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NEWBURY – It's Addams Family Meets Santa Claus.

In prolifi c local playwright and director Stacey April Fix's latest play, A Not So Normal Christmas, juxtaposes two contrasting themes – the odd, eccentric family that does not know about Christmas with two children who are excited about the arrival of Santa Claus and the holiday season.

Th e annual holiday play with music is performed this holiday season at the Newbury Elementary School theater by 68 elementary-age students, plus one kindergartner, and two adult teachers. Th e play opens this week at 7 p.m. on Dec. 11, 12 and 13, and 1 p.m. on Dec. 14.

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AMESBURY – As Ken Gray was preparing to run for mayor, he asked prominent real estate broker Bill Faulkner what was keeping the city, once a prime manufacturing center, from attracting more commercial and industrial businesses.

Faulkner gave him two reasons – the national economic recession and the proximity of nearby New Hampshire with no sales tax.

Faulkner suggested that Amesbury should court developers of a new hotel. New Hampshire does not have a competitive advantage over Massachusetts in

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A New Hampton Inn May Help Lower Taxesthe hotel business because it too has occupancy taxes. And the region is under-served by hotels.

A new hotel was not a new idea. Amesbury, along with Newburyport, has been trying to get a new hotel built for decades. And building a hotel was floated four years ago for a site on Elm Street behind the Sunoco gas station in the area known as the Golden Triangle, bracketed by Interstates 95 and 495 and Route 110. But the developer backed out because the cost of developing the land was too high.

When Gray was elected mayor almost a year ago, one of the first things on his agenda was to task Community Development Director Bill Scott to create a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan. The TIF plan, approved by the City Council earlier this year, is a financial tool that gives the city a competitive advantage in attracting businesses and investment and creating jobs.

The TIF can reduce local taxes on the value of the new development over a 10-year period.

With the TIF in place, Archgrove Hospitality, which had been looking at the site for years, decided to move ahead and negotiate the purchase of the property at 284 Elm St. to build a proposed $10.5 million, 93-room hotel.

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state's approval of the city's use of the TIF plan, believes Archgrove Hospitality will operate the hotel as a Hampton Inn, bringing in more visitors to will dine at local restaurants.

The city would realize more than $656,000 in tax revenues over the 10-year period as opposed to $113,000 in taxes from the same property without the hotel.

Archgrove, which operates eight hotels in New England, would pay 75 percent less tax in the first five years and 35 percent less over the next five years. Even with the reduction, the city would net four times as much revenue in the first five years than it currently gets and more than eight times in the last five years.

At the end of the 10-year period the property taxes for the hotel would jump to $145,000 a year.

Attracting the hotel is a major step toward Gray's goal of diversifying the city's economy to ease the burden of property taxes on local residents, his primary campaign promise which got him elected by a handful of votes.

While another nail-biting vote count for state representative was going on downstairs at City Hall, Gray talked to The Town Common in his office about the challenges of lowering Amesbury's tax rate, which has been among the top 10 highest in the state for the past few years.

“It has not been easy,” Gray

said. For next year, if approved by the

City Council this week, Amesbury will see its tax rates go down for the first time since 2007.

The mayor's proposal is to lower the residential tax rate from $20.97 to $20.54. Because property values, particularly for single-family homes, have increased in value by 7 percent, the average household will pay $288 more in property taxes than it did this year, but it could have been more.

“It is a small step,” the mayor said. Gray believes it is both a substantive and a psychological victory against the high rates Amesbury residents have been paying.

The lower rate came as a result of an increase in property values and spending restraints at City Hall.

The city is allowed by state law to raise its spending by 2.5 percent each year, but the mayor and city council kept this year's budget at a 1.8 percent increase for next year. Gray imposed a hiring freeze and stopped new capital spending without his approval to reach the goal of less spending.

But he is quick to say, the real solution to lower taxes is the diversification of the city's economy, bringing in more businesses to create jobs and help pay the taxes.

A new Hampton Inn will be a major step in that direction.

A Not So Normal Christmaspeople are singing on their front steps.

The family, which has taken in two recently orphaned children, agrees to go through the Christmas rituals only to make them feel more comfortable in their new home.

The Brown family, like the Addams Family, is wonderfully strange. In this house, a bear rug, clock, statutes and a portrait over the fireplace talk, move and interact with the humans. There is a screaming mimi, who does just that – screams frequently.

When told about Santa's arrival on Christmas eve, one member of the Brown household sums up the family's perspective, “A fat, bearded man coming down the chimney. Stories like that could give a child nightmares.”

A Not So Normal Christmas is a story, told with humor, music and dance numbers, that will brighten the holiday season for even the most Scrooge-like person.

“I really like this play because of the message,” Fix said. “If you feel

that the holiday season is another rerun, come see A Not So Normal Christmas for something unique and different.”

Fix, who escaped Broadway to teach children theater arts on the North Shore, thinks this production is her 32nd play. She knows she has written and directed at least 30 plays. She originally wrote A Not So Normal Christmas six years ago and is bringing it back again because the cast of students this year fit the play with a few adaptations.

Elementary students from throughout the region may join the cast, Fix said. It is not limited to Newbury, although the rehearsals and performances are in the school's theater, which is rented by Theater Workshop Arts.

The cost is $350 per child for more than 100 hours of rehearsals and performances. “That means it costs parents about $3.50 an hour,” Fix said.

In addition to the 68 students, 15 Triton middle and high school students serve as interns for the

performance. They raise the curtains, run the music, sound and light boards. Many of the interns are former elementary cast members.

