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Page 12REGIONAL – With gas prices on

the rise, wind turbines seem to be on the horizon again, particularly on Beacon Hill.

Th e state Department of Environmental Protection and

the Health D e p a r t m e n t stepped into the issue last month holding three public hearings that focused on a new report, Wind Turbine Health Impact Study: Report of the Independent Expert Panel, that outlines the conclusions of a panel of scientists

about the impact wind turbines have on nearby residents.

A legislative committee is also considering two bills that involve siting of future wind turbines and net metering, which could determine if

building wind turbines is fi nancially feasible.

Meanwhile, several North Shore communities, including Ipswich and Salem, continue to press forward with proposed wind turbines, despite local opposition. Others are planned around the state.

Th e DEP study concluded there was no evidence that noise or low-frequency vibrations from turbines trigger health problems, sometimes referred to as "wind turbine syndrome."

Th e report raised the possibility that sound generated by turbines could be annoying to nearby residents or cause sleep disruptions. It recommended that the state adopt noise limitation guidelines similar to those in some European countries.

REGIONAL – Th e communities of Salisbury, Amesbury and Newburyport have been awarded a $90,000 Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Grant to fi ght gang activity and illegal drug use in their neighborhoods, State Representative Michael A. Costello and State Senator Steven A. Baddour announced today.

Th e money was awarded by the Executive Offi ce of Public Safety through the federal Justice Assistance Grant. "We must give our young people a choice and a chance," said Public Safety Secretary Mary Beth Heff ernan. “Th ese grants help provide both as we work with local leadership to end the violence that devastates our communities."

“Th ese three communities have a population of 40,000, and oftentimes more in the summer, which is like a small city,” Costello said. “Th is money will help our law enforcement agencies and our community organizations prevent problems like drug use and gang activity with a multi-faceted, community-based approach.”

“I want to thank Secretary Heff ernan for her support of this award, which will make a meaningful diff erence for the communities I represent,” Costello added.

“Th is state funding will enable strong drug-prevention collaboration between the three communities and will focus on youth education to prevent drug use and mitigating gang-related drug activities while increasing drug- and gang-enforcement activities by local police, “said Senator Baddour. “I am proud to have supported this eff ort and know that our law enforcement offi cers will use these funds eff ectively to combat drug-related criminal activity.”

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REGIONAL – It may come as a bit of a surprise to many, but Massachusetts is holding its presidential primaries next week.

On March 6, on what is known as “Super Tuesday,” Massachusetts residents will go to the polls to vote in either the Democratic primary, the Republican primary or the Green-Rainbow primary. On that day, nine states will hold primaries, including Ohio and Georgia, which have 142 delegates to the Republican convention between them.

In Massachusetts, the Democratic primary is a yawner with President Barack Obama running unopposed for re-election. And the Republican primary with its 41 delegates is considered a done deal with the remaining three opponents of former Gov. Mitt Romney have largely conceded to Romney here and in Vermont.

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Roy D. Kneeland, 75, of Rowley, passed away Sunday afternoon, February 19, at his home with his family by his side. He was the husband of Beverly (Knight) Kneeland.Roy was born in Ipswich, January 20, 1937, son of the late Walter E. and Eleanor (McGlew) Kneeland. He graduated from Newburyport High School. At the age of 17, he started his business career in Boston, until he entered the U.S. Army from 1960-1962. He moved his business to Rowley, and in 1974, Kneeland Brothers Inc. was established with his brothers Daniel and Spencer. Roy’s passion was going to Key West, Florida. He loved his family camp in Maine and bowling. He also played shuffl eboard and in volleyball tournaments with close friends and family members. Roy was a caring family man who attended his children's, grandchildren's, nieces' and nephews' sporting events. He had many wonderful years with his wife, Beverly. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Roy Jr. and his wife Jennifer Kneeland of Brentwood, N.H., and Ronald Kneeland of Rowley; three brothers, Spencer Kneeland, Daniel and his wife Rhoda Kneeland and John and his wife Cynthia Kneeland. He also leaves six grandchildren: Cal, Travis, Julia, Schae, Kevin and Erica, as well as several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Kneeland and George Fairbanks. ARRANGEMENTS: A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. in the First Congregational Church, Main Street, Rowley. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to Hospice of North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Ste B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 and Solace for Stephanie, P.O. Box 303,Rowley, MA 01969. Arrangements by F.S. Roberts and Son Funeral Home, Rowley. For information, directions or to send condolences, please visit www.fsrobertsandson.com.

