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Week of April 21 to April 28, 2022

Lunch is served at the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon, at 11:30 a.m.
Call 978-297-3155 before noon the preceding day to RSVP. Suggested donation of $3 to help cover costs.

Menu for week of April 25-April 29, 2022:

Monday, 4/25: Swedish meatballs, egg noodles, winter blend vegetables, white bread, brownie.
Tuesday 4/26: Breadded cod with Tartar sauce, winter squash, peas and carrots, pumpernickel bread.
Wednesday 4/27: Chicken Jambalaya, brown rice, mixed vegetables, wheat dinner roll, fruit cup.
Thursday 4/28: Sloppy Joe, home fries, California blend vegetables, wheat sandwich bun, fruit cup.
Friday 4/29: Macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, wheat bread, Lorna Doones.

The Winchendon Senior Center vans are available to Winchendon residents 60 years old and older, for local transportation to shopping, social events, medical appointments, and similar activities, with priority given to medical appointments. The van is available for longer distance medical runs to Worcester and surrounding towns. Please call the Senior Center at least 24 hours in advance to reserve the van.

The Senior Center is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30am to 2:30pm, and Friday, 9:00am to 1:00pm.

Stop in for a coffee and goodies continental breakfast Monday – Friday from 9:00am to 10:30am.

April 2022 Senior Center Newsletter (PDF)

Some other on-going activities are:

Chair Yoga on Monday mornings 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Bingo on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Food Pantry is open Monday – Thursday

Up-coming events include:

Sunday, April 24 at 1:00 p.m., a Ham dinner sponsored by the Masons, at the Senior Center – please call to make a reservation
Sunday, May 1 at 2:00 p.m., a Musical Celebration of Lives Lost during the Covid pandemic, at the GAR park (the gazebo)

Spring Break Fun at the Beals Memorial Library

Head out of the house this month and enjoy spring break at the Beals Memorial Library! During the week of April school vacation, the library will be hosting a few fun programs for children and adults alike. All programs are free and open to the public.

On Wednesday, April 20, at 2:00 p.m., the library, in partnership with the Clark YMCA, will kick off their spring break programs by welcoming back their furry, feathery, sometimes scaly friends from Animal Adventures! Come meet the animals and hear some interesting stories about them. Animal Adventures presents a fun and unique learning experience to be enjoyed by people of all ages! This program will be held at the Clark YMCA Field House and registration is not required. The event is funded in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and the Friends of the Library.

On Friday, April 22, at 1:00 p.m., join the library staff for a fun hour of Legos, Games, and More! The library has tons of Legos, and a growing selection of puzzles, board games, and card games. This program is open to children ages 5 to 11, no sign-ups necessary.

On Saturday, April 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the library and HEAL Winchendon will be presenting Sewing with Martha, the first learning opportunity in the Winchendon Skillshare Program. Come to the library for a three-week instructed sewing class, starting on April 23 and continuing on April 30 and May 7. Participants will be making their own tote bag! This program is for kids, grades 6 and up. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required and all sign-ups are online at www.bealslibrary.org/skillshare.

Also on Saturday, April 23 at 7:00 p.m., the library will be rounding out its spring break activities by hosting an evening of jazz with John Arcaro & Band. The concert will feature interpretations of the "Great American Songbook" as well as contemporary jazz compositions. Reserve your seat for this show online at www.eventbrite.com/e/307320272207.

The Beals Memorial Library is located at 50 Pleasant Street in Winchendon and the Clark YMCA is located at 155 Central Street. For more information or to register for upcoming programs, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org.

Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2022 Schedule

Wednesday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Murdock Pops Concert
At Murdock Middle High School Auditorium
3 Memorial Dr.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Sunday, May 29 at 2:00 p.m.
"Veterans' Tribute"
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Sunday, June 5 at 2:00 p.m.
"Beauty"
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Sunday, June 12 at 2:00 p.m.
"Opera and Other Stories"
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Saturday, June 18 at 11:00 a.m.
Summer Solstice Celebration
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Sunday, June 26 at 2:00 p.m.
"Around the World"
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Sunday, July 3 at 2:00 p.m.
"Happy 4th!"
At Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon
126 Central St.
Winchendon, MA 01475

Conductor: James Chesebrough.
Assistant Conductor: Rick Anderson.

