Rep. Thomas M. Stanley
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Did you know?
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for:
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9,517 lanes miles of highway
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95,000 catch basins
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5,560,400 feet of guardrail
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450,000 signs
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6,500 light units
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1,547 traffic signals
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133 maintenance depots
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1,000 traffic & security cameras
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5,098 bridges
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7 tunnel systems |
Veterans Rally at State House
Veterans & Advocates on Beacon Street
Thomas G. Kelley, Secretary of Veterans' Services Addresses Advocates
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Snow-covered houses
Winter Scene
Tower, Prospect Hill Park
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Contact Information:
State Rep.
Thomas M. Stanley
State House
Room 167
Boston, MA 02133
(617) 722-2810
Thomas.Stanley@
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Happy New Year! 2010 also marks the 5th year of The Stanley Report. If you have any comments on how I can improve my monthly updates, please feel free to email me.
It is my pleasure to deliver January's edition of The Stanley Report, my monthly update from Beacon Hill. Please feel free to pass this e-mail along to your friends, family and co-workers and let them know they can subscribe to receive my monthly newsletter by emailing me.
Thanks for reading, and for giving me the opportunity to represent you in the legislature. As always, please do not hesitate to contact my office at (617) 722-2310.
Sincerely,
Thomas M. Stanley |
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News from Beacon Hill
Rep. Stanley questions House legal bills
Rep. Stanley and three of his colleagues continue to question Speaker DeLeo about $378,000 in bills paid to outside attorneys that represented the House over the past year. Rep. Stanley, Rep. Patrick, Rep. Harkins and Rep. Greene again asked the Speaker to release a detailed, itemized account of the legal expenses linked to the indictment of former House Speaker DiMasi. The four reps also asked for a review of Daniel Crane's scope of work. Crane is a past president of the Massachusetts Bar Association hired by the Speaker to review the House's contract with the law firm of Gargiulo/Rudnick.
These efforts follow the legislators' efforts to block floor action four times in legislative sessions last month to demand an independent outside financial audit be performed on the legal spending. The four reps also signed and delivered a letter to US Attorney Carmen Ortiz expressing concern over the management of the budget for the MA House. The representatives asked Attorney Ortiz to review the issue of payment for the legal services pertaining to the case involving former Speaker DiMasi. Ortiz's public corruption unit chief Brian Kelly informed the reps that the release of the billing records wouldn't hinder the DiMasi probe.
Rep. Stanley Votes against Education Legislation, Against Charter School Provisions Rep. Stanley voted against education legislation which would greatly expand Commonwealth Charter Schools. Rep. Stanley opposed the legislation to prevent further dismantling of traditional public school systems. He also cited the failure of charter schools to close the achievement gap; the significant erosion of collective bargaining rights; and Leadership's rejection of amendments sponsored and co-sponsored by Rep. Stanley among others. The amendments would have ensured local school committee involvement in any decision to divert funds from existing public schools to charter schools. Additionally, Rep. Stanley voted against the legislation after Leadership added a "consolidated amendment" after 12 hours of debate, an amendment which was unclear and not fully explained to House members. Rep. Stanley filed amendments to demand a public hearing be held in the town where a proposed charter school would be located and a majority of the members of the board of education be present. By ensuring that these meetings take place in the community where the charter school is proposed, residents of that community will have easier access to meetings and will be more likely to participate in the decision making process. Furthermore, this amendment states that a majority of State Board of Education officials are in attendance at these meetings so they the State is as informed as possible about the proposed charter school. Rep. Stanley also filed amendments to help public schools mitigate the financial demands of having a charter school in their district, gives each individual community the right to decide whether or not to release private information (names and addresses) of students in the district to charter schools for their recruiting process and protect host communities from bearing the brunt of the costs of regional charter schools. The bill, as passed by the House, allows for more charter schools in districts performing in the lowest ten percent of districts statewide by doubling the cap on local charter tuitions from 9% to 18% of net school spending. The bill intends to use charter school initiatives as one method for narrowing the achievement gap without having an impact beyond the lowest performing districts.
