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Week of February 23 to March 2, 2023

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 February 27-March 3, 2023:

Monday, 2/27: Chicken jambalaya, brown rice, broccoli, wheat bread, yogurt.
Tuesday 2/28: French meat pie, roasted Brussels sprouts, pumpernickel bread, 4 ct Oreo cookies or lemon cookie.
Wednesday 3/1: Not available by press time
Thursday 3/2: Not available by press time
Friday 3/3: Not available by press time

The Winchendon Senior Center vans are available to Winchendon residents 55 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.

February 2023 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

HEAL Winchendon Offering Financial Coaching Workshops

HEAL Winchendon, in conjunction with the Winchendon CAC, is offering a free financial coaching program to any residents who are interested. The program runs for eight weeks with a flexible schedule and is available in both English and Spanish. Coaching will be scheduled at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. To enroll, fill out the form at HEAL Financial Coaching Sign-Up (Google form) or call 978-621-4524.

"Rainbow Lunch" for LGBTQI Seniors in Ashburnham

For LGBTQI Seniors (50+), their friends & families. 12:00-2:00 p.m., Second Saturday every month. Upcoming dates: January 14, February 11 and March 11. Vegetarian and Gluten Free Options available on request. At The Community Church, 84 Main St., Ashburnham (Come in the doors on Main Street). Donations graciously accepted but not required. Reserve Your Seat! To share dietary needs or to volunteer email: pastorashburnhamcc@gmail.com or leave a message at 978-827-5553. www.facebook.com/AshburnhamCommunityChurch

Stevens Memorial Library Presents "It's all about the Songs" part 3 on March 9, 2023

Winchendon Musician Bob Jordan continues his monthly music series at Ashburnham's Stevens Library with a look at FOLK MUSIC with a particular focus on Greenwich Village circa 1962. Traditional songs, and those by Bob Dylan, Tom Paxton, John Sebastian, Tim Hardin and other denizens of "The Village" will be played to illustrate the importance of that particular time and place within the history and development of American Folk music. Antecedents like Leadbelly, Josh White, and Woody Guthrie, and Descendants (Folk-Rock, "Freak Folk", and Singer-Songwriters) will be included in this entertaining and informative program.

The event is held at the Library in Ashburnham Ma. At 6:30 p.m. and it’s FREE, with reservations requested by calling 978-827-4115.

For more info contact Bob Jordan at 508 873 1767.

Sunshine Café
February Break Schedule

Date	10:00am- 12:00pm	6:00-8:00 p.m.
Sat 2/18	Closed	Teen Paint & Sip (Mocktails) (registration required)
Tues 2/21	Arts & Crafts for Children	Closed
Wed 2/22	Arts & Crafts for Children	Youth Lego & Board Game Night
Thur 2/23	Arts & Crafts for Children	Teen Sports Night Celtics vs Pacers
Fri 2/24	Arts & Crafts for Children	Teen Open Mic

Sat 2/25, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Middle and High School Students Cooking Class (Registration required).

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS. Teen Paint & Sip for ages 13+, all materials supplied.

Winchendon Skillshare

Do you have a skill?
Would You Be Willing to Teach Your Skills to Youth?
Sign up to Lead a Skillshare!

Winchendon Skillshare is a multi-generational program for local residents, parents, teachers, businesses and organizations to share their skills and knowledge with youth in town. Thanks to the Winchendon Cultural Council, we now have funding to compensate Skillshare teachers for your time. For more information, contact 978-297-1667, winchendon-cac.org

To sign up to teach, go to this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxNOiXWVQK1o30kiKaYYLlx24AAL6YEvdMZQQoIW88WDAX0g/viewform

Youth Changemakers Forming Winchendon Youth Council

Calling all TEENS IN WINCHENDON!!

What do you think about living in Winchendon? Do you wish there were more fun, teen-specific activities for us? Do you think there should be more youth voices involved throughout the town?

The Youth Changemakers of HEAL Winchendon are working towards creating a youth council to ensure our ideas and voices are heard by the town! To do this, we need your help in letting us know what issues are important to you and your perspective on being a youth in Winchendon!

