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Thursday, March 11, 2010
6:30 p.m. Planning Board, Town Hall, 3rd Floor, Yaitanes Room ( Presentation of all Town Meeting Warrant Articles including proposed Wireless Communication Facilities Bylaw.) (Info)
6:30 p.m. Finance Committee Subcommittee on Adminstration, Town Hall, 1st Floor,
Clerk's Office
7:15 p.m. Finance Committee budget hearings, Town Hall, 3rd Floor, Great Hall
MICHAEL MOORE’S CAPITALISM
March 11, 2010
7:30 p.m. FREE
The Free Market of Ideas of the
All interested persons are welcome. Admission is free.
OMS Soccer Club Playoffs and Finals on March 12th
3-4:30 p.m. at the OMS Gym.
I encourage you all to come and watch your students, past students, and future Stoughton High School athletes on Friday March 12th. This is the first season of the OMS Soccer Club and it has been a great experience for both the boys and girls in grades 6-8. They have been able to learn what it means to be a part of a team and more importantly, they have be able to prepare themselves for what is means to participate in a sport at the high school level. They have worked hard on the fundamentals and team tactics of soccer. Both the boys and girls have one practice a week with games on Fridays. They have learned to dressed up for game days and to understand the true meaning of sportsmanship. You can view the roster, schedule and stats on the website posted in the signature of this article.Thanks and see you on Friday March 12th from 3-4:30 p.m.
Fundraiser for Salvadore
Marcolino Salvador was a custodian at the South School for many years.
He is dying from cancer.
There is a fundraiser on March 13th at Club Luis de Camoes on Porter
St. at 6::30 p.m.
Tickets are @20.00 for adults, $10.00 for children 6-12
There will be a buffet dinner and a DJ.
For information, contact Dr. David Fisher (david.fisher001@comcast.net) or Tony Leal at Stoughton Town Hall
1987 Stoughton High Grads Michelle Doherty and Sheila Campbell are planning a Field Hockey Reunion on March 13th, for former players. Come back and share memories of your Black Knights and coach Dan Mark. It's all happening at The Last Shot, Rt. 138 in Stoughton. The fun starts at 7 p.m. No admission charge. Share some food and drinks with old friends!
FUN TIME FOR THE KIDS!!!
DEBBIE AND FRIENDS
March 14 @ 3 p.m.
Join Debbie and her band for “Story Songs and Sing Alongs” at Ahavath Torah Congregation, 1179 Central St., Stoughton, MA on Sunday, March 14 at 3:00 PM. Get ready for some sing-along, dance-along, laugh-along family fun in this rockin’ musical journey through classic kids’ tales and original songs! Tickets are $6 in advance, $8 at the door, children under 2 free. In addition to the great music, there will be pizza, popcorn, raffles, and prizes.
Debbie and Friends concerts are fun for the whole family. Parents and kids join in this interactive “variety show,” which includes a diverse array of styles including rock, pop, country, reggae, and Broadway-esque tunes. You’ll become the Big Bad Wolf and blow the house down, fix Rosie's wrong rhymes, test your skills with the Simon Says Song, and share a special moment with your loved ones singing "Love Is a Family."
Attention Teens!
2010 Stoughton Police Explorers Academy
It’s time, once again, for the ninth annual Stoughton Police Explorers Academy. Come and learn crucial life skills that will serve you well into adulthood.
The Police Explorers academy is a demanding ten week course that covers the following:
- Physical Fitness
- Police Customs and Courtesies
- CPR Certification
- Self Defense
- Criminal, Constitutional, Motor Vehicle Law
- Drug Awareness
- The Court System
- K-9 Demonstrations
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Much More!
Orientation and sign ups for the 2010 Explorers Academy will be on March 16th at 5:30 p.m. At the Stoughton Police Station.
The Academy is for motivated teens (with a cut off age of 20) and will take place Wednesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. starting on March 24th . Graduates will be eligible for the department ride-along program during the summer months. The program is geared toward young people with an interest in policing, medical, fire service, military service, or a desire to serve your community.
Come Join Us! It will be the path to a stronger you! Any questions about these and other police programs, including citizen academies and neighborhood watches, can be directed to Executive Officer Robert Devine, director of the Stoughton Police Community Policing Unit, at 781-344-2424 or by e-mailing us at cpoffice@stoughton-ma.gov.