Gov. reverses mid-year (9C) budget cut to the TAFDC program
Advocates gathered at the State House to celebrate and thank the Governor and legislative allies for preserving subsistence benefits for the most vulnerable children and families in the state. The cut (scheduled for February 1) would have eliminated or drastically reduced Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) benefits for children whose parents are too disabled to work.
TAFDC provides a subsistence benefit to 50,822 families in Massachusetts, averaging less than $500 per family. TAFDC benefits have increased only 10% since 1988, despite inflation of more than 90%. Parents must work unless they are caring for young children or a disabled family member or are too disabled themselves.
Hanscom Air Force Personnel Visit State House
Senior military leadership and civilian personnel of Hanscom Air Force Base, led by General Ted Bowlds, Commander, Electronics Systems Center, visited the State House on Tuesday, January 12th. Rep. Stanley and Rep. Kaufman welcomed the visitors, who received an official tour of the State House, met with legislative leaders and had lunch in the Member's Lounge.
Rep. Stanley with Hanscom Personnel at State House
Waltham Nurse Named MA School Nurse of the Year
The Massachusetts School Nurse Organization recognized Cathy Vieira as the MA School Nurse of the Year. Cathy is the school nurse at the Fitzgerald Elementary School in Waltham, and a long time MTA member. Cathy's colleagues and co-workers describe her as dedicated to outstanding nursing care, enthusiastic, a passionate advocate for her students, calm, sensitive, nurturing, an educator, creative, and a leader. Congratulations Cathy!
US Census 2010 - Please be counted! The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States, and is required by the Constitution to take place every 10 years. The 2010 Census will help communities receive more than $400 billion in federal funds each year for things like hospitals, job training centers, schools, senior centers, bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects and emergency services. In March of 2010, census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. When you receive yours, just answer the 10 short questions and then mail the form back in the postage-paid envelope provided. For more information, please here click here.
Rep. Stanley Announces New Aide, Tara Conklin Tara Conklin recently replaced Rep. Stanley's aide Judy Bromley, who left the State House to attend law school full time. Prior to her work with Rep. Stanley, Tara served as a Client Support Representative at Sage Systems, where she assisted clients with technical and strategic issues regarding the use of the Sage database for their constituency and campaign needs. Her past experience also includes positions and internships with the European Parliament, the MA/New Hampshire Democratic Coordinated Campaign, the Coalition for Our Communities and the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. Tara is interested in public policy and state and local government and encourages constituents who need assistance to call her in Rep. Stanley's office at 617-722-2800, extension 8247.
Please vote! General Election TODAY
The 2010 United States Senate special election will take place TODAY, January 19, 2010. AG Martha Coakley won the primary election on December 8th. The death of Sen. Kennedy on August created the vacancy.
Civil Service Examination for Firefighters
A recruitment campaign is now under way for the upcoming entry-level Civil Service Examination for firefighters scheduled for Saturday, April 24. Applications must be filed or postmarked no later than March 16, 2010. Applications and information about eligibility requirements, application fees, and the examination process are available at the Human Resources Division, One Ashburton Place, Room 301, Boston, MA 02108 or by calling the Examination Hot-Line at 617-878-9895. Click here to apply online.
New to Massachusetts?? Click here to learn more about services for folks new to the Commonwealth. Learn more about registering to vote, elected officials and voting, searching school profiles and finding a flu clinic for your family.
RMV License Renewal Notification Site
The new Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) hopes to integrate many more technology-based features into the services that it brings to its citizens and commuters everyday. Please click here to navigate directly to the RMV's official site to sign-up for the license renewal notification service.
ARRA-Created Job Opportunities
Employers who create jobs using ARRA funding post new job announcements to the Commonwealth's JobQuest system. A wide range of stimulus-related positions--ranging from career counselors to communication specialists are available. This system is constantly updated, so residents should check back for new opportunities. Please click here to access the website.
