The Winchendon Courier
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Week of October 3 to October 10, 2019

WINCHENDON FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 12, 10:00-3:00

Central Street from Blair Square to the Hometown Cafe
Fun for the Whole Family!
Come support local businesses and organizations!

Live Bands ~ Kids' Activities ~ Street Performances ~ Bouncy Houses ~ Touch-a-Truck ~ over 150 Vendors

Local Businesses and Restaurants/Food Trucks

Schedule of Events

10:00-3:00
10:00-11:30
11:30-3:00
11:30-3:00
11:30
12:00
1:00
1:00
2:00
Majestic Entertainment DJ - 32 Central St
Winchendon Winds Concert - UUCW, 126 Central St
Random Flyer Concert - Grove St extension parking lot
Deacon Express Concert - Mathieu's Parking Lot, upper Central St
K9 Clyde Demonstration - Summer St
Winchendon Fire Dept Demonstration - Summer St
K9 Clyde Demonstration - Summer St
Winchendon Fire Dept Demonstration - Summer St
The Dance Center Performance - 78 Central St

To participate or volunteer,
call Nicole Roberts at 978-297-3537 or email nroberts@townofwinchendon.com


Beals Library Movie Schedule

Thur, Oct 17 at 6:00 p.m. Teen Movie
Spider-Man: Far From Home
Sat, Oct 26 at 11:00 a.m. Family Movie
Toy Story 4
Wed, Oct 30 at 1:30 p.m. Classic Movie Matinee
Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds
Wed, Nov 20 at 1:30 p.m. Classic Movie Matinee
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
Wed, Dec 18 at 1:30 p.m. Classic Movie Matinee
It's a Wonderful Life

All movies are free to the public and shown on our huge 188" screen. The Beals Library is located at 50 Pleasant Street in Winchendon. For more information, call 978-297-0300.

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Menus

Thursday, October 10, 5:30 p.m.
at UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, garlic bread, salad, apple crisp

Thursday, October 24, 5:30 p.m.
at UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.
Roast Pork with Apples and Onions, sides and dessert

Clyde’s Corner

It's Happening Around the Winch!

FRIDAY OCTOBER 4

Benefit Event for Seth of the Rivers Edge. DJ, food, 50/50 raffle, $10 per person. Call or text Melanie for tickets, 978-895-1710. Gardner Elks, 31 Park Street, Gardner.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 5

The South Village Fall Fair 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., in the Park in South Royalston. Hikes, bike rides, Moon Hill Beer Tent, Kids' Games, Music, Police Dog demonstration, Fly Fishing, Massage, Hannah Kacian Hula Hoop Expert, En Plein Air Painting, Historical photos. Presenters and sponsors include D.A.R.E., Kitchen Garden, Royalston Schools Reunion Association, Royalston Fish & Game Club. At noon, speakers Allen Young, Dave Small on Finnish History. For more information call 978-249-3694 or email mimimonette@aol.com, Royalston South Village Revitalization.

Fall Harvest Dinner 4:30 p.m. at the Snowbound Club, 130 Old Baldwinville Road. A beer & wine pairing dinner hosted by the Club. Complete five-course dinner with a tasting with each course of Berkshire Brewery beer & Root Cellar Wine. Menu: deep fried corn fritters with maple syrup, hearty Italian minestrone, harvest mixed greens salad, seasoned beef slow roasted over an open fire, baked stuffed potato, roasted butternut squash, and warm apple crisp. Entertainment provided by Acoustic Eric Love. Tickets $45 per person.

United Parish Pot Roast Dinner 5:30 p.m. $15 per person. Please get tickets in advance by calling the office at 978-297-0616. Join us in fellowship and a home cooked meal! Takeout available after 6:00 p.m. 39 Front St., Winchendon.

