[Eastontowncrier] Town Crier March 9, 2018

[Easton Town Crier]

LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWS AND NOTICES
Now through April 7, 2018: Emergency Certification to Cleanup and Repair Storm Damage in Wetland Areas
Due to the recent storms, the Easton Conservation Commission voted on Monday, March 5, 2018 to allow, for the next 30 days, the removal of felled trees from properties adjacent to town-owned land managed by the Conservation Commission and within wetland resource areas. Structures may be repaired to pre-storm conditions. Clean discharges from flooded buildings may be discharged into wetland areas; storm water management systems may be cleared, repaired but not expanded; and other activities of comparable scope to protect public health and safety.  Notify Andrea Langhauser, the Easton Environmental Planner, of needed storm repair so she can inspect the properties. Ms. Langhauser can be reached at 230-0643 or ALanghauser at easton.ma.us<mailto:ALanghauser at easton.ma.us>. For more information, on the Emergency Certification will be posted on the town web page.
Town of Easton Employment Opportunities
The Town of Easton has the following employment opportunities open:

* Principal Clerk - Department of Planning & Economic Development

* Communications Dispatcher
For more information, and full job posting, please visit Town of Easton Employment Opportunities<http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_opportunities.php>
Department of Public Works Snow and Ice Removal Policy
Winter is here. Please review the DPW's official policy on snow and ice removal, including frequently asked questions, available at this location<https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/23b52541-78ad-e511-8980-001fbc00ed84/Easton_DPW_Snow_and_Ice_Policy.pdf>.
Council on Aging
Snow Removal Reference List Applications are now being accepted:  To assist Easton residents who are unable to remove snow from their private property, The Town of Easton keeps a reference list of individuals willing to assist these residents with snow removal. This list is available in the Town Offices and at www.easton.ma.us/snow<http://www.easton.ma.us/snow>. If you are interested in applying to get on this referral list, you can find an application and more information on this webpage.

MassDOT Files DSEIR for South Coast Rail Project
The MassDOT has announced that the South Coast Rail project<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwMjA3Ljg0OTk2MzkxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDIwNy44NDk5NjM5MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTgzNjcwJmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&101&&&http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/southcoastrail/> is proceeding with the filing of the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR)<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwMjA3Ljg0OTk2MzkxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDIwNy44NDk5NjM5MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTgzNjcwJmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&102&&&http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/southcoastrail/Documents/DESEIR.aspx> with the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) Office. A public meeting will be held on the DSEIR at 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 19, at the Martin Middle School Auditorium in Taunton<http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/Portals/41/Docs/DSEIR/DSEIR_Taunton_Meeting_en.pdf>. Members of the public are encouraged to provide comments on the DSEIR to the Secretary of Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwMjA3Ljg0OTk2MzkxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDIwNy44NDk5NjM5MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTgzNjcwJmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&107&&&https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-energy-and-environmental-affairs> by March 23, 2018. Learn more on how to comment on the SCR website<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwMjA3Ljg0OTk2MzkxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDIwNy44NDk5NjM5MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTgzNjcwJmVtYWlsaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ1c2VyaWQ9Y2tpbG1lckBvY3BjcnBhLm9yZyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&108&&&http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/southcoastrail/Environmental.aspx>.