FREE HENNA TATTOOS
Saturday, March 20, 2010
@ Noon
Henna Tatoos: Learn, design, create, traditional Indian temporary tattoo
designs popular for special ceremonies such as weddings. Presented
by Mandy Roberge. Wales French Room at Stoughton Public Library
Reservations Required!
Great news! The South Shore Habitat for Humanity's Stoughton LPC is planning a dedication ceremony for their family partner Karen Struck and her two boys
on the site of their new home at 219 Lakewood Drive
on Saturday, March 20, 2010
from 10-12noon.
South Shore Habitat for Humanity
Norfolk County Registrar of Deeds William P. O’Donnell
Stoughton Office Hours
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Fitzpatrick Conference Room
Town Hall
10 Pearl Street
The Register and members of his staff will be available to help answer questions or concerns about any Registry of Deeds matter. Information will be available concerning the Massachusetts Homestead Act. An internet ready computer terminal will be on hand to print a Registry recorded deed, confirm the status of a mortgage discharge or check on any other filing.
No appointment is needed.
Call the Registry for further information at 781-461-6104/6157
or visit the Registry’s website on the internet at www.norfolkdeeds.org
The Stoughton Community Events Committee
presents
The 3 rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11:00am sharp!
Cedar Hill Golf Course
1137 Park Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
DO NOT bring your own Easter Basket... we will provide each child with a bag. Get yourself a FREE picture with the Easter Bunny
provided once again by our good friends at Wallgreen’s! This event will be free, but light refreshments will be available for a small charge.
This event will be open to the families of
STOUGHTON RESIDENTS ONLY
(proof of residency will be required)
***THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER***
www.stoughtoncommunityevents.org
DAWE SCHOOL PTO FAIR
Saturday, March 27, 2010
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This Annual Event, at the Dawe Elementary School, 131 Pine Street, is put together by a team of over 130 volunteers, working tirelessly to make an amazing day for all! Come enjoy games, raffles, food, karaoke, a cake walk, outdoor moon walk, and much, much more. Fun for all. For more information, email Carolyn Curtis-Mahoney at cicurtis@msn.com.
INDIAN CRAFTS AND COOKING
Thursday, April 8, 2009
7 p.m.
Crafts Presentation and Indian Cooking by Aruna Rabari.
Enjoy the many hand made items and food of India.
Wales French Room @ Stoughton Public Library
Reservations Required!
Fundraiser for People of Madeira Island
April 10, 2010 @ PNC
Cid Correia of the Portuguese National Club is organizing a fundraiser there for APRIL 10, to aide people on the Island that were affected by the catastrophic mudslides and heavy rains of February 20, that resulted in 42 deaths, 600 lost homes, and losses of 1.3 Billion Euros. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. with dinner (Madeiran traditional foods, bbq meat, marinated fresh tuna, fried corn meal, and flat bread.) The night will include raffles, auctions and entertainment. Tickets are only $25. Tickets can be purchased at the PNC. Donations, contributions, and gifts are welcome and accepted. Please call 781-344-9891 for more information.
A TRIP TO BOSTON---FOR DELICIOUS INDIAN FOOD & CULTURE!
Wednesday, April 28, 2009
3 p.m.
Bus trip to Boston for Dinner at Quality India Restaurant in Kenmore Square
and guided tour of Indian Collection at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
$25 includes bus, dinner and guided tour MFA with Miriam Johnson and Harvey Levensohn.
Pick up at X&O Restaurant (Albert’s Plaza), 217 Washington St. at 3:00 p.m.; return at 8:00 pm.
Part of the Stoughton Reads Together program at Stoughton Public Library. Reservations required!
MAY 7, 2010
BATTLE OF THE BANDS: Are you ready to rock?! Join the the South Shore Habitat for Humanity Stoughton Local Partnership Committee as they host a Battle of the Bands on Friday May 7th, 2010 at the Stoughton High School Auditorium! The event, called Stoughton Rocks for Habitat for Humanity, is open to all middle and high school students from any school. Band 24 South will be rocking as they showcase their music as the house band for this event!
Grand prize includes: 4 hours of recording time at Stoughton's own Solstice Studios, owned by Ed Basile. Also, professional engineering of 1 song at Solstice Studios for the winning band by Rich Spillberg, member of Stoughton High School Class of 1984 and former member of band, WARGASM!
