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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><a name="_Hlk41375746"></a><a name="_Hlk45262650"></a><a name="_Hlk48889633"></a><a name="_Hlk59647659"></a><a name="_Hlk56756075"></a><a name="_Hlk49330720"></a><a name="_Hlk84245830"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><u><span style="mso-ligatures:none">LOCAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS AND NOTICES </span></u></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><u><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><br>
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<span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton Public Safety/Public Works Facilities Replacement Project:
</span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.EastonPSW.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">www.EastonPSW.com</span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span></u></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Town of Easton is undertaking a crucial public safety & public works facilities replacement project to enhance essential services for our community. The project involves constructing a new combined DPW facility,
police and fire headquarters, and fire substation, consolidating multiple outdated buildings. With facilities ranging from 50-70+ years old, these structures no longer meet various health, safety, and environmental codes, and are beyond their useful lives.
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</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="font-size:3.0pt;line-height:105%"><br>
</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Key Public Engagement Dates and Voter Decision Dates:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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Community Forum and Facilities Tour 2 – October 2, 2023, 6:30 PM - Police/Fire at 46/48 Lothrop St.
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Special Town Meeting - October 23, 2023, 7:00 PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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Debt Exclusion Election - November 4, 2023, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM<br>
Please visit </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.EastonPSW.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">www.EastonPSW.com</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
to learn more about the project, sign-up for notifications of project updates, and share your feedback. <br>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Tourism
as Economic Driver – Coffee Hour Sept. 21</span></b><br>
Join the Easton Economic Development Council and Easton Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, September 21, 7:30 am at Queset House. Guest Speaker Amy Rodrigues, Shovel Town Cultural District Liaison will share what’s new and happening in the district and how tourism
contributes to local economies. RSVP by September 11 to Stephanie Danielson at </span>
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:sdanielson@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">sdanielson@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">.
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://cms2.revize.com/revize/eastonma/newslist.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Learn
more.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1"><br>
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</span></u><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">2023 Hunting Season Reminder</span></b></span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">Deer
hunting (October 2 through December 30) and fall turkey (October 2 through November 25) hunting seasons are beginning soon. All species and dates are found on MA Division of Fisheries and Wildlife’s Hunting season summary . Hunting is allowed on Conservation
Commission properties with all applicable licenses and in accordance with all laws. Please take all necessary precautions while enjoying conservation property such as wearing brightly colored hats and clothing if you are walking, hiking or biking on conservation
properties. Pets should also be leashed at all times in accordance with the town’s leash law (Ch 104-7). Hunting is allowed from ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset. Hunting is NOT allowed on Sundays. For more information on hunting,
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">the
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/hunting-regulations"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">MA
Division of Fisheries and Wildlife</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">.<br>
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</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black">Easton
Shovel Town Cultural District Newsletter</span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black"><br>
Be sure to join in on all the fun music, art and cultural activities happening in the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District this fall! Please click here to
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/?l=416490143579ec11a363000c29a59557&d=3a319d0dba4dee11a3d0000c29a59557"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">view
our September/October 2023 newsletter.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black">
If you have any questions about the District, please reach out to Amy Rodrigues, Cultural District Liaison,
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:arodrigues@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">arodrigues@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black">. <br>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b>Easton’s
Tricentennial</b><br>
The Easton Tricentennial Committee is pleased to announce that planning and organizing efforts are well underway for Easton’s 300th anniversary in 2025. The celebration of Easton’s 300th Anniversary will last all of 2025 beginning with a First Day event in
January and culminating with a Gala in December of 2025. <br>
This yearlong celebration will of course need the community’s support so please visit
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.Easton300.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">www.Easton300.org</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">
to learn about sponsorship and volunteer opportunities. The website also provides information about the Easton 300 Logo Contest that is currently underway as well as the keystone events to be held in 2023.<br>
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</u><b>Easton Public Schools, Town of Easton Begin Partnership with INTERFACE Referral Service:<br>
<i>Providing Outpatient Mental Health Referrals for Community Members</i></b></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="font-size:3.0pt"><br>
</span>The Easton Public Schools and Town of Easton have partnered with William James College to bring INTERFACE, a free outpatient mental health referral service program, to students in the district and all Easton residents.
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Any Easton resident may contact the Helpline and does not have to be referred to access the service. The Helpline operates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday.
<b>To reach the Helpline, call 888-244-6843.<br>
</b>Importantly, the Helpline is not an emergency service. If you, or the person you are seeking to assist, requires immediate confidential support and crisis counseling, please dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which is available 24/7 or call
911. To learn more about the William James INTERFACE Referral Service<span style="color:black">,
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://interface.williamjames.edu/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:#21759B;mso-ligatures:none">click
here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black">.<br>
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</span><b>FY24 Real Estate Tax Exemptions<br>
</b>The Town of Easton offers many tax exemptions designed to reduce the property tax burden for elderly or disabled veterans. These exemptions include Elderly Clause 41D, Clause 22 & Disabled Veterans and Clause 22D Surviving Spouse, Clause 37 Blind, Community
Preservation. You can find the applications and instructions on the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/assessors/index.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Assessors
Webpage</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">.