Meetings Next Week:  March 12 through March 16
Board of Selectmen, Waster Commissioner's, Sewer Commissioner's, Rent Control Board, Planning and Zoning Board, Agricultural Commission, Shovel Town Cultural District Art/Gallery Team, Council on Aging meetings are scheduled for next week. See full time, date, location, and agenda details on our helpful calendar app: Town of Easton Calendar<http://www.easton.ma.us/calendar_app/>. Questions relating to public meetings should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office at (508) 230-0530. Stay informed of all town board and committee business by signing up for email notifications with our Minutes on Demand service! Sign up here.<http://eastontownma.minutesondemand.com/EmailNotifications/Login>
March 14:  Workforce Training Fund Information Session
The Brockton Area Workforce Investment Board (BAWIB), is hosting an information session Workforce Training Fund programs. March 14, 8:30am -10:30am, 4 Hampden, Easton, MA  02375. Topics Include:  features and requirements of each program, funding availability, and application process. For more information and to register for the event, click here<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workforce-training-fund-information-session-south-easton-registration-42248398096?invite=&err=29&referrer=&discount=&affiliate=&eventpassword=>. ALL AREA BUSINESSES WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!
March 19:  South Coast Rail - Public Meeting
South Coast Rail<http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/southcoastrail/Home.aspx> Public Meeting - Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR):  Monday, March 19, 2018 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Martin Middle School Auditorium 131 Caswell Street, Taunton, MA<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwMzAxLjg2MjYzNzcxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDMwMS44NjI2Mzc3MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2OTg5MjkyJmVtYWlsaWQ9c2RhbmllbHNvbkBlYXN0b24ubWEudXMmdXNlcmlkPXNkYW5pZWxzb25AZWFzdG9uLm1hLnVzJnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mZXh0cmE9TXVsdGl2YXJpYXRlSWQ9JiYm&&&101&&&https://goo.gl/maps/sMF8Boni4Z32>.
April 4:  Voter Registration Deadline - Annual Town Election
Wednesday, April 4th is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming Annual Town Election that will be held on Tuesday, April 24th from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM. The Easton Town Clerks Office, located on the first floor of Town Hall, 136 Elm Street, will be open until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 4th for voter registrations. Use these links to check to see if you are a registered voter and your voter status<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/VoterRegistrationSearch/MyVoterRegStatus.aspx> or to Register to vote online<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/>.
April 24:  Annual Town Election 7AM-8PM
The Annual Town Election for the Town of Easton will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 from 7:00AM - 8:00 PM at Oliver Ames High School. Use this link for additional Election Information<http://cms2.revize.com/revize/easton/departments/town_clerk1/election_information.php>. Free Easton Community
Easton Community Calendars covering September 2017 through August 2018 are now available at the Town Offices, Ames Free Library, Easton Historical Society, Frothingham Memorial Hall, and all Easton branches of North Easton Savings Bank. Town information, school events, and civic organization happenings are included. The FREE calendars are provided by North Easton Savings Bank, for the residents of Easton.
The Public Health Nurse will be available for Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar screening for Easton Residents (on a walk in basis, no appointment needed) according to the following schedule:

*        Elise Circle Community Room - Tuesday, March 20 (9:30AM-10:30AM)

*        Town Hall (136 Elm St., Mary Connolly Room, 2nd Floor) - Monday, March 26 (3PM-4PM)

*        Parker Terrace Community Room - Tuesday, April 3 (9:30AM-10:30AM)

*        Frothingham Hall - COA (15 Barrows St) Thursday, April 12 (10:30AM-11:30AM)
To view the Easton Board of Health Public Health Nurse schedule for the entire year, please refer to Public Nurse Schedule<http://www.easton.ma.us/Public%20Nurse%20Schedule%20Town%20of%20Easton%202017.pdf>
COMMUNITY NEWS AND EVENTS
Recreation Department Programs
The Recreation Department is accepting registrations for Tee Ball, Kindergarten Lacrosse,
Running Club, Adult Line Dancing, Adult Fitness and the Full Day Summer Program.
Click here for more information: http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/recreation_programs.php
Tuesday's - Ames Free Library Hosts Story Times for Infants and Toddlers
Have you met our new Children's Librarian, Jessica?  She hosts story times for infants and toddlers. Come check out Wiggle Worms each Tuesday from 10:30 - 11. This weekly event is for mobile toddlers! And we know that at this time of year, you all need to get those little ones MOVING. Wiggle Worms is a fast-paced story time with songs, rhymes, and stories to keep them occupied! This a great way to engage busy bodies with early literacy and opportunities for play. Crawlers and pre-walkers are also welcome. This program will run for about 20 minutes, followed by a playtime with toys that encourage both social and motor skills. No sign up is required; join us when you can. Event Location: Children's Room, Main Library.
Foster Parent Recruitment for the Department of Children and Families
Is there room in your home and heart for a foster child?  The Department of Children and Families is actively recruiting foster parents for children in Easton coming into care. We are searching for individuals or families with the love and patience to help foster children. You can be single, married, partnered, divorced or widowed. You can own your home or rent. We need homes for children aged 0 to 22, which include sibling groups, children with special needs, medically involved children, and infants born, exposed to drugs and older teens. We are looking for long-term foster homes but also have a need for emergency and respite homes, which involve a shorter time commitment on the part of a foster family. Our goal is to provide our foster children with a supportive and healing environment in a home in their own community until they can be reunited with their families or another plan can be made on their behalf. The rewards of providing daily care, guidance and acceptance are immeasurable. If you are thinking about becoming a foster parent, you can learn more about the application process by visiting our website:  www.mass.gov/foster-care<http://www.mass.gov/foster-care> or by calling 1-800-KIDS-508
Ames Free Library - Converting Slides & Negatives to Digital Every Tuesday at Queset House
Come learn how at the Ames Free Library - Queset House. Pat will show you how to use the library's simple scanner to help preserve those memories. Register online for your one-on-one session. Every Tuesday from 10:30AM - 12:30PM. Location:  Queset House, 2nd Floor Digital Media Lab.
Saturday's:  Food Shopping Made Easy at Easton Farmer's Market
Delicious homemade breads, local meats and cheese, and locally and ethically grown produce. We'll see you there! Every Saturday, 10AM-2PM at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall. Welcome Back Jordan Brothers Seafood, along with our other Vendors this week: Foxboro (Cheese); Langwater Farm (Produce - accepts HIP); Bridgewater Village Bakery; Captivating Twists (Baked Goods); Rosie Bud Farm (Honey); Oakdale Farm (Produce - accepts HIP); Shamrock Hives Farm (Meat); Velo Urbano (Coffee); and All Hands In (non-profit natural personal care products that provide for women survivors of human trafficking).
3rd Tuesday Every Month:  Sewing Machine One-on-One
Have you previously sewn on a sewing machine but find yourself without one?  Not to worry the Ames Free Library has a sewing machine available for your use in the Queset House. Schedule a time with Kathy Korona so that she can introduce you to the Necchi sewing machine. Once you have used the Necchi sewing machine in the 30-minute tutorial you can check out the machine for in library use. Sessions are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3PM & 3:30PM, and are by appointment only. Please schedule your session on our website or call 508-238-2000, ext. 3. Event Location:  Queset House, 2nd Floor Makerspace.
February 28 - May 23:  "Free Indeed" at Liberty Baptist Church
Liberty Baptist Church is excited to restart their addictions program called "Free Indeed." This free 12-week program is designed to help people who struggle with addictive behaviors find help and healing from the Word of God. The program begins on Wednesday, February 28 at 6pm, and new class members are invited to come any Wednesday night, even after the program has begun. Liberty Baptist Church is located at 800 Washington Street in Easton. You can get more information about the church by visiting www.mylibertybaptist.org<http://www.mylibertybaptist.org> or by calling (508) 565-8281.
March 10:  Easton Genealogy Club
Stuck on a tough "puzzle" in your family tree? Join Ed Hands and the Easton Genealogy Club where you can use the Ames Free Library's resources to solve the riddle! From 2:30-4:30PM. The Easton Genealogy Club meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Free and open to all! Located at Queset House
March 11:  Easton Historical Society - Open House
The Easton Historical Society's Open House Sunday, March 11 from 1-5PM. Featuring pictures of the 1968 Blizzard in Easton and other major events. Enjoy a beverage and pastries while conversing with other guests. Call 508.238.7774 for more information.
March 13:  Agricultural Commission Meeting featuring Langwater Farm Talk on Composting
Calling all gardeners! Come to the Easton Agricultural Commission Meeting on March 13th at 7PM to hear our own Kevin O'Dwyer of Langwater Farm speak about composting. Cropping and composting are two of the most important tools in managing soil nutrition on an organic farm. In this talk, Mr. O'Dwyer will cover the benefits of using these tools, plus the logistics of making it happen. That would include planning & decision-making, application calculations, what happens to the soil chemistry, managing phosphorus levels, field prep, and the right equipment to use.