Interested in participating in the Battle of the Bands?! Applications will be posted at Stoughton High and surrounding schools or contact Shawn Croke or call Shawn at 781-341-0818. All bands must submit a demo CD, which will then be judged by a panel of judges who will select the 5 bands that will play live at the event!
This will be a great night of music for a great cause. The South Shore Habitat for Humanity house is almost complete, help raise money to get the family living in it this Spring!
Stoughton Life Teen Golf Tournament
MONDAY - MAY 10, 2010
Brookmeadow Country Club
Canton , MA
- Cost is $100 per golfer
- Registration begins at 7:00 am, you will be given a bucket of balls to use at their driving range
- Shotgun/”best ball” format starts at 8:00 am
- Hole contests during the tournament
- Continental Breakfast upon check-in
- Buffet lunch following the tournament at the Brookmeadow Clubhouse
- 50/50 & prize raffles
- Goodie bags
Please contact Phil D’Alessandro, Fundraising Coordinator--- 781/344-8832 or philanddebd@stoughtonlifeteen.com
STARS Community Theatre
Presents
Friday, May 14, 2010 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 1pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 3pm
United Church of Christ
1541 Washington Street
Canton , MA . 02021
www.starscommunitytheatre.wordpress.com Tickets. $15 adults / $10 students & seniors
Info: stoughtonstars@yahoo.com
PG-13 * Some content may not be suitable for younger attendee’s
THIRD ANNUAL BLACK KNIGHT
GRIDIRON CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 24, 2010
Starting @ 8 a.m.
Easton Country Club
for information, contact Stoughton High Football Coach Greg Burke (gregoryburke@verizon.net)
Stoughton's Got Diverse Talent!
Talent Show
POSTPONED
at the
Old Colony YMCA - Striar Campus
445 Central Street, Stoughton.
Hosted by Joe "Kidd" Fernandes
For more information please contact
Karon S. Catrone
781-727-7502 or Karon's e-mail
(Robert Germain photo)
Watch this Important Segment On Blip.TV: Maybe you can save a life!
http://www.blip.tv/file/2346751/
SORRY, YOU MISSED:
VOLUNTEERS HONORED AT TOWN HALL
In a first for this town, the Board of Selectmen held an Appreciation Party to celebrate volunteerism in Stoughton. Everyone from town meeting members to committee and subcommittee members were invited Monday night (12/21) for some food and liquid refreshments. Representatives of seniors groups, sports organizations, and numerous boards came. Close to 200 people were there, and were treated to meatballs, chicken parm, and an assortment of great hors d’ oeuvres, incredible desserts, beer and wine. Selectman Chairman Steve Anastos told the crowd, “I want the people of this town to see the glass as half full. I hope that people take a positive feeling about Stoughton from this event.” There were too many well known faces to event list one. Selectmen all attended. And, from what I could hear, the word of mouth was all positive. As one volunteer said, beer glass raised high, “I hope they do this again.” So do I. No taxpayer dollars were spent on the party. Everything was donated!
Leo Fay, Billy McNamara and Mark
Steve Anastos with Don Interrante (photos by Candice Fisher)
Partying at Town Hall
Selectman Steve Anastos, and Cable hosts Dick Murphy and Mark Snyder.
Mark holds his "rocking chair", handed to him by Gerry Capozzoli.
Selectman John Anzivino, Dr. Roberta Camacho, Stankiewicz and Capozzoli.
Former selectmen Ed Finn and Ed DeFelice surround current Vice Chairman John Anzivino.
Partygoers (l to r) Mark Snyder, Bill Klein, Mark Stankiewicz, Dick Murphy, Warren West, and Bob Mullen. (In background, Phil Yaitanes and Dr. Erdem Ural.)
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FRIENDS FOR SENIORS GOLF TOURNAMENT BIG SUCCESS
Seated left to right: Vice President John J. O’Meara & Bob Mullen
Standing left to right: Treasurer Carol Weineck, Dave Sheehan & Alice Araujo
Stoughton Senior Center hosted an Ice Cream Social August 20th. Stoughton Police Detective Tony Bickerton and Stoughton Deputy Fire Chief Mark Doloff handle the whipped cream. (Photo by Hank Herbowy)
T.G.I. FRIDAY'S IN STOUGHTON RAISED $1800 for the Make A Wish Foundation
with A BEST BARTENDER CONTEST
featuring Stoughton's Mike Klipp (watch the video clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72TQRMEnOog&feature=channel_page)
and the WINNER IS......
