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Week of July 21 to July 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 July 25-July 29, 2022:

Monday, 7/25: Beef taco, Spanish rice and beans, corn flour tortilla, fruit cup.
Tuesday 7/26: Breaded chicken breast in tomato basil sauce with mozzarella, Cavitappi pasta, Brussels sprouts, whole wheat dinner roll, oreo cookies.
Wednesday 7/27: Pulled pork sandwich with BBQ sauce, whole wheat bun, baked beans, California vegetable blend, fresh pear.
Thursday 7/28: Cheese omelet with cheese sauce, sausage patty, spinach, seasoned home fries, whole wheat dinner roll, fresh peach.
Friday 7/29: Meatloaf in beef gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, multigrain bread, vanilla yogurt.

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.

July 2022 Senior Center Newsletter (PDF)

Some other on-going activities are:

Card games after lunch in the dining room
Bingo on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
SHINE representatives available to answer health insurance questions, Mondays 9:00-12:00 or Tuesdays 10:00-1:00.
Pickleball, Wii games, billiards, jigsaw puzzles and other activities
Fitness room with workout equipment
Assistance with applications for fuel/heating assistance, SNAP, and other resources
Food pantry and clothes closet

Have a Whale of a Good Time at the Beals Memorial Library

Head over to the Winchendon library for some fun summer programs! Each week, as part of their Summer Reading Club, the library will be making waves with some great, ocean-themed activities. Here's what's going on the week of July 18 - 22:

On Tuesday, July 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., join the Beals Memorial Library and the Winchendon Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant (CFCE) for the third week of their Oceans of Possibility Storywalk experience. Follow the path of poster boards set up on the library lawn for an interactive story experience. The third story of the month will be Also an Octopus, by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, a wildly imaginative story about a little girl, an adorable bunny, and an octopus who plays the ukulele. Each child who participates will receive a book while supplies last!

On Wednesday, July 20, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., climb into the belly of a whale when the WhaleMobile visits the Winchendon library! Adventure inside Nile, the life-sized, inflatable humpback whale. Learn about how whales and humans are similar and different, and have a chance to touch baleen, teeth, and bones! This program is intended for children ages 5+ and their grown-ups. There are four, half-hour time slots and space is limited, so contact the library to sign up! This program is sponsored in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library.

Finally, on Friday, July 22, at 1:00 p.m., splish, splash, come make some Sea Creature Crafts! Join Friend of the library, Louise Spofford, in decorating a sea creature plaque that can hang on your refrigerator or hang out in your room. This program has limited space, so contact the library to sign up.

The Beals Memorial Library is located at 50 Pleasant Street in Winchendon. For more information or to sign up for programs, call the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at bealslibrary.org.

Dive into the Beals Memorial Library's Summer Reading Club

The Beals Memorial Library in Winchendon invites the whole community to set sail for some good books this summer by joining their Summer Reading Club! This year's theme is "Oceans of Possibilities." The library will have fun programs, activities, stories, and more for the whole family to enjoy. Register now to participate!

From June 27 to August 6, the Beals will be celebrating and promoting literacy with their Summer Reading Club, open to participants of all ages. Children who sign up can read and record up to 9 hours this summer and for every 90 minutes of reading, they'll get to spin the wheel to win some fabulous prizes! Teens and adults can join in on the fun, too! Read, record, and rate up to 10 books this summer. For every book you log, get one entry for a chance to win a prize of your choice from a selection of amazing prizes! Teen and adult participants who read 10 books will receive a special browsing bag to fill with a bag of books from the library's book sale.

Splash into the library's summer programs by joining them on Wednesday, June 29, at 2:00 p.m. on the library lawn for the Beals Beach Bash! There will be music, crafts, lawn games, and more! Be sure to wear a swimsuit and bring a beach towel for some water fun.

Registration for the Summer Reading Club is open now and can be done in person or online at bealslibrary.beanstack.org/reader365.