Fill out this super quick survey to tell us what you want to see in town and what is most important to you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nahuACh0D2hItjkQewpU6aevHP1yjs8Gi1ztR4l3pW6ZXQ/viewform

Tickets on Sale for "Man of La Mancha" at Theatre at the Mount

Tickets for Theatre at the Mount's production of Man of La Mancha are now on sale. The show will be performed on February 24 and 25, and March 3 and 4, at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on March 5 at 2:00 p.m.

Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes' seventeenth century masterpiece, Don Quixote, Man of La Mancha is one of the most successful musicals in Broadway history. Powerful, brutal, hilarious, and heartbreaking, Man of La Mancha celebrates the perseverance of a dying old man who refuses to relinquish his ideals or his passion. The celebrated score includes "Little Bird," "I, Don Quixote," "To Each His Dulcinea," and "The Impossible Dream."

Tickets are $24. Click here to buy tickets

Season tickets for all five shows in the 2023 season may be purchased for $90, a discount of 25%. Upcoming shows are Man of La Mancha, Ruthless! The Musical Comedy, Hello, Dolly!, The Odd Couple and Elf The Musical. Click here to buy season tickets

Theatre at the Mount is located at Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner, MA. The box office may be reached at 978-630-9388 or box-office@mwcc.mass.edu. For other information, contact g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu

Clyde's Corner

It's Happening Around the Winch!

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24

Beginner Line Dancing Class with Marylee 7:00-8:30 p.m. $10 per person. No experience necessary. This is an all genres music line dancing class. Cash bar available. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25

String Art Class 2:00-4:00 p.m. presented by Winchendon Recreation Commission and Catherine Bosse. Project colors are fully customizable. For all ages. $35 per person. Class will be held in Town Hall, 109 Front St., Winchendon. For more information, call 978-297-5410 or email Tnewton@townofwinchendon.com

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 28

Frame by Frame Art Mural Project 3:30 p.m. Be a part of a collaborative team of young artists creating a large scale mural consisting of a series of small 8" x 8" interconnected paintings, which each participant will interpret in their own style. The work will be unveiled at an artists' reception in May 2023. Free of charge, snacks provided. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY MARCH 2

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is pulled chicken with tomato and mozzarella salad. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

FRIDAY MARCH 3

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. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St, Winchendon.

Killer Pool Tournament 7:00 p.m. $3 per person to play. Killer pool is an easy and fun pool game. It’s also known as baseball. You don’t need to know any rules to speak of. When it’s your turn: you shoot at any ball on the table trying to make any ball except the cue in any pocket. If you pocket a ball, you live. If you miss, it’s a strike. Three strikes and you’re out. It’s a survivor game pure and simple. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

SATURDAY MARCH 4

Mid Life Crisis 7:00-10:00 p.m. Back by popular demand! Come join us for some great classic rock & roll! You will be dancing & singing along to all your favorites! $ 5 cover. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

THURSDAY MARCH 9

Beals Book Club 3:00-4:00 p.m. Beals Book Club is a discussion group that allows avid readers to discuss the themes, plots, and characters of selected books. Participate in an exchange of ideas, observations, and reactions to the current selections. In the Town Hall 4th Floor Conference Room, 109 Front St., Winchendon.

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 Peachy Pork Chops. 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.)

FRIDAY MARCH 10

Beginner Line Dancing Lessons with Marylee 7:00-8:30 p.m. $10 per person. No outside beverages allowed in as we have a cash bar available. Club opens at 6:30pm! This is an all genres music line dancing class! At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

SATURDAY MARCH 11

Social Issue Panel Discussion - Mental Health 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Part of the One Book, One Community Town-Wide Read. With panelists Marillisa Strand, Madison Eldredge (Parent Professional Advocacy League Youth Leadership Team), Ann Berube (Parent Professional Advocacy League) and Kelci Schultz (Local Outpatient Therapist). The purpose of the Social Issues Community Discussions is to shine a light on the difficult topics, and to give voice to the many residents who have not typically been heard, including youth, and those who are experiencing, or have experienced, the trauma of these problems. Pre-registration required for translation services or child care. Light refreshments funded by The Health Equity Partnership of North Central Massachusetts. At the Bud Fletcher Community Room, Clark Memorial YMCA, 5 Summer Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.