Stoughton's Rachel Wilson!
11th Annual Concerts In The Park Series
Insufficient Funds rocked the house on August 2. (Hank Herbowy photo)
Crowd listens to Insufficient Funds on August 2 (Bob Mullen photo)
Charlie Large listens to Magical Mystery 4 on August 16. Concert raised funds to support the Gazebo at Faxon Veteran's Memorial Park named after Large.
Crowd takes in Magical Mystery 4, a Beatles tribute band., featuring Charlie's son-in-law in the John Lennon role.
Magical Mystery 4 Performs at Charles Large Gazebo on August 16. (All four photos by Hank Herbowy)
David Steinberg (r) donated to Paul Flynn for the Charles Large Gazebo fund.
Did you miss
FOX 25 MORNING SHOW?
Weather Gal Cindy Fitzgibbons with Deputy Fire Chief Mark Doloff
Doug "V.B" Goudie talks history with Stoughton Historical Society members, including president Dwight Mackerron
Big Crowds turned up at Faxon Veteran's Memorial Park to watch the Fox TV Broadcast Kim Carrigan with Selectman John Anderson, Library Director Pat Basler, and Town Manager Mark Stankiewicz
Kim Carrigan interviews Selectman Joe Mokrisky
(PHOTOS BY HANK HERBOWY)
Catch what you missed:
http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/morning/zip_trips/zip_trip_stoughton_073009
The BIG BAND BLOWOUT!
featuring Olde Kids on the Block!
from the Stoughton Community Events Committee
Pictured: John & Barbara Anzivino (Hank Herbowy Photo)
ALL STAR COMEDY BENEFIT SELLS OUT!
500 Enjoy Amazing Night of Comedy!
Comedians who got their start at the famous Ding Ho Chinese Restaurant/Comedy Club in Inman Square, Cambridge, some 25 years ago, and are now some of the hottest names in comedy today, performed a special memorial fundraiser for the legacy their late friend and comedian Bob Lazarus in the “Bob Lazarus Memorial Comedy Benefit Show.” Comedians Steven Wright, Jimmy Tingle, Steve Sweeney, Mike Donovan, Tony V, Rich Ceisler, Jonathan Katz, Ken Rogerson, Bill Campbell, Jimmy Smith, Bill Braudis, Mike Bent, Brian Powers, Frank Santorelli, Tommy Gilmore, Emily Singer, Chance Langton, Dan Margarita, and Mike McDonald performed on Sunday, June 14 at Ahavath Torah Congregation before a sold-out crowd in Stoughton, MA. Proceeds of the show benefited the Carly Lazarus College Fund and Stoughton's Ahavath Torah Congregation, of which Bob was an active member.
“Laz” never lost his sense of humor and was known for his large heart and concern for all. He actually developed a lot of new material about his illness and experiences. He performed brilliantly right up to the end including the night Steve Wright was inducted into the Boston Comedy Hall of fame in December 2008. Bob explained with great joy and enthusiasm about being able to perform even when not feeling that great, he said that “[his] doctors gave him the OK, ‘cause they knew that it was good for my soul… -- definitely,” he added emphatically. His friends from the world of Boston comedy and Ahavath Torah Congregation will honor Bob’s memory and show their love and support for his family by keeping the laughs flowing. Kudos to Jimmy Tingle, who organized the event; Rabbi Jonathan Hausman, who worked closely with him; and the dozens of volunteers who made the night a huge success! If you missed it, and would like to help, send your checks to Carly Lazarus College Fund, c/o ATC, 1179 Central St., Stoughton, MA 02072
16 of the 20 performers stopped by for short interviews on the Snyder's Stoughton TV Show. That show will play the weekend of June 26th.