MONDAY OCTOBER 7

Paws for Reading 4:00-5:00 p.m. at Beals Memorial Library. This free program is designed to give children, of all ages, the opportunity to gain confidence and improve reading skills by reading aloud to Daisy the Cockapoo! Registration is required. Only Four One-on-one fifteen minute sessions spots available. Call or visit the library to sign up! 978-297-0300, 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

THURSDAY OCTOBER 10

Doc & Talk 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beals Memorial Library. Documentary Film & Discussion Series. This month: Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am. This artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller examines her life, her works and the powerful themes she has confronted throughout her literary career. (2019) PG-13 2h. 978-297-0300, 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 11

The Beals Book Club 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Beals Memorial Library. The Beals Book Club is a discussion group that allows avid readers to discuss themes, plots and characters of selected books. Participate in the stimulating exchange of ideas, observations, and reactions to the current selections. This is a no-commitment book club, attend as many or as few meetings as you like! Group meets on the 2nd Friday of each month. Extra copies of the book coming up for discussion are available at the Circulation Desk for checkout. To find out this month's book call or visit the library today. 978-297-0300, 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 12

Winchendon Fall Festival 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.on Central Street (all of it!). Vendors, community organizations, kids' activities, food, music. If you'd like to volunteer, call Nicole Roberts at 978-297-3537 or email nroberts@townofwinchendon.com--you're needed!

The Kempter's Family Gospel Band Concert 6:30 p.m. at United Parish, 39 Front St., Winchendon. 978-297-0616. Concert is free; plate will be passed for a free will offering to benefit the church.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY OCTOBER 12-13

Aaron Creamer Memorial Race Weekend 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Wachusett Valley Riders Club. 783 Spring St. (Rte 12), Winchendon.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 19

United Parish Ladies Retreat 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. United Parish. Guest speaker, Jeanne Doyon. Catered lunch by Panera Bread. $30 per lady which includes snacks and lunch. Please pre-register by calling the office at 978-297-0616. 39 Front St., Winchendon.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Senior Wellness Day. Representatives from area health care facilities as well as services geared to seniors in our area will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 25

Scary Story Night for Kids Join me, my pretties! 6:00-8:00 p.m. Join the Winchendon History and Cultural Center for a Halloween-themed scary story night for kids! You're welcome to wear costumes and bring something comfortable to sit on, like blankets, sleeping bags, or camp chairs. We will gather around the "camp fire" (indoors, on the floor) for an evening of scary stories read to you by a real witch. Recommended for kids 10 and under. Admission is free (but we always welcome donations!).

SATURDAY OCTOBER 26

Beware and Be Scared 6:00-1:00 p.m. Join the Winchendon History and Cultural Center at both museums for a Halloween costume party and ghost hunt. Tickets are $69 per person. This is a great opportunity to soak up all the spooky Halloween atmosphere you can, while you head out with experienced paranormal investigators to see what you can find. You will explore both the Murdock Whitney and Isaac Morse houses. We provide equipment for you to use, or you're welcome to bring your own.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 30

Kids' Spooky Party 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library. Be spooktacular and wear your Halloween costume and be ready to paint a pumpkin, dance to the Monster Mash, listen to not so spooky stories and munch on pizza and apples followed by a short movie. We will get you ready for the big trick or treat Thursday! Only 30 spots available, call or visit the library to sign Up! Sponsored by the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library. 978-297-0300, 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1

A Taste of Giving 13th Annual Tasting and Dance 7:00-11:30 p.m. To benefit programs and services at the Clark Memorial YMCA. Enjoy a night on the town, featuring music by Souled Out Showband, while sampling local beer, wine, cheese, appetizers and sweets. Tickets $25 per person. Sponsor a table for $300 per table. At American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., Winchendon.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2

Holiday Mailing Party 9:00-10:30 a.m. Operation Winchendon Cares will send its packages for the holidays to those serving from the area. We want to be certain everyone gets a good package with a great variety in time for the festive season, so if you can, bake, add a few words of encouragement to a card, check our list of needed supplies at winchendoncares.com, or come help! At the American Legion Post 193 (downstairs), 295 School St., Winchendon.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9

American Legion 100th Anniversary Ball. 6:00 p.m. Public welcome, tickets $30 per person, available from any Legion family member. 6:00 p.m., cocktails, 6:45 p.m. sit-down dinner, 8:00 p.m. dancing. At the American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., Winchendon.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 10

A walk through time with The American Legion. 1:00-4:00 p.m. American Legion Post 193, 295 School Street, Winchendon. Come celebrate 100 years of Winchendon residents who served our country.