All concerts are free of charge.

Winchendon Winds, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is funded in part by the Ashburnham Cultural Council, Athol Cultural Council, Gardner Cultural Council, Phillipston Cultural Council, Royalston Cultural Council, Templeton Cultural Council, Winchendon Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, The Robinson Broadhurst Foundation and the David Greenewalt Charitable Trust.

April Movies at the Beals Memorial Library

If April showers are keeping you indoors, why not pass the time with a good movie? Each month, the Beals Memorial Library in Winchendon hosts a few indoor film events, showing movies new and old, fit for varying ages. Here's what's playing this month:

On Saturday, April 23, at 11:00 a.m., the library will be showing Sing 2 (rated PG) for this month's Family Matinee. Featuring the vocal talents of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, and Scarlett Johansson, this fun animated film reunites audiences with the charming koala, Buster Moon, and his musical friends as they try and convince a reclusive rock star to join their new show.

Finally, on Wednesday, April 27, at 1:30 p.m., join the library for this month's Classic Movie Matinee, where they'll be screening the 1976 film, Network (rated R), starring Faye Dunaway, William Holden, and Peter Finch. In this dark comedy, a fictional television network struggling with poor ratings exploits their deranged former news anchor until things escalate out of their control.

All movie screenings at the library are free and open to the public. Bring some popcorn and come and enjoy the show!

The Beals Memorial Library is located at 50 Pleasant Street in Winchendon. For more information, contact the library at 978-297-0300, email at bealsmemoriallibrary@gmail.com, or visit their website at bealslibrary.org.

Spring Jazz Concert at the Beals Memorial Library

Come to the Beals Memorial Library for an evening of jazz, performed by national and international pianist and recording artist John Arcaro & Band, on Saturday, April 23, at 7:00 p.m. in the library auditorium.

Fans of jazz and piano music are in for a real treat next Saturday when John Arcaro & Band will be performing at the Winchendon library. The concert will feature jazz interpretations of the "Great American Songbook" as well as contemporary jazz compositions. John has performed at major jazz festivals alongside a number of great musicians, including Paquito D'Rivera, Rebecca Parris, Shirley Horn, Maynard Ferguson, and Jack Pezanelli, as well as other shows with performers such as Diahann Carroll, Vic Damone, the Drifters, and the Four Aces.

John has held artist-in-residence status at Centro-Cultural Costariccense Norteamericano in Costa Rica and has also been the pianist for special performances of The Moses Project by composer Walter Robinson with special guest artists Vox One. He is also a Berklee College of Music alumnus and now works as an Assistant Professor there.

When speaking of his musical influences, John has said, "My dad was my first influence as a kid; he played and sang classic standard tunes every night after work. As a child I was always listening, always trying to imitate, and was actually training my ears without knowing it. That shaped my learning style; I'm always processing music by ear."

This musical event is free to attend. Registration is required and seats for the show can be reserved online at www.eventbrite.com/e/307320272207.

This concert is being held in partnership with the Winchendon Music Festival. For more information, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at bealslibrary.org.

Winchendon Presents A Celebration of Lives Lost

On May 1,2022 the Town of Winchendon will be the site of a special event: A Musical Celebration of Lives Lost during the COVID pandemic period from early 2020 to the present. Many of those family members and dear friends did not have a funeral or memorial service, or had limited attendance because of COVID restrictions.

Winchendon musician Bob Jordan, in co-operation with the Old Murdock Senior Center will host the event, which begins at 2:00 p.m. at the G.A.R. Park in Winchendon. Residents of Winchendon, Ashburnham, Templeton, Gardner and Royalston are invited to attend and participate. Bob Jordan and musicians Daniel Gay and Torbin Harding will present a varied musical program carefully curated to be, by turns, reflective, nostalgic, sad, uplifting, life-affirming and relevant, including instrumental and vocal numbers. Part of the program will include the reading of names of loved ones lost during these last two years, and residents of the above towns may submit names and photos (to be used in a photo collage) in advance of the event to the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock St, Winchendon, MA 01475.