(Hank Herbowy photo)
Barrett Retirement Party
Larry Barrett's Retirement Event @ Lantana in Randolph on Friday night was a rolicking success. Hosted by Judge Francis Crimmins, it drew 300 people at $45 a ticket, which included a "gift" that the crowd never got to see. We'll have to find out what it was! The crowd included current officer holders (Selectmen Steve Anastos, Cynthia Walsh and Joe Mokrisky, Town Manager Mark Stankiewicz), representatives of companies that supply the DPW with equipment (like Mack Trucks), and some special guest appearance. Among those in the crowd were former Town Manager Phil Farrington (now a math instructor at Massachusetts Maritime Academy), former Fire Chief William Stipp (in from Arizona), and former DPW Director Jimmy Williams, Jr. The "service" (and I use the term loosely) at Lantana was just horrid, but the spirit of honoring Barrett for his 40+ years of dedication to the town took center stage. Stories were shared, and the feeling was one of pride for the Town of Stoughton. It was a good feeling! May Larry stay healthy and enjoy his retirement for a long time! His three wonderful daughters and his loving wife are looking forward to it!
Selectmen Steve Anastos, Cynthia Walsh and Joe Mokrisky
Former Town Manager Phil Farrington, Louise Packard, Jerry Savage & Emcee/Judge Francis Crimmins
Mark Snyder & Terry Schneider of Stoughton
Chamber of Commerce present Larry a nifty
certificate suitable for framing.
Larry's Loving Family!
(photos by Hank Herbowy)
TRACKSIDE FESTIVAL
Selectman Joe Mokrisky, Fire Chief David Jardin and
Acting Police Chief Tom Murphy (not pictured) got dunked
for charity! Also, organizer Steve Kelley with the Great Bonafuci (a/k/a/ Messianic Rabbi Henry Morse) (Mark Snyder photos)
STEPPIN' OUT WITH SINAI GALA
Richard Blankstein, Chairman of the New England Sinai Hospital Board of Directors, and Sinai Chief Medical Officer Lawrence S. Hotes, M.D. present the hospital’s first Lifetime Achievement Award to Stan Hatoff, Sinai Board of Directors Vice Chairman at the “Stepping Out with Sinai Gala” held at the
Friends of Seniors 2009 Dinner--You Missed it!
Another Amazing Time for 200 Stoughton Seniors, Saturday, May 2 @ Immaculate Conception Church!
(photos by Hank Herbowy)
Candice's Story
Veteran's Day 2008 Photo Collage (here)
T.G.I. FRIDAY'S NOW OPEN
Rt. 139, Next to Target
Ribbon Cutting on February 2
Nationally Known Artist Comes To Stoughton
Artist Winford
Gilmon comes to Henson-Jackson Art Gallery
Friends For Seniors Dinner
Adult Volunteers included Cook Extraordinaire Mike Sammarco, and his serving crew including, Stephanie and Dan Skiba; Dennis Gada, Charles Driest, Sr., Bobby Jordan, Al Venterosa, Don Interrante. David Sheehan, Steve Signori, Town Clerk Maria Chiofolo, Rose and Anthony Bickerton; Nancy Paterson, Elaine Hatch, and Tony Novello. Kitchen served about 250 people, and with the help of Stoughton High's National Honor Society, they were served a delicious dinner (chicken with stuffing, corn and baked potato) in 12 minutes! This was a result of Friends for Seniors successful golf tournament. Dinner was served for a nominal $3 charge. The seniors loved it!
Haunted Hayride a Scary Success
The Committee for Community Events held their first Haunted Hayride on Sunday, October 26 and it was a MASSIVE HIT. The event drew hundreds of families from Stoughton, and surrounding towns, and featured hayrides, free cookies from Nocera's, and goodie bags for the kids. For the paltry $1 admission price, the kids got a great time. The only glitch seemed to be that due to the popularity of the event, the line took a long time to wait in, before boarding the hayrides. Committee Chairman Joe Mokrisky said that what they learned from this first event will result in a big improvement next year. "The Committee worked really hard on this. We had it down to a science on paper. It never runs exactly as planned. Next year, we'll have more attractions in the field, more hayride trucks, and a little bit more effective time planning." Still, for a first time event, it was a lot of fun and a scary success. A future Snyder's Stoughton TV program will feature footage taken at the hayride. It is just another thing that makes you proud to be living in Stoughton.