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At the hearings, held in Boston, Bourne on the south shore and Lee in the central part of the state, opponents like Neil Anderson of Falmouth said his headaches, dizziness and heart palpitations began shortly after Wind One, a 400-foot-high wind turbine, began operating about a quarter mile from his home. So did sleep disruptions, ringing in his ears and elevated blood pressure, he said.

Environmentalists, industry offi cials and other wind energy advocates backed the the panel's report, telling state offi cials wind is a safe and clean alternative to other types of energy.

"When we say no to wind in Massachusetts, we are saying yes to a bunch of dirty energy sources like coal, like gas, like nuclear power" that bring health risks far greater those posed by wind power, said Emily Rochon, a Northeastern University law student and member of the Wind Action Committee.

State offi cials have not formally accepted the panel's fi ndings. But Gov. Deval Patrick has made wind energy a key part of his plans to move the state away from carbon-emitting power plants.

Two measures before the legislature's committee on telecommunications, utilities and energy may determine if the issue of health eff ects is mute. Th ey will determine how many, if any, new wind turbines are built in the state in the near future.

One bill that would streamline the permitting process for land-based wind turbines has been buried in a study by the committee, headed by Rep. John Keenan of Salem.

Another bill before the committee would raise the cap on the number of wind turbines in the state that can collect higher fees on the power it generates. Th e bill would raise the cap from the current 1 percent to 3 percent of the total electricity generation capacity, thus increasing signifi cantly the number of wind turbines that might be built.

Th e state is currently approaching the cap, which would mean that any future wind turbines would be allowed to collect much lower fees for its power and thus probably make them fi nancially unable to support bonds sold to build them.

Some electricity distribution companies, which would be hit by the increase, oppose the increase, legislative staff members said.

Wind bill supporters say they want the legislature to pass the siting bill to speed up and streamline the process for land-based wind turbines. Opponents say local control on turbine sitings is stronger under current laws.

Keenan said the committee had spent 16 hours listening to residents on Cape Cod and in the Berkshires — the regions with the greatest wind energy potential in Massachusetts — before voting to send the legislation to a study.

Wind Power Blowing Across the State"We need further study and further

review to actually address some of the issues," he said. "We're just trying to do it right and respect the communities where these projects are being built."

Th e net metering bill may have to be voted on before March 21, a staff member said.

Th e DEP health panel was composed of physicians and scientists with expertise in acoustical noise/infrasound, public health, sleep disturbance, mechanical engineering, epidemiology and neuroscience. Th e members of the panel are: Dr. Jeff rey M. Ellenbogen of Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital; Dr. Sheryl Grace of Boston University; Dr. Wendy J. Heiger-Bernays of the Boston University School of Public Health; Dr. James F. Manwell of the University of Massachusetts-Amherst; Dr. Dora Anne Mills of the University of New England; Dr. Kimberly A. Sullivan of the Boston University School of Public Health; and Dr. Marc G. Weisskopf of the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Susan L. Santos was the panel facilitator.

A public comment period on the panel report remains open until March 19 at 5p.m. Electronic comments can be submitted to: [email protected]. Written comments can be sent to: MassDEP Wind Turbine Docket, 1 Winter Street, Boston, MA 02108.

out of the presidential race.Kent Meslay, Jill Stein and Harley

Mikkelson are running in the Green-Rainbow primary.

A state committee man and a committee woman will also be on the ballot.

Expect very little campaigning by any of the presidential candidates. Romney's competitors – U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum and former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich – will focus their time and money in other states.

Four years ago when the primaries were held on Feb. 5, almost 2 million people cast their vote in the two primaries that were hotly contested. Obama and then-U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton campaigned hard in the state. Romney was running against the eventual nominee, U.S. Sen. John McCain.