This outdoor event is an effort toward community healing and part of the effort to put this difficult period behind us. This musical celebration is intended to provide some closure for those of us who have been isolated during the pandemic.

In the event of cold or inclement weather, the event will be re-scheduled to Sunday, May 15.

For more informtion, contact Bob Jordan at 508-873-1767.

Visit our Facebook page: Celebration of Lives Lost Winchendon Edition.

This program is supported in part by grants from the WINCHENDON, ASHBURNHAM, TEMPLETON, AND ROYALSTON Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Winchendon Music Festival April Dates

Saturday, April 23
7:00 p.m. at Beals Memorial Library
John Arcaro & Band
Jazz interpretations of the "Great American Songbook" as well as contemporary jazz compositions.
Beals Memorial Library
50 Pleasant St.
Winchendon, MA 01475
Free, but limited seating.
Reservations required - Register at this link

Saturday, April 30
7:00 p.m. at the Winchendon American Legion Post 193
Arcadia Players
Works by Handel, Sammartini, Vivaldi, and others.
Winchendon American Legion Post 193
295 School St.
Winchendon, MA 01475
Free, but limited seating.
Reservations required - Register at this link

Winchendon Music Festival, Inc. Andrew Arceci, Director

With support from several institutions: AmazonSmile Foundation, American Legion Post #193, Athol Cultural Council (a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency), Beals Memorial Library, Old Centre Church (First Congregational Church of Winchendon), Robinson Broadhurst Foundation, Walmart Community Grant, Winchendon History & Cultural Center (Murdock-Whitney House), and the Winchendon Cultural Council (a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency).

"An amazing musical and cultural opportunity..." - The Winchendon Courier
"...annual festival where incredible musicians present incredible music." - The Gardner News
"A festival featuring international artists..." - Worcester Telegram & Gazette

Clyde's Corner

It's Happening Around the Winch!

FRIDAY APRIL 22

Legos, Games and More! 1:00 p.m. Part of the Beals Memorial Library's Spring Break program. The library has tons of Legos, and a growing selection of puzzles, board games, and card games. This program is open to children ages 5 to 11, no sign-ups necessary. At Beals Memorial Libraty, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

SATURDAY APRIL 23

Sewing With Martha 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. 3-week class, continues on April 30 and May 7. Participants will be making a tote bag. For kids, grades 6 and up. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required and all sign-ups are online at www.bealslibrary.org/skillshare. Part of the Winchendon Skillshare Program, sponsored by the Beals Memorial Library and HEAL Winchendon. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Family Matinee at the Beals 11:00 a.m. The library will be screening Sing 2 (rated PG). Featuring the vocal talents of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, and Scarlett Johansson, this fun animated film reunites audiences with the charming koala, Buster Moon, and his musical friends as they try and convince a reclusive rock star to join their new show. Free and open to the public. Bring some popcorn and come and enjoy the show! At Beals Memorial Library auditorium, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Fire & Iron Station 857 15th Anniversary Breakout Party 7:00 p.m.- midnight. Buffet, raffles, music by DJ Lance Legace. $20 per person at the door. 50% of proceeds to benefit Winchendon Veterans Housing Project. At PACC, 171 Kendall Pond Rd. W, Gardner.

John Arcaro & Band 7:00 p.m. at the Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. Jazz interpretations of the "Great American Songbook" as well as contemporary jazz compositions. Free but limited seating, registration required. Register at this link. Sponsored by the Winchendon Music Festival.

SUNDAY APRIL 24

Ham Dinner at the Senior Center 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Winchendon Artisan Lodge of Freemasons. Call the Senior Center to make a reservation. At Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

TUESDAY APRIL 26

School Committee Candidates Forum 6:00-7:30 p.m. At the Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. Voters are invited to submit questions in advance, in person at the library or by email to bealsmemoriallibrary@gmail.com by Sunday, April 24. Gregory S. Vine is running for a 3-year term in an uncontested race. A two-year term sees a contested race between: Michael Barbaro (incumbent); Alicia E. Jordan; and Kevin M. Nelson.