Knights of Pithias – Grand Lodge---Support For Stepping Up With Sinai
Sinai Men’s Associates President and Knights of Pithias-Grand Lodge (Stoughton) past Deputy Supreme Chancellor and current Grand Vice Chancellor Thomas O’Connor of Randolph (on the right) is pictured presenting a check for $1,000 from the Knights to Bettyann McKenzie, Executive Director, Sinai Foundation and Lester P. Schindel, Sinai President and CEO. The check is in sponsorship of the hospital’s Stepping Up With Sinai Walkathon on October 5, 2008. The walk, presented by the Rotary Community Corps Adult Day Health Program, is held annually with proceeds used to provide scholarships for eligible people who wish to attend Sinai’s Adult Day Health Care Program but do not qualify for insurance coverage and cannot afford to personally pay the program fees. Without this scholarship assistance, these adults would be unable to participate in the program.
Stoughton Friends for Seniors Golf Tournament Huge Success! (Photos Here)
Friends for Senior President Dennis McCarthy, Mark Snyder, Selectman Steve Anastos and Matt Baldassari
These 5 ladies comprised the Stoughton 3-Day team and participated in the Susan G
Komen For the Cure walk to raise awareness and money to fight breast
cancer. Over three days they walked 60 miles, some of those miles in
a downpour, from Gillette Stadium and finishing at UMass Boston on a
perfect Sunday afternoon. The total amount raised by this three day
event was $5.1 Million and these ladies were part of it.
(Pictured
(Paul Christensen Photo)
The Salute to Acting Police Chief Chris Ciampa---who knew he was the Don Rickles of Stoughton? And, with the next Acting Chief Tom Murphy (July 1), Stoughton found themselves a new M.C. for events (I'm off the hook!)
(terry schneider photo)
Some of The Alumni Band (Nancy Morris photos)
FEARSOME FOURSOME –Mark Sokoll, left, president of the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston, and Jeffrey Savit, right, JCCGB board chairman, finish their round of golf in fine fashion as they pay tribute to Steve Greene, (second from left) of WB Mason, and Andy Janfaza of HighVista Strategies, during the JCCGB's 5th annual golf tournament held on Monday, June 16, at the Pinehills Golf Club in Plymouth. Greene and Janfaza were honored for their outstanding and longstanding commitment to the community. More than 220 golfers participated in the event, which raised over $300,000 for vital JCC services such as summer camp scholarships, early learning center scholarships and special needs services. Of course, the two on both ends of this photo later sold out the Jewish community south of Boston by selling out the Striar JCC to the YMCA. It is a scarlet letter they will wear for life.
Mr. Moderator, do you recognize me now?
(Hank Herbowy photo)
Second Annual Gerry Hartstone Memorial Miniature Golf Tournament
held at Ahavath Torah Congregation on 5/18.08
FUNDRAISING CONCERT featuring
Stoughton's Own LORI MCKENNA
May 18 at the Shaw's Centre in Brockton
SHE ROCKED THE HOUSE!
BIG SUCCESS, NETS $5400
'Willy' Francis, the Deputy Chief of the Stoughton Auxiliary Police, was in a serious car accident in December. Thankfully, he is on the road to recovery, but he has a long road ahead of him, which will take a toll on him physically and financially. The Stoughton Auxiliary Police are a ubiquitous presence directing traffic, closing off roads and keeping residents safe during parades, festivals, funerals, and many other town events. Residents "gave back" at the San John Filarmonica Society Friday night (May 16) in an event conceived and hosted by Stoughton Police Officer Lino Azul. Entertainment was presented by the excellent band, Wild Blue Sunday. An excellent time was had by all, at the event which featured delicious food, fun raffles, and a bit of adrenilan for Officer Francis. Financial highlights included a donation of $500 from the Doin' It For Diane Committee and $100 from the Stoughton Chamber of Commerce.
Saturday Night's (5/10) Doin It For Diane Fundraiser for the Stoughton Food Pantry and St. Anthony's Free Market was a rousing success, netting $14, 800. The fundraiser, named for the late Diane Murray, brought a smile to the face of her widower Dr. David Fisher. "Unbelievable." was his reaction to the capacity crowd and final results. This year, the Stoughton Chamber of Commerce took over the event, and Executive Director Terry Schneider and his wife Joanne led the charge. Schneider, speaking of his Doin' It For Diane Committee, wrote, "We Did It Again For Diane, who I'm sure is sitting upstairs, proudly looking down on what we've accomplished, but we also did it for those who cannot do it for themselves, whether temporarily or permanently. We should all be very proud of what we've accomplished in one evening, whether a volunteer worker bee, a donator of food, a donator of raffle items or a donator of food. The sucess of the Not Just Spaghetti Dinner would not have been as sweet without every one of you. Like a jig saw puzzle, if a piece or two is missing you can still make out the picture but it certainly wouldn't be as clear and complete as when all the pieces fit just right. Thank you all for making it all Just Right!"