The Summer Reading Club's programs and events are sponsored by the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library and the Winchendon Cultural Council. Some of the prizes this summer were generously provided by Subway of Winchendon, Lickity Splitz, Brooks Auto Services, Toy Town Barber, and the Glen Caffé.

The Beals Memorial Library is located at 50 Pleasant Street in Winchendon. For more information, call the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at www.bealslibrary.org/summerreadingclub22.

Manuel King promotes summer reading club

Winchendon Library Director Manuel King and library mascot Hardcover are excited to set sail for summer reading, starting June 27!
Photo courtesy of Beals Memorial Library

July 2022 Events at Otter River State Forest and Lake Dennison Recreational Area

Public programs at Otter River State Forest and Lake Dennison Recreational Area begin on 5/20/22 and run through Labor Day. All programs are free and open to the public, a parking fee may apply. Bring water, wear sunscreen/bug spray, and dress for the outdoors. Sturdy footwear is strongly recommended for hiking programs. An adult must accompany all children. Inclement weather cancels hiking programs. For more information call (978) 939-8962 or visit: www.mass.gov/locations/lake-dennison-recreation-area or www.mass.gov/locations/otter-river-state-forest

There will be no programs from June 5 through June 11.

Otter River State Forest is located at 86 Winchendon Rd, Baldwinville, MA 01436. Lake Dennison Recreational Area is located at 219 Baldwinville State Road, Winchendon, MA 01436.

DAYS OF YORE SHORE TOUR
Sundays 1 pm to 2:15 pm, Mondays 2 pm to 3:15 pm, Thursdays 3 pm to 4:15 pm
Walk along the shore of Lake Dennison with the Park Interpreter. We'll explore the changes to the landscape while we discover old cellar holes and talk about the history of the area. Meet at the Lake Dennison beach by the lifeguard towers. Appropriate for ages 8 and above. About one mile over moderate terrain.

MOBILE NATURE CENTER
Thursdays 1 pm to 2:30 pm
We bring the nature center to you! Check out pelts, skulls, and other items related to the animals that live in the park. Stay for five minutes or an hour! Bring your questions.
Meet by the Lake Dennison lifeguard towers. Appropriate for all ages.

MUCKING ABOUT
Friday, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm (Lake Dennison)
Saturday 1:30 pm to 3 pm (Otter River)
Take a peek under the surface of the water! Explore the bugs, tadpoles, newts and other creatures that live here. We'll use nets and buckets to catch (and then release!) some cool critters. Stay for five minutes or the whole time. Recommended for ages 6 and above. Otter River; Meet at the Nature Center. Lake Dennison; Meet by the Lifeguard towers.

NATURE CENTER OPEN HOUSE
Saturday 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, Sunday 9:30 am to 11 am
Stop by the Nature Center to find out more about Otter River State Forest and the plants, animals, and birds that live here. Check out our wildlife display and learn a little (or a lot) about our local history. Games, books, and activities are available for the kids. Stay for five minutes or an hour! Meet at the Otter River Nature Center. Appropriate for all ages.

SUPER SENSES HIKE
Mondays, 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Animals must use all their senses every day to find food and survive. Come and find out about some of the super senses of the animals that live in the area and use your own senses to explore the world around you. Meet at the Otter River Nature Center. Appropriate for ages 6 and above. Easy terrain, milage will vary week to week.

WELCOME CAMPFIRE
Friday, 7 pm to 8 pm (Lake Dennison)
Saturday 7 pm to 8 pm (Otter River)
Join us at the Nature Center for a welcome campfire. Meet some of your fellow campers as we tell stories and sing songs. We provide the fire, bring your s'mores supplies! Otter River--Meet by the pavilion. Lake Dennison--Meet by the field at the north side of the campground.

Clyde's Corner

It's Happening Around the Winch!

