Congregational Church of Phillipston, U.C.C.

60 The Common

Phillipston, MA 01331

May 2015

Phillipston

Community

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The Phillipston Congregational Church, U.C.C.

Our Community Church

Sunday Service at 10:00 a.m. Sunday School begins at 10:00 a.m.

Dear Friends,

"When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And

suddenly from Heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and

it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues as of fire,

appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. And all of them

were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the

Spirit gave them ability." Acts 2: 1-4

Jesus had told his disciples, wait in Jerusalem and you will receive the Holy

Spirit. One day while the disciples were waiting, a sound like a strong wind

filled the house. Suddenly, divided flames appeared in the air above each

disciple's head. The disciples watched in wonder and surprise as these beautiful

flames flickered over their heads. The sound of wind and the flames announced

Jesus' gift of the Holy Spirit, a gift for Jesus' church, the Christian church. The

Holy Spirit helped all the disciples speak other languages. They rushed out into

the streets of Jerusalem and told everyone about Jesus, each speaking in a

different language, so that everyone could understand. Three thousand people

believed and were baptized. With the gift of the Holy Spirit, the church began.

Pentecost has been called the birthday of the church.

We will soon be in the Pentecost season, a season that is filled with the Holy

Spirit. Let us worship God, in spirit and in truth.

Your sister in Christ,

Rev. Stephanie C. Flynn

Memorial day parade will be Sunday, May 24 at 9:00 a.m.

THE NEWSLETTER IS ON www.phillipston.com June NEWSLETTER DEADLINE IS May 23

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http://www.phillipston.com/

Thank you!

The Congregational Church of Phillipston would like to thank everyone who joined us for our annual Easter’s Great Gathering held at Red Apple Farm on April 4th. This has become a wonderful Easter event for many

families and the community! Thank you to: Red Apple Farm, Phillipston Police Department, Phillipston Fire Department, Phillipston Lions’ Club for

the many egg hunts, Gardner Ale House, Gardner Ten Pins, Athol Area YMCA, Wilson Bus Co., Theatre at the Mount, Valley Florist, Agway of Gardner, JK Crossroads, Market Basket of Athol, Price Chopper,

Hannaford, The King Phillip Restaurant, Corey and Sons, Lyman’s, Whitney Farm, Divoll Farm, Sysco, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Local Business Vendors (Ladies’ Benevolent Society, Youth Group, Sunday

School, Baldwin Hill Candles, Niemi’s Apiary, Down to Earth, Ann Lyons), Henshaw’s Kitchen Garden, Tim LeBlanc, our MC for the day, and the

many volunteers for private donations, behind-the-scenes planning, collecting donations, ordering supplies, setting up, preparing food, cleaning up. The long winter and lasting snow made things interesting but

all were able to pull together to make the day a success with the help from the E H Merrifield Bus Co bus company as well! With all your kindness

and generosity we were able to carry on an Easter family tradition! In Christian Love, Congregational Church of Phillipston and the Easter’s

Great Gathering Committee.

Phillips Free Public Library 25 Templeton Rd (978) 249-1734

Library Hours: Monday 5-8pm, Tuesday, 9am-2pm Saturday 9am-11am

Board of Trustees Meeting: Thursday, May 7 at 6pm

Booksale

The library will hold a big booksale on Saturday, May 9 from 9am-2pm. There will be

hardcovers, paperbacks and vhs movies for under $1. Free coffee and pastries!

Volunteers

We have a few opportunities for volunteers, if interested, please email Jackie at

Phillipstonlibrary@comcast.net

Book Club

The bookclub will meet on Wednesday, May 14 at 6pm to discuss “The Husband's Secret”

by Liane Moriarty. . If you'd like to be part of this group, and would like a copy of the book,

please call or email Jackie.

Class Visits

Classes will be visiting the library on Tuesday, May 12 . Please hunt for library books that

may be hiding in your homes!

Story Hour

Story Hour will meet on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 through the end of May, and will not

meet during the months of June, July and August.

Summer Reading Program

This year's theme “Every Hero Has a Story” looks to celebrate heros of every kind, and we'd

love for some local heroes to share their experiences with the children who take part in our

program. If you'd like to be a part of this, please call or email Jackie.