Johnny Nichols, the music director at Governor's Academy, is the play's choreographer.

Teachers Bonnie Langendorfer and Charlie LaBella perform in the play.

Theater Workshop, which began in 1998 as a self-supporting after-school enrichment program, is dedicated to building a strong creative community celebrating the collaborative work of theater arts across the grades and ages. Its mission is to create an enrichment program that is educationally based and emotionally safe for all participants. Its programs build self confidence and an appreciation for each person’s efforts and offers the highest possible production value in theater arts.

To learn more about Theater Workshop Arts, visit its web site: www.workshopartsinc.org. Registration for the spring play is Dec. 17.

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AN EVENING WITH ANDRE DUBUS III

The Boxford Town Library invites all to attend its December program: West Boxford Wednesdays. New programs on Wednesdays in West Boxford Lincoln Hall, 561 Main St.). The next event is An Evening with Andre Dubus III. This well-known local author of "Townie" and "The House of Sand and Fog" will discuss and read from his latest short story collection, "Dirty Love". Funded by the Friends of the Boxford Library. Wed., December 10, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. All events are free and open to the public but require registration. To register, please visit www.boxfordlibrary.org or call 978-887-7323.

HAMPTON GARDEN CLUB MEETING

The next meeting of the Hampton Garden Club is on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, at 6:30 PM at RoseanneTuholski's home, 231 Mill Road, Hampton, NH. Club members will get together for their annual Christmas Party and Yankee Swap. Each member is to bring a wrapped new item, in the $15 range, to participate in the swap. Members will enjoy the company of good friends and delicious food prepared by Club members who are hosts for the evening. For information about Hampton Garden Club meetings and events, please call Pat Navin at 603-929-6315.

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DARE TO PREPARE - A PRE-PERMIT PROGRAM FOR TEENS AND PARENTS

This program is designed for 14-15 year-olds and their parents. The objective is to initiate conversation between teens and their parents about safe driving before driver's education classes are taken or their permit is obtained. The program provides education about GDL laws and risks common to teen drivers. Thursday, December 11 at 6:00 pm at the Newburyport Public Library. Registration is encouraged. To register online please go to AAA.com/daretoprepare or contact the library Reference Desk at (978) 465-4428 ext. 242. All are welcome to this free event. Please note: This class does NOT fulfill the 2-hour parent class requirement for Drivers Education mandated by the Massachusetts DMV.

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Join us at Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, 93 Portsmouth Avenue (Route 108) in Exeter, NH on Thursday, December 11th from 4 to 10pm. Margaritas will host a Noche Mexicana Fundraiser and donate 15% of pre-taxed food and beverage sales from participating families, friends and supporters to The Carriage Barn Equine Assisted Therapy Programs. Guests can choose items from any menu, including takeout orders. Call Ahead Seating is available by calling (603) 772-2274. Please make sure to let the host or server know that you are there to support the fundraiser, so 15% of your pre-tax food and beverage purchases will be donated to The Carriage Barn. We encourage clients, parents, volunteers, and community members to join us as we raise funds to support our

therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving programs. Please share this invitation with friends, family, and community members. If you have questions about this event, please contact The Carriage Barn at 603-378-0140 or [email protected], or visit our website at www.carriage-barn.org. The Carriage Barn Equine Assisted Therapy Programs is a 501c3 Not for Profit Organization in Kensington, NH that seeks to promote the health & well-being of individuals by enhancing their physical, psychological, cognitive & emotional healing & strengthening through equine activities.

COOKIE WALKThe holidays are fast approaching

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Friday, Dec. 12th and Wednesday, Dec. 17th @ 9:00 am – Noon - Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge, located in Newington, NH. Participants will have an opportunity to visit areas of the refuge that are not normally open to the public. See a diversity of wildlife habitats and learn how the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is managing this very special landscape for conservation. Consider bringing along binoculars and a camera. The tour is limited to 14 participants; no more than 4 individuals per sign-up. This is a vehicle-based tour, with limited stops on the refuge. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the Parker River NWR visitor center in Newburyport no later than 9:00 am OR in the Great Bay NWR parking lot in Newington, NH no later than 9:45 am. (Indicate location you prefer at time of registration.) Preregistration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to cancellation. *Please note: Those who call and leave messages after hours, your registration is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation call from a refuge staff member. Please call (978) 465-5753 to register for this program.

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feather from the ground and wondered what kind of bird it came from or what type of feather it is? Join Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary naturalist Scott Santino for a hands-on introduction to bird feathers. Together we’ll discover and discuss molt, pigmentation, and different feather types and function. Following an indoor introduction, we’ll take a walk to look for birds that winter here and see if we can find a few feathers on the ground to identify. Saturday, December 13, 9:00 a.m.- noon. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. FEE: $19 ($16/Mass Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Saturday, December 13th, 9:00 – 11:00 am - If you have a digital camera but are not quite sure how to use it, then this two hour FREE seminar may be just what the doctor ordered. The presenter, an experienced photographer and educator, will provide an

overview of the entire “digital workflow” – a process that begins with the click of the camera’s shutter and concludes with editing an image on a computer. Learn tips for success and have your questions answered. This program is appropriate for teens and adults. Seminar will take place in the refuge visitor center auditorium. Preregistration is not required. Anyone having a question about a refuge program is asked to contact the refuge at (978) 465-5753.

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If your child wants to learn how to skateboard, scooter or ride a bike in a skatepark, Ramp Camp is the place to start. Rye Airfield offers sessions from single day to week long overnights. Saturday December 13th - Checkout a One Day Ramp Camp for as low as $25. Camp runs from 9a-3p, snacks and lunch are included. Visit www.ryeairfield.com or call 603.964.2800 for more information.