The Doin' It For Diane Committee included:
Suzanne Blacker ~ Ilse Marks Pantry, Stacey Doiron ~ Panera Bread, David
Fisher ~ Resident, Christine Gallagher ~ St. Anthony's Free Market, Anne
Havlin ~ St. Anthony's Free Market, Nadine Israel ~ Fred & Nadine Team,
Steve Kelly ~ Kelly Contracting, Stephanie Martin ~ Webster Bank, Cindy
Pazyra ~ Resident, Maria Pimental ~ Randolph Savings Bank, Bernie Planeta ~
Millennium Marketing, Hank Polanzak ~ Ilse Marks Pantry, Joanne Schneider ~
Stoughton Chamber, Terry Schneider ~ Stoughton Chamber, Beth Snell ~
Randolph Savings Bank, Mark Snyder ~ PMP Network, and Fred Yaitanes ~ Fred &
Nadine Team
IKEA Donated $2500 to the event. Other high bidders included A Bid to have lunch with Congressman Stephen Lynch in D.C., along with a White House tour went to a winning bid of $1000.00 that was split between Richard and Ann Power, and Nancy and Stephen Rowe. A package for lunch with State Rep. Lou Kafka went to Robert Germain for $225.00. Two Red Sox tickets (with a face value of $90) went to Bill Horan for $210.00. And a pair of Lori McKenna VIP tickets went to some guy with crooked sunglasses for $100.
14 Year Old magician David Rysin impresses an attendee.
DJ Sonny B Jr. (Joey Apotheker) and Emcee Mark Snyder
"Hot Hot Hot" Conga Dance and Limbo
Bobby Amaral and Megan Porter star in "High School Musical"
The Jocks include David Morris, Jeff Numero, Bobby Amaral, Bobby Brown and Alex Kosta
Becca Griffing and Damani Barboza doing their thing in High School Musical.
(photos by Nancy Morris)
HENSON JACKSON GALLERY ART SHOW April 26
(pictured left to right) Owner Everline Henson-Jackson, Artist Carol Hiltz Chisholm, and Stonehill College seniors Sabrina Boniface and Catie Licalzi.
HAT FOUND AT EARTH DAY
Selectman Chairman John Kowalczyk presented an award from Senator Brian Joyce to Charles Starkowsky,who was honored for 26 years as Stoughton's Town Engineer. He had been named to the Conservation Commission in 1963. Ceremony was part of a larger event hosted by Dwight MacKerron Sunday (4/20) at Stoughton Historical Society.
Friends For Seniors Holds Dinner Dance
The Kitchen Crew
The Friends for Seniors held a wonderful dinner dance, attracting over 200 senior citizens to the function hall at the Immaculate Conception Church Saturday afternoon (4/12). Master of Ceremonies included President Dennis McCarthy and Vice President Josie Sargent, and Secretary Lorraine J. McCarthy. The Friends for Seniors is an independent organization that does wonderful things for seniors in Stoughton. They will be holding a golf tournament in September. The people behind this fantastic organization include Treasurer Carol Weineck, and Executive Advisors John O'Meara and Greg Bartlett. Board members include Phyllis Tabbi, Lee Lysko, Alice & Joe Araujo, Fred Sargent, Jerry Capozzoli, Dave Sheehan, Mike Sammarco, past president and founder Dave Doherty, Candace Fisher, Carol Weineck, Natalie Resnick, Anne & Cal Calibani, and Rev. Joseph McDermott (Father Joe). A delicious dinner was cooked by Sammarco, Dennis Gada, Robert Jordan, Charlie Dreist, and Dan Skiba. The food was served by members of the National Honor Society at Stoughton High. An excellent time was had by all. SENIORS---FREE BINGO!