WANTED YOUR BOOKS

Book donations are needed for the June

Bazaar Call Karen at 978-249-4466 for drop off

or pick up info. Cookbooks, Gardening, Craft, Mysteries, Romance,

Children Stories, Etc.

Thank you!

mailto:Phillipstonlibrary@comcast.net

Did You Know

Only 6% of the registered voters attend the Annual Town Meeting and they will decide how

all of our taxes and other revenue will be spent.

This years ATM will be on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 PM in the Phillipston Memorial

School gym.

If you wish to participate this year, the warrant for the ATM can be reviewed on the town

website two weeks prior to the meeting.

Because we live in a small town we have the unique opportunity to participate in this

process. If you want your vote to count, you need to attend the ATM.

Phillipston Community Park

The Phillipston Parks and Recreation Committee is proud to announce the first phase of a

new Community Park which will be situated adjacent to the new ball field and behind the

Police Station. With the help of residents from town, the committee will be able to determine

what activities the park can support. An information session is to be held on Thursday, April

30, 2015 in the Phillipston School Gymnasium at 7 p.m. Since this park will be open at all

times to the public, and is intended for use by everyone in town, the committee is hoping for

a big turnout for this meeting. In addition to asking the public for their input in siting a

playground, multi-purpose recreational field, rest areas and trails, funding and construction

costs will be addressed.

The Town was awarded a Partnership Grant for $70,000 by the Commonwealth for the

purpose of creating a park on Town owned land. This should bring the property up to finish

grade. There will be an article on the Town Meeting warrant to accept funding this project

which will be reimbursed by the State as stipulated contractually. To bring the project to

completion, the Parks and Recreation Committee has requested an additional $70,000 from

the Community Preservation Fund. Another article will be on the warrant for this amount.

The Town does not need to raise any funds for this park. The space and the funds are

available. It is time that our young children have a safe playground, that there is a multi-

purpose field and public space for families to have a picnic, or go for a walk on a fully

accessible trail.

My name is Rebecca Martin and I am running for reelection on the Board of Assessors,

Clerk position. I have lived in Phillipston for over 20 years. I am married and have children

that attend the Narragansett school system. I have experience in a variety of job duties

associated with this position and have enjoyed serving Phillipston residents. I am active in

school and civic programs in the town and also served on the Historical Commission. I am

asking for your vote on May 4th.

Trail Dedication 10 a.m. on May 16th

The North Quabbin Trails Associaltion (NQTA) is planning a celebration of the completion

of the 16.3 mile Red Apple Trail system on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Local officials will join

the NQTA members, the Rose family, and all who enjoy hiking and nature at 10 a.m. in the

upper parking lot near the wind turbine for a brief program before heading out on the trail.

There are several trail heads for access for shorter hikes along this trail system. With the

assistance of funding from L.A.N.D. grants, the Phillipston Community Preservation Fund,

and our neighbors, Selectman Tom Brouillet, Reggie and Mel Haughton, Massachusetts

Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, and Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust, and the

generous voluntary efforts of the North Quabbin Trails Association, it is now possible to

hike from Phillipston to Bearsden Woods Conservation Area in Athol and up to Millers

Crossing in South Royalston.

Plan on a beautiful, sunny spring day for a great hike on a wonderful trail system. It is

possible to spot a car at different locations for those who prefer a shorter walk. Check in

with nqtrails@gmail.com for more information.

Ninth Annual Plant Sale

Saturday, May 16, 2015

8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Millers River Environmental Center

For some, Spring means gardening. The members of the North Quabbin Garden Club have

been patiently waiting for the snowbanks to recede, and the ground to warm up so that they

can dig and pot plants for their annual sale. Perennials come from members' gardens, so the

weather plays a crutial part in the success of the sale. All proceeds from the sale go to

supporting the grounds around the Millers River Environmental Center and guest speakers'

honoraria. This is a great time to replenish plants you may have lost this past winter, create

new gardens, and pick up new plants for your garden. Stop by the Millers River

Environmental Center, rain or shine, on Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. to pick up your plants and

meet members of the garden club who will be happy to answer any questions about your

gardens. And please bring some warm, spring weather with you.

The Transfer Station will open for its Summer Hours beginning

Wednesday April 1, 2015.