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Held on the following days: Saturday, Dec. 13th @ 9:30 am; Sunday, Dec. 14th @1:00 pm; Saturday, Dec. 20th @9:30 am; Sunday, Dec. 21st @1:00 pm; Saturday, Dec. 27th @ 9:30 am; and Sunday, Dec. 28th @1:00 pm - Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Tour will be conducted via refuge van, with several brief “drive by” stops along the way. The tour will present an “up close and personal” look at the refuge through the multiple lenses of the cultural history of Plum Island and the Great Marsh, native wildlife and their habitats, and the role of refuge management in the conservation of these precious natural resources. Participants may be driven along areas on the refuge otherwise closed to the public. This guided two hour program is most appropriate for older teens and adults. Binoculars and/or a camera are recommended, but not required. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the Refuge visitor center 15 minutes prior to the program start time. Each session is limited to 14 participants; no more than 4 individuals per sign-up. Again, this is a vehicle – based tour, with limited stops on the Refuge. Advance registration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to

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AMESBURY - Th e Market Street Baptist Church invites the public to attend the Christmas Eve Pageant & Family Candlelight Service on Th ursday, December 24th from 5:00-6:00 pm in the church on 37 Market Street, Amesbury MA. Th e Nativity Story is presented in pageant form along with hymns of celebration of Christ's birth and is suitable for all ages. Th e sanctuary is accessible by elevator.

------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - Unmet Needs Raking leaves/Snow Shoveling - Th e Amesbury Council on Aging is in search of volunteers to assist our local seniors in raking up leaves and shoveling out walkways/ stairs. Th is can be a great family project, adopt a senior and help them remain in their homes safely. If you are interested please contact Brenda at the Amesbury COA 978-388-8138 or email her at [email protected]. If you live in Amesbury and want to join our leaf raking list or snow shoveling list (this is for stairs and walk ways only) please contact Brenda. We try and match you up with people who live close to your homes so they can easily get there to clear off your stairs.

------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - Th e Amesbury Council on Aging is in search of volunteers to assist in several diff erent areas. If you are interested please stop by and pick up a volunteer packet. For More information please feel free to call and speak with Jean Marie, Volunteer Coordinator 978 388 8138. Areas of need: 1. Friendly Visitors - visit seniors weekly in their home 2. Penny Mill - price and sell merchandise for the friends of the COA 3. Receptionist - Work 8-12 or 12-4 on our reception desk answering the phone and directing the calls. Scheduling Van rides to appointments, etc., signing up those wanting to attend a program or class. We use a specifi c computer program for the Council on Aging so learning that program is what is required.

------------------------------------------------------------BLOOD DRIVE - Th e American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to give one last gift this holiday season and discover the true meaning of giving by donating blood. Busy holiday schedules and seasonal illnesses, like the fl u, can often mean fewer donors giving blood. But for patients with cancer or other illnesses or injuries requiring blood transfusions, the need for blood is constant and doesn’t get a holiday break. Th e gift of a blood donation only takes about an hour and can give patients a chance to celebrate more holidays to come. To encourage donations and show appreciation, all those who attempt to donate blood Dec. 24 through Jan. 4, 2015, will receive a long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. Eligible donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with type O negative, A negative or B negative. To learn more about donating blood and to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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residents every Friday from 1-3pm (please note time change) Th e pantry is located at the church, 11 Central Street, Byfi eld.

------------------------------------------------------------GEORGETOWN - Holiday in Georgetown Saturday December 13th 10 – 5. Activities all around town! Scala Art Center- 20% - 50% off Sale, Book Signing & Reading by Maggie van Galen Th e Adventures of Ernest and Keeno "Th e Banana Tree & "Th e Diamond Mine" 1:00, Make a Red Stone Necklace for Mom just like Keeno 1:30, Mrs. Claus, Book Signings Th rough Out the Day by Paul Janson, Gregory Der Bogosian, Alethea Copelas and more local writers, Open Studios, Refreshments

------------------------------------------------------------HAMPTON - Th e Hampton Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the First Congregational Church, Winnacunnet Road, Hampton, NH, unless otherwise noted. Membership is $20 per year and includes informational topics, community projects and fi eld trips throughout the year. For membership information call Roseanne Tuholski at 603-926-2705.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - A Family Christmas Eve Service will be held at Th e First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, on Wednesday, December 24 at 5:00pm. Carols, hymns, and adult and youth choirs. Free and open to the public

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - On Sunday, December 28 at 10:30am at Th e First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Zach Field will present his Gong Meditation. ‘Th e Gong Meditation Project’ was started by Zach Field in November of 2010 after trying to fi nd ways to escape from the everyday stresses of life. After years of attempting silent meditation, he thought it would be a good idea to try and play some soothing pitched gongs to distract the mind and assist with the meditation process. “Th e Gong Meditation Project” is used as a time for people to calm the mind, to slow life down and to just simply relax. Come experience “Th e Gong Meditation Project” where Zach will off er a gong meditation as well as talk a little about the gongs, his thoughts on meditation and how to apply it to everyday life. Free and open to the public.