Scroll down the dark blue box to the end, and select Real Estate Exemptions. You will see a drop down menu listing all Real Estate applications. If you have any questions, please contact the Assessors’ Office at 508-230-0520<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Town of Easton has the following Employment Opportunities Available:<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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Assistant Planning & Economic Development- full time<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Plumbing
& Gas Inspector - part time<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Shuttle
Drivers – part time /per diem to work on an as needed basis<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">DPW
Plumber – full time<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">DPW
Building Automation Technician – full time<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">For
more information, and full job postings, please visit Town of Easton </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_opportunities.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Employment
Opportunities</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<br>
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<b>Notice: Oliver Ames High School Court Reconstruction<br>
</b>The reconstruction of the exterior tennis and basketball courts at the Oliver Ames High School has begun and is expected to be completed by November 2023. This work involves the installation of new concrete tennis courts, asphalt basketball and pickleball
courts, fencing, athletic lighting and minor drainage improvements. Use of the existing athletic courts and a portion of the parking lot in the immediate vicinity of the project will be unavailable during construction. Thank you for your patience as we make
improvements to the athletic courts at the Oliver Ames High School. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at (508) 230-0800 or
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:MGrosschedl@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">MGrosschedl@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Water
Division: 2022 Consumer Confidence Report</span></b><span style="color:black;background:white"><br>
</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Easton Water Division is pleased to announce the availability of the 2022 consumer confidence report (CCR) which is available on the
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://cms2.revize.com/revize/eastonma/departments/dpw/water_division/docs/Reports/2022ConsumerCofidenceReport.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Water
Divisions webpage</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
Individuals may request a hard copy by calling the Easton Water Division 508-230-0850.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Water
Restrictions: Began May 1, 2023</span></b><br>
<span style="mso-ligatures:none">Effective May 1, 2023 through November 1, 2023 Phase III Water Restrictions will be in place. Even numbered properties will be restricted to Mondays between 5:00 am and 8:00 am. Odd numbered properties will be restricted to
Tuesdays between 5:00 am and 8:00 am. These restrictions are needed to comply with our water withdrawal permit and to ensure adequate supply during the construction of the PFAS and iron and manganese treatment facilities. We ask residents to check and reduce
the operation of their irrigation systems and follow the prescribed day and operational hours. Residents will be notified if further restrictions are required. <br>
Please visit the </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/water_restriction.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton
Water Division web page</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
for more information. <b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Assessor’s
Property Inspections<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Town of Easton is working together with Renee Holloran, to perform site inspections on all commercial and industrial properties for personal property within the Town of Easton. Renee is a data collector and is authorized by the Assessor’s Department to inspect
all properties for the purpose of collecting data. Ms. Holloran is driving a Blue 2022 Volkswagen Jetta with Massachusetts registration 3FFH33. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this project, please call the Assessor’s Office at 508-230-0520.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span></u><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Attention Easton Veterans and Surviving Spouses!<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Could
you use some additional help this year paying for heating fuel, transportation, or food costs? At the Annual Town Meeting in 2020, residents voted to adopt a local option under M.G.L. Chapter 60 Section 3F to establish a veterans’ assistance fund. This fund,
known as the SERVE Fund can provide eligible veterans or surviving spouses up to $1,400/year depending on fund availability at time of application.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">SERVE
stands for <b>S</b>upporting <b>E</b>mergency <b>R</b>elief for <b>V</b>eterans of
<b>E</b>aston. As part of the roll out of the SERVE fund, the Town is directing $100,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to immediately provide assistance to qualifying veterans and families. This support comes in addition to $150,000 of ARPA funds
directed towards the Taxation Aid Committee fund as part of the Town’s broader ongoing efforts to provide direct financial assistance to residents in need.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Eligibility
criteria is 80% of the Area Median Income guidelines, Easton residency, and proof of veteran status is required. For more information on this and many other ways the Easton Department of Health and Community Services supports our community, please visit the
Town of Easton Health and Community Services webpage. Applications are also available at Frothingham Hall, 15 Barrows Street. If you would like to donate to this fund, please make checks payable to Town of Easton- SERVE Fund.
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://cms2.revize.com/revize/eastonma/SERVE%20Fund%20Application.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Click
here to apply!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
<br>
</span></u><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">September is National Preparedness Month
<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton
Town Hall wants you to stay aware and be prepared. We put together a few resources which include a buck slip in your upcoming trash bill with a few important steps to get you started. These steps include: signing up for local alerts and warning through the
Plymouth County emergency alert system “CodeRED”, assembling and updating emergency supplies, and storing all important documents somewhere safe. To help, we will be in Frothingham Hall, Fridays all September, until 9/29 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">To
help you make copies of important papers such as: <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Photo
IDs/ Driver’s license, social security cards, passports<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Documents
(insurance, estate planning, financial, property, vehicle, credit card contact information)
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Medical
(prescriptions, medications, and dosages, doctors’ names/ numbers) <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Vital
Records (birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc.) <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Vaccination
records for household members and pets<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Phone
numbers (family, friends, neighbors) <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Bring
these documents with you and we will make copies for you and provide you with a document bag to keep them safe. For more information, contact
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:programs@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">programs@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Mattress
Recycling<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Beginning
November 1, 2022, MassDEP is expanding its current waste disposal bans to include mattresses and box springs. Landfills, transfer stations and waste-to-energy facilities across the Commonwealth will no longer accept mattresses or box springs for disposal.