Every Wednesday from 4:00-6:00pm, and Saturdays 7:45am-1:45pm

PHILLIPSTON RESIDENTS ONLY!

Paid Ad

Please VOTE Timothy Haley for MODERATOR

QUESTION NO. 1

Shall the Town of Phillipston be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two

and one half, so called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued in order to pay for

the following equipment for the Fire Department: self-contained breathing apparatus,

firefighting protective clothing, and Fire hoses?

YES ________ NO________

Article will be on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant

Draft Debt Exclusion Warrant Article – Phillipston Annual Town Meeting,

May 6, 2015 Article______ To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the total sum of

$165,000.0 (one hundred and sixty-five thousand dollars) for the purposes and as shown

amounts below; and as funding therefor, that the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of

Selectmen, be authorized to borrow said sum and issue bonds and notes therefor pursuant to

G.L. c.44, sec. 7, or any other enabling authority; provided, however, that the amounts

appropriated hereunder shall be expressly contingent upon approval by the voters of a

Proposition 2 ½, so called, debt exclusion question pursuant to G.L. c.59, sec. 21C (k):

$78,400.00 (seventy-eight thousand four hundred dollars) for 14 self –contained breathing apparatus, with mask and spare bottles, to be used by the Fire

Department at a cost of $5,600 (five thousand and six hundred dollars) for each

unit;

$73,526.50 (seventy-three thousand five hundred twenty-six dollars and fifty cents) for 30 complete sets of structural firefighting protective clothing to be used by the

Fire Department at a cost of $2,300.00 (two thousand three hundred collars) for

each set;

$13,073.50 (thirteen thousand seventy-three dollars and fifty cents) for the replacement of fire hose in various sizes and lengths.

Or act in relation thereto.

IMPORTANT VOTING DAYS

The Annual Elections of the Town of Phillipston will be held on Monday, May 4, 2015 from

noon to 8pm at the Town Hall, 50 On The Common, Phillipston, MA.

The Annual Town Meeting will be held at 7pm on

May 6, 2015 in the Phillipston Memorial School Gym, 20 on The Common, Phillipston,

MA.

2015 Flea Market at the Bazaar June 13

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Do you have any items from your attic, garage, barn, shop, shed, or cellar you don’t need any longer that we could sell at the bazaar to raise money for our community church? We’ll pick up anytime or you can drop off at church during the week of June 8th to the 12th. The earlier in the week, the better for us for pricing. Call Gerry Gariepy at 978-939-5465 or Jim Potter at 413-559-8832 for pick up.

In the meantime, the flea market trailer at the transfer station is open if you need to drop off things before that date. Thanks so much for the great support from so many. Tools Furniture Kitchen items Toys Books Jewelry Garden tools, ornaments Automotive Electronic items Mowers Games Household articles Holiday things Antiques Baskets Camping equipment Pictures Puzzles Electric appliances Glassware Sporting goods Crafts Plants Dishes Machines and machine parts and anything with an engine

(We can’t take overstuffed furniture, large appliances, or TV’s.)

CONSERVATION COMMISSION Spring-Fall Meeting Schedule (Apr.-Nov.)

First & Third Tuesdays, 7 pm

At Town Hall Annex Building, 15 Templeton Rd.

Mailing Address: 50 The Common

The Commission carries out important duties regarding local

conservation and environmental protection, including permitting

under the MA Wetland Protection Act, monitoring of Conservation

Restricted properties, and management of town Conservation

property.

An opening on the Commission is anticipated in July. Residents

interested in serving are urged to submit a letter to the Board of

Selectmen.

Historical Society of Phillipston Potluck Supper and Annual Meeting

Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 6:30 P.M.

Vestry of Congregational Church

Everyone is invited to come to the annual meeting and potluck supper. It is always a time of good food and good fellowship and a time to catch up on the doings of the Society. The Society has moved ahead in many ways, especially with its new location, septic system, well, and acquisition of the Goulding Village Mill Site property. Besides learning about the activities and plans for the future, the meeting will include election of officers for the coming year. Come and be a part of this important organization. Bring a main dish, salad, or dessert. If you can't come for supper, you're welcome to join us at 7:30 for the meeting.

