The Winchendon Courier - Local Happenings

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Week of June 15 to June 22, 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 June 19-June 23, 2023:

Monday, 6/19: HOLIDAY - Happy Juneteenth!
Tuesday 6/20: BBQ boneless rib patty on whole wheat roll, butternut squash. beets, applesauce.
Wednesday 6/21: Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potato, peas, bisuit, mixed fruit.
Thursday 6/22: Chicken salad, quinoa, spinach salad, oat bread, cupcake or diet dessert.
Friday 6/23: Frittata, ratatouille, roasted potatoes, muffin, yogurt, juice.

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.

June 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

Winchendon's Got Talent!

But you knew that! Are you interested in showcasing your talent at the Saturday, August 5 Community Day at Winchendon Community Park? Get 3 to 5 minutes on the brand new Performing Arts Amphitheater Stage to strut your stuff! Event is free to enter and starts at 1:00 p.m. To sign up, email us at Tnewton@winchendon-ma.gov or sign up at the Recreation Office, in Winchendon Town Hall, 109 Front St., or Beals Memorial Library, at 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. At Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Department.

Winchendon COA Hosts Local Singer Dan Kirouac

Regional entertainer Dan Kirouac will bring a one-hour piano and vocal concert to the Old Murdock Senior Center on Wednesday, June 21 at 11:00 a.m.This will feature radio-friendly pop, rock, and easy-listening songs of the 1960s and 1970s.

The Senior Center is located at 52 Murdock Ave in Winchendon. The performance is open to members of the Winchendon senior community and others as space and interest allow. Inquiries at (978) 297-3155.

The program is supported by a grant from the Winchendon Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Dan Kirouac is a Massachusetts-based musician and singer. More about him can be found at www.facebook.com/DanKirouacMusic.

Winchendon Food Truck Festival Friday, June 23

WooTrucks will co-sponsor the Winchendon Food Truck Festival on Friday, June 23, 2023 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the G.A.R. Park at Grove Street and Murdock Avenue, Winchendon. Admission is free to all.

The Winchendon Food Truck Festival is a community oriented, summer kick-off celebration. Easily accessible just off Rt.12 or Rt. 202, this festival includes a multitude of your favorite food trucks, live musical performances from four bands in a "Battle of the Bands" format, a Beer Garden pouring local craft favorites from Bull Spit Brewing as well as, dozens of area artists and makers tables displaying their wares in a beautifully scenic, historic park setting.

WooTrucks is a food truck commissary, commercial kitchen, and base of operations for food trucks, caterers, bakers, and food entrepreneurs located at 67 Main Street, Boylston MA. Our fully permitted and approved facility to prepare food was established to foster a transparent, self-policing community of food trucks and food entrepreneurs practicing only the highest standards of customer service while maintaining strict adherence to health, sanitation and food codes. WooTrucks operates food truck festivals throughout the region and supplies food trucks to corporate clients, private businesses, breweries, academic institutions, city and town governments. Conact them at events@wootrucks.com

Auditions for "The Odd Couple" at Theatre at the Mount

Theatre at the Mount, Gardner, Massachusetts announces auditions for its October production of Neil Simon's The Odd Couple. Director Craig Cormier is looking for a cast of 8 adults.

This classic comedy opens as a group of the guys assemble for cards in the apartment of divorced Oscar Madison. And if the mess is any indication, it’s no wonder that his wife left him. Late to arrive is Felix Unger, who has just been separated from his wife. Fastidious, depressed, and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal, but as the action unfolds, Oscar becomes the one with murder on his mind when the clean freak and the slob ultimately decide to room together with hilarious results as The Odd Couple is born.

Auditions are Monday, July 10 and Wednesday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m. sharp in room A110 at Mount Wachusett Community College. All auditions are by appointment only.

To schedule an audition appointment, call 978 630-9388 or email your request to box-office@mwcc.mass.edu

Auditions will consist of cold-readings from the script.

Performances of The Odd Couple are October 6, 7, 13, 14 @ 7:30 p.m.; October 15 @ 2:00 p.m.

Rehearsal Schedule: Sundays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630-9162 or visit the Theatre at the Mount web site at https://mwcc.edu/campus-life/tam/

Auditions for Teen Production of "Tilly the Trickster" at Theatre at the Mount

Tilly has a trick for everyone – but what happens when her family turns the tables on her?