Instead, they must be recycled. No municipal pick-up of mattresses or box springs is provided by the Town of Easton. Residents may contract directly with a private company for pick-up and recycling services. Below is the contact information for one such private
company, HandUp, that offers mattress pickup services in Easton. The Town has no contractual or other relationship with HandUp or any other company, and neither endorses or warrants the services provided by any such company, but is providing contact information
only as a courtesy to our residents. Residents can directly contact HandUp to make an appointment for the curbside pickup of a mattress and/or box spring by going directly to this
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.handupmattress.com/contact-us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">website</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
or by calling (774) 271-8744. Please note curbside pickup will occur once per month. The charge for each mattress or box spring is $47.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Water
Division Construction Update<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Water Division is pleased to share several construction photographs of our iron and manganese water treatment plant at Red Mill Road. The site clearing and earthworks has begun for the per-polyfluoroaIkyl (PFAS)
water filter plants at Washington Street and Gary Lane. We will continue to update our
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/water_div_projects.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">web
page</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
on both of these projects, as our construction moves from earthwork to structural construction.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><a name="_Hlk73084516"></a><a name="_Hlk108518818"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><b><span style="color:#050505;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span></b></span></a><a name="_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">PFAS Water Filtration Station<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Easton Water Division has installed a self-service water filling station to provide water with levels of PFAS6 below 20 ng/L to those in sensitive subgroups (pregnant or nursing women, infants, and people diagnosed by their health care provider to have a
compromised immune system) and other concerned residents. The filtration station is located on the side of the Water Division building at 417 Bay Road. The station can fill water containers up to 5 gallons. For more information on the water filtration station,
please click </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/filtration_station.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
For more information on PFAS, please click </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/water_division/pfas_information.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk73084516"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk109126276"><a name="_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Please
Help Your Fellow Easton Citizens Who Need Tax Assistance<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Town of Easton and the Taxation Aid Committee are pleased to announce the creation of the Taxation Aid Fund. This Fund will help low income senior and disabled citizens to continue to live in Easton by helping them differ the cost of their real estate taxes.
We are only able to help others by using donations from citizens like you. <o:p>
</o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">To
donate online, please visit </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://epay.cityhallsystems.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://epay.cityhallsystems.com</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
Choose Easton MA, and under bill type, select donation. To donate by mail, please send a check payable to the “Town of Easton” and write “Taxation Aid Committee” in the memo line to the address below:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Town
of Easton - Treasurer’s Office<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">136
Elm Street<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton,
MA 02356<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">For
more information, call the Treasurer at 508-230-0604 or click </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/boards_and_committees/taxation_aid_committee.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<br>
<span style="color:black;mso-contextual-alternates:yes"><br>
</span><b>Attention Veterans! The Reveille Newsletter - A Publication of Easton Veterans’ Services</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://mycommunityonline.com/organization/easton-veterans-services"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://mycommunityonline.com/organization/easton-veterans-services</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk72482268"></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Veterans
Benefits<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">M.G.L.
Chapter 115 provides a needs-based, means tested program of financial and medical assistance for qualifying veterans and their eligible dependents. Eligible applicants may receive financial assistance for food, shelter, clothing, housing supplies, and dental
and medical care. These benefits are available for dependents of deceased veterans as well. To qualify as a single applicant your gross monthly income must be below $2,147 and your assets must be below $8,400. To qualify as a married couple your gross income
must below $2,904 and your assets must be below $16,600. Assets refer to liquid assets and do not include your home, vehicle, etc. it does, however include any IRA, 401k, stocks, bonds, trusts. We are proud to offer access to these benefits that you have earned
through you or your loved one’s service to our country. Please contact Cory Ahonen, Veterans’ Service Officer, at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail at
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none">,</span></u><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
to find out what documentation is needed to complete your application.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Veterans
Discretionary Fund<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Veterans Discretionary Fund is reserved for the purchase or reimbursement of expenses required to sustain daily living for any veteran who is a resident of Easton, MA. If you would like to donate or if you need assistance from this fund please contact Cory
Ahonen, Veterans’ Service Officer, at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Local
Business Assistance<br>
</span></b><span style="color:black;background:white"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">For business loans and alternative funding option From the US Chamber click
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.uschamber.com/co/run/business-financing"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="background:white;mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">.
This guide outlines small business loans and alternative funding options. The US chamber has more than 30 grants, loans and programs. The
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.sba.gov/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="background:white;mso-ligatures:none">U.S.
Small Business Association</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">
offers these seven SBA loan programs which you may qualify for, as well.<br>
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Blood Pressure Clinics<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Did
you know that the Town of Easton offers free blood pressure clinics every Wednesday?<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Easton
paramedics will be on hand at Frothingham Hall between 11:30 am - 12:30 pm and Parker Terrace Community Center between 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm. This is a free drop-in service – no appointments are required.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Are you signed up with the CODE RED community notification program?</span></b><br>
<span style="mso-ligatures:none">The program is offered through the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department for residents and businesses in Plymouth and Bristol County. The service provides important alerts to residents and businesses for emergencies including
weather related emergency information. </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.pcsdma.org/codered.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://www.pcsdma.org/codered.html</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">You
can self-enroll cell phones, home phones, and emails via an app or citizens and business owners can now text the keyword BristolPlymouthAlerts to 99411 and enroll in the Bristol & Plymouth Emergency Public Notification system. Please note that capitalization
is important and the keyword must be exact! Those without Internet access may call the Sheriff's Field Services Division (508-830-6200), Monday through Friday, (8:00 am – 4:00 pm) to supply their information over the phone. Required information includes first
and last name, street address (physical address, no P.O. boxes), city, state, zip code, and primary phone number, additional phone numbers can be entered as well. If you are providing a cell number, you must indicate the carrier and if you would like to receive
text messages. All businesses should register, as well as all individuals who have unlisted phone numbers, who have changed their phone number or address within the past year, and those who use a cellular phone or VoIP phone as their primary number.<br>
<br>
<b>Shaw’s GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">This program
is dedicated to supporting the communities we call home. For every $2.99 reusable “Give Back Bag” sold at the Easton Shaw’s in September, $1.00 will be donated to the Easton Council on Aging. This is a great way to give back to the community while protecting
the environment! When you visit the Easton Shaw’s in September, look for the white reusable bags that say “I Give Back Where it Counts…Locally!” to support your Easton Council on Aging.