Need Help? Resources Available to Battle Economic Downturn
Mass.gov offers residents information on how to get help in tough economic times. Please click here to access information on topics such as jobs and unemployment, housing and foreclosures, home heating and energy, gas prices and commuting, managing finances, health care and insurance, food and nutrition and business assistance.
Online access to statewide community resources
Mass 2-1-1 online directory is an information resource for emergency food, rent, help paying your heating and utility bills, mental health counseling, health programs, public health and safety services, child care referrals, job resources, and other help for individuals, parents and families. Click here to learn more about Mass 2-1-1.
AARP launches new web tool to help lower drugs costs
AARP launched its new Doughnut Hole Calculator, a free web tool that can help residents "avoid the dreaded coverage gap" which can leave folks stuck with thousands of dollars in unbudgeted spending. Click here to access this calculator. According to the AARP, in 15 minutes visitors can view a graph of their out-of-pocket spending by month, look up lower cost drugs for their conditions, create a Personal Medication Record and print out personalized letters to their doctors to help start a conversation about safely switching prescriptions.
Apply online for Food Stamps or Health Insurance and Health Assistance!
You may be able to complete a Food Stamps or Health Insurance and Health Assistance Programs application online. A simple screening survey asks questions about people in your household and compares your answers with the program rules. For more information, please click here.
Job Opportunities with the Commonwealth of MA
There are a number of job listings posted on the Commonwealth of Massachusetts home page. For more information, click here. |
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Waltham Corner
Rep. Stanley Joins Library Community Planning Committee
Rep. Stanley, at the request of the Waltham Public Library (WPL), joined the Community Planning Committee which will meet in February, March and May 20. The committee formed to discuss the WPL's long-term planning process. The committee will consist of representatives from various interests in Waltham. Members will offer perspectives on changes in the community, technology, and the economy, and will also offer unique insights about how the library can continue to be an active contributor to the City going forward.
Finance Committee Approves Items At the request of Mayor McCarthy, the Finance Committee approved $141,831 for the State 911 Public Safety Answering Point and Regional Emergency Communication Center Support and Incentive Grant Programs. The Committee also approved $7,500 in federal funds under the Library Services and Technology Act.
Paul Brasco Elected Council President; Announces New Committee Assignments
The Waltham City Council elected Paul Brasco to serve as president of the Council. Brasco, who has served as a Councilor at Large since 1999, told the Daily News Tribune that he will "strive to improve communication between the council and the mayor's office." Brasco chose Ward 6 Councilor Robert Waddick to be vice president.
Brasco also announced new committee assignments. Rep. Stanley, after serving two sessions as chairman of the Long Term Debt Committee, will now serve on the Public Works Committee, the Veterans Service Committee and the Community Development Committee.
Waltham Partnership for Youth Seeks Executive Director The Waltham Partnership for Youth (WPY) seeks a dynamic, experienced and visionary full-time Executive Director to drive all aspects of WPY operations, including leading the WPY to develop and sustain an integrated resource system for Waltham youth. To apply, please send cover letter, resume and salary history to: Kathrin Doyle, c/o QinetiQ NA, 350 Second Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451 or email Kathy.Doyle@QinetiQ-NA.com. Qualified candidates will be asked to provide three professional references. The WPY is a 501(c)(3) with a mission to enhance the quality of young lives in Waltham by identifying the needs of all Waltham youth and coordinating resources to help meet those needs, in order that all Waltham youth have the opportunity to become productive citizens in the workforce and the community.
League and the Federal Census
On Feb 3rd at 7:30pm in the Lecture Hall of the Waltham Public Library, the Waltham League of Women Voters will present a program on the US Federal Census. Residents are invited to come and ask questions and learn a bit about our 2010 Federal Census. There are two things the Constitution requires of residents: To serve on a jury and to fill out a census. This year the 2010 Federal census has only ten short questions.
US Census Bureau Partnership Specialist Samer Balbaky will describe the census process and answer questions about the upcoming US Census and its importance to our communities. He will explain that the Census is easy, safe & important, and he will highlight the critical role of community partners in outreach to make sure everyone is counted.