Director - Emily Smith
Music Director - Dave Twiss
Choreographer - Dawn Ross

CAST REQUIREMENTS – Ensemble cast of 8 to 12 teenagers (age 14 and up)

Where: Mount Wachusett Community College, room 182

When: Tuesday, July 11 and Thursday, July 13 at 6:00 p.m. sharp - by appointment only; to schedule an appointment, email box-office@mwcc.mass.edu

What to expect at the audition:
A SHORT VOCAL SELECTION WILL BE TAUGHT TO ALL TEENS WHO AUDITION; WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHING FOR A DANCE/MOVEMENT AUDITION; COLD READINGS FROM THE SCRIPT.

Performance Dates: Show at the Mount on October 21 at 2:00pm; on tour OCTOBER 19, 20, 26, 27, and NOVEMBER 3 (Tour dates are weekdays – performers should plan to miss school on these dates)

Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sunday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday evenings

For more information contact Professor Gail Steele at 978 630-9162 or at g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu

Davis Bates
Photo courtesy of Davis Bates

Beals Memorial Library Hosts Award-Winning Storyteller Davis Bates on June 28

The Beals Memorial Library will celebrate the imagination, empowerment, School Vacation and the 2023 Summer Reading Program by presenting a performance for children and families by Parents' Choice Award winning storyteller Davis Bates. Entitled "Raising Our Voices", the program will include songs and stories about empowerment and the imagination from a variety of cultural traditions. Hear about a brave parrot, how coyote got his howl and be prepared to sing, move and clap your hands. The program will include plenty of sing-alongs, as well as a short lesson in how to play the spoons, and an appearance by an Irish dancing wooden dog named Bingo.

Pete and Toshi Seeger called Davis "thoughtful, creative, human, and a fantastic storyteller." Davis' traditional and participatory performance style empowers and encourages audiences of all ages to join in the fun, and to take the songs and stories home with them to share with others. He also encourages listeners to remember and tell stories from their own family and cultural traditions.

Davis Bates has been telling stories for over forty-four years, in schools, libraries, colleges and community settings around New England and across the country. His recording of Family Stories won a Parent's Choice Gold Award and was named one of the year's best Audio Recordings by Booklist Magazine. Davis has also served as director and consultant for several local and regional oral history and folk arts projects. Davis lives in the village of Shelburne Falls, MA, and when he isn't collecting or learning songs and stories, he spends his time working with the Hampshire College Alumni Action Group and gardening and working on pollinator plantings on the Hampshire campus and at home.

The performance will take place at the Beals Memorial Library in Winchendon on Wednesday, June 28 at 2:30 p.m. Be sure not to miss this wonderful of program of family oriented traditional interactive entertainment. For more information call (978) 297-0300. This performance is funded, in part, by a grant from the Winchendon Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

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

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.

Outdoor Yoga with Stephanie at the Winchendon Community Park

Yoga hosted by Stephanie from Simply Grounded Yoga and Pilates at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Dr., Tuesday nights at 6:00 p.m. from May 2 through June 6. Rain dates will be the following Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Single class tickets are $20. Buy a pass for all 6 classes ($100) and get the 1st class FREE! Also receive a free water bottle and entry to win a new yoga mat and tank with a pass for all 6 classes! Classes will be held in the soccer field for this session.

Please contact Tnewton@winchendon-ma.gov if you have any questions.

Buy tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-wcp-tickets-620775414977

The Winchendon Skillshare Program Presents Citizen Science!

The Winchendon SkillShare Program is happy to announce the start of our Citizen Scientist Skillshare Program! The USA National Phenology Network (USA-NPN) monitors the influence of climate on the phenology of plants, animals and landscapes and are looking for volunteers to join our Citizen Science Program called Nature's Notebook and help us collect information on plant and animal species in the Winchendon area. Your data, and data from scientists will help to develop tools to support a wide range of decisions made routinely by citizens, managers, scientists, and others, including decisions related to allergies, wildfires, water, and conservation. No prior experience or long-term commitment required! We welcome amateur naturalists and botanists as well as seasoned professionals. Learn more about phenology and help us record data for scientific research.