<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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COMMUNITY NEWS<br>
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<b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> <b>End of Summer Music Festival on Sunday, September 17<br>
</b>The Easton Shovel Town Cultural District is excited to present the grand finale of its 2023 Summer Concert Series -- a FREE day long, outdoor Music Festival on
<b>Sunday, September 17, 2023</b> from 11am to 4pm at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, 3 Barrows Street.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Concert
Lineup: <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">11:00
am - 11:30 am – Rose Conservatory<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">11:30
am - 1:00 pm – Jake & Jenny with Full Band<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">1:00
pm - 1:45 pm – Dave Spagone & Friends<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">1:45
pm- 2:45 pm – Morrison Hotel<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">2:45
pm – 4 pm - Rock Steady feat. Bobby Venuto<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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The Festival will offer fun for all ages with musical performances, artists, community vendors, and local food and drink for purchase. Surrounding roads will be closed to traffic so visitors may stroll the area and enjoy the local festivities in the Cultural
District. Free to all! <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
It’s a homecoming for Nashville darlings Jake and Jenny and their full band who are headlining the event, which will also feature Rock Steady with powerhouse vocalist Bobby Venuto, local fave Dave Spagone, Morrison Hotel, and kicking it all off is the talented
youth performers from Rose Conservatory.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Be
sure to stop by the Shovel Town Brewery tent and enjoy their refreshing craft beers. Bring your appetite to try delicious bites from local favorites - The Farmer’s Daughter, Deag’s Local Diner Food Truck, and Sweet 16 Ice Cream. Feel free to bring a lawn
chair or blanket. Rain will cancel the event. Watch for any updates on our Facebook page, </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShovelTownCulturalDistrict/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://www.facebook.com/ShovelTownCulturalDistrict/</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Presented
with Oakes Ames Memorial Hall with generous support from Mass Cultural Council, Easton Cultural Council, Ames Shovel Works, Bank of Easton, Easton Lions Club, Easton Grange 196, Premier Properties, and Gerry’s Farm. For more information, contact Amy Rodrigues,
Easton Shovel Town Cultural District Liaison, at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:arodrigues@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">arodrigues@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Scholar
Series at Stonehill College</span></b><span style="color:black"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">ALL
in need of some intellectual stimulation are welcome! Join us for a monthly hour-long Thursday series of talks and discussions based on recent publications authored by Stonehill professors.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><i><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">2023
schedule:<o:p></o:p></span></i></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="color:black;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">September 28 @ 3:30 p.m.
Anna Ohanyan on 'The Neighborhood Effect: The Imperial Roots of Regional Fracture in Eurasia.'<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="color:black;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">October 26 @ 3:30 p.m. Richard
Capobianco on Martin Heidegger.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="color:black;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">November 30 @ 3:30 p.m.
John Rodrigue on 'Freedom's Crescent: The Civil War and the Destruction of Slavery in the Lower Mississippi Valley.'<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="color:black;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo3">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">December 14 @ 3:30 p.m.
Mary Joan Leith on 'The Virgin Mary: A Very Short Introduction.'<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Free
and open to all!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">All
talks will be held at the MacPháidín Library, 1st Floor, South Wing, Stonehill College, 320 Washington Street, Easton. Free parking in the Welcome Center Lot. Event information at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://calendar.stonehill.edu/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://calendar.stonehill.edu/</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
<br>
</span></u><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Up Close & Personal with Irish Authors</span></b><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> </span></i><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Monday,
September 25, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. </span></i><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">All
are welcome to meet, greet and listen to three authors all the way from Dublin, Ireland on the mysteries and joys of Irish children's literature today.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Free
and open to all!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">MacPháidín
Library, 1st Floor, South Wing, Stonehill College, 320 Washington Street, Easton. Free parking in the Welcome Center Lot. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Event
information at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://calendar.stonehill.edu/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://calendar.stonehill.edu/</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span></u><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Free Summer Movie Nights in the Park<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Join Easton Wings of Hope and the Town of Easton for free movie nights at Frothingham Park by the basketball court every Friday night this summer! Bring your own chair, snacks, and bug spray! Upcoming showings:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">9/15 @ 7:15 PM – La La Land<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Please
look out for weather updates on </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.instagram/eastonwingsofhope/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Instagram</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
& </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/eastonwingsofhope"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Facebook</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Learn
more about Easton Wings of Hope: </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.eastonwingsofhope.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">www.eastonwingsofhope.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
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<b><span style="color:black"><br>
Friendly Bocce at Frothingham </span></b><span style="color:black"><br>
Join Frothingham Hall and House of Possibilities (HOPe) in a casual game of Bocce at Frothingham Hall. It will be Thursdays from 1:00 – 2:30 pm, ending around Thanksgiving; weather dependent. Call/ stop by to sign up (508) 230-</span>0690<span style="color:black">!</span>