Murder at Mardi Gras 5:00-11:00 p.m. You are invited to the governor's Mardi Gras dinner party at The Snowbound Club. $25.00 includes appetizers, dinner, dessert and entertainment! Come celebrate Mardi Gras New Orleans style and solve the murder mystery with us. Entertainment by Kevin Sheilds after 8:30. Tickets can be purchased at the club or contact sherrypeloquin@gmail.com At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon.

MONDAY, MARCH 13

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

THURSDAY MARCH 16

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is hot dogs and French fries. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

FRIDAY MARCH 17

THURSDAY MARCH 23

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 Irish Dinner. 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.)

FRIDAY MARCH 24

Morton E. Converse Tournament of Plays time TBA. At Murdock Middle High School Auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.

SATURDAY MARCH 25

Flower Arranging Class 2:00-4:00 p.m. Join us for a flower arranging class with To Each His Own Design. Tickets are $25 dollars per person BUT the 1st 5 tickets to use code SPRINGFLOWERS will get $5 off!! To register go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-flower-arranging-tickets-519189629157 . At the Winchendon Town Hall Second Floor Auditorium, 109 Front St.

Morton E. Converse Tournament of Plays time TBA. At Murdock Middle High School Auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.

WEDNESDAY MARCH 29

Reader's Choice Book Club 6:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club for teens and adults! Reader’s Choice is the book club with a monthly theme instead of a monthly book. Read any book you want that fits the theme and share your selection with the group! Last Wednesday of every month, at Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. Book theme for March: "Multigenerational narratives."

THURSDAY MARCH 30

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 Easter Dinner. 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.)

FRIDAY MARCH 31

SATURDAY APRIL 1

Town Wide Easter Egg Hunt 11:00 a.m. Join us for the annual Town Easter Egg Hunt. Games, prizes and visits with the Easter Bunny! Don't miss it. This year more eggs than ever! There will be a rain date of April 2nd. Ages 0-12 are welcome to participate. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Department. At Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr.

THURSDAY APRIL 6

Beals Book Club 3:00-4:00 p.m. Contact the library for this month's title. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is macaroni tuna, salad and dessert. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

THURSDAY APRIL 13

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 Cioppino (Italian Seafood Stew). 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.)

FRIDAY APRIL 14

SATURDAY APRIL 15

Darren Bessette 8:00-11:00 p.m. You asked… we listened…. He is back!! You don’t want to miss this amazing country musician! No cover. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

THURSDAY APRIL 20

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

WEDNESDAY APRIL 26

FRIDAY APRIL 28

One Book, One Community Author Signing 6:00 p.m. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the One Book, One Community Town-Wide Read selection Hey, Kiddo, will hold an author Meet & Greet and book signing at Murdock High School Cafeteria. Registration required. Sponsored by Beals Memorial Library. At Murdock Middle High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon. www.bealslibrary.org/townwideread

One Book, One Community Author Talk 7:00 p.m. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the One Book, One Community Town-Wide Read selection Hey, Kiddo, will give a free public talk at the Murdock High School Auditorium as the culminating event of the Town-Wide Read. Sponsored by Beals Memorial Library. At Murdock Middle High School, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon. (Watch Jarrett's TED Talk on YouTube) www.bealslibrary.org/townwideread

AND COMING UP...

MONDAY, MAY 1

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

THURSDAY MAY 4

Our Neighbor's Kitchen Dinner 5:15 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. 5:45 p.m. for takeout meals. Served in the Parish Hall. This week the menu is taco salad and all the fixings. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

MONDAY, MAY 15

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

THURSDAY MAY 18

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

WEDNESDAY MAY 24

Murdock Pops Concert time TBA. Murdock Middle High School choirs and bands spring performance. At Murdock Middle High School auditorium, 3 Memorial Dr., Winchendon.

SUNDAY JUNE 4

Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" opens its 2023 season with the first of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.

SATURDAY JUNE 10

Grand Opening 3:00-9:00 p.m. The Robinson Broadhurst Foundation Performing Arts Amphitheater will hold a Grand Opening Celebration at the Winchendon Community Park. Live music performed by Cashwood, Kilroy, Faceless Hobos, Bodega Dog, Eddie Raymond, The Shriners and more. Food, drinks, activities, fireworks. free parking. For more information, call 978-297-5410 or email Tnewton@townofwinchendon.com. www.facebook.com/Winchendoncommunitypark, www.winchendoncommunitypark.org/, www.townofwinchendon.com/recreation-commission. At the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive off Maple St.