FRIDAY JULY 22

Sea Creature Craft 1:00 p.m. Decorate a sea creature plaque that can hangout on your fridge or hang in your room Limited Space Available, Register Today! Contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Summer Concert 6:00-8:00 p.m. Ron Morey will play. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Department. At the G.A.R. Park gazebo, Murdock Ave. and Grove St., Winchendon. Free to the public, bring a lawn chair or blanket.

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.

TUESDAY JULY 26

Oceans of Possibility Storywalk 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Join the Beals Memorial Library and the Winchendon Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant (CFCE) for a fun, interactive outdoor storytime by following the path of poster boards set up throughout the library lawn. The final story of the month will be The Pout-Pout Fish, by Deborah Diesen. Participating children will receive a free book while supplies last. For more information or to sign up, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at bealslibrary.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 52 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

WEDNESDAY JULY 27

Melissa the Mad Scientist 2:00 p.m. Children age 6-10 (with an accompanying grown-up) can join Melissa the Mad Scientist for some ocean-themed science experiments! Will be held outside. Wear clothes you can get messy in! Space is limited, sign-up required. For more information or to sign up, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at bealslibrary.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 52 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY JULY 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 chili, corn bread and sides. 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 TBA. Copies available at the library circulation desk. For more information, email mjvelasco@winchendon.org or hartcamille5@gmail.com. www.facebook.com/groups/onthesamepagebclub At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

FRIDAY JULY 29

Crochet & Knitting Circle 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Come learn how to crochet or knit! Beginners to experts are welcome. Patterns and basic instruction (if needed) will be provided. Please provide your own needles & yarn. Limited space, Sign Up Today! For more information, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Summer Concert 6:00-8:00 p.m. "Plead the 5th" will play. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Department. At the G.A.R. Park gazebo, Murdock Ave. and Grove St., Winchendon. Free to the public, bring a lawn chair or blanket.

THURSDAY AUGUST 4

Beals Book Club 3:30 p.m. Beals Book Club is a discussion group that allows avid readers to discuss the themes, plots, and characters of selected books. Come participate in the stimulating exchange of ideas, observations, and reactions to the current selections. The library provides the books each month. For more information visit bealslibrary.org or call 978-297-0300. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. (5:15 p.m. for indoor meals, 5:45 p.m. for take-out) at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is pasta and meatball dinner. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

FRIDAY AUGUST 5

Summer Concert 6:00-8:00 p.m. Battle of the Bands winner Faceless Hobos will play. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Department. At the G.A.R. Park gazebo, Murdock Ave. and Grove St., Winchendon. Free to the public, bring a lawn chair or blanket.

THURSDAY AUGUST 11

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 summer salad trio and fresh bread. 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.)

Outdoor Movie Magic at the Beals 7:00-10:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of magic and family-friendly movies on the library lawn. Tonight: Disney's Cinderella with Ed the Wizard entertaining before the film. The Friends Book Sale will be open 6:00-8:00 p.m. In case of rain, the movie will screen the next day (Friday). Dress for evening temperatures. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300 Sponsored by the Winchendon Cultural Council and The Friends of the Beals Memorial Library.

FRIDAY AUGUST 12

THURSDAY AUGUST 18

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

Outdoor Movie Magic at the Beals 7:00-10:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of magic and family-friendly movies on the library lawn. Tonight: Disney's Hocus Pocus with Jason Purdy entertaining before the film. The Friends Book Sale will be open 6:00-8:00 p.m. In case of rain, the movie will screen the next day (Friday). Dress for evening temperatures. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300 Sponsored by the Winchendon Cultural Council and The Friends of the Beals Memorial Library.

SATURDAY AUGUST 20

Bottle and Can Drive to Benefit Class of 2023 9:00 a.m. to Noon. At Murdock High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.

AND COMING UP...