CATURDAY NOVEMBER 16

Ahimsa Haven Benefit Gala 5:00 p.m. Raise your paws for a great cause! Westminster Country Club, 51 Ellis Road, Westminster. Silent auction, buffet dinner, live auction. Tickets $30 per person from ahimsahaven.org.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 14

Holiday House Tour 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Please join the Winchendon History and Cultural Center for one of the favorite events of the holiday season. We have lined up a beautiful selection of homes and buildings this year. You are sure to enjoy it. Also, we will feature our newest acquisition: the Old Centre Church! On the lower level function hall of the church we will have holiday table settings for you to see and enjoy. This is always a fun day for us to showcase all the beautiful homes we have in town. Mark your calendars, this is the biggest house tour yet! Tickets are $20, and that gets you access to all the homes and buildings. Tour them at your own pace, and in any order you like. Tickets available at www.winchendonhistory.com.

ONGOING

MONDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise - exercise to your skill level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Beals Memorial Library 1:00-8:00 p.m. Friends of the Library Book Donation Day every Monday. No textbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries, obsolete non-fiction, books in poor condition or books more than five years old. 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

TUESDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Beals Memorial Library 3:30-4:30 p.m. Lego Club. For Children of all ages. Join in on the fun as the Library Auditorium becomes a Lego construction zone! Come and create, build and express your LEGO creativity! For more information about this and other programs by call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

Beals Memorial Library 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga with Paula Lashua-Brisbois For Adults and Teens. $7.00 Per Class. Yoga mats are available. Please bring your own block. All skill levels welcomed. For more information about this and other programs call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

WEDNESDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Chair Exercise at Old Murdock - exercise to your skill level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. ZUMBA with Alisha. Join Alisha on Wednesday mornings and Zumba! Participate at your comfort level. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Old Murdock Senior Center 10:30 a.m. YOGA with Susan. Even if you’re a beginner, you’ll be gently stretching in no time. Please bring your own mat. Open to everyone aged 50 and up. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Old Murdock Senior Center 12:30 p.m. Even more BINGO! 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Beals Memorial Library 3:30-5:00 p.m. Teen Dungeons & Dragons for Grades 6-12. Have you ever wanted to try a role-playing game? Join us every Wednesday for Dungeons and Dragons! In this classic role-playing game, you create your character, choose how they interact with the story, and use dice to decide the outcomes of your actions. The Beals Library will provide the materials, or bring your own! All skill levels welcomed. Snacks will be provided. For more information about this and other programs by call 978-297-0300 or visit www.bealslibrary.org. 50 Pleasant Street, Winchendon.

BINGO! at Hyde Park 6:00 p.m. Hyde Park residents hold bingo in the community hall every Wednesday night. It's inexpensive, just two cards for 5 cents, and the community is invited! Anyone over the age of 50 is welcome to join in. We'd love to have more players.

Dinner With The Kiwanis 6:30 p.m. The Kiwanis of Winchendon meet the second and fourth Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Carriage House Restaurant. Come be part of the service club that concentrates on helping local children with the Backpack Program at the public elementary schools, Breakfast with Santa and yes, the Family Fun Day with the Massachusetts state level chili cook off every summer. We need your help. Stop in any Wednesday, we’d love to meet you! 660 Spring St., Winchendon.

Scouts BSA Troop 6 for Girls 7:00-8:30 p.m. The Troop offers monthly camp outs, hikes, paddling, peddling, and rock climbing depending on the interests of the youth. Troop 6 for Girls provides rank advancement opportunities, including Eagle Scout, in conjunction with resources from Scouts BSA Troop 6 for Boys, Heart of New England Council, and all National BSA programs. For further information email Troop6.Girls@gmail.com, or stop by a meeting. Sponsored by Gardner American Legion Post 129, 22 Elm St., Gardner, in the lower hall.