Of the 1,883,846 voters to showed up at the polls, 1,352,157 voted in the Obama-Clinton contest. Th e balance of 528,983 voted in the Romney-McCain battle.

Th is year relatively few voters are

expected to show up at the polls. Massachusetts Secretary of State William Gavin has not predicted how many voters will cast a ballot. If most of the 1.3 million Democratic voters elect to do something else next week and the 500,000 Republican voters decide that Romney already has his home state sewn up, election offi cials might well want to bring a book to read.

Th e state legislature almost didn't fund the election. Th e initial budget from Gov. Deval Patrick cut the secretary of state's funding by 2 percent.

Galvin told the legislators last year: “If I were to spend all of the money on the primary, I then wouldn’t have any money for the rest of the election department’s activities: the locaal elections where we supervise, but also preparing for the regular state elections and the presidential election in 2012. So, all of that has to be done.”

He off ered the budget-strapped state an alternative. Massachusetts could go to a less expensive, caucus-style election, but he said, “It’s my earnest hope that the legislature will

fi nd the money to help us continue the tradition of having a voter participatory primary.”

Th e legislators did, and Galvin got most of the extra $3.5 million his offi ce needed.

Th e rest of the state primaries, including the race for U.S. Senate and House, will be held on Sept. 6.

Here is a look ahead at Super Tuesday:

Th e big states are Georgia, Ohio, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Th ese are the big delegate prizes (total of 243 for the GOP convention), and the Republican candidates have all been campaigning hard in these states.

Th e caucus states of Alaska, Idaho and North Dakota might be considered Ron Paul territory, although . Romney has an edge in Idaho with its large Mormon population and Santorum is working hard in North Dakota.

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are not easy to get,” Chief Merrill added. “We appreciate the help of Representative Costello and Senator Baddour.”

Amesbury Police Chief Mark Gagnon said: “Representative Costello and Senator Baddour served as catalysts to make this collaboration

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Th e Byrne Grant is designed to provide seed money to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on local needs and conditions.

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Wednesday, February 29th at 9:30 am. 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 will visit areas on the refuge otherwise closed to the public. Th is guided two hour program is most appropriate for adults. Binoculars and/or a camera are recommended but not required. Meet the ranger in the lobby of the refuge visitor center. Each session is limited to 10 participants. Advance registration is required for this program, as enrollment is limited. Be advised that individual tours may be subject to cancellation.

COMIC BOOK ILLUSTRATOR ANDY FISH FOR TEENS

Andy and Veronica Fish will be at the Amesbury Public Library on Wednesday, February 29 at 3:00 p.m. Th ey will present and overview of the history of Manga and then a hands on workshop off ering techniques and tricks for drawing comics in a Manga style. Andy is a cartoonist, painter, illustrator and author illustrator of 13 graphic novels. His work has appeared in galleries all over the United States, and he has been published in fi ve countries. He has done storyboards in TV and Film and continues to produce two graphic novels a year. Registration is required. For more information go to our website at www.amesburylibrary.org or contact Margie Walker at [email protected] or 978-388-8148.

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING

Join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding fi eld trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. Appropriate for all birding levels. Wednesday, February 29, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $17. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

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ENERGY RETROFITS & THE HISTORIC HOME: WEIGHING RISKS & OPPORTUNITIES

Wed. Feb. 29, 7:30-9 pm. Presented by Sally Zimmerman, Manager of Historic Preservation Services for Historic New England. One of the most challenging issues facing owners of historic homes is how to make the home more energy effi cient without damaging or compromising its historic architecture and fabric. Sally presents a historic preservation perspective on insulation, window repair, air sealing, and renewable energy options in the historic home. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., S. Hamilton 978-468-5577 www.hwlibrary.org

THURSDAY, MARCH 1st

IMAGINE, SING, AND LEARN: SEALS IN THE RIVER

Active play and learning with Joppa Flats Teacher-Naturalist Lisa Hutchings for pre-schoolers, ages 3 to 5, with a favorite adult. Choose one of four sessions. Fee includes one adult and one child. Th ursday, March 1, 10:00-11:30 am or 1:00-2:30 pm; Friday, March 2, 10:00-11:30 am or 1:00-2:30 pm Meet at Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $16. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