Saturdays 9:30-10:3-0 a.m. at the Sunshine Café, Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Register here: https://forms.gle/aiwtm5VhBvoiZwJn6

H.O.P.E. Offers Summer Programs for Kids 5-13

House of Peace and Education (H.O.P.E.) in Gardner is offering two two-week-long sessions and one three-week-long session free of charge for kids aged 5 through 13 this summer. Sessions will run Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The program includes sports and games, interactive learning, meals and snacks, and more.

The sessions are:

July 3-14 (Gardner transportation offered)
July 17-28 (Gardner transportation offered)
July 31-August 18 (Winchendon transportation offered)

Sessions will be held at 29 Pleasant Street, Gardner, MA.

To register, contact Laura Spooner, LSpooner@hopegardner.org

Clyde's Corner

It's Happening Around the Winch!

FRIDAY JUNE 16

Strawberry Festival BBQ 5:00-8:00 p.m. Benefiting Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Music by DJ Mark Desmarais, booths and games. Tickets $20 in advance required, may be purchased in advance or at the rectory, 978-297-0280. At IHM, 52 Spruce St., Winchendon.

Pride Month Movie Night at the Beals 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a free evening of LGBTQ+ films to celebrate pride month this June! Tonight: Love, Simon (rated PG-13). Free and open to the public. For more info, call 978-297-0300 or see bealslibrary.org. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Horse Shoes 6:00 p.m. Not a league. Come at 6pm to pick randomized teams. $5 per person. Winning team takes the$. Cash bar available. Open to the public! At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

Beginning Line Dancing with Marylee 7:00 p.m. No experience necessary. No need to sign up in advance. This is an all genres music class. $10 per person. Cash Bar available. No outside beverages allowed. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

SATURDAY JUNE 17

Summer Lawn Fair 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Vendors, crafts, concessions, freecycle table...something for everyone! At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Winchendon, 126 Central Street. For more info or to rent a vendor space visit https://uucw.ncmuuc.org/

Summer Solstice Fair 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Road race, parade, vendors, entertainment, food. On Central Street, and around the Clark Memorial YMCA, 155 Central St.. Presented by Clark Memorial YMCA and the Athol Savings Bank.

Strawberry Festival 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. Benefiting Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Country Auction under the tent at 5:30 p.m., booths, food & games open at 9:00 a.m. Music by the "Night Fishers", our own George Janicello & Paul Sesia, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. At IHM, 52 Spruce St., Winchendon.

Puppet Show with Tom Knight 10:30 a.m. Join us for a musical puppet show at the library that celebrates reading, the environment and science with hand-made puppets, funny stories, catchy songs and a high degree od audience participation. Each family will receive a free CD while supplies last. Call the library at 978-297-0300 for more info. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

SUNDAY JUNE 18

Strawberry Festival 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Benefiting Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Breakfast served from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., booths, food & games open at 9:00 a.m. Drawing prizes at noon. At IHM, 52 Spruce St., Winchendon.

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

TUESDAY JUNE 20

"My Character, My Counterpart" Workshop for Kids 6:30 p.m. Students in grades 5-8 can learn how connecting with fictional characters can help you learn and grow. Presented by Lynn Murray and Caela Provost. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. For more information, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit their website at bealslibrary.org

WEDNESDAY JUNE 21

Dan Kirouac 11:00 a.m. Radio-friendly pop, rock, and easy-listening songs of the 1960s and 1970s. At Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon.

Friends of the Beals Memorial Library Annual Meeting 6:30 p.m. Community members are invited to learn about upcoming events, Friends' activities and how you can support the library. A photography show by Dale Monette, "Quabbin Then and Now," will be presented after the meeting. For more info, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org/friendofthebealslibrary. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY JUNE 22

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 is ribs, pasta salad and watermelon. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street.