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NEWBURYPORT - Th e Merrimack Valley Skating Club, in cooperation with the Graf Rink, is now accepting registrations for the January Learn to Skate and Tiny Tots programs. Learn to Skate will take place on Sundays at 4pm & 5pm as well as Th ursday at 6pm. Tiny Tots will take on Mondays at 1pm and Wednesdays at 2pm. Th ere are also limited Tiny Tots spaces available during the evening Learn to Skate classes. Specialized Learn to Skate and Tiny Tots classes focus on the basic fundamentals that are important for shaping both hockey and fi gure skating skills. Skaters have the chance to earn skill-badges or certifi cates throughout the series. Student to coach ratio is kept low and classes are available for skaters age 3 through adult. Classes run as 7-8 week programs continuously throughout the year. Each member of the Merrimack Valley Skating Club coaching staff is a credentialed professional who has successfully completed a comprehensive background screening process through the National Center for Safety Initiatives. Visit www.grafrink.com for registration forms and detailed information regarding both programs. Please contact Nikki in the front offi ce at 978-462-8112 with any questions.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - Looking for something to do on a Wednesday, afternoon? Come join the Golden Agers at the Elks Hall at l:00 p.m. on the fi rst and third Wednesdays of the month. Th e only requirement is that you be 55 years old or older. One of these meeting s is a short business meeting with coff ee and doughnuts served and the other meeting we serve a lunch and have entertainment. Last month we had an excellent Elvis Presley imitator. Come and possibly meet some old friends and make some new ones. For more information call Jeanne Th omas, 978-465-8647.

------------------------------------------------------------PETTENGILL HOUSE - Th e Pettengill House is accepting food drive donations on the following days and times: Wednesdays 8-10am and 3-4pm; Th ursdays 10-12; and Fridays 12:30-2:00. We kindly ask for your assistance with sorting the cans and goods into small to medium boxes that one person can lift, and bringing enough people to assist with unloading. Also it would be greatly appreciated if “best by” dates are checked. Crates can be borrowed to sort and deliver, and can be picked up at Th e Pettengill House with advanced notice. In December, we will need donations of Christmas hams. Please email [email protected] with any questions or to schedule a delivery. Th e Pettengill House is also accepting donations and gift cards to support families in need during the holiday season. Although Pettengill House does not have a formalized Christmas holiday gift program, we support and work in conjunction with area holiday gift giving programs for children. Any toy or clothing donation brought to Pettengill House will be distributed to formalized area Christmas programs. Rather than collecting toys this year, Pettengill is asking for donations of gift cards to assist parents with children that do not qualify under these programs. We reach many teens that otherwise are too old for many programs and make sure that they receive gifts alongside their younger siblings. Gift cards to areas businesses for clothing, shoes, cafes/food and gas stations will help our teens feel included while providing them with things they need. Gift card donations can be dropped off or mailed to Pettengill House, 13 Lafayette Road, Salisbury, MA 01952. As always, monetary donations are also appreciated. Please make checks payable to Th e Pettengill House, Inc., P.O. Box 5551, 13 Lafayette Road, Salisbury, MA 01952. Th e Pettengill House, Inc. is a non-profi t community social service agency providing services to more than 3,100 men, women, and children, 709 of whom are deemed homeless, in Amesbury, Byfi eld, Groveland, Merrimac, Newbury, Newburyport, Rowley, Salisbury, and West Newbury. Th e mission of Pettengill House is to support and empower children and families by providing education, comprehensive case management and basic needs; and by coordinating community supports that contribute to individual and family stabilization, personal growth and development.

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Local art highlighted in December at the Rowley Library - Th rough writing and watercolor paintings, local artist Linda Hurd uses her works to shed light on subjects such as learning diff erences, choices, and personal progress, and their impact on our lives and families. Th rough December the Rowley Library is displaying two of her “Art for Months” themes celebrating our wiring and adhd challenges. Other “Art for Months” themes include laundry, chairs, trash, boundaries, and steps. Come celebrate our budding artists! Th e Parker River Community Preschool has loaned the Rowley Library a collaborative art installation made by their toddler, preschool, and kindergarten students. Th e theme is “It takes a village” and can be seen in our display case through the month of December. Th e Rowley Public Library, 141 Main Street in Rowley, is fully accessible. For more information, call 978-948-2850.

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Saturday Dec. 13th 10 – 5, All Around Town! Scala Art Center Activities: Art Sales up to 50% off, Jewelry Sales, Book Signing and Reading by Maggie van Galen, with Make a Craft Necklace for Mom as they do in the book, Book Signing by other local Writers, Mrs. Claus at 2:00pm, Raffle Basket Contest with goodies from our local shops - Refreshments and so much more. Scalaartcenter.com [email protected] 978 - 352 - 8614

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Find beautifully unique pottery for your holiday. 2Rivers Studios is presenting its annual Holiday Pottery Sale, December 13th & 14th. Located in Newbury at 108 Middle Road, this annual event will be hosted by artist Lloyd Hamovit and feature the work of Stina Lindroth, Dan Ryan, Melissa Stanley, Jo Alice Stockwell, Sarah Allen, Debbie Campbell, Mike Cochrane, and Stacie Bowman. A wide variety of Stoneware and Porcelain ceramic work for the kitchen and home will be available. For directions and more information visit our web site 2RiversCeramics.com

WINTER BIRDING AT SALISBURY BEACH STATE RESERVATION Take some quiet time before that holiday frenzy sets in and join Sue for a birding program focused on the importance of the coastal marshes during winter. Salisbury Beach State Reservation is one of the finest birding destinations in winter. We'll look for finches, sea ducks, loons and grebes, and with some luck, we'll see a few owls. Saturday, December 13th from 12:00 pm to dusk. Meeting Location: Boat Ramp Parking Lot Fee: $20. ROWLEY LIBRARY HOLIDAY CRAFT

Join us at the Rowley Library for a holiday craft! Lisa Giannino from Country Gardens will be teaching us how to design our own kissing balls on Saturday, December 13, at 1 p.m. The

tradition dates from the Middle Ages and makes a wonderful decoration for the holidays. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Rowley Public Library. Sign-up is required and there is a $10 materials fee. Space is limited, so up today! The Rowley Public Library is located at 141 Main Street. For more information, call the library at 978-948-2850.