PERFECT RAISED GARDEN BOX

Th e March 1 meeting of the West Newbury Garden Club features a local landscape architect with many years of experience in master planning and landscape design. Jack Tremblay will divulge all the secrets to a perfect raised garden box. With vegetable and herb gardens gaining in popularity, building a raised container is the perfect compliment to any landscape. New building materials will make this structure look great for a long time. Th is program promises to be a fun, informative and memorable evening. Th e presentation and meeting will be held at 6:45p.m. in the West Newbury Town Hall Annex, 381 Main St. (Rte. 113), West Newbury. Public invited. Talk to our energetic members, share

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Seabrook Library, Atlantic Green Energy and Harmony Energy Works in conjunction with UNH and the Offi ce of Energy and Planning will sponsor a “Button Up NH” weatherization workshop in Seabrook at the Seabrook Library on Th ursday, March 1 at 6:30 pm. “Button Up N.H.” workshops are taught by certifi ed energy professionals who provide residents with information and techniques to save money on home energy use. Th e workshop is free and open to the public, thanks to funding provided by the N.H. Offi ce of Energy and Planning from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. “With home heating prices predicted to rise by another 10 percent this season, the Button Up NH workshop is a wonderful way to help guard against fuel price increases” says Denise Blaha, UNH Program Coordinator. “Participants will learn how to undertake basic air sealing & insulation techniques, where to fi nd technical and fi nancial resources, sources of energy waste and easy do-it-yourself conservation measures to reduce fuel and electricity use that will save money and make homes more comfortable throughout the year.” In addition to the workshop, residents will be able to receive personalized assistance to energy related questions and get guidance through the process of implementing an energy reduction project, such as air-sealing an attic or basement or implementing a solar hot water system. Th e UNH-based program is a collaboration with Clean Air-Cool Planet, Plymouth Area Renewable Energy Initiative (PAREI), UNH Cooperative Extension, and the Lakes Region Community College. To sign up for this free workshop, call the Seabrook Library at 603-474-2044. For more information on attending a Button Up N.H. workshop or getting a jump start on saving money on energy this winter, visit: http://myenergyplan.net/

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or couple and we will place you on a team! B.Y.O.M. (Bring your own munchies)/ Cash Bar / Adults Only Email Wendy Antonucci at [email protected] to reserve a table (or with questions), along with a check for $25/person made payable to “Viking Gradventure”, c/o Antonucci, 146 Daniels Road, Rowley, MA 01969. Hurry & Reserve your table today!

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Weekly trip with experienced leaders in a search for avian activity in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. For beginners and birders of all skill levels. Saturdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, 9:30–11:30 am Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Adults $10; Children ages 8 and up $7. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

MAPLE SUGAR TOURSugaring tours only will run on

Saturdays and Sundays, March 3 & 4, March 10 & 11, and March 17 & 18. Tour times are at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Tour the sanctuary’s sugar bush and learn how to identify a sugar maple tree, observe tapping and sap collection methods, discover how sap becomes syrup in the sugarhouse, and get a sweet taste of the fi nal product. Tours last about an hour and run rain or shine. Warm up after your tour by the woodstove in the barn, where homemade soup and baked goods, maple sugar candy, books and gift items, plus the sanctuary’s own maple syrup, are available for sale. Tour fee: $9/adults, $8/children (no charge for children under 3). Discount for Mass Audubon members. For more information or to register for tours, call 978-887-9264.

THE WONDER AND THE WOW: HARBOR SEALS AT SALISBURY BEACH

Family educator Lisa Hutchings takes adults only outside to discover the wonderful world of bald eagles. Saturday, March 3, 11:00 am-1:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $17. Preregistration is required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

THE YOYO SHOW Saturday, March 3, at 2pm,

Pontine Th eatre presents John & Rebecca Higby in Th e YoYo Show. As seen on David Letterman, they have performed in over 20 countries. In October 2011, John set a new

Guinness World Record in Beijing, China. Over 20 million viewers on Chinese television watched as he lit 14 matches with a yoyo in 60 seconds. Th e 45-minute show will be followed by a workshop for all ages. Tickets are $8 for the performance and $12 for the workshop (which includes the price of a special YoYo Show yoyo). Purchase tickets online: www.pontine.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the door (cash & checks only) based on availability. For information contact Pontine: [email protected] / 603-436-6660.