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><br>
Living with Dementia Presentation <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Led by Nancy
Andrie with Right at Home, join for an informative presentation on dementia basics. This event will take place Wednesday September 20<sup>th</sup> at 2:00 pm at Frothingham Hall, 15 Barrows St, N Easton MA. Please register by calling 508-283-1527 or email
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:NAndrie@rahbsw.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">NAndrie@rahbsw.com</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><br>
<b>Advanced Beginner Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Double
elimination tournaments. Each team must have a male and female. Saturday September 23<sup>rd</sup> starting at 9 am. Unionville Pickleball Courts 184 Washington St Easton, MA Cost of this program is $20 per person. To register and pay for this course,
click </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b>Tips From the Green Communities
Committee</b><br>
With recent news that West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Easton, here are some easy, pesticide-free tips from the Green Communities Committee to keep mosquitoes from breeding on your property.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0in" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Remove standing water that collects after it rains or after
watering the lawn. Empty pots or planters, children's play toys, old tires, and trash containers. Mosquito larvae can hatch in only 1" of water, so make it a habit to walk your property at least weekly to check for standing water. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Keep your lawn free of debris such as hollow logs, piles
of leaves, etc., in which female mosquitoes can find a damp spot to lay eggs. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Empty and refill your bird baths or kiddie pools every few
days. Laid eggs need 8-10 days to hatch and become a flying insect. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Install a small fountain inside a bird bath or fish pond
to reduce stagnation. Mosquitoes will not lay eggs in moving water. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Plant mosquito-repelling plants on your property, such as
lavender, marigold, and citronella. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Put a little vegetable oil or apple cider vinegar in stagnant
pools of water to safely kill mosquito larvae. (Do not do this in birdbaths or ponds with fish or other living creatures.)<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></li></ol>
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<b>Something Wild! Gala – Invitation from the Children’s Museum in Easton<br>
</b>Stonehill College, Pettit Atrium - September 23, 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm. <br>
Get your tickets to the Children’s Museum in Easton’s <b>Something Wild! Gala</b>, to benefit their outdoor play space, the Wild Place. This adults-only event will be filled with gourmet foods, music, dancing, raffles, entertainment and more. Come make mischief
of one kind and another – </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.cmeaston.org/something-wild-gala/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">click
here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
for tickets and info!<br>
<b><br>
Session 2 Coed Pickup Soccer<br>
</b>Ages:<b> </b>18+. Easton's Coed Pickup Soccer registration is open to all men and women 18 years and older. These games will be social and competitive in nature. No practices, just play. Participants will play against other individuals of all skill levels.
Players should bring a dark and white shirt (no gray). Games will be held every Sunday morning from 9:00 am - 10:30 am at Keach Park, 49 Chestnut St, North Easton, MA.<br>
Start date 9/10/23. Cost of this program is $45. To register and pay for this course, click
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Engaged
in Easton: Fall Programs Brochure</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton’s
Office of Community Engagement & Programming has published our Summer Programs Brochure! Programs listed will occur between 9/4/23 and 11/27/23. The brochure is subject to change and can be found on the
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://cms2.revize.com/revize/eastonma/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton
Programs website</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
For questions, email </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:Programs@Easton.MA.US"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Programs@Easton.MA.US</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.
<span style="color:black">Engaged in Easton:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;background:white"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://issuu.com/eastonprograms/docs/fall_programs_brochure_2023"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Fall
Programs Brochure</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1"><br>
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</span></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b>AARP Speaker
Event: Social Security: Understanding Your Benefits<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Join AARP
Speaker Sam Docknevich talk about Social Security Benefits. Sam will be having a Q&A after so please bring lots of questions. This event will take place Monday September 18 starting at 1:00 pm at Frothingham Hall, 15 Barrows St, N Easton MA. Please register
by calling 508-230-0690!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b>50<sup>th</sup>
NRT Harvest and Craft Fair | Sunday, October 1, 2023 |10:00 am - 2:00 pm</b><br>
Admission: $5 per person for ages 5 and up - Children under 5 are free!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Join NRT and
the whole local community to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the NRT's Harvest & Craft Fair! This fun-filled, community centered event is once again taking place at NRT’s Sheep Pasture where thousands of people from all over join us to welcome the fall season
and enjoy various seasonal activities! Limited free parking will be available for fair visitors. Please note that all admission, food, and many vendors are cash only. For everyone’s safety, no pets are allowed on the grounds the day of the fair. Service dogs
are welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b>2023 Harvest
and Craft Fair Highlights</b>: Big Joe the Storyteller, Family photo booth sponsored by Spotted Photography, Kave Rock Alpacas, Food trucks and restaurant services by Mom on the Go, The Sausage Guy, & The Farmer's Daughter, Hot apple cider, coffee, and delicious slices
of homestyle pumpkin pie, Hand-dipped caramel apples, Kids' Carnival Games area, Dozens of crafters and local artisans, Airbrush tattoo artist, Musical guests throughout the day, including American Beauties, Rowdies of the Meadow, and Randy Davis,
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.nrtofeaston.org/silent-auction-items-2023.html" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">NRT
Silent Auction</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">,
Truck and Tractor Exploration Station, Baby animal petting zoo presented by Enchanted Animal Parties, and more!