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For families with children 6 years and older. When is a stick not just a stick? When it’s the backbone of your nature mobile. Bring in your collections of twigs, sticks, seeds, pods, pinecones, and other natural materials, and we will construct a dangling woodland decoration. Saturday, December 13, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10/adults, $8/children (discount for Mass Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

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Next Meeting: Saturday, December 13th @ 1:30 pm - The Photographic Society welcomes anyone who has an interest in nature, wildlife, and/or photography – whether you are a total novice or earn a living by taking pictures! The club meets every month, generally on the second Saturday afternoon. Club activities include special presentations, slide shows (of members’ work), intra-club mentoring and training, photo shoots, on-line photo sharing, and involvement in the refuge’s various photography-related programs, events, and outreach activities. Venue capacity is limited to 75 attendees (first-come, first-served). Admission to this program is free and preregistration is NOT required. . Anyone having a question about a refuge program is asked to contact the refuge at (978) 465-5753.

WINTER CONCERTThe Newburyport Choral

Society and orchestra under the direction of Dr. George Case will present their annual winter concert on Saturday, December 13 at 8 pm and Sunday, December 14 at 2:30 pm at the Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High Street, Newburyport.

Featured will be the Molin School Children's Chorus under the direction of Gina McKeown. Advance tickets are $20 and $22. All tickets at the door will be $25. For further information and to purchase tickets on line, please visit our website at www.newburyportchoralsociety.org.

WINTER SOLSTICE LANTERN WALKS

For families with children 4 years and older. Saturday, December 13 Or Sunday, December 14, 4:00-6:00 P.M. Come celebrate the winter solstice by joining us for this beautiful candlelit event. Lantern-making begins at 4:00 p.m., followed by some solstice stories and folklore. Then with lanterns in hand, we will stroll the sanctuary trails to light up the night. We will enjoy hot cider and cocoa at the bonfire upon our return. Fee: $10/adults, $8/children (discount for Mass Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

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Ray Mason brings his infamous 1965 Silvertone guitar and his musical stories to the Cat in the Cradle Coffeehouse on December 13. Ray started his first band in 1966 and hasn't looked back. His music encompasses blues, folk, a bit of country and a bit more of rock. Ray's tunes follow no trend except the desire to entertain. Kirsten Manville opens with her inviting and straightforward style. Her music is an honest and heartfelt blend of folk-rock and country. Doors open at 7:30 and admission is $5.00 at the door. The Cat Cafe serves beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks throughout the evening. Find directions and information at www.byfieldcac.org. The Cat in the Cradle Coffeehouse is hosted by the Byfield Can Arts Center and sponsored in part by the Newburyport Bank and the Main Street Mini Mart.

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Take some quiet time before that holiday frenzy begins and join Sue for a birding program focused on the importance of the Refuge during winter. Plum Island is one of the fi nest birding destinations in winter. We'll explore, looking for winter fi nches, sea ducks, wintering loons and grebes, and with some luck, we'll see some owls. Sunday, December 14th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Meeting Location: Hellcat Parking Lot on Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Fee: $20.

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Held on the following days: Saturday, Dec. 13th @ 9:30 am; Sunday, Dec. 14th @1:00 pm; Saturday, Dec. 20th @9:30 am; Sunday, Dec. 21st @1:00 pm; Saturday, Dec. 27th @ 9:30 am; and Sunday, Dec. 28th @1:00 pm - Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Tour will be conducted via refuge van, with several brief “drive by” stops along the way. Th e tour will present an “up close and personal” look at the refuge through the multiple lenses of the cultural history of Plum Island and the Great Marsh, native wildlife and their habitats, and the role of refuge management in the conservation of these precious natural resources. Participants may be driven along areas on the refuge otherwise closed to the public. Th is guided two hour program is most appropriate for older teens and adults. Binoculars and/or a camera are recommended, but not required. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the Refuge visitor center 15 minutes prior to the program start time. Each session is limited to 14 participants; no more than 4 individuals per sign-up. Again, this is a vehicle – based tour, with limited stops on the Refuge. Advance registration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to cancellation. *Please note: Th ose who call and leave messages after hours, your registration is not confi rmed until you receive a confi rmation call from a Refuge staff member. Please call (978) 465-5753 to register for this program.

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Beginning in December, and continuing through the winter months, a series of free, family movies with environmental themes will be projected on the “big screen” at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge visitor center in Newburyport on select Sunday afternoons. Why not spend a few hours on a cold winter afternoon enjoying a great family-friendly fi lm with an environmental theme!? To kick the series off , Happy Feet will be screened on Sunday, December 14th, beginning at 1:30 pm. As described in Smithsonian Magazine, “the main message of Happy Feet, a 2006 Disney feature fi lm, is that it’s okay to be diff erent, but environmental themes work their way in as well. Th e fi lm focuses on a young penguin, Mumble, with a talent for tap dancing—something none of the other penguins can do. It follows his adventures and quest for acceptance throughout the plot, but the environmental aspect shows up when Mumble is blamed for the scarcity of fi sh in the ocean, a nod to overfi shing. In addition, one of Mumble’s friends wears a set of plastic six-pack rings around his neck like jewelry, only to later be choked by the piece of trash. Happy Feet is an example of the environment showing up in movies that are not directly about the environment.” Admission to the movie is FREE and preregistration is NOT required. Space is limited to the fi rst 75 attendees who show up! To further “sweeten the deal,” the Friends of Parker River NWR will be on hand to provision popcorn and bottled water. Future fi lm off erings will be announced through the refuge web page: http://www.fws.gov/refuge/parker_river/.