Phillipston Voters

The fire department is requesting, in total, approximately $480,000 for fiscal 2016.

We’ve been told that our homeowners insurance will double. Check with your own agent as

this may not apply to your policy.

It’s your money! Be sure to vote on May 4, 2015 and go to the Annual Town Meeting on

May 6, 2015.

Sterling Whiting

Munchkinland Daycare has openings Munchkinland Daycare currently has openings for toddlers and preschoolers of parents who travel Rt2 to and from work that need quick and easy access to the highway. We also have before and after school openings for local school age children. We are located just off exit 19 at 10 Royalston Road in Phillipston. Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for over 14 years. Trained in First Aid and CPR with additional training in Early Childhood Development and Child Psychology 108. Large fenced-in play yard for toddlers and preschoolers with an additional back yard for school age children. Meals and snacks provided. Local field trips. Walks to the ice cream store. Above ground pool for summer fun! Safe, fun, loving environment. Call Sandy today! 978-895-6939 Follow us on Facebook @ Munchkinland Daycare

ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION

May 4, 2015

Monday CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION

TO TOWN OF PHILLIPSTON OFFICES

SELECTMEN - 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Thomas L. Brouillet, 34 Baldwin Hill Road, Incumbent

James T. Mackie, 5 Petersham Road

ASSESSOR – 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Rebecca Martin, 35 Brooks Village Road, Incumbent

David E. Manty, 570 Royalston Road

ASSESSOR – 2 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Anthony M. Membrino, 255 Lincoln Road

BOARD OF HEALTH – 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Matthew E. Pearson, 46 Spa Road, Incumbent

CEMETERY COMMISSION – 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Paul E. Bauch, 150 Templeton Road, Incumbent

CONSTABLE - 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Roger M. Wrigley, 40 Schoolhouse Road, Incumbent

LIBRARY TRUSTEE - 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Karen L. Thorn, 60 Petersham Road

MODERATOR – 3 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Timothy R. Haley. 5 Myrtle Road, Incumbent

PLANNING BOARD - 5 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Bernard A. Malouin, Sr., 30 Petersham Road, Incumbent

PLANNING BOARD - 2 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE John Telepciak, 170 Blake Corner Road

TAX COLLECTOR – 2 YR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Sally A. Kastberg, 75 Baldwinville Road, Incumbent

NARRAGANSETT REGIONAL SCHOOL COMMITTEE

3 YR TERM – PHILLIPSTON

VOTE FOR ONE Victoria C. Chartier, 115 Baldwinville Road, Incumbent

NARRAGANSETT REGIONAL SCHOOL COMMITTEE

3YR TERM – TEMPLETON

VOTE FOR TWO Deborah A. Koziol, 55 Winchendon Road, Baldwinville, Incumbent

Rae Ann Trifilo, 226 Royalston Road, Baldwinville, Incumbent

April J. Cover, 24 A Meadowbrook Lane, Templeton

Paid Ad

Taxpayers of Phillipston

I would like to clear up the false rumors that the Fire Chief and Emergency

Management Director is costing the Town $6,000 by taking the Fire Chief's

vehicle home on nights, holidays and weekends.

A rumor is a report passing from one person to another without evidence of

truth, public gossip and hearsay, or to circulate a report without investigation

the truth or falseness of it.

Fact- the Fire Chief gets a salary for 40 hours a week, Monday through

Friday. If he responds to an emergency in Town on nights, weekends or

holidays, he does not get any additional compensation.

FY 13 – 140 hrs for $4,845.40

FY 14 – 136 hrs for $4,706.96

FY 15 – 160 hrs for $5,760.00 with 3 months to go

If the Chief responds to an ambulance call he gets no additional

compensation. The Town will get compensated for 2 EMTs. The gas cost per

year is $3,000, which includes the use while on duty. In the last 3 years, the

Chief has responded to 169 calls for 436 hours or $15,311.90 of no additional

compensation. The gas for the vehicle is $3,000 per year, totaling $9,000 for 3

years. So, I guess you could say it is costing someone $6,000, but it is NOT the

town, it is the Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director himself.