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Thank you
to our 2023 Premier Sponsor North Easton Savings Bank for their continued support of NRT’s Harvest Fair! Thank you to our other event sponsors: Mass Cultural Council, Personal Best Karate, Village Speech, Washington Trust Company, Morse Insurance, Roche Bros.,
and Bourne’s Auto Center! A big thank you to our in-kind donors who have generously contributed to the event!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">For a full
list of these donors, please visit the Harvest Fair event page at: </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.nrtofeaston.org/harvest--craft-fair.html" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">https://www.nrtofeaston.org/harvest--craft-fair.html</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<b>Holy Trinity Lutheran Church to host “Gun Tragedies: Memorial Stones: 2023”<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Sunday, September
24 at 10:30 am (worship service begins at 9:45 am). You are welcome at either time. 143 Lincoln Street, North Easton. </span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.htlceaston.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">www.htlceaston.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Public art
installation to honor hundreds of 2023 mass shooting victims in the United States<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">A two-week
public art installation highlighting America’s gun violence epidemic will begin with a ceremony on the morning of Sunday, September 24 at 10:30 am at the end of the 9:45 am worship service. Attendees are welcome at either time. Event attendees will place painted
stones within the congregation’s outdoor labyrinth, inviting local community members to walk the labyrinth and reflect on the ravages of gun violence. The memorial, conceived by activist and retired computer analyst Madeline Champagne, will remain on view
through October 9. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Champagne
was inspired to create the memorial after attending a rally sponsored by Moms Demand Action and hearing Ilyse Levine Kanji speak about ongoing trauma caused by a 1993 mass shooting at her workplace. “The tragedy of the victims really hit me,” Champagne said.
“I found the Gun Violence Archive website, with up-to-date, accurate data. When I happened to find a good supply of rounded beach stones, I knew what I wanted to do.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Each of the
more than 450 small stones is painted with the date and location of a mass shooting that took place in the United States during 2023. Fatalities are symbolized by painted black ribbons, while injuries are represented by red hearts. “Unless something is changed,
these mass shootings will continue,” said Champagne. “I hope that this memorial installation brings the numbers to a more personal level. Each symbol represents a person who left their home one day, and either they didn’t return, or their lives were forever
changed.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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North Easton Machine Company, Inc., Facility Tours</b><br>
North Easton Machine Company, located at 218 Elm Street in North Easton, will be hosting tours of their manufacturing facility in honor of Manufacturing Month this October. Tours are open to the public and we encourage our neighbors and friends to visit with
us on either Friday, October 6<sup>th</sup> 11 am – 3 pm OR Wednesday, October 18<sup>th</sup> 10 am – 3 pm. Reservations are required. Please call 508-238-6219 or email
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:pmartel@northeastonmachine.com"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">pmartel@northeastonmachine.com</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">
to register. We look forward to seeing you!<br>
<b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><br>
September Newsletter </span></b><br>
<span style="mso-ligatures:none">Please</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://mycommunityonline.com/organization/easton-council-on-aging"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
click here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
to view Frothingham Hall’s current newsletter.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:#333333;mso-ligatures:none">Ultimate
Sports w/ Skyhawks 7-12yr old<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746">Skyhawks has
taken your favorite games from the playground and combined them into an action-packed program! Each week we will focus on 1-2 of the listed games including multiple variations of play of Kickball, Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, Wiffleball and Ultimate Frisbee.
Participants will learn sportsmanship, teamwork and strategy in addition to the rules of the game. Program is designed for 7-12 year old. Torie’s Park – 115 Main St Easton, MA. Wednesdays 5:15 - 6:15 pm or sunset from 10/11-11/1. Minimum participants
needed is 8, maximum is 20. <span style="mso-ligatures:none">Cost of this program is $75. To register and pay for this course, click
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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Adult Men’s Sunday Pickup Basketball, Ages 18+<br>
</span></b><span style="color:black"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton's Men’s Pickup Basketball registration is open to all and women 18 years and older, non-residents welcome. These games will be social and competitive in nature. No practices, just
play. Participants will play against other individuals of all skill levels. Players should bring a dark and white shirt (no gray). Games will be held every Sunday morning from 9:00 am-11:00 am at Oliver Ames Nixon Gym, 100 Lothrop St, North Easton, MA.<br>
Start date 10/15/23. Cost of this program is $50. To register and pay for this program, click
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">.</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Drums
Alive</span></b><br>
<span style="mso-ligatures:none">Drums Alive is back! Join our talented instructor Kelly Sipe in this movement and rhythmic program! Mondays at Frothingham Hall between 3:00 – 3:50 pm. This program will run through 2023 and registration is required. Space is
limited to 10 people for this class and individuals can be added to a waitlist if others cancel. Call to sign up (508) 230-0690!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton
Historical Society and Museum Cookout & Membership Drive<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Easton Historical Society and Museum will hold a cookout and dedication of their Lee William’s family colonial shed on Sunday, September 17th from 12:30 to 4:30 PM at 80 Mechanic Street, North Easton. For more
information, please visit </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.eastonmahistoricalsociety.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">www.eastonmahistoricalsociety.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Adult
Women’s Pickup Basketball, Ages 18+<br>
</span></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Easton's
Women’s Pickup Basketball registration is open to all and women 18 years and older, non-residents welcome. These games will be social and competitive in nature. No practices, just play. Participants will play against other individuals of all skill levels.