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Encanto, sponsored by Fidelity Bank. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

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), Kuusi Palaa (6:30), and Sheep Dip (7:30pm). At GAR Park, Murdock Ave. & Grove St., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY JUNE 24

Sensory Friendly Saturday at the Library 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Enjoy special library hours designed to provide a safe and friendly environment for children on the autism spectrum and their families. During these hours, friendly library staff will assist patrons through navigating the library and its various services: using computers, locating library materials, and more. Sensory toys and accessories will be available to help encourage positive play/interaction and minimize stress and anxiety. The library is not open to the general public during these times. For more info, contact the library at 978-297-0300 or visit bealslibrary.org/autism. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Annual Brewfest 2:00-7:30 p.m. Come sample some brews & wines from local breweries & vineyards. Food by: Sweet & Savory and Thee Taco Dude! Music by Sarah French & The Traveling Jones Band. Local Artisans, Raffles, & inside bar open. $20 for brew tasting, $ 5 for general entry without sampling the brews. Cheers to Summer 2023! At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

Annual Brewfest After Party with A.K. Cody 7:30-11:30 p.m. Join me at the Snowbound Club for the Annual Brewfest! I’ll be performing during the After Party 7:30-11:30pm. Come hollar with us!! At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon, MA.

Whitney Doucet Sunshine3 Acoustic Trio 5:00-8:00 p.m. Whitney Doucet and Sunshine3 is an acoustic trio that plays pop, country, rock and everything in-between. With two female vocals and acoustic guitar. At Bull Spit Brewing Company, 4 Summer Dr., Winchendon.

SUNDAY JUNE 25

Old Centre Cemetery Stone Cleaning 9:00 a.m. Doing some light clean-up, cleaning of stones, minor repairs if there are enough hands on deck. Please wear appropriate clothing that can get dirty. Also bring a couple gallons of water, as well as a drink for yourself. If you would like gloves please bring them. Will be using a biological cleaner, eye protection and gloves recommended- will have several pairs of safety glasses and gloves but please bring if you own. Rakes and any helpful lawn tools appreciated as well! Organized by the Winchendon History and Cultural Center. At Old Center Cemetery, Hall Road.

American Legion Riders Chapter 193 Spring Breakout 11:00 a.m. Corn hole, slow ride, other games, 50/50 and basket raffles, burgers, hot dogs, sausage, salads. At the Winchendon American Legion Post 193 Pavillion, 295 School St. 978-297-0754.

TUESDAY JUNE 27

End-of-School Party at Lickity Splitz 5:00-8:00 p.m. Join us on the last day of school to kick off the summer! We will be hosting a free dance and bubble party for all to enjoy at Lickity Splitz. Part of the profits from 3:00-8:00 p.m. will be donated to the TTE and MES PTO. Come enjoy some great food and ice cream, support the kids and a local business! At Lickity Splitz, 231 Main St., Winchendon.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 28

"Raising Our Voices" Performance 2:30 p.m. Parents' Choice Award winning performer Davis Bates will share songs and stories about empowerment and the imagination from a variety of cultural traditions, for children and families. Free and open to all. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon. For more info, call 978-297-0300. Funded in part by the Winchendon Cultural Council and Massachusetts Cultural Council.

THURSDAY JUNE 29

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 is a hot dog bar, five-bean salad and dessert. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street.

On the Same Page Book Club 6:20-7:30 p.m. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Top Gun: Maverick, sponsored by Tenney Remodeling. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

SATURDAY JULY 1

All American BBQ Community Day 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all. Featured performer Winchendon Winds Concert Band in their final concert of the 2023 season, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Trivia contest, badminton, bocce, croquet, watermelon eating contest, food vendor All Purpose Bakery. Bring a chair or blanket, and your own picnic lunch if you want. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission. At the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd.

THURSDAY JULY 6

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 hamburgers and French fries. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Sing 2, sponsored by Winchendon Furniture. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

FRIDAY JULY 7

2023 Summer Concert Series 6:00 p.m. Performers: The BIG RanDom. "Rocking in the Free World," a tribute to American Rock & Roll! At the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. Free to the public. 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.

THURSDAY JULY 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 TBA. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 126 Central Street.

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, sponsored by By Light Unseen Media. 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.

SATURDAY JULY 15

SUNDAY JULY 16

Bonnie Page Medium 2:00 p.m. Bonnie Page, Medium, live, at the Winchendon Community Park! Join Bonnie as she brings messages from heaven down to earth. $25 per person. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bonnie-page-at-the-winchendon-community-park-tickets-628679496297 Rain date: July 30, 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by Winchendon Parks & Recreation. 86 Ingleside Dr., Winchendon.