The vehicle that the Chief takes home is not just a car. It is a mobile

command center. In an emergency he is able to have contact with dispatch and

the firefighters responding to the emergency. He can also call for back-up if

needed while responding to the call.

If you take the time to look at the ones who have the most complaints, they

are also the ones who have big tax shelters. This action will benefit only a few,

but permanently removes money from our tax base.

Thank you,

Gordon Tallman

It’s time to cut the clutter!

Join the Community fun at

Phillipstons Town Wide Yard Sale!

Saturday, May 9, 2015 $15 IS ALL IT TAKES - IT’S SO EASY!

Contribute to a good cause, clean out your clutter, & make some extra CA$H!

We will do all of the advertising for you!

Please contact Jennie at 978-790-9279 to list your address on the map.

Encourage neighbors to join, more homes = more customers on your street!

Maps to the different homes participating in the yard sale will be handed out for $1

each on the Common in Phillipston, in the center of town beginning at 7AM! Sponsored by the Friends of the Girl Scouts.

THIN MINT SPRINT!

5K run/walk to benefit the Phillipston Girl Scouts & the Templeton Food Pantry

Saturday, May 2nd

Registration begins at 8:30, race starts at 10:00

Phillipston Town Common

$20 entry fee for the race, Checks can be made payable to Troop 30908

T-shirts for the first 20 participants!

We are also collecting food for the Templeton Food Pantry the day of the race!

Please bring a donation & support this wonderful cause that helps so many in our area!

Need a form? Questions? Call, email, or text:

Jennie Chace: mikiehannahemily@yahoo.com or 978.790.9279

Melissa Kuehl: kuehl385@gmail.com or 508.344.3514

mailto:mikiehannahemily@yahoo.commailto:kuehl385@gmail.com

Run for Recovery – 5k Sunday, May 17, 2015 11:00 am ~ 3:00 pm

MWCC Fitness & Wellness Center

444 Green Street, Gardner, MA Runners & Walkers Welcome - $35.00/person

To register please visit our website: www.aedfoundationinc.org

*Special Guest Speakers *

Entertainment and Food Provided

Informational Booths Provided by Local Agencies

T-shirts for Participants Registered by April 27th

Race is Professionally Timed by North County Quad Series Timing Company

Cash Prize for Top Male and Female Runners

All proceeds to benefit the A.E.D. Foundation, Inc. whose mission is to

ASSIST individuals on their road to recovery as well as their families,

EDUCATE the community by bringing awareness of the disease and

DEFEAT the stigma that is associated with drug addiction.

ATTENTION PHILLIPSTON NEWSLETTER READERS The Phillipston Community Newsletter is put together by The Congregational Church of

Phillipston, U.C.C. The newsletter is available to all nonprofit organizations in town to post

news items or notices of upcoming events. Businesses in town may place ads at $10 for a

Half page and $5 for quarter page. A full page for the newsletter is 7” x 8.5” with a .5”

margin. Ads or news items may be sent by e-mail to newsletter@phillipston.com ,The

Congregational Church of Phillipston, U.C.C will decide what can be put in the newsletter

and also may limit the number of pages in an issue.

All questions or comments can be sent to newsletter@phillipston.com.

JUNE NEWSLETTER DEADLINE IS MAY 23rd

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Alyssa’s Place: Peer Recovery and

Resource Center

Community Based Peer Recovery and Support!

The A.E.D. Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which relies on the support of friends and

donors to fulfill our mission. Please contact us for information on how you can contribute to Alyssa’s

Place and the other support services we provide.

The A.E.D. Foundation Inc. does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion

(creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual

orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not

limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are

committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients,

volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

The A.E.D. Foundation will operate a community peer

recovery and resource center that will provide assistance

to people age eighteen or older seeking help for

substance use, people in recovery, and people affected

by the substance use of a friend or loved one. Some

activities scheduled will include peer support groups,

parent/family support and guidance, movie nights,

karaoke, resume and job skills assistance, yoga, health

and wellness, Narcan training, clothing exchange, and

resources.

(978) 364-0920

Hours of Operation

Sunday (2-6 PM)

Wednesday (6-10 PM)

Friday (6-10 PM)

Located at GAAMHA

208 Coleman Street Ext

Gardner, MA 01440

www.aedfoundationinc.org