunroom, private back yard, handy to pike. Affordable for Sturbridge. $179,900 WARE: Cheaper than rent, two bedroom home near downtown, very affordable at $59,000 WALES: Two bedroom, two bath oversized home in adult park. Minutes to Rt 84 and CT border. Fireplace and pellet stove, large yard, deck. Must see. $40,000 REMEMBER The Deadline to Submit Classified Advertising is Friday at Noon Contact 413-237-7893 GROW YOUR CAREER WITH A LEADER Real Estate www.Century21ToomeyLovett.com Evenings call: Seeking experienced motivated & talented stylists to join our artistic team. Must be reliable and have great customer service skills. If you’re looking for a change and are dedicated to your profession. AA/EOE WWW.JUDDWIRE.COM PERSON TO DISPENSE medication to older gentleman $15/ hr. Call (413)283-6400. Hairstylist Wanted Please call for more information and an interview...Jen Coppolino (508) 340-3425 jenc@associatedhomecare. com or Mike Doane [email protected] www.associatedhomecare.com HHA’S, CNA’S, PCA’S needed. Highest competitive rates for Home Care Agency, also paid mileage. Professional Medical Services, Inc. (413)289-9018 Ask for Denise EOE ESTABLISHED PAUL MITCHELL Focus Salon with immediate employment opportunity. P/T Cosmetologist. Dependability a must. Call Jennifer (978)355-4467 to arrange a confidential interview. If interested please contact Family Lives at (508) 475-0493 Real Estate FULLER BRUSH COMPANY Sales Distributors Needed. Looking for people who could use extra money servicing people in your area. No Investment. Call 1800-683-2002 Email: [email protected] e Sal For Home Care RN’s or LPN’s to care for a beautiful 8 month old in East Brookfield with tracheostomy, ventilator dependence & GT. Evenings, nights and weekend shifts available, flexible hours. Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 Home Care Aide Ware, MA Call us for an accurate FREE market analysis. 413-967-6326/800-486-2121 Dorrinda O’Keefe-Shea Glenn Moulton Ruth Vadnais Jill Stolgitis Shalene Friedhaber Mary Hicks Alan Varnum Christy Toppin Cheryl Kaczmarski Bruce Martin Joe Chenevert Kathy Hosley 978-434-1990 413-967-5463 413-348-8916 413-477-8780 413-593-6656 508-612-4794 508-867-2727 508-341-8934 413-348-0518 508-523-0114 508-331-9031 508-596-0209 Mobile Homes CHICOPEE LARGE CORNER lot, 2 bedrooms, new heat, H2O, fenced yard, carport, deck, enclosed porch, fully applianced, shingles, vinyl $42,900. (413)5939961 DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM For Rent Assisting patients in the home, you will maintain a safe healthy environment by completing assigned tasks on the home care aide plan of care. Part time, 20 hours a week, flexible shifts Every 7th weekend rotation Requirements: • High school graduate or equivalent, • Completed Certified Home Health Aide training program and CPR Certified. • Must have your own vehicle with insurance and a valid driver’s license in good standing. To apply, visit baystatehealthjobs.com and search for position #65446, or contact Jan Blais at 413-794-7605. Please include a resume with online application. ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. APT. FOR RENT in Ware. 3 room, stove, refrigerator, wall to wall, heat and hot water included $650/ Month (413)967-6161. Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BELCHERTOWN HOUSE 38. LARGE 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath newer large Colonial. 2 car garage, deck, yard, W/D hookups. Pets nego. $1,750+ Denison Corp. (413)549-7100. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 Buzzin’ from Town to Town PAGE 27 Classifieds Turley Publications’ Community Marketplace ✦ www.turley.com ✦ Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 For Rent For Rent For Rent For Rent Storage RV’s BELCHERTOWN STUDIO- ONE bedroom $595- $695 A/C, WW carpet, laundry, h/w included. In center of town. 413-323-1118. MONSON- LOVELY 1 bedroom apartment in renovated building. Modern kitchen, bathroom & appliances. Hardwood floors, porch, washer/dryer service, offstreet parking, trash removal. NO pets/ smoking, FLS required. $550/ month. Call (413)267-3577. WARE- 2 BR $700 plus utilities, Hardwood floors, new kitchen, w/d hook-up, storage. No smoking/ pets. Credit check, references. Call for details (413)320-5784 WILBRAHAM COLONIAL 8 room, 3+ bedroom, newly remodeled on 1 acre. Private backyard. $1400/mo plus utilities. (413)427-4130 SECURE STORAGE, WARREN, Mass. Units available. Many sizes. Call (508)320-2327 for more info. 2003 NATIONAL TROP’I’CAL Motorhome- $69,900 (Wales, MA) Model 370T 37 foot diesel pusher 60,000 miles. Triple slide, rear queen bed w/ nightstand, wardrobe, TV, overhead cabinets, lav., angle shower, pantry, refrigerator, 3 burner range, double kitchen sink, washer/dryer combo, booth dinette w/ storage below seats, TV above cab & more. Very clean and ready to go. (413)245-1222 BROOKFIELD/ W. BROOKFIELD Apt, electric heat, hw not included. Laundry facilities, trash pick-up, on site mail pick-up & delivery, $600$750/ mo. 1st/ last required. Pets nego. Smoke free facility (508)867-7555 FOR RENT All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status (number of children and or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain about discrimination call The Department of Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. GILBERTVILLE 2 BR apt., 1.5 baths, appliances, W/W, deck, nice yard. No smoking, No Pets. $670/ mo (413)477-6030. GILBERTVILLE, 307 UPPER Church St., 2nd floor, 2 bedroom apt. No Pets $600/ mo (413)4776402. HAP SUBSIDIZED 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom apartments available for rent. Please call 1-413-967-3453 PALMER 3 BR, fridge, stove, laundry hook-ups, driveway parking, deposits, credit check, attic/ cellar storage. Cat OK $875 (413)525-5309, (413)289-1405. PALMER ONE BEDROOM $750, heat and electirc included. 1st. fl. No pets. Available 5/1 (413)2625245. PALMER THREE RIVERS. Country Manor apartments, 1 bdrm $630, 2 bdrm, $730 month. All units renov. w/disposal, dishwashers, microwave, elec. range, carpets. Parking, fishing and playground. Cats okay. Call (413)283-9472. WARE - 3 BR Apt. Off Street Parking. 750.00/mo. First, Last & Security. Breton Realty 413-2836940 WARE 1 BEDROOM apt. available starting at $500 (413)967-3976. WARE- 1 BR- off-street parking. Call (413)436-5600. WARE. LARGE 1 bedroom. Well maintained, clean, quiet, safe, convenient location. 250 South. W&D hookup, storage cubicle included. Great credit, 1st & last $700 plus utilities. Tel: 413-4776932 WARREN A MODERN Studio/ $495 with new kitchen, carpet and appliances. Free hot water. Beautiful rural setting with a mountain view. Located on 67. Please call (413)323-1118. WARREN- 1 and 2 bedroom, off street parking. Call (413)4365600. Commercial Rentals WARE- MAIN STREET office space for rent. Approximately 900 sq.ft. High visability. Plenty of offstreet parking. Propane heat. Great for Lawyer, etc. $600/ month (413)967-7772 Vacation Rentals WARM WEATHER IS year round in Aruba. The water is safe, and the dining is fantastic. Walk out to the beach. 3-bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email: [email protected] for more information. Auto Parts USED AUTO PARTS, 91-day guarantee. Large inventory, engines, transmissions, radiators, tires, glass. Excellent service, junk car removal. Amherst-Oakham Auto Recycling Coldbrook Road, Oakham. 1-800-992-0441. Autos Wanted $$$ AUTOS WANTED TOP Dollar paid for your unwanted cars, trucks, vans, big and small, running or not. Call 413-534-5400. CASH FOR CARS: Any model or year. We pay Running or not. Sell your truck today. Free towing! offer: 1-800-871-0654. make, more! car or Instant We’re apples to oranges WARE 2 BR apt. upstairs & down, includes appliances, w/d hook-up. No smoking, no pets. References, credit check $750. F/L/S (413)9673642. WARE 3 BEDROOM apt. Open floor plan on 1st fl. Off-street parking, electric/ propane heat. Water, sewer & trash removal included. No pets. $650/ month. First & security (413)967-7772. WARE 4 BEDROOM townhouse style. Good area, off-street parking, water & sewer included. Propane heat. No pets. $1,000 per month. First & Security (413)9677772 Visit www.turley.com and click on “newspapers” to learn why. HIGHLAND VILLAGE APARTMENTS Applications now being accepted for one, two and three bedroom apartments •Spacious Townhouses with ample closets •Updated Kitchens •Private Patios •Playground •Community Room •Laundry Facilities •Cats Welcome You’ll find it in the Turley For information call 413-967-3822. EHO 27 Boulder Drive, Ware, MA HILLSIDE VILLAGE APARTMENTS Applications now being accepted for one, two and three bedroom apartments Open M-W-F 9-5 Thursday until 7 Saturday 10-3 •Heat and hot water included •Recently Constructed •Ample Closets •Fully Applianced •Community Room •Laundry Facilities •Cats Welcome •Extra Storage •24 Hour Maintainance Three zones and a whole lot of coverage area! Section 8 Certificates Welcome For Information call (413)967-7755 EHO 17 Convent Hill, Ware, MA MONSON FARMHOUSE APT. one bedroom includes