SUNDAY JUNE 11

Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" continues its 2023 season with the second of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.

SUNDAY JUNE 18

Winchendon Winds Concert Band 2:00 p.m. "Win Winds" continues its 2023 season with the third of four concerts. Refreshments sold on the lawn before and during concert. Free admission. At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street.

FRIDAY JUNE 23

Second Annual Food Truck Festival 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Food trucks galore, Battle of the Bands and plenty of drinks. Be there or be square. Battling Bands line-up: Hit the Bus Band (4:30), The Mighty Suicide Squirrels (5:30), Ruthless Poe (6:30), and Sheep Dip (7:30pm). At GAR Park, Murdock Ave. & Grove St., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY JULY 1

Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. July's theme is "All American BBQ." Featured performer Winchendon Winds Concert Band in their final concert of the 2023 season. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

FRIDAY JULY 7

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: The BIG RanDom. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY JULY 8

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Whiskey Crossing 7:00 p.m. Country music. Tickets $25, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

FRIDAY JULY 14

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Mr. Strickland. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

FRIDAY JULY 21

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Ron Morey. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

FRIDAY JULY 28

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: The Faceless Hobos. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY JULY 29

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - 4EverFab 7:00 p.m. Beatles Tribute Band. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

FRIDAY AUGUST 4

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: Perfect Alibi. At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY AUGUST 5

Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. August's theme is "Lazy Hazy Dayz of Summer." Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY AUGUST 12

Winchenstock 2023 12:00-9:00 p.m. A benefit concert for the Winchendon Community Action Center, "Love 'n Local." Featuring local rockers including the BIG RanDom, Mid Life Crisis and TWO for the ROAD. Food trucks, vendors. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Center, 88 Ingleside Rd, Winchendon. Nusic sponsored by LaPointe Law Offices.

SATURDAY AUGUST 19

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - John Pizzi Comedy Show 7:00 p.m. Comedy. Tickets $15, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY AUGUST 26

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Scott Brown and the Diplomats 7:00 p.m. Rock Band. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2

Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. September's theme is "Back to School Blowout." with a Nerf gun war! Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Reminicients 7:00 p.m. Oldies. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Flock of A**holes 7:00 p.m. 80s Rock n' Roll. Tickets $20, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 23

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Whiskey Johnson 7:00 p.m. Rock n' Roll. Tickets $10, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - The Green Sisters 7:00 p.m. Folk. Tickets $10, or season ticket for $120, available at https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/1811039/events. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 7

Winchendon Fall Fest 2023 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Join us for the 7th annual Winchendon Fall Fest! On Central Street, Winchendon.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Picnic in the Park 3:00 p.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. October's theme is "The Haunted Park." Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4

Picnic in the Park Time TBA. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 2

Picnic in the Park Time TBA. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Dr. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

ONGOING

MONDAYS

Friends Book Sale The Friends of the Library Book Sale has been suspended until the library's infrastructure project is complete. The space is being repurposed for the provision of basic library services while building upgrades are undertaken. The Book Sale will return when the project is complete. Unfortunately, donations cannot be accepted at this time. As always, the Friends appreciate our generous donors and patrons. They help us to to support a wide array of library programming and activities.

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

TUESDAYS

Love'n Local Farm Stand 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

WEDNESDAYS

Love'n Local Farm Stand 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

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

Love'n Local Farm Stand 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

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.

FRIDAYS

Love'n Local Farm Stand 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The CAC Farm Stand accepts SNAP/HIP, debit and credit cards for fresh produce. Inside the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

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 6:00pm *	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 6:00pm *	Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00pm	School Committee 6:00pm
4th	Board of Selectmen 6:30pm

* Time may vary, check current agenda on 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.

Ad Rates and Local Listing Policy

Event listings in Clyde's Corner are free of charge for non-profit, community and town organizations and groups, and for charitable or benefit events.

Short text articles about forthcoming local events are free of charge.