VIVA LAS HAMPTON

On March 3rd and 4th the Hampton Community Chorale will be holding its 6th annual Cabaret, “Viva Las Hampton”, in the “Ocean Lounge”, downstairs at the First Congregational Church of Hampton. Th e dinner show will be on Saturday at 5:00, and the Sunday show, which includes dessert and beverages, will start at 3:00. Tickets are $15 and $10. For tickets or other information, call Rosemarie at 926 4765, Kate at 926 3531, or Peter at 828 8332. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

AUTHOR READING

Saturday, March 3, Tayari Jones ("Silver Sparrow), January Gill O'Neil ("Underlife), and Kate Bolick (All the Single Ladies) read at 7 p.m. at Jabberwocky Books, 50 Water Street, Newburyport Kate Bolick is a Newburyport native; her cover story for Th e Atlantic, "All the Single Ladies," fueled an international discussion about the declining urgency for women to marry. Today, news broke that she has sold a MS, based on this story, for over $500,000--what publishers call "a major deal." Tayari Jones is "one of the most important writers of her generation," according to the Atlanta Constitution. She is a visiting Radcliff e scholar and her book, "Silver Sparrow," was an Oprah Magazine Best Book for 2011, Library Journal Best Book for 2011, and the National Women’s Book Association 2011 Great Group Read. Most recently she was nominated for a NAACP Image Award.

SUNDAY, MARCH 4th

EXHIBIT

Ipswich Museum, 54 South Main Street, Ipswich will be open Sundays, Now to March 25, from 2-4 pm for the return of Lucy Myers and Terri Unger’s book and exhibit, “People & Place: Oral Histories and Portraits of Ipswich Seniors.” Each week includes a guest photographer, guest senior, storytelling at 3 pm, treasure hunt and more. An added feature will be a collection of “A Few of my Favorite Th ings”, or special objects that are emblematic of the lives of some of the seniors in the exhibit. Signed copies of the book are available for purchase. First fl oor Museum rooms

will be open for viewing. Call 978-356-2811 for information or visit www.ipswichmuseum.org. Free to members and children, $7/non-members and $5/seniors.

PID ANNUAL CELEBRATION

Partners In Development, Inc. (PID) is a non-profi t, humanitarian organization serving in Haiti and Guatemala. PID strives to help the extreme poor attain independence and whole life improvement through child sponsorships, small business loans, housing opportunities and medical care. We aim to transform communities so they can become self-suffi cient and break the cycle of poverty. We also off er service trips that travel to the countries as well as many volunteer opportunities in the U.S. Sunday, March 4, 2012, 2:00 – 4:00 pm at Boone Hall(adjacent to Ascension Memorial Church), 31 County Road, Ipswich. Come and hear about the successes of this past year, enjoy delicious food, native crafts to purchase, & a chance to catch up with PID pals. All are welcome, free of charge. Please RSVP for food planning purposes at www.pidonline.org or call the offi ce at (978) 380-6132. EXHIBIT OPENING: PHOTOGRAPHS BY JIM FENTON

Attend a free reception and meet noted wildlife photographer Jim Fenton at the opening of his new exhibit. Sunday, March 4, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. FREE. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT

Th e Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras will be presenting their annual Chamber Music Concert on Sunday, March 4th, 3:00pm, at the Free Christian Church, 31 Elm Street, Andover, MA. NMYO provides a unique opportunity to the Symphony Orchestra members by having them perform in small groups. Trudy Larson, String Director, is the organizer of this program. “Each year we divide all of the Symphony Orchestra students into chamber ensembles which rehearse for the months of January and February. All of the groups work with outstanding professional musicians from the Greater Boston area as they prepare substantial works from the chamber repertoire.” Th e Chamber Music Concert is a free family event which showcases the instruments of the orchestra as they are heard in small ensembles. Th e top groups from this concert will be chosen to perform in an honors performance at another