electric, cable, Wi-Fi, hot water, no smoking/ pets. $700/mo F/L/S Kevin (413)893-9165. www.turley.com Agawam Advertiser News • Barre Gazette • Country Journal Chicopee Register • The Journal Register The Ludlow Register • Quaboag Current • The Sentinel Shopping Guide • Southwick Suffield News • The Holyoke Sun Wilbraham-Hampden Times • The Town Common Town Reminder • Ware River News Visit our web site to place your ad with the click of your mouse! PAGE 28 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 be purchased in advance and are available online at http://give.acco.org/unoriley or through the organization’s website, www. Children’s Hospital and the children’s inpaunoriley.weebly.com. tient floor of Baystate Children’s Hospital The portable gaming systems include in Springfield. dozens of video games for “Riley wanted to raise hospital patients to choose money to buy the game from, as well as the capasystems for children’s hosbility to play DVD’s. Each pitals,” Roman said. “He unit costs about $5,000, and always loved to help people, Roman wants to eventually and giving back to children reach her son’s goal of getwho were sick was really ting a unit in each room of important to him.” the neuro-oncology floor of E i g h t - y e a r- o l d R i l ey Boston Children’s Hospital. Roman, who died of compli“It’s so important to have cations from a brain tumor, resources to help the kids deal was always an avid fan of Riley Roman with being hospitalized for Uno games, relishing Uno long periods of time,” Roman “party nights” with his famsaid. “It’s a lot easier for them ily that included decorations, food, and to get through their treatments when they plenty of fun games. Knowing how much get that sense of normalcy from a video her son loved Uno, Roman decided to comgame. It’s also huge for the families, who bine two of his passions in one event. often have to uproot their entire lives and “I thought it would be a good idea to use leave their homes when their children get one of his favorite games as a way to help sick.” fulfill his goal of raising money for the In addition to Riley Roman’s desire to game systems,” she said. raise money to help the many children he People of all ages are invited to attend met while admitted to the hospital, he was the event and compete in an Uno touralso very active in tornado relief efforts nament for their chance to win an award a year before he became ill. His mother ribbon or medal. First place winners of selected May as the appropriate time to individual games will move on to play host the Uno tournament because May is for hardware, with one person eventually brain tumor awareness month. earning the crown of Uno champion. In Roman wished to thank the many coraddition, the event will include a raffle, porate sponsors that have stepped up to pizza, non-alcoholic beverages, and dessupport the tournament, including Freedom sert treats. Tickets will be sold in pairs for Credit Union and Uno Chicago Grill. For a donation price of $50; each ticket pack more information about the event, or if you includes one seat in the Uno tournament prefer to mail in your ticket registration, and a free guest pass (the free guest will send an email to [email protected]. The not compete in the tournament but is welWe Love Riley Fan Club operates under come to play Uno at one of the non-coma shared 501(c)3 nonprofit status with the petitive tables). Tickets to the event must American Childhood Cancer Organization. RILEY | from Page 1 Little Friends Child Care Center 58 Daniel Shays Hwy. (Rt. 202 No.) Belchertown Caring for Children 12mos. - Grade 3 Full day, before and after school programs and a morning preschool program offered Lic. # 809640 We Have Openings 413-323-8447 www.LittleFriends39.com WHAT: WHEN: WHERE: WHY: Uno Tournament Saturday, May 3, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Elks Lodge in Holyoke Proceeds will be used to purchase portable video game systems for children on the neurooncology inpatient floor of Boston Children’s Hospital and the children’s inpatient floor of Baystate Children’s Hospital Turley Publications photo courtesy of Uno Rules in Springfield. Coach needed B E L C H E RTOW N - Belchertown Granby Eagles are looking for a volunteer cheerleading coach for the upcoming football season. Must have flexible schedule and love kids. Cheerleading knowledge is a plus! If interested please email the Eagles at [email protected]. Newspaper Rates Provide the Most Bang for your Bucks! 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