National Honor Society Students from SHS acted as servers
National Honor Society Students from SHS acted as servers
Snyder's Stoughton between Friends For Seniors VP Josie Sargent and President Dennis McCarthy
(photos by Hank Herbowy)
Snyder's Stoughton between Friends For Seniors VP Josie Sargent and President Dennis McCarthy
(photos by Hank Herbowy)
Secretary Lorraine McCarthy with Town Manager Mark Stankiewicz
Secretary Lorraine McCarthy with Town Manager Mark Stankiewicz
Former Selectman and author Charles Yaitanes, A 50 year member of the Stoughton Lions Club,
receiving a Life Membership award from King Lion Bill Harmon at Nocera's Restaurant last Wednesday night. (Hank Herbowy photo)
SLIDE SHOW & ART EXHIBIT AT TOWN HALL
APRIL 24, 2008
Stoughton Historical Society president Dwight MacKerron, along with Town Hall's Denise Lochiatto, presented a fun night Thursday at Town Hall. Faces in the crowd included Zoo New England CEO John Linehan, and Stoughton's Environmental Agent Jim Conlan and his family.
Another Stoughton Eagle Scout
Matthew Romano is Stoughton's newest Eagle Scout. He installed tables and ADA compliant items at Lessa Playground, as well as clearing trails at Bird St. Sanctuary. We congratulate Matt!
April 6, 2008
Congregants gather for Shaloh House Expansion Groundbreaking. Pictured (center) are State Rep.
Lou Kafka, and Shaloh House President Steve Rosen
REVIEW:
Family International Night
The night of food and entertainment, held on Saturday, March 1 at O'Donnell Middle School, was a blast! Delicious foods and desserts from the international community, and wonderful musical performances by the award-winning Stoughton High School Jazz Combo, and Stoughton native Michelle Romeiro, capped a fantastic night. Family International Night was sponsored by Stoughton No Place For Hate Committee, Stoughton Clergy Association, Stoughton Public Schools, Massasoit Community College, and Stoughton Chamber of Commerce. Romeiro, a graduate of Stoughton High, has an amazing voice and captivated the crowd with Portuguese music, as well as popular American music, and a salute to Abba. Romeiro's second CD, "Bola de Cristal," was recently released, and features nine Portuguese tunes, and an English one, "I Can Live Without You." (go to www.michelleromeiro.com for ordering info.) Beautiful twins Nina and Leana Pestana danced behind Romeiro. Before Romeiro's set, the Stoughton Jazz Combo hit center stage. Singer Megan Porter is simply amazing---a wonderful talent with a full, wide-ranging voice. The Combo includes Jeffrey Numero, David Morris, Jack Pombriant, Nick Silveira, John Widberg, and Porter. BatukAxe, an Afro-Brazilian Band, and a Brazilian Gospel Group also performed. The Committee that put on the event included NPFH co-chairs Selectman Richard "Dick" Levine and Karon Skinner Catrone, Nicole Barnaby, Stoughton Library Director Pat Basler, Beverly Harris, Susan Kafka, and SCC President Terry Schneider. Levine and local access TV Personality Shirley Farber co-hosted the event.
Selectmen Dick Levine (r) speaks with selectmen candidates Steve Anastos and John Anzivino at Family International Night.
A GROTTO IN HONOR OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
at Immaculate Conception Church
How can you support it?
Rev. Jean Lenk, Pastor of the First Congregational Church of Stoughton, presents a check for $3679 to Ms. Cindy Benedetti, faith representative for the South Shore Habitat For Humanity "Stoughton Build" group who hope to break ground on their first home this spring. The donation is part of the First Congregational Church's Capital Campaign drive and represents their commitment to local Mission giving. Also witnessing the presentation are other members of the Capital Campaign Task Force (back row) Paul Christensen, Charlene Smith (front row) Janet Clough, Rev. Lenk, Cindy Benedetti and Milly Christensen.
Stoughton's No Place For Hate Committee
LOCAL CHILDREN RAISE SERIOUS BREAD for 2007 Walk For Hunger!
Thirty children from Stoughton’s First
Congregational Church on Pierce Street completed 252
laps in 30 minutes at Halloran Park on Sunday raising
over $700 in support of Project Bread. The “Feet for
Food” children’s walk is held annually to support
Project Bread and the Walk for Hunger.
(c) 2008 Snyder's Stoughton