WINTER SOLSTICE LANTERN WALKS

For families with children 4 years and older. Saturday, December 13 Or Sunday, December 14, 4:00-6:00 P.M. Come celebrate the winter solstice by joining us for this beautiful candlelit event. Lantern-making begins at 4:00 p.m., followed by some solstice stories and folklore. Th en with lanterns in hand, we will stroll the sanctuary trails to light up the night. We will enjoy hot cider and cocoa at the bonfi re upon our return. Fee: $10/adults, $8/children (discount for Mass Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at

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WINTER CONCERTTh e Newburyport Choral

Society and orchestra under the direction of Dr. George Case will present their annual winter concert on Saturday, December 13 at 8 pm and Sunday, December 14 at 2:30 pm at the Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High Street, Newburyport. Featured will be the Molin School Children's Chorus under the direction of Gina McKeown. Advance tickets are $20 and $22. All tickets at the door will be $25. For further information and to purchase tickets on line, please visit our website at www.newburyportchoralsociety.org.

CANTEMUS TO SING HOLIDAY CONCERT

North Shore chamber chorus Cantemus will perform a holiday concert at the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich on Sunday,

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ZEN MEDITATIONFree, Zen meditation instruction

is off ered Monday nights at the First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport. Th e practice sessions meet in the lower meetinghouse from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. For fi rst time participants, the 6pm orientation session is recommended. Th e instructor is Joyce Haydock, a member of the Kwan Um School of Zen for almost 25 years and a Dharma teacher for over 15 years. Zen is a way of living, a way to perceive one's life with a clear mind and to better understand your true Self. Over time, with support, one works to attain a clear compassionate mind which, moment to moment, is able to help all beings. For more information, contact Joyce Haydock at 978-363-5457.

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seminars on Tuesday December 16th: Mood Check Day between 9am & Noon: Feeling stressed? Anxious? Angry? Sad? Every year millions of people are aff ected by

depression, anxiety or a related mental health issue. If you are having a hard time coping or if you are stressed out, come by the Salisbury Senior center on Tuesday December 16 between 9a.m. and 2 pm. Th e center is off ering confi dential informational screenings for a variety of mood and anxiety disorders. Take a self-assessment, talk with a counselor and pick up a brochure and free handouts. What you learn may help you, or a friend. Remember how good life can be. Coping With the Holidays @ Noon: As a caregiver you may sometimes feel overwhelmed by the demands and expectations of the holiday season. Th is presentation will discuss some practical suggestions on how to minimize stress and help you enjoy the special moments during this time of year. Presented by CareDimensions. Refreshments & Giveaways. Please call 978-462-2412 to pre-register or for more information

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Circle, 211 Elm Street, upstairs, every Tuesday, 8 p.m. No charge for admission. Professional comedians try out new material and new comedians work on their acts. Amateurs are welcome. Th e show is hosted by diff erent professional comedians each week.

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low cost spay/neuter for cats only, is coming to Tom's Discount Store on 12/6, 12/17 & 12/20. It is operated by the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society and staff ed by a licensed veterinarian and one veterinary technician. Th e package consists of spay/neuter, rabies vaccinations, exam, nail trim, and treatment for fl eas and ear mites. Microchipping is available for $20. Individually packaged take-home fl ea treatment is available for $15 per dose. Th e spay package costs $120 and the neuter package costs $80.00. Feral cats cost $35 and will be ear-tipped. Reservations are required and can be made online at www.catmobile.org or by calling 978-465-1940.

GREAT BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE - BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR!

Wednesday, Dec. 17th @ 9:00 am – Noon - Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of

Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge, located in Newington, NH. Participants will have an opportunity to visit areas of the refuge that are not normally open to the public. See a diversity of wildlife habitats and learn how the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is managing this very special landscape for conservation. Consider bringing along binoculars and a camera. Th e tour is limited to 14 participants; no more than 4 individuals per sign-up. Th is is a vehicle-based tour, with limited stops on the refuge. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the Parker River NWR visitor center in Newburyport no later than 9:00 am OR in the Great Bay NWR parking lot in Newington, NH no later than 9:45 am. (Indicate location you prefer at time of registration.) Preregistration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to cancellation. *Please note: Th ose who call and leave messages after hours, your registration is not confi rmed until you receive a confi rmation call from a refuge staff member. Please call (978) 465-5753 to register for this program.

HOMESCHOOL & PRE-K PLAY SESSIONS AT RYE AIRFIELD SKATEPARK

Get the kids out and into something new. Rye Airfi eld on Rt 1 in Rye, NH opens its' doors every week with sessions just for Homeschoolers and Preschoolers. Wednesday December 17th - Th e Homeschool session is $5 per person and runs from 12:30-2:30 and is for riding in the park. Th e Pre-K session is $5 for a family and runs from 9:30-11:30 kids can run and play (bring toys & balls) or bring a scooter or kick bike to explore. Sessions alternate between Tuesday and Wednesday from week to week. Full details on www.ryeairfi eld.com or call 603.964.2800.

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Outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy at Anna Jaques Hospital (AJH) has a new look and location. By combining its two previous locations in Newburyport, Anna Jaques will now off er comprehensive therapy and expanded hours at its new location on the AJH campus.