Players should bring a dark and white shirt (no gray). Games will be held every Tuesday night from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Oliver Ames Nixon Gym, 100 Lothrop St, North Easton, MA.<br>
Start date 9/12/23. Cost of this program is $45. To register and pay for this course, click
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:15.0pt;background:white"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Horsemanship
& Riding Program, Ages</span></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> 6-16</span></u></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
These three (1 hr. classes) are designed to help participants learn the Basics of Horsemanship and Riding. Each class will include hands on grooming, tacking, leading, basic instruction in horse care as well as a brief ride (English Style) focusing on position
and maneuvering the horse or pony at the walk. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
<span style="background:white">Long pants, shoe or hoot with a hard sole and heel are required. Victory Stables, Inc, 1176 West St, Stoughton MA 02072</span><br>
<span style="background:white">Time 6-7pm (promptly)</span> <span style="background:white">
Start date - 9/18/23. Max- 8 Min-4. 3wks in length. Cost of this program is $175.
</span>To register and pay for this course, click </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/community_programs.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">New
Community Programs Registration Site! <o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton’s
office of Community Engagement & Programming has launched our </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastonma.recdesk.com/Community/Home"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">new
registration portal</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
for community events and recreational activities. Make your account today and check out all of our latest offerings!
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</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Ames Free Library Community Survey</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Ames Free Library wants your opinion! <span style="color:black">Your input can help shape the future programming and services at the library. Please take a few minutes to complete our brief community survey. All responses are confidential. Your feedback will
be used to design future library programs and services. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://amesfreelibrary.org/ames-free-library-long-range-plan-2023-easton-survey"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Complete
the survey online</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">,
or call the library with any questions at 508-238-2000. </span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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</span><span style="color:black">Ames Free Library hours and events<br>
</span></b><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">The Ames Free Library is open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 8 PM, on Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and on Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Learn about events, workshops, storytimes and more at
<u>our website</u> or by signing up for <u>our newsletters</u>! Book clubs, storytimes, and more kick off for our fall season in September!<br>
The library is conducting a survey to help establish our long range plan for the next five years. We want to know what you want to see happening at the library! You can
<u>fill out the survey online</u>; it will only take about 10 minutes to complete.<br>
On Saturday, September 16 come by and <u>get your collectibles appraised</u> for free! Patrons are invited to bring your trading cards, video games/consoles, vintage toys, jewelry, and more for appraisal by Rick Keller. Do you have treasure… or trash?! This
program does require preregistration on the library’s website.<br>
Contact the library at 508-238-2000 or </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:info@amesfreelibrary.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">info@amesfreelibrary.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">
with any questions. We hope to see you soon!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Health
& Community Services Transportation News<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Town’s Health & Community Services Dept. is excited to introduce a weekly, no sign-up-required, Wednesday shopping trip to Roche Bros. Plaza (Dollar Tree, Roche Bros., CVS, and more) and we will be stopping at
areas in our community that may have limited transportation throughout the day to provide pick up and drop off. All rides are on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any questions or to sign up for rides, call us at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="tel:(508)%20230-0690"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">(508)
230-0690</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> ext
2.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">The
Art Co-op/Gallery<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Enjoy
an inspiring mix of local artwork at the Art Co-op/Gallery, located at 50 Main Street (small cape house in the midst of Ames Shovel Works Apartments). The Art Co-op/Gallery features Guest Artists as well as the works of many talented, local artists that showcase
and sell fine art in paintings and photography, jewelry, wood turned items (including kitchen ready bowls, platters) handmade baskets, cards and many gift items. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Art
Co-op/Gallery open hours are Saturdays from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm AND Sundays from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Check them out on Facebook: Easton Shovel Town Cultural District and Art Matters Easton MA.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Caregivers
Support Group<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">It can be hard to care for a loved one who is sick or failing, and sometimes it helps to talk to other who understand and may be going through the same thing. Frothingham Hall will be holding a Caregivers support
group in 2023 on the 3<sup>rd</sup> Tuesday of every month from 11:00 am - noon. The group will be facilitated by Brockton VNA Hospice. Please call Frothingham Hall to register for these sessions. 508 230-0690.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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Friends of the Ames Free Library News<br>
</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Friends operate the Book Sale Room at Queset House, which is open whenever Queset House itself is open (from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday through Thursday, and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Friday and Saturday). We accept donations
of gently used books in very good condition during our Saturday hours. Please visit
</span></a></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.amesfreelibrary.org/friends-book-sale-room"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">this
page</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
for our donation guidelines. The Friends welcome new members and volunteers; you can find more information
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.amesfreelibrary.org/friends-library"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk107497311"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">,
where you can also download a copy of our quarterly newsletter.<br>
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<b>Easton Commission on Disability<br>
</b><u>WHAT WE DO</u>:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;mso-margin-bottom-alt:8.0pt;mso-margin-top-alt:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:black;mso-ligatures:none">Advocate for
residents who experience an access or disability related problem in town</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Research local problems
of people with disabilities<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Advise and assist town officials
and employees in ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations that affect people with disabilities<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Provide information, referrals,
guidance, and technical assistance to individuals, public agencies, businesses and organizations in all matters pertaining to disability<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Review and make recommendations
about policies, procedures, services, activities and facilities of departments, boards and agencies of the town as they affect people with disabilities<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Questions
or Concerns?</span></i><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> Contact us at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cod@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">cod@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
or visit our </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/boards_and_committees/commission_on_disabilities/index.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">website</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><u><span style="color:#0563C1;mso-ligatures:none">.</span></u><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Low-and-no-cost