WEDNESDAY JULY 19

LaughCrafters in the Library 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free workshop for students ages 13-18. Unleash your talent and imagination with the Phantom Sheep Players, as they lead fun and hilarious theater games that teach YOU how to create comedy on the spot! No experience necessary to come play! For more information and to register contact bealsmemoriallibrary@gmail.com or 978-297-0300. Sponsored by Winchendon Cultural Council and Friends of the Library. At Beals Memorial Library, 50 Pleasant St., Winchendon.

THURSDAY JULY 20

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 Parishioners' Potluck. Free-will donation $2 per person, $5 per family; no one turned away. 52 Spruce Street, Winchendon.

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Space Jam, sponsored by Fidelity Bank. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

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.

Line Dancing with Marylee! 7:00-8:30 p.m. This is a beginner class. No experience necessary. This is an all genres music not just country. $10 per person to join. No need to sign up in advance. Cash bar available. The club does have air-conditioning. At the Snowbound Club, 130 Baldwinville Rd., Winchendon.

SATURDAY JULY 22

TBR Southern Rock at Bull Spit! 6:00-8:00 p.m. Are you ready to Southern Rock!? Please join us for an evening of classic southern rock hits from Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Georgia Satellites, The Allman Brothers Band and others. We will be sure to throw in a few of our "Women Rock" songs as well. So grab your 10 gallon hats, boots, sunglasses and your southern rocker friends and come on down to the Pop Up Bull Yard and cut the rug with us! And it's free as a bird! Well, except for the awesome brew, wine and grits from the food truck. It's sure to be a Saturday Night Special! See y'all there! At Bull Spit Brewing Company, 4 Summer Dr., Winchendon.

SUNDAY JULY 23

Car Show 12:00-4:00 p.m. Car show, food trucks, Wachusett Brewery Truck, live music by Darren Bessette, 50/50 raffles and more! To benefit Ahimsa Haven Animal Rescue. We are your local all volunteer, non-profit animal rescue! All years welcome - antique, custom, bobbers, gassers, dragsters, special interest cars, bikes trucks and muscle cars straight out of the factory!. Please enter and exit respectfully - No burnouts please:) $15 per car reserved in advance, $20 at the gate.

THURSDAY JULY 27

Movie Night at the Park Dusk. Family movie, Back to the Future, sponsored by Winchendon Furniture. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd.

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.

AND COMING UP...

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. Music and performances from "Winchendon's Got Talent" contestants! Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. August's theme is "Lazy Hazy Dayz of Summer." Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

Massachusetts State Chili Cook-off 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. This fun-filled event brings together chili lovers from all over the state to compete for the title of the best chili recipe. Join us for a day of delicious chili tasting, live music, and family-friendly activities. Sample a variety of chili recipes and vote for your favorite, then watch as our panel of judges crowns the winner of the state championship. Whether you're a chili connoisseur or just looking for a fun day out with your family and friends, the Massachusetts state chili cook off has something for everyone. At Bull Spit Brewery, 4 Summer Dr., Winchendon. Sponsored by the Kiwanis of Winchendon.

THURSDAY AUGUST 10

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, 86 Ingleside Rd, Winchendon. Music sponsored by LaPointe Law Offices.

FRIDAY AUGUST 18

Winchendon Music Festival 6:00-8:00 p.m.. Andrew Arceci and Winchendon Music Festival artists. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY AUGUST 19

Opening Season at the Amphitheater - Comedy Night 7:00 p.m. Stephanie Peters, Jodi Sloane and Jason Merrill. 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.

THURSDAY AUGUST 24

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.

SUNDAY AUGUST 27

Winchendon Music Festival 2:00-4:00 p.m. The Worcester Jazz Orchestra. At the Winchendon Community Park Performing Arts Amphitheater, 86 Ingleside Rd. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

THURSDAY AUGUST 31

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2

Picnic in the Park 11:00 a.m. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Music by Teen DJ Kaela Rielly. 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.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 14

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.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28

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! Pie Baking and Pie Eating Contests in the Clark parking lot, 10:00 a.m. On Central Street, Winchendon.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Haunted Park Community Day Times TBD. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Music by Plead The 5th. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4

Fall Community Day Time TBA. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 2

Festival of Lights All day. Free and open to all, at the Winchendon Community Park, 86 Ingleside Rd. Theme TBA. Sponsored by the Winchendon Recreation Commission.