WEDNESDAY APRIL 27

Classic Movie Matinee at the Beals 1:30 p.m. The library will be screening the 1976 film, Network (rated R), starring Faye Dunaway, William Holden, and Peter Finch. In this dark comedy, a fictional television network struggling with poor ratings exploits their deranged former news anchor until things escalate out of their control. Free and open to the public. Bring some popcorn and come and enjoy the show! At Beals Memorial Library auditorium, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY APRIL 28

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Dinner will be served in the Parish Hall. This week's menu will be Spring Chicken with seasonal vegetables and dessert. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street. (NO drive-through service; take-out service will begin after all seated diners are served.)

On The Same Page Bookclub 6:30-7:30 p.m. This month's book is The Map of Salt and Stars by Jennifer Zeynab Joukhadar. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. For more information, contact mjvelasco@winchendon.org or hartcamille5@gmail.com.

FRIDAY APRIL 29

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic 3:00-6:00 p.m. at the Clark Memorial YMCA, 155 Central St., Winchendon. Ages 5+, all vaccines, all doses available. Register by calling 978-602-2356 during business hours, walk-ins welcome. Bring vaccine card and insurance card if you have them. Sposored by Montachusett Public Health Network COVID-19 Response Team.

SATURDAY APRIL 30

Crafting for a Cause: Planting Green Beans 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Help create crafts to benefit our community and relax, learn and connect with others! This month, planting green beans for the Community Gardens. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. For more info, call the CAC at 978-297-1667 or email miranda.jennings@healwinchendon.org.

Arcadia Players Concert 7:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., Winchendon. Works by Handel, Sammartini, Vivaldi, and others. Free but limited seating, registration required. Register at this link. Sponsored by the Winchendon Music Festival.

SUNDAY MAY 1

Celebration of Lives Lost, Winchendon Edition 2:00 p.m. Musician Bob Jordan, in co-operation with the Murdock Senior Center of Winchendon presents a musical memorial tribute to those who have passed away since February 2020 and whose families and loved ones have not been able to adequately commemorate their passing. Rain date: May 15. At G.A.R. Park, Spruce St., Winchendon.

MONDAY MAY 2

ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION 8:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. at the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.

SATURDAY MAY 7

Town Wide Earth Day Event 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Town wide clean-up for Earth Day, organized by the Winchendon Board of Health. Volunteers will begin on Pleasant Street, across from the back of Town Hall (109 Front St., Winchendon). All are welcome!

Family Appreciation Brunch 10:00 a.m. Come on out and enjoy brunch put on by Community Heart & Soul. There will be crafts, games, and vendors set up to shop from for any upcoming events including Mother's Day! At the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. If there is rain we will be at the Clark Memorial YMCA, 155 Central St.

Spring Psychic Fair 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Mediumship, psychic readings, totem, chair Reiki, Tarot, Angel card, Akashic Record, Ancient Bone Reading, NEW crystals & stones, NEW tea leaf readings. Readings are $30/15 minute, $55/30 minute. CASH ONLY. At Mystical Magical Marketplace, 48 Central St., Winchendon. 978-297-9790.

WEDNESDAY MAY 11

Appreciative Living Learning Circles 6:00-7:30 p.m. Four week class, Wednesdays May 11-June 1. Designed to help people overcome extreme challenges, navigate major life transitions, rebuild relationships and more. Registration is required. Register at: https://forms.gle/3bqvM7xrPMWgqAnM9\ (Google Form). Supplies will be provided. Participants will get a Certificate of completion. Sponsored by HEAL Winchendon, part of the SkillShare program.

FRIDAY MAY 13

Yoga/Tarot Card Reading/Wine Enlightenment 6:00 p.m. Join us for a special Friday the 13th waxing gibbous moon sequence. Our focus is on our new moon intentions! A time to root & ground to ensure an earthy focused element to our intentions!! Stay for a guided Tarot Card Reading coupled with an earthy toned wine tasting to complete the evenings event!! At Simply Grounded Yoga/Pilates, 5 Summer Dr. Winchendon. To register, visit simplygroundedyogapilates.com.

THURSDAY MAY 12

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:30 p.m. at UU Church of Winchendon. Dinner will be served in the Parish Hall. This week's menu TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street. (NO drive-through service; take-out service will begin after all seated diners are served.)