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Orthopedics and Sports Medicine: Our therapists treat patients with a variety of acute and chronic conditions, as well as post-surgical patients. Th ey also have close working relationships with orthopedic surgeons in the area.Neurologic Rehabilitation: Our skilled Physical, Occupational and Speech therapists are experienced in treatment of neurological injuries including but not limited to stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, head Injury, balance disorders and falls. Lymphedema: Refers to excessive swelling of one or two arms or legs frequently associated with cancer treatment. Experienced therapists treat this condition with appropriate therapeutic techniques including massage, compression bandaging, and exercise.Vestibular Rehabilitation: Trained therapists are skilled in restoring function to the balance systems. Conditions treated are vertigo, dizziness, disequilibrium and gait disorders. Aquatic therapy: Available at the warm water pool of the YWCA of Greater Newburyport at 13 Market Street in Newburyport on Tuesday and Th ursdays from 9:00am-12:00pm and Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm. Th e supportive and resistive properties of water allow safe and eff ective therapy that maximizes muscle and joint function.

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Many times anxiety is a good thing. It keeps us alert and paying attention in situations where there might be danger or concerns. Th en, once the problem has passed, the anxiety fades away.

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A recent three-year study in Canada concluded that mild anxiety increased the risk of Alzheimer's by 33 percent. Moderate anxiety caused a 78 percent increase, and severe

anxiety increased the risk by 135 percent. Th ese participants scored low on depression levels. One of the researchers believes that if patients have memory problems, they also should be screened for anxiety, which usually isn't done.

Anxiety disorders are anxieties that last for six months or more and come with a host of symptoms and names: obsessive-compulsive disorder, social phobia, generalized anxiety disorder and others. All have diff erent treatments, ranging from drugs to cognitive behavior therapy to psychotherapy. What they have in common is that the faster the treatment, the better and sooner the outcome.

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Realtor that his beloved buff alo would be behind a gate. He was. He simply walked through it in his excitement to make a new friend.

3. “What should I do about my Christmas Decorations?” By all means, put them up. Christmas decorations are warm and inviting and their very glow suggests a happy home and heart. Th at said, I have a brother who makes it his mission to get a bigger tree every year. Because we have had many decades together, and based on the fact that his wife and children could barely enter the room last year, his living room walls and ceiling will have to be removed this year. As I write, he is in the process of accomplishing the engineering marvel necessary to achieve this year’s “Rockefeller Center” goal. Please keep this insanity in my family and not yours when the goal is to sell the home. Passageways must abe kept free and easy to maneuver so that your Realtor need not bring along a buzz saw to show the property.

4. “Is it best to wait till the Holidays are over or until spring to put my house on the market? Th at depends. If your goal is to sell your home for the most money in the shortest period of time, the answer is to list it now. Th e buyers are buying now. Th e rates, although still low historically, have increased steadily over the past few weeks as of this writing. Generally higher rates mean less borrowing power for a consumer to buy your home. Th e other critical component is that home prices have stopped increasing despite the rhetoric that occurs during political campaigns. Waiting with the hope of “getting more” for your home in the near future is unrealistic according to every reliable survey in our industry. Know that having your home on the market can be stressful for you and it requires work to keep it in good showing condition. Minimizing stress during the holidays may meet your needs more so than optimizing the chance for sale during this period. As for waiting until spring, know that the fall and spring markets have been described as “more active” in the past, but the market changes of the past few years have aff ected all trends to the point where an age old home selling rule emerges; “It only takes one buyer.” If that one buyer does not see your home while you are “waiting to put it on”, he will buy another property on Christmas Eve or in the middle of a January blizzard.

Th e real estate myth that “no one buys a home during the Holidays” is debunked every time another property is sold between turkey dinners and gift wrapping. Th ese past weeks have been exceptionally busy at the offi ce and based on the most frequent questions sellers and buyers ask, I off er Santa’s list of “do’s and don’ts”.

1. “What’s that smell?” Homes have aromas. Some are fresh and new. Some are old and stale. Some harbor animal or smoke odors. Some still have the fi sh dinner from last night hovering when a buyer is due to visit. Th ere are steps a homeowner can take to clean the air but one must not draw attention to the remedy. If the home is vacant or needs freshening for other reasons, open windows and doors to air the home. During the colder months be sure to time such “airing” so that the home is warm and inviting in time to be shown. Use air fresheners sparingly and be careful when spraying over solid fl oors to avoid causing slippage. If you use aromatic candles, extinguish them at least twenty minutes before the showing and PUT THEM AWAY. Many buyers understandably assume that lit candles are being used to “hide” odors. A soft, clean scent rather than a strong fragrance should greet the buyer as the door opens.

2. “How about my pets?” I love mine and you love yours but a buyer may not share our devotion to our pets. Th e buyer, in fact, may have serious allergies or be afraid of pets in the home they wish to see. It is always best to take your pets for a long walk or ride when your home is being shown. I will not soon forget the demonic feline that greeted buyers and me as we climbed the stairs to the second fl oor. Standing on its back legs with front paws and claws reaching out to do facelifts on everyone, this hissing, growling guard cat saved that second fl oor with its beautiful bedrooms and baths from ever being seen or sold. On another occasion, a two hundred pound Mastiff with the best intentions appeared just as the front door opened. He cocked his head in a curious position and watched as the buyer ran screaming back to the car. Th e seller had assured the

He has. She does. He will. Speak to your Realtor about your

thoughts and needs. Make this very important decision about your largest asset with the professional help that is invaluable. One last thought,, dear brother Kevin. If you are reading this article, and you are thinking of selling your home before Christmas with that abominable sized tree, you may have trouble reaching me. My cell phone has been acting up recently… no, really… it has been…

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father recommends going for a consultation at the clinics operated by most dental schools. Th e work can take a long time, and the hours can be pretty restricted, but they’re inexpensive and the work is generally very good.”