The Agricultural Commission meeting is Tuesday, March 13, 2018 in the Easton Town Hall, 136 Elm Street, North Easton. Meeting starts at 6:30 pm, talk begins at 7:00 pm.
March 13:  Kindergarten Orientation - Easton Public Schools
Parents attend kindergarten orientation at their home school at 7PM. For ALL incoming parents of kindergartners for the 2018-2019 school year. Students must be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2018 to attend kindergarten within the Easton Public Schools. (Parents Only Please)
March 16:  Ames Free Library - Third Annual Irish Pub at Queset House
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, come celebrate our third annual Irish Pub at Queset on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 7PM-11PMm at Queset House, 51 Main Street, North Easton<https://maps.google.com/?q=51+Main+Street,+North+Easton&entry=gmail&source=g>. Get your Irish on and join us as we transform Queset House into a rollicking pub for an evening of traditional live Irish Seisiun music featuring Sean Kane, Amy Basse, Kevin Kidd and others. Bring your own instruments, play, and/or sing along!
Enjoy some great Irish appetizers, and an Irish whiskey tasting! Tickets are $35 per person and can be purchased HERE<https://squareup.com/store/AFL/item/irish-pub-at-queset> or at the Library Circulation Desk at the main library on 53 Main Street. We are generously sponsored by Mansfield Bank, the Avery Lee Williams Family Trust, and Kevin Kidd, and Edmund Hands.
March 17:  Celebrate Spring by Making Nesting Balls at the Easton Farmer's Market at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall
At 11AM. Nesting Balls are a creative solution to attract birds to your yard. When birds fly into the region and find a ball filled with nesting materials, they can begin their spring routine. A great gift for avid bird watchers and nature lovers:  Have a ball (!) when you join us to celebrate the upcoming First Day of Spring. (Event starts at 11AM and goes until supplies last.) Event: $7 (All proceeds go to support the farmers market). Sponsored by our very own Alpaca farmers, Karen and David at Kave Rock Farm and the Agricultural Commission of Easton. http://www.allthingsalpacaonline.com/Alpaca_Bird_Nesting_Balls.htm as usual, our vendors will be at the Market from 10AM-2PM selling their delicious produce (accepts HIP), bakery, local meats, cheese, fish, honey, and natural personal care products at the beautiful Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, 3 Barrows Street, North Easton.
March 23:  Benefit Concert for Oakes Ames Memorial Hall - Because The Arts Matter
Southeast School of Music of Easton presents 'Because The Arts Matter', a Benefit Concert for Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, Easton Shovel Town Cultural District Performance and Event Center, on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 7:30PM. Oakes Ames Memorial Hall is an iconic example of H.H. Richardson architecture that is in need of repairs and upgrades, so that it can continue its strong role in the community. Southeast Instructors Rich Cesarini and Jack Colombo will be performing. Pianist Rich Cesarini will be playing a set of unplugged acoustic rock-Americana with guitarist Steve George. Rich's performance credits include regional and national groups 'The Terrifics', 'The Jon Finn Band' and 'The Experts' and recording projects. Songs include selections such as Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty. Shovel Town Brewery will be there serving their fantastic locally crafted beer selections. The Brewery will donate a portion of their proceeds to the Oakes Ames Memorial Hall. Tickets are available online: www.oakesameshall.org<http://www.oakesameshall.org>, or at Southeast School of Music - 447 Turnpike St., So Easton (774-434-5482), and at Easton Shovel Town Cultural District/Art Coop Gallery, 50 Main St. No Easton (open 11-3 Saturday & Sunday).
March 24:  Annual Egg Hunt (ages 2-8)

The Recreation Department invites you to hop over to the Town Offices 136 Elm Street, Saturday March 24th, for this exciting event. Don't forget to bring your basket for carrying eggs. There will be separate sections for different age groups and a special visit from the bunny. The hunt begins at 11AM sharp! In case of inclement weather, the rain date is Sunday, March 25th. Please call the cancellation line at 508-238-3084 or visit www.easton.ma.us<http://www.easton.ma.us> under recreation for rescheduling information. The cost is $3 per child. No advanced registration required.
Deadline March 30:  Scheduling of the Recreation Fields
The Recreation Department is accepting field requests. Facility permit applications are available at www.easton.ma.us<http://www.easton.ma.us> under recreation. Completed paperwork must be submitted by March 30, 2018. Any questions please call the Recreation Department at (508) 238-3084.
April 15:  Town of Easton Rabies Clinic
The Town of Easton will be holding a Rabies Clinic on Sunday April 15, 2018. The Clinic will be held at the Easton Police Station, 46 Lothrop St. from 9AM-12PM. Cats from 9:00 am to 10:00 am; Dogs from 10:00 am to Noon. All dogs must be on a leash and cats should be in carriers. The charge for the vaccine is $10.00. Please call Animal Control with any questions at (508) 230-3353.
About the Town Crier
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