Mr. Balbaky will talk about jobs with the US Census and a recruiter may be on hand for further information.
Saturday Mansion Tours Resume at Gore Place
Beginning January 23, Gore Place will offer Saturday tours of the Governor Gore mansion in Waltham. The tours will take place at 12, 1 and 2pm and last approximately 45 minutes. Weekday tours will continue to be offered Monday through Friday at 1pm.
Built in 1806 and furnished in the high style of the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the mansion at Gore Place is one of the great houses of the Federal period. Admission to the mansion is $10 adults and $5 children ages 5 to 12. Parking is free. Hours and admission prices vary during special tour dates including the Jane Austen Tours on February 13 (also available Sunday, February 14).
Gore Place is located at 52 Gore Street, just off Route 20 (Main Street) near the Waltham/Watertown line. For more information, contact the museum at (781) 894-2798 or visit the museum's website at www.goreplace.org .
For press information, photographs, or interviews, please contact Director of Programming Thom Roach at (781) 894-2798 ext. 12 or email thomroach@goreplace.org.
School Vacation Week Events at Gore Place
This February school vacation week, Gore Place, the historic Governor Gore estate in Waltham, will offer a special snowshoe adventure. From Tuesday, February 16 through Saturday, February 20, children of all ages and their accompanying adults may rent snowshoes and participate in a scavenger hunt on the 45 acre estate. All participants will be automatically entered into a drawing for a Grand Prize of a Family Membership to Gore Place. Benefits of membership include free admission to the mansion, the Sheepshearing Festival, and the Take a Walk program.
Snowshoe rental is $5 per pair. Adult and children sizes available. Free parking. Just ring the bell at the mansion to rent your snowshoes. Available Tuesday through Friday, February 16 through 19 from 10am to 3pm and Saturday, February 20 from 12 to 3pm. Group arrangements may be made for school groups, pre-schools, home-schools, and day-care providers. To reserve your snowshoes and for group arrangements call: (781) 894-2798.
The Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra (WPO) 2010 Season
"A Romantic Night with the Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra," a Valentine's concert, will be performed on Saturday February 13, 2010; 7:00 p.m., at the John F Kennedy Middle School, 655 Lexington Street, Waltham. Concert features a triple concerto with our Music Director Michael Korn, his wife Beth Nussbaum, and his dad, Maxim Korn! Program: Vivaldi: Concerto for Three Violins in F Major, RV551 Khachaturian: Masquerade Suite, Dvorak: Symphony No.8 in G Major, Op. 88. Tickets: $20.00; Seniors and Students, $15.00. Children up to 18 yrs free, accompanied by paying adult. Ticket Line: 857-919-1385.
To purchase tickets online, learn more about the 2010 season or learn more about the WPO, please click here.
Recycling in Waltham!
There are many easy day-to-day things you can do to help the environment. Learn more about what you can do to help. Information about recycling programs in Waltham is available by clicking here.
Waltham Food Pantries:
COLLINS FAMILY FOOD PANTRY - operated by the Red Cross behind Red Cross offices at 867 Main St. every Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m. Call 781-642-7000 for more information.
GRANDMA'S PANTRY - operated out of Christ Church, 750 Main St., Waltham. For Waltham residents 60 years old or older on a fixed income. Open Fridays, 9 to 11 a.m. Food may be left at the church office; call ahead for hours (781-891-6012). Checks may be made out to ``Grandma's Pantry'' and sent to Christ Church.
SACRED HEART FOOD PANTRY - operated out of the Church Hall. Donors may leave food in the kitchen daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 781-899-0469 for more information.
KIDS F.E.A.S.T. - operated by the Salvation Army provides 55 children with a hot meal every day, and serves 300 families each month. Donors may leave non-perishable food at the office, 33 Myrtle St. Monday through Friday. Checks may be made out to the Salvation Army. Call 781-894-0413 for more information.