Energy Efficiency Programs</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Before
you make any energy-saving updates to your home or apartment, take a look at the programs<b>
</b>offered by Mass Save, which is open to all residents, and Self Help, a needs-based organization that assists with much more than fuel assistance. Depending on your eligibility, these state programs may cover a portion or all of the cost of the following:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Replacement of your heating
system<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Insulation of walls, attic,
basement<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Air sealing drafty areas
like windows and doors<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Installing energy-saving
programmable thermostats<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Providing LED energy-saving
light bulbs<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Installing water-saving
faucets<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo7">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Replacement appliances such
as refrigerators, window air conditioners, clothes washers, and dehumidifiers, if your current models are deemed inefficient<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Both
Mass Save (</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.masssave.com/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://www.masssave.com/</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">)
and Self Help (</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://selfhelpinc.org/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://selfhelpinc.org/</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">)
are open to Easton homeowners and renters (eligibility varies between programs).<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="color:#1F497D;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Health
& Community Service’s Friendly Caller Program</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">
<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
Town’s HCS Dept. has developed a new program that we are really excited about called the Friendly Caller Program. The purpose of this program is to spread positivity and prevent social isolation. This will be especially important this holiday season! Those
signed up will receive a weekly call from one of our volunteers, where you can share stories or experiences, chat about current events, or just make small talk. This is also a great way to get to know some fellow seniors in town. If you are interested in enrolling
to receive calls, please call Frothingham Hall at 508-230-0690.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Covenant
Congregational Church Weekly Seminar</span></b><br>
<span style="mso-ligatures:none">The Covenant Congregational Church of Easton (204 Center St) will be hosting a weekly seminar entitled “ALPHA,“ beginning SUNDAY Sept 17th at 9 am and will run for 11 weeks. Complimentary breakfast at 8:30 am. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">What
is Alpha??? Alpha is a series of conversations that explore the basics of Christian faith. All are invited to attend no matter your background or belief. We will dig deeper, engage and be challenged in a safe, respectful environment and learn what it means
to be truly free. Invite a friend or neighbor!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The
famous actor and comedian Jim Carey once said that he wished everyone could get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so that they can see that it’s not the answer.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">How
about you? Looking for answers? Is there more to life? <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">You’re
invited to join the millions of people in over 100 countries around the world over the last 25 years who have asked this same question. Join us! For more information please contact the church office at 508-238-6423.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<b>The Children's Museum Easton</b> is a hands-on interactive children’s museum designed for children ages 1 to 5, founded in 1991 on the principle that play and hands-on learning is critically important to successful child development.
<br>
NEW HOURS: Tuesday-Friday 9:30 am – 3 pm, Saturday and Sunday 12:30 pm – 4 pm. Closed Mondays. Last admission 45 mins before closing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">WORLDWIDE
DAY OF PLAY: Saturday, September 30 12:30-4pm. We are happy to announce our participation in the Worldwide Day of Play, a global event presented by Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums on Saturday, September 29. It’s a day when we focus on
the importance play has in our mental health, overall wellness, brain development and socioemotional growth. As a children’s museum, it’s our mission to make playful learning a priority for healthy early childhood development. So, gather up the kiddos and
join us as we encourage families to get up, get out, and start playing! <br>
<b>Please click </b></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.cmeaston.org/visit/whats-new/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">here
for a full list of Upcoming Events</span></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">!<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Easton
Food Pantry</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Distributions
are at the rear of the<u> Fellowship Church</u>, 604 Foundry Street, South Easton, on Mondays from 11:30 am – 3:00 pm. Please see the Food Pantry website </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastonfoodpantry.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://eastonfoodpantry.org</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> and
Facebook page for details and diagrams. <i> The Easton Food Pantry is here to serve residents in need. </i> <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:9.0pt;line-height:normal">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">1. Call in by 5:00 pm Sunday
evenings at (781) 333-6284 and leave the following info on voicemail: name, address, phone #, and number of members in the family. Speak slowly and clearly.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:9.0pt;line-height:normal">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">2. Clients must remain in
their cars at all times. Someone will come to the car to check you in and a volunteer will bring your bag/s to your trunk. Please make certain it is clear.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:9.0pt;line-height:normal">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">3. Wear a mask if you are
unvaccinated or unwell.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:9.0pt;line-height:normal">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">4. Please do not line up
prior to opening, <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">If
you are newly in need of food and supplies, come see us on Mondays from 11:30 am – 3:00 pm. Please bring with you proof of Easton residency, such as a current utility bill, tax bill, etc. that has your name and address on it (drivers licenses are not considered
proof of residency). Stay in your car, and a volunteer will come to register you.<b>
</b><i>For the safety of our clients and volunteers, the Pantry will not open during severely cold or stormy weather. If you are in doubt, call ahead.<o:p></o:p></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Donations:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">If
you would like to donate NON-PERISHABLE food or supplies, we ask that you please use the bins located at Roche Bros, Shaw's, or 50 Oliver St. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY PERISHABLE ITEMS OR EXPIRED FOOD. Monetary donations and local supermarket
gift certificates are always greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to: <i>Easton Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1481, Easton, MA 02334-1481<o:p></o:p></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Due
to space limitations, the Pantry is resuming food drives on a limited basis. Please check the website for guidance and scheduling.
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastonfoodpantry.org/food-donations"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">https://eastonfoodpantry.org/food-donations</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Other
Business: <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Please
leave a message at (781) 333-6284 if you have questions or would like to volunteer. Messages are checked frequently to ensure the mailbox is never full.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk59647659"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Thank
you to the people of Easton for your support! <o:p></o:p></span></i></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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the Town Crier</span></i></b><span style="color:black"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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