Trivia Night at Zoe's 8:00 p.m. Ryan Murphy hosts Trivia Night at Zoe's Restaurant, 435 Spring St., Winchendon. No entry fee, gather your friends and create a team or come anyway and we'll match you up (some people challenge us all by themselves!).

THURSDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:30 a.m. Wii bowling, Pool/Card Games/Shuffleboard. Come join us for Wii bowling, or play a game of pool or shuffleboard upstairs. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

Toy Town Market 4:00-7:00 p.m. The Market will be on the front lawn of the UU Church, 126 Central St., Winchendon, as long as weather permits. New vendors welcome! Applications available at the market or request one at winchendon.agcom@gmail.com.

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Community Dinner 5:30 p.m. First and third Thursdays of the month at Immaculate Heart of Mary church, 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon. Second and fourth Thursdays of the month at UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street, Winchendon. Suggested donation, $2 per person, $5 per family. No one turned away.

SATURDAYS

Toy Town Market 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The Market will be on the front lawn of the UU Church, 126 Central St., Winchendon, as long as weather permits. New vendors welcome! Applications available at the market or request one at winchendon.agcom@gmail.com.

Beals Memorial Library is now open on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Town Committee Monthly Meetings by Week
All Meetings in Town Hall

week MON TUE WED THUR
1st Toy Town Community Partnership
5:00pm
Board of Health
7:00pm
Planning Board
7:00pm
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00pm
School Committee
6:00pm
2nd Winchendon Redevelopment Authority
5:00pm
Board of Selectmen
6:30pm
Finance Committee
7:00pm
Agricultural Commission
7:00pm
Conservation Commission
as posted
3rd Planning Board
7:00pm
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00pm
School Committee
7:00pm
4th Board of Selectmen
6:30pm

Are You a Budget Wiz?
The Winchendon Finance Committee Wants You!

The Town of Winchendon invites interested citizens to volunteer for two vacancies on the Finance Committee. Financial background preferred. Send a letter of interest to:

Town Manager's Office
Attn: Town Moderator
109 Front Street Dept. 1
Winchendon, MA 01475
or send letter by email to:
Khickey@townofwinchendon.com

Call the Town Manager's office if you have questions: 978-297-0085, menu option 5

Town committee meetings are now streamed live on the town website. Go to www.townofwinchendon.com/ and click on the button for "Watch Meetings Live."

To view recordings of past meetings, contact Lindsay at 978-297-0085, or email her at lkuchta@townofwinchendon.com If you wish to keep a copy of the recording, there is a $5 fee per recorded file.

The schedule of meetings is listed on the page for each individual committee on the Town of Winchendon website.

The E.M. Connor Post 193 of the American Legion and the Town of Winchendon Invite You to Honor a Winchendon Veteran by purchasing an Engraved Brick

All active duty military and veterans who at one time resided in the town of Winchendon are eligible to have a brick engraved with their name. Bricks will become a permanent part of the veterans roll call pathway connecting the monuments within the Legion Park.

sample brick

3 lines of 20 spaces, no logo, for $50.00
3 lines of 15 spaces with a logo, for $75.00

Order forms are available at the Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., the Town Hall Tax Office or Not Just Produced, 290 Central St., Winchendon.

Order and pay online at polarengraving.com/americanlegionparkproject

Employment

Xtreme Autobody & Collision Center in Fitzwilliam NH is hiring persons to join our growing business. Seeking the following:
Full-time auto body tech, 40+ hours. Good wages with experience and must have tools.
Full time tow truck operator.
Call 603-585-9700. 218 Rte 12 North, Fitzwilliam, NH.

Christos Place in Winchendon is seeking part-time delivery drivers. Apply in person at 51 Central St., Winchendon. Open daily 11:00am-10:00pm.

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