THE FOOD PANTRY AND SOUP KITCHEN - operated by the Immanuel United Methodist Church at 545 Moody St. is open Wednesday 9 to 11 a.m. Food donations accepted at the church entrance at the corner of Moody and Cherry streets from 2 to 6 p.m. Operated from the Methodist Church, 545 Moody St. under the direction of Dick Rogers of Middlesex Human Services. Rogers may be reached at 781-883-2050.
Tenant Advocacy Clinic at WATCH
The Tenant Advocacy Clinic provides one-on-one training and personalized assistance to any tenant with a housing related issue or question. Tenants can drop in to receive assistance at WATCH (517 Moody Street) every Monday from 7 - 8:30 pm and every Thursday from 7 - 8:30pm. Those who cannot come in person may leave a message on the Tenant Clinic Hotline and someone will return their call during Clinic hours: 781-891-6689 x203. The clinic is provided through a partnership between Brandeis University and WATCH.
Nonprofit Spotlight: Waltham Family School
The WFS is an Even Start Literacy Program which provides educational opportunities for children and their parents by integrating early childhood education, adult education and parenting activities in a comprehensive family literacy program. WFS serves Waltham's families who have a preschool age child, age 3-5, and who want to work on improving their English language skills and strengthening their parenting and life skills.
Waltham is one of seven communities in MA awarded a federal grant, funded through the Massachusetts Department of Education, for an Even Start Literacy Program. WFS is a partnership of the Waltham Public Schools and four key community agencies located in Waltham, including Breaking Barriers, Inc., the Parent Child Home Program, the Power Program and the Waltham Partnership for Youth (PFY). For more information about the WFS or to learn if your family might qualify, please click here.
Rep. Stanley is a board member of the WPY and Advisory Board member of the Waltham Family School.
Donate Your Books to More than Words Bookstore and Café!
Looking for somewhere to donate your books, CDs and DVDs? Interested in hosting a book drive? More Than Words Bookstore and Café is the place for you!
More Than Words is a nonprofit that empowers youth who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless, or out of school, to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business!
By working as a team to manage their own retail and online bookstore and cafe business, our youth develop leadership, employment skills and self confidence as they prepare for their transition to adulthood!
Please contact Jennifer Stewart at 781-788-0035 or jennifer@mtwyouth.org for more information regarding book drives and donations or stop by 376 Moody St.
Council on Aging volunteers
The Council on Aging is looking for volunteers to deliver meals on wheels once a week. The delivery process takes less than 45 minutes. It's a great opportunity to help our homebound seniors. On-call volunteers are also needed. Please call Betty Giusti at (781)314-3499, ext. 3300.
National Archives
The National Archives is open to the public Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 7am - 4:30pm, Thursdays 7am- 9pm and the first Saturday of each month 8am - 4:30pm. The National Archives and Records Administration is located at 380 Trapelo Road in Waltham.
City of Waltham website announces job openings
Job opportunities are posted on the City of Waltham's website.
City of Waltham posts a boards and committee meetings calendar of events
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Waltham Calendar & Events (as announced in the Daily News Tribune)
PET BEREAVEMENT Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center of New England recognizes the important role pets play in people's lives and will offer a free bereavement support group for children and adults on the first Wednesday of every month, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at VESCONE, 180 Bear Hill Road, Waltham. Information: 781-684-8387. OVEREATERS Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program for recovery from over-eating, anorexia and bulimia, meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m., at St. Mary's CCD, 30 Pond St., Waltham. Information: 508-875-0001, select option #1. PARENTAL STRESS Parents Helping Parents hosts a free and confidential parent support group every Wednesday evening in Waltham. Come share your experiences and gain valuable support, parenting advice and encouragement from other parents in the group. Information: 1-800-632-8188; info@parentshelpingparents.org; www.parentshelpingparents.org. WALTHAM TOASTMASTERS Toastmasters International meetings are on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Meadow Green Rehab & Nursing Center, Trapelo Road. It is open to anyone at least 18 years old. Group works to help get over anxiety in public speaking and work on leadership skills. Call 781-894-7182 or e-mail howardlr@sprintmail.com.