Display ads are published for a fee only

Rates for Display Ads

Display ads must run for a minimum of one week. Payment is required at the time ads are submitted. Graphics should be high resolution and ads must be readable on a cell phone screen. Do not submit an all-graphic ad containing a lot of small print; it will be unreadable on smaller screens. Email the Editor for exact details on the best format for ads.

Business card size:
$25 per week, $100 per month

Double business card size (square):
$40 per week, $150 per month

Full-width banner:
$40 per week, $150 per month

Full width banner at top of front page:
$100 per week, $400 per month

Display ads are posted in full color and will include active links to your website, Facebook page, or email unless you opt out.

Classified ads are $10 per week for up to 100 words, $0.05 per additional word.

The Editor reserves the right to reject any ad for any reason.

Ad design services are available for reasonable rates. Contact Inanna at editor@winchendoncourier.net

Submit ads, Clyde's Corner listings and announcements to Editor@winchendoncourier.net

Employment

Little Anthony's is looking for a full-time chef. Apply in person at Little Anthony's, 678 Spring Street, Winchendon.

The Winchendon School and Sagedining.com on Ash Street is looking for a Server/ prep worker to join our team. hours M-F are 1230pm-8:00pm weekend hours are 8:30 -7:30pm. $16.00 per hour. Off for Christmas. Call 978-297-0911.

Chartwells is hiring part time food service workers for the Winchendon School District. $14.25/hour, Mon-Fri 9:00-2:00, experience preferred. Online applications only. For full details and to apply, go to https://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/USA/job/WINCHENDON-FOOD-SERVICE-WORKER-%28PART-TIME%29-MA-01475/928942700/

Clark Memorial YMCA is hiring Member Service Staff. 15-20 hours per week, afternoon and evening shifts. Fill out an online job application at https://www.theclarkymca.org/about-us/employment-opportunities?fbclid=IwAR2m5tB8xrZiTneeqPocKRfCKs_Cy77BOPwNi68BxYdeGUFyJCigyurzy9c

Winchendon Fire Department

Full Time FF/Paramedic

Job requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent, Massachusetts EMT or Paramedic certification, Firefighter I/II training and 1 year of in-field experience preferred but not required, and a current MA drivers license. Additional job duties & requirements will be reviewed during the interview process. Shift hours run from 7AM-7AM (48 hours per week). Complete schedule will be reviewed at interview.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and references to Chief Thomas Smith, 405 Central St., Winchendon MA 01475 or email TSmith@TownofWinchendon.com.

Salary range and benefits are per WFD Local 4542 contract and varies with experience.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Town of Winchendon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TOWN OF WINCHENDON
OFFICE OF THE TOWN MANAGER
109 Front Street, Dept 1, Winchendon, MA 01475-1758

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

The Director of Development performs a variety of administrative and technical work. Administers day-to-day and long-range land use and community planning effmis. Implements planning strategies identified in adopted plans. Assists Town boards, commissions, including the Winchendon Redevelopment Authority, as needed and/or directed. Manages and executes projects related to master planning, land use, downtown revitalization, zoning, parking/traffic/transpmiation/economic development, affordable housing, energy, cannabis permitting, and as assigned by the Town Manager. Majority of work is performed under typical conditions. Some outdoor work is required for inspection of various land use developments and construction sites, and involves exposure to all weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, and occasionally to fumes and/or airborne particles. Noise level in the office is usually quiet and in the field usually moderate. Manages staff of three. Serves as direct repmi for Conservation Agent, Planning & Development Coordinator, and Planning Land Use Clerk. Bachelor's degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, or a closely related field, with a Master's degree prefened. Three (3) years, or more, of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning. Any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience, with additional work experience substituting for the required education on a year-for-year basis, deemed appropriate by the Town Manager. Stariing pay for this 40 hour/week position ranges from $31.37 to $40.15/Hr. depending on qualifications. Resumes accepted until position is filled with preliminary review of resumes to occur May 19,2022 at 12:00PM. For full job description, please see Winchendon's website www.townofwinchendon.com. Please send your letter of introduction and resume to Town of Winchendon, Attn: Justin Sultzbach, Town Manager, 109 Front Street, Dept. 1, Winchendon, MA 01475 or jsultzbach@townofwinchendon.com. The Town of Winchendon is an EOE/AA employer.