Porch Nights Resume at the WHCC 5:30 p.m. Come join us every Thursday for some great conversation and exploration of our museum. Bring some snacks, and pull up a rocker and enjoy! At the Winchendon History and Cultural Center, 151 Front St.

SATURDAY MAY 14

Taste of Winchendon II 12:00-4:00 p.m. HEAL Winchendon and the Youth Changemakers reprise last year's Taste of Winchendon Festival. Take part in celebrating the cultures of Winchendon! Come take part in our cultural talent showcase, support your local businesses, enjoy some decadent cultural dishes, and more! Join us in a series of FAMILY FRIENDLY fun activities to celebrate unity in Winchendon! FREE FOOD and fun!! On the Beals Memorial Library lawn, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

MONDAY MAY 16

SPECIAL AND ANNUAL TOWN MEETING 7:00 p.m. At the Murdock Middle High School Auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.

AND COMING UP...

SATURDAY MAY 28

Crafting for a Cause: Upcycled Tote Bags 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Help create crafts to benefit our community and relax, learn and connect with others! This month, making upcycled tote bags from donated clothes. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. For more info, call the CAC at 978-297-1667 or email miranda.jennings@healwinchendon.org.

SUNDAY MAY 29

Winchendon Winds Concert 2:00 p.m. "Veterans' Tribute." At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

SATURDAY JUNE 4

Beals Con 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. We want to bring Winchendon and the neighboring communities together and offer a family friendly space for our communities’ passion and love for geek culture through a mini comic convention. There will be guests, vendors, games, costumes, crafts, food, and fun for people of all ages. Join the Facebook Group for updates! At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

SUNDAY JUNE 5

Winchendon Winds Concert 2:00 p.m. "Beauty" At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

SUNDAY JUNE 12

Winchendon Winds Concert 2:00 p.m. "Opera and Other Stories" At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

SATURDAY JUNE 18

Summer Solstice Celebration 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Join us for a day of FREE community activities! Something for the whole family to enjoy including kids games, inflatables, live music, kids & adults fun runs, field & food vendors! Sponsored by the Clark Memorial YMCA and Athol Savings Bank. At and around Clark Memorial YMCA, 155 Central St., Winchendon.

Winchendon Winds Concert 11:00 a.m. At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

FRIDAY JUNE 24

Food Truck Festival and Battle of the Bands 5:00-9:00 p.m. Summer kickoff! 15 food trucks, up to 8 different bands, vendors, Bull Spit Brewing. At G.A.R. Park, Murdock Ave. and Spruce St., Winchendon. Presented by Winchendon Recreation Dept. and Woo Trucks.

SUNDAY JUNE 26

Winchendon Winds Concert 2:00 p.m. "Around the World" At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

SUNDAY JULY 3

Winchendon Winds Concert 2:00 p.m. "Happy 4th!" At the UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central St.

SATURDAY JULY 23

Covered Bridge Ride and Rifle Raffle 9:00 a.m. Sponsored by Fire & Iron Station 857. Registration for ride starts at 9:00 a.m., kickstands up at 11:00 a.m. $15 per rider and $10 per passenger. 50/50 raffle. As part of the event, Station 857 is raffling a Henry Rifle. Tickets are $10 each, valid FID card required to claim prize. All proceeds to benefit Winchendon Veterans Housing Project. At Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10

Casino Royale 7:00 p.m. Come join us for a night of gambling, silent auction and great conversation to help raise funds for the WHCC! Blackjack, Roulette, Money Wheel and a 50/50 raffle are some of the games you can play all in the backdrop of the gorgeous Murdock Whitney Mansion! At the Winchendon History and Cultural Center, 151 Front St.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 22

2022 Fall Fest 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Downtown, exact locations dependent on Contral Street Reconstruction Project. See 6th Annual Winchendon Fall Festival on the town website for updates and information.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 10

2022 Holiday House Tour 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Come enjoy the multiple well decorated homes around town. Start at the Murdock Whitney, and make a day of touring these beautiful buildings! Sponsored by and beginning at the Winchendon History and Cultural Center, 151 Front St.