9th Annual Death by Chocolate The Rotary Clubs of Newton and Waltham Present "Death By Chocolate" to be held on January 31st, 2010 from 1PM - 4PM. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel - Newton, 320 Washington St., Newton, MA Tickets are $15 for Adults and $5 for children under 12 years of age. Free parking. To learn more, click here.
SERVE MEALS If you are interested in volunteering your time to assist the Middlesex Human Service Agency in serving meals, please contact Dick Rogers at 781-894-6110.
HOSPICE Evercare Hospice seeks volunteers for friendly visits with hospice patients 1-4 hrs per week in Waltham. Free training provided. Call Marjie Rochon at 781-472-8641 or e-mail marjorie_rochon@uhc.com.
REAGLE PLAYERS Non-profit theater company Reagle Players seeks volunteers: ushers, dressers, reception, stitchers and much more. Share any skills. No formal experience necessary. Call 781-891-5600 to inquire or visit www.reagleplayers.com for information.
COMMUNITY DAY CENTER The Community Day Center seeks volunteers to tutor low to no income guest in literacy, GED, resume writing and computer skills including hunting for jobs on the internet. Bilingual Spanish and Portuguese speakers especially needed. Hours: Monday - Friday 1:30-4:30 or weekends at the Library. Call Rob Mark, executive director, 617-960-7793, www.communitydaycenter.com, walthamday@comcast.net.
MARISTHILL Maristhill Nursing & Rehab Center seeks volunteers to assist with Mass, Eucharistic Ministry, accompany people to medical appointments (no driving required), visit with elders, or share your unique talents and gifts in other ways. No experience necessary. Training, supervision, and support are provided. Call Maureen Andrew at 781-893-0240.
HOSPICE & ADMINISTRATIVE HELP VNA Care Choices needs volunteers to offer emotional and practical support to terminally ill patients and their families in many communities, including Waltham and Newton. Training and supervision provided. Call Nancy Barcelo, 781-890-4440, ext. 3471.
COMMUNITY LINKS Wayside Community Links, 118 Central St., Waltham, seeks volunteer to do street outreach and co-facilitate educational groups for adolescents. Spanish and Portuguese speaking candidates are especially needed. Training provided. Call 781-891-0555 Ext. 71 for more information.
NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, Exhibit on time
From waking to the rooster's crow to catching the 8 am train, how Americans judge and value time has changed over the centuries. For All Time: Clocks and Watches from the National Heritage Museum is a new exhibit at the Museum, 33 Marrett Road, Rte. 2A, Lexington, running Aug. 15-Feb. 21. It explores the story of timekeeping through spectacular objects drawn from the Museum's own collection - 95 clocks and 22 watches, ranging in dates from about 1700 to about 1930. For information, contact the Museum at 781-861-6559 or click here.
WEST SUBURBAN YMCA, Fall sports
The West Suburban YMCA, 276 Church St., has announced its new fall sports line-up. There are three new tennis programs: Toddler Tennis, Youth Tennis, and Adult Indoor Tennis. Rookie Soccer League, exclusively for 7 year olds, focuses on strengthening skill sets and learning team play. All games will be 3 v. 3, allowing for a lot of touches. Friday's Recess program combines all of your favorite recess-style games into one exciting, fast-paced, and fun program. Games include; Dodge ball, Nuke 'Em, Capture the Flag, Mat Ball, Speed Ball, and Floor Hockey. And, for the first time in the fall, one-day PRE-YBA Basketball Clinics. The clinics are open to children ages 5-8. For more information, contact Renee Gaudette at 617-244-6050, ext. 3012 or reneeg@westsuburbanymca.org.
WALTHAM LIBRARY, Land Trust book on display
The Waltham Public Library, 735 Main St., is currently displaying the Waltham Land Trust's conservation book. There are a wide range of topics, including a history of New England forests, endangered animals, solutions to global warming, a bio of Rachel Carson, and a video by Al Gore. You'll discover how to make your workplace greener - and your children, too. Featured in the display is material on The Waltham Land Trust, Waltham's own local group dedicated to preserving open space. This year the WLT celebrates 10 years of working to benefit the environment.For more information about the Waltham Land Trust and its activities, visit www.walthamlandtrust.org.