ONGOING

MONDAYS

Pickleball 9:00 a.m. At the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

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

Line Dancing Lessons 10:00-11:00 a.m. All ages welcome! At the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

PPAL Family Networking and Social Group 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Are you looking for parent to parent support? Do you need help finding resources to support your child or have questions about services? If you answer "yes," you should definitely attend! This group meets both in person and via Zoom. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. AND Zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85808687434. Funded by the MA Department of Mental Health. For more info contact ParentSupportGroup@PPAL.net. www.PPAL.net, www.facebook.com/PPAL. (No meeting the 5th Tuesday of the month.)

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

Pickleball 9:00 a.m. At the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

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.

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

Girls' Circle Afterschool Program 3:00-4:30 p.m. Presented by the Winchendon Skillshare program. At the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Sign up with this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfas8x0CbK3N-CwCXVK_T49TVuT1OyE408XfMVQAbrVwKEYVQ/viewform

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.

Sunshine Café 3:00-6:00 p.m. Come support youth programs and your community by enjoying fair trade coffee, herb tea, fresh pastries and treats at this 100% youth-run enterprise! Upstairs at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

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.

Porch Nights at the WHCC 5:30 p.m. Starting May 18: Come join us for our summer favorite - Thursdays on the porch! Bring some wine, cheese, or snack and beverage of your choice and enjoy the beautiful mansion! Tour our buildings at your leisure and go back in time at this beautiful property! 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.

FRIDAYS

Pickleball 9:00 a.m. At the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon. 978-297-3155.

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.

SATURDAYS

Sunshine Café 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Come support youth programs and your community by enjoying fair trade coffee, herb tea, fresh pastries and treats at this 100% youth-run enterprise! Upstairs at the Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St.

Winchendon Citizen Science 9:30-10:30 a.m. Become a trained Citizen Scientist and help to collect information on plant and animal species in the Winchendon area. Your data will help develop tools to support a wide range of decisions related to allergies, wildfires, water and conservation. At the Sunshine Café, Winchendon CAC, 273 Central St. Register here: https://forms.gle/aiwtm5VhBvoiZwJn6

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

Agendas, minutes and meeting recordings available on the Town website at Agendas, Minutes & Past Meetings, as well as on the pages for each Board or Committee.

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

Recordings of town meetings may be viewed on the Town Hall YouTube page, under the "Videos" tab. Most meeting videos are posted within a day or two of the meeting.
https://www.youtube.com/@winchendontownhall1022/videos

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Employment

Resident Services Coordinator

Part time, 24 hours per week, $20/hour

The primary function of the Resident Services Coordinator (RSC) is to effectively assist in maintaining resident tenancy through a variety of programs enabling them to age in place.

Major responsibilities:
Welcome new residents, establish contact with existing residents and explain the resident services program and its offerings.
Assist residents who desire access to benefits and services and inform residents and provide support in accessing services successfully.
Develop relationships with local non-profit agencies, social service agencies/providers, residents and community.
Host monthly activities and educational programming with residents related to health and wellness by locating local providers/vendors to present on a variety of related topics.
Provide limited case management and advocacy for residents when services are not being provided by the general service community.
Plan and execute two social events every year with the property manager.
Work in collaboration with Templeton and Barre Housing Authorities.

Location and Commitments:
Templeton Housing Authority Monday and Wednesday (Friday if Monday is a holiday), 12hr/week.
Barre Housing Authority Tuesday and Thursday, 12 hr/week.
Keep a record of resident engagement and assistance provided.
Provide a brief report for the board of directors in Barre and Templeton each month.
Report to and work under the direction of Shaina Cunningham, Winchendon CAC Program Manager.
Required to complete certification by Massachusetts Association Resident Service Coordinators (MARSCH) within the first two years of employment.

Candidate Requirements:
Have a valid driver's license.
Excellent follow through and punctuality.
Have caseworker and advocacy experience.
Have experience working with people and a willingness to learn.

Interested?
To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume with three professional references to Shaina Cunningham at shaina@winchendon-cac.org.
Have questions about the position? Please contact Shaina Cunningham at shaina@winchendon-cac.org, or 978-297-1667.
This search will remain open until June 1st or until the position has been filled