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24

Senator Jo Comerford Visits Beals Memorial Library 6:00-7:00 p.m. As part of her district-wide Library Tour, State Senator Jo Comerford, now representing Winchendon, will visit the Beals Memorial Library to meet with constituents and talk about pressing issues affecting the community. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY AUGUST 25

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.)

Outdoor Movie Magic at the Beals 7:00-10:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of magic and family-friendly movies on the library lawn. Tonight: Matilda with Eddie Raymond entertaining before the film. The Friends Book Sale will be open 6:00-8:00 p.m. In case of rain, the movie will screen the next day (Friday). Dress for evening temperatures. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. 978-297-0300 Sponsored by the Winchendon Cultural Council and The Friends of the Beals Memorial Library.

FRIDAY AUGUST 26

SATURDAY AUGUST 27

Early Voting in State Primary Election 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Town Hall 2nd floor auditoruum, 109 Front Street.

MONDAY AUGUST 29

Early Voting in State Primary Election 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Town Hall 2nd floor auditoruum, 109 Front Street.

TUESDAY AUGUST 30

Early Voting in State Primary Election 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Town Hall 2nd floor auditoruum, 109 Front Street.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 31

Early Voting in State Primary Election 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Town Hall 2nd floor auditoruum, 109 Front Street.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1

Early Voting in State Primary Election 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Town Hall 2nd floor auditoruum, 109 Front Street.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6

State Primary Election poll hours TBA. At Old Murdock Senior Center, 2nd floor, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.

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

MONDAYS

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

TUESDAYS

CAC Farm Stand and YCM Mobile Cafe 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. The Youth Changemakers Cafe sells iced and hot coffee to support their programs. Piper's Mobile Food Cart will be selling hot dogs and sodas from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. On the front lawn of the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

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.

Meet-Up With the Kiwanis 6:30 p.m. 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS EACH MONTH. All are welcome! Come join in community projects, make new friends, make your community better, have some fun! Younger folks welcome. For more information, call Cailte Kelly, 978-413-9930. Hosted by Kiwanis of Winchendon MA. At the Clark Memorial YMCA Community Room (in new gymnastics building down by the bike path), 155 Central St., Winchendon.

THURSDAYS

Porch Nights 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.

Winchendon Farmers' Market 4:00-7:00 p.m. Crafts, fresh farm produce, baked goods. SNAP and HIP accepted. At Veterans' Park, corner of Pleasant and Front Streets. Weather permitting.

SATURDAYS

Winchendon Farmers' Market 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Crafts, fresh farm produce, baked goods. SNAP and HIP accepted. At Veterans Park, corner of Pleasant and Front Streets. Weather permitting.

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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Employment

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

TOWN OF WINCHENDON
PARAMEDIC / FIREFIGHTER
FULL-TIME and PART TIME POSITIONS
The Fire Chief is seeking applications to fill one (1) Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position along with numerous part time firefighter/paramedic positions. Qualified candidates should mail or hand deliver a letter of intent along with a resume to the Fire Chief no later than Wednesday, June 29th at noon. These positions will remain open until filled. Complete job descriptions are available at the fire station which is at 405 Central Street, Winchendon.

Job Qualifications: In addition to the required qualifications outlined in the job description, the candidates must;
Have a minimum; high school diploma or equivalent; two years of firefighting experience or Firefighter I/II training preferred; Massachusetts EMT-P certification or in progress with completion within twelve months; current CPR certification; active Massachusetts Class D driver’s license or higher.
Candidates must possess very good communication skills (both oral and written), computer knowledge, present a positive public image, have a good mechanical aptitude, relate well to children and senior citizens, work well with other employees while following department rules and guidelines.

Full-time pay and benefits will be as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Winchendon and the International Association of Firefighters Local 4542. Part-time Firefighter/Paramedics will start at the current rate of $25.50 per hour.

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

Information Technology Department Hiring Two IT Interns

DEPARTMENT: Information Technology, (IT)
JOB CLASSIFICATION: IT Interns (2) – Temporary, Non-benefited position
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.