FATHERS, Comprehensive evaluations
The Boston Metro West office of Right at Home In Home Care & Assistance, a private duty home care agency, will be honoring elderly fathers in the community by offering free comprehensive senior care evaluations for any male over the age of 65 during the week before and the week after Father's Day. To schedule an appointment, contact Right at Home at 617-597-1500. For more information, go to www.bostonmetrowest.rightathome.net.
`YOU DON'T SAY' The Waltham Channel presents a new program, ``You Don't Say.'' Waltham residents are allowed 5 minutes of airtime to speak on topics that are important to them. Commercial content is not allowed. Information: 781-899-8834.
WALTHAM MUSEUM Experience the rich history of Waltham at The Waltham Museum, 25 Lexington St., open Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Admission $4, seniors and children under 12, $2. Information: www.walthammuseum.com.
BOOKS, CDs, DVDs If you are looking to donate your books, CDs and DVDs, or hosting a book drive, donate to More Than Words Bookstore and Cafe, 376 Moody St. More Than Words empowers youth who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless, or out of school, to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business. Information: 781-788-0035; jennifer@mtwyouth.org.
HOMES FOR OUR TROOPS Atrium Mall and the Mall at Chestnut Hill invite shoppers to help Homes for Our Troops, an organization that remodels or builds homes for soldiers returning from Iraq that have sustained severe injuries. The Giving Tree is at both malls Nov. 28-Dec. 24. Information: DTravers@homesforourtroops.org; 508-823-3300.
SUPPLIES FOR TROOPS Waltham VFW Post 2152 and Ladies Auxiliary will be collecting donations to send to our soldiers in Iraq - Master Sgt. Kathrine Ortaga, Sgt. Chris Physic, Spc. Jeremy Bray, Spc. Paul Briggs, Spc. Daniel Fernandez, Maater Sgt. Kathrine Ortaga and 2Lt. Ryan Galluzzo. Items: www.carepackageproject.com. Information: 781-894-9243.
OPERATION SOLDIER Operation American Soldier is collecting items or donations for shipping costs. Soldiers have requested the following items: candy, cookies (small packages), snacks, microwave popcorn, powdered drink singles, socks (crew), T-shirts, toiletries (unscented), feminine products, blank note cards, playing cards, DVDs & CDs. We need help packing boxes, paperwork and more. Information: 617-504-0532.
BOOKS TO SOLDIERS Got Books can send someone who is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces overseas a care package full of books. To submit the name and address, visit www.GotBooks.com/troops. Got Books provides all books and also handles and pays for all labor and shipping costs. Information: www.GotBooks.com; 978-396-6026.
CLOTHING EXCHANGE The Waltham Clothing Exchange, 50 Church St., is closed until September. Information: 781-893-6240.
SATURDAY SOCIALS The French American Victory Club Saturday socials with the Country Masters are on the second Saturday of the month, 8 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $10. Information: 781-899-8195; www.favclub.org.
STUDENT ART Back Pages Books has installed artwork by art students of the Waltham Public Schools at its store, 289 Moody St. The artwork will rotate monthly. Information: 781-788-9988; alex@backpagesbooks.com.
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About Rep. Stanley:
State Representative: 2001 - Present
City Council: 1998 - 2004, 2006 - Present
Council President: 2003
City Council Committees:
Finance
Long Term Debt
Community Development
Veterans
House Committees:
Post Audit and Oversight
Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Housing
Education: Suffolk University (MPA), Bentley College (BS - Management), Mass Bay Community College (AS - Business Administration)
Board Member: Waltham Partnership for Youth, Reagle Players, Warrandale Little League, Waltham Family School Advisory Board, Waltham Safe and Healthy Schools YRBS Steering Committee, Waltham Community Day Center (Honorary), Reach Beyond Domestic Violence Advisory Board, Safe Schools Healthy Students Initiative, Waltham Community Day Center (Active Honorary)
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