Th e author brings up some good points. You absolutely have every right to get an opinion from another dentist. It’s your mouth and your health, and you have the freedom to choose. Despite what the author says, technically your x-rays are the property of the dental offi ce and your permanent medical record. You are however, entitled to a copy of your x-rays. With many dentists now using digital x-rays, this is less of an issue.

Dental schools are a great place to have dental treatment done. Th e major disadvantages are: having to travel to Boston, spending 2-3 hours at the clinic for every appointment, and, even though as the author states “the work is generally very good”, you still have students working on you. Th ere are diff erent levels of care at dental schools. You can be treated by undergraduate students, graduate students, or in the faculty clinic. Th e fees are generally lower than a private dental offi ce but not

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1-800-343-032716 Main Street, Salisbury MA

$ $ C A S H P A I D $ $For Junk Vehicles & Scrap Metals

Jack Cook‛sRubbish Service

AffordableWeekly Pickup

and Extra Pickups~ Clean-Out Services ~84 Main St., Rowley, MA

978-948-7228

Lawn, Garden & Snow EquipmentSales and Service

401 Main Street (Rt. 1A)Rowley, MA 01969(978) 948-2723

GARBAGE PARTS

SERVICE DIRECTORYList Your Business Here!

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Topsfi eld VillageShopping Center

30 Main St978-561-1893

COINS . GOLD . SILVERBUYING NOW

SELLINGpremises, Closets Galore!, Deck off Living Room, Walking Distance to Train, (978) 314-0503 (Ron)

FOR SALE

SNAPPER SPX 150 Series. Model 2691020, SPX 2042 Tractor and trailer. Two years old, used less than 30 hours, 42 inch Mower Deck, hydro-static drive, 20 Gross HP., Trailer has new wheels and tires. Serviced annually by Maestronzi Bros, in Beverly, MA. Asking: $1500.00 or best reasonable offer. Contact: 508-954-5512

SPLIT, CUT, SEASONED HARDWOOD FIREWOOD Call for Pricings Mike Kovalchuk (978)204-9483

OPPORTUNITIES

SERIOUSLY MOTIVATED to earn a second income with-out going to a second job and/or grow your current business? How about www.paidforbe-ingnice.com Training, support provided. Joanne Ryan 978-270-0256

SERVICES

AMERICAN HOME I M P R O V E M E N T CARPENTRY - Repairs & Additions. Interior/Exterior Painting. Fully Insured. 30 years experience. Free Estimates. Excellent Referrals. 978-465-2283

EXPERIENCED MATH TUTOR - Reasonable Rates. Call 978-356-5965

PAINTING INTERIOR SPECIALIST, Gutters cleaned, repaired, installed, vinyl siding mold removed, snow blower tune ups, pick up and delivery available, (978) 376-4214

Professional InteriorPainting

Jay's Painting 978-314-0140

KFWS 2014 Holiday Guide - HOLIDAYSThe Town Common

Weekly Community Newspaper



PRATT HOBBY SHOPWould like to thank the hundreds of people that have patronized my store this past year.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to All!Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to All!Please stop by for a free magnet calendar “2015”

Old Coins WantedPratt Hobby Shop • 20 East Main St. • Georgetown, MA.

pratthobbyshop.com • 800-870-4086 • 978-352-2234

ESTES Rockets & Supplies,Plastic & Wood Models / Supplies

Autos, Trucks, Planes, Ships & morePineCars & Derby SuppliesX-Acto Sets, Paints & More

METALDETECTORS

COINSITEMS WANTED – Wanted by Pratt Coin and Hobby in Georgetown. U.S. Coins, silver, gold, foreign world money. Old pocket watches, wrist watches, costume jewelry and post cards. Wheat pennies, Pre-1958 - 2 1/2 cents each.

1/2¢........................... Lg. 1¢..........................Fly. E 1¢...................... Cop. Nic. 1¢.............. 2¢ Piece.................... 3¢ Silver I.................. 3¢ Nic....................... Shield 5¢....................Liberty 5¢................. Bust 1/2 10¢.............. St. 1/2 10¢.................Bust. 10¢................... St. 10¢........................ Bar. 10¢..................... 20¢ Piece.................. Bust 25¢ Lg.............. Bust 25¢ Sm............. Seated 25¢................ Bar. 25¢..................... Stand. L. 25¢ I........... Stand. L. 25¢ II......... Bust 50¢.................... Seated 50¢................ Bar. 50¢..................... Seated $1..................Trade $1...................

AVG. CIR.$55.0016.0018.007.00

12.0020.0012.0020.00

.5040.0011.0023.0010.002.00

85.0075.0075.0016.005.00

18.005.00

50.0030.0010.00

200.00100.00

AU$100.00100.00125.0040.0060.00

115.0045.0080.0035.00

175.0055.00

275.0050.0040.00

275.001500.00550.00100.00135.00130.0055.00

250.00135.00275.00650.00230.00

TYPE COINS

STERLING SILVERPrivate Mint ............ 16.00 oz.

20 E Main St, Georgetown, MA Mon-Fri 8:30a-6p, Sat 10a-5p

Phone 978-352-2234


$100.00


1/2¢...........................

16.00 oz.Private Mint ............

PB

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