ONGOING

Regular ongoing activities will be added as they resume.

MONDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. A representative from Integrity Medicare Advisors will be at the Center to answer your insurance questions. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 to make an appointment. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.

Old Murdock Senior Center 10:30-11:30 a.m. Chair Exercise/Yoga. Please call the Center at 978-297-3155 with any questions. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.

AA Meeting 7:45 p.m. Open meeting, all are welcome. UU Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.

WEDNESDAYS

Old Murdock Senior Center 12:30-2:30 p.m. BINGO! $1.00 cover charge. Please bring your own snack and drink. 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

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

Preschool Playgroup 2:00-3:00 p.m. For families with children up to age 8. Join us for an afternoon of free play, a craft, story time, and music & movement. Masks required for anyone over 2 years old. Presented in collaboration with the Winchendon CFCE. For more information call the library at 978-297-0300 or email CFCE Coordinator Kristin Moran at kmoran@winchendonk12.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

UPDATED: Youth and Family Changemakers Afterschool Program 2:45-4:30 p.m. A free program for kids and families grades K-5. Weekly games, crafts, teambuilding and community service projects. Parent/Caregiver & volunteers welcome. Registration required. Contact 978-616-7065 or admin@healwinchendon.org. Snacks and materials provided. At Toy Town Elementary School, 175 Grove St., Winchendon. Organized by HEAL Winchendon.

Yoga with Paula Lashua-Brisbois 4:30-5:30 p.m. $7.00-$10.00 per class (sliding scale). All skill levels welcomed! Mats and Blocks are available, if needed. These classes are open for Adults and Teens. Call 978-297-0300 for more information. At Beals Memorial Library auditorium, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Celebrate Recovery: A Christ-Centered Recovery Program 6:30-8:30 p.m. Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits. For more information contact Celebrate.Recovery@bbchapel.net or call 978-297-1493. At The Chapel Downtown, 286 Central St., Winchendon.

Town Committee Monthly Meetings by Week

Most Board and Committee meetings are being held online via Zoom. See each Board or Committee's meeting agenda for details about meeting locations and instructions for joining a Zoom meeting by computer or telephone. Masks are mandatory for all in-person meetings.

Agendas, minutes and meeting recordings are now available on the Town website: Agendas, Minutes & Past Meetings

week	MON	TUE	WED	THUR
1st	Toy Town Community Partnership 5:00pm Board of Health 7:00pm	Planning Board 6:30pm *	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 6:30pm *	Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00pm	School Committee 6:00pm
4th	Board of Selectmen 6:30pm

* Planning Board often begins with public hearings, check their webpage.

Calendar of Re-broadcasts of meetings on Local Access Channel 8

Agendas, minutes and meeting recordings are now available on the Town website: Agendas, Minutes & Past Meetings

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 Taylor Tower at 978-297-0085, or email her at ttower@townofwinchendon.com If you wish to keep a copy of the recording, there is a $5 fee per recorded file.

Times, locations, agendas and related documents for meetings are listed on the page for each individual committee on the Town of Winchendon website.

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Lifeguards Wanted!

The Clark Memorial YMCA, 155 Central St., Winchendon, is now hiring lifeguards for numerous shifts. Contact Julie at j.whittemore@clarkymca.org for more info. APPLY HERE: www.theclarkymca.org/about-us/employment-opportunities

Information Technology Department Hiring Two IT Interns

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HOURS: 19 Hours per week -flexible schedule
COMPENSATION: $15.00 hr.
The Town of Winchendon seeks to hire two (2) IT interns. The persons hired will assist the Winchendon IT, Planning and Building department personnel with scanning documents to create digital files. Tasks include preparing documents for scanning, the actual scanning of the documents, checking the quality of the scanned documents and compiling the electronic files on server. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age and possess a high proficiency with all necessary computer skills. The temporary position(s) work under the supervision of the IT Director and run through June 30, 2022.
Please submit an expression of interest to: Don O’Neil, IT Director, 109 Front Street, Winchendon, MA 01475 or via email at: doneil@townofwinchendon.com. Positions are open until filled.

The Town of Winchendon is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.