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AMESBURY - Th e Market Street Baptist Church, 37 Market Street, Amesbury, MA has rescheduled the Flea Market Fundraiser to Saturday, March 24th from 9:00 am - 12 noon in the hall at the front of the church building. To reserve a six foot table for $20 please call the church offi ce at 978-388-0930 or email [email protected]. Th e event will be cancelled only if a storm hits. Proceeds will be to fund the summer mission trips. We hope you will join us for a fun day of making new friends as well as earning money. Set -up will begin at 7:00 am at the front door.

------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - As we look towards our future we see great things. More importantly is the here and now! Th e COA staff , volunteers, board members and FCOA has been working on expanding our services to Amesbury. Th is has been done through innovation, creativity and fl exibility. Space can be tight and often overlapping events can occur. We appreciate your patience. Moving forward the COA is pleased to report eff ective March 1st that the Senior Center will be open an additional 1.5 hours per week. Our new hours of operation are Monday through Th ursday 8am to 4pm and Fridays 8am to 3pm. We also continue to have expanded hours when events go beyond this time such as the monthly dinner. We hope you continue to join us and enjoy visiting with us.

------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - Peter Struzziero will have a Star Wars Symposium for 5th -12 th grade at the Amesbury Public Library on Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite character since there will be a costume contest. We will have a trivia contest, video games, question and answers, and there will be Star Wars books that you can check out. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information contact Margie Walker at [email protected] or 978-388-8148.

------------------------------------------------------------AMESBURY - Sparhawk School will host an OPEN HOUSE for prospective students and their families on Wednesday, March 14th, at both Amesbury campuses. 9-11am at the Upper Campus (High School): 196 Main Street, Amesbury. 4-6pm at the Lower Campus (PreK-8): 259 Elm St., Amesbury. Th is event will be the fi nal open house for the 2012 enrollment season. Sparhawk School is an independent, PreK -12 college preparatory day school with a focus on academic excellence in a culture of kindness. For more information, check sparhawkschool.com, or call 978.388.5354. We hope to see you there!

------------------------------------------------------------BEACH CLEANUP - A beach cleanup will be held at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday March 31...rain or shine...from 9 - 4. We have over six miles of beautiful beaches...with just sand and surf! Come to parking lot #1 at the Refuge (it's at the end of Sunset Drive). Participants in the cleanup will be given bags and off ered one of several access points to the beaches. Litter-grabbers provided by the Rotary Club of Newburyport will be loaned out on a fi rst-come basis. Come for an hour or two and enjoy the scenery while helping preserve wildlife habitats. For more information: Jean Adams, Volunteer Coordinator, 978-465-5753 X 208

------------------------------------------------------------DONATIONS NEEDED - Ruth’s House, a nonprofi t thrift store located at 111 Lafayette Square is in need of donations of very gently used warm winter clothing, children’s, infants and toddler clothes. Also, blankets, towels and sheets. We also have a need for Volunteers – Wednesdays, Th ursdays, Fridays and Saturdays – donate as little or as much time as you are able. You may also drop off donations for the Sacred Hearts food pantry. All donations are tax deductible and donors will be issued receipts for their gifts. Donations may be dropped off on Th ursdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Th e store is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Th ursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. For more information call 978-521-5575 or visit online at www.ruthshouse.org.

------------------------------------------------------------HAMILTON-WENHAM Spring Book Sale Dates are Saturday, March 24, 9 am - 3 pm. Th e sale continues Mon. 26 thru Wed. 28, 10-8 & Th ur. 29, 10-5. Don’t miss the Friends Only Book Sale Friday evening, March 23, 6-8. Not a Friends member yet? You can join at the door. Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., S. Hamilton 978-468-5577 www.hwlibrary.org

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - Ipswich Museum, 54 South Main Street, Ipswich needs tour guides and greeters for the 2012 tour season of the Heard and Whipple Houses. Share in the fun by learning about local history through the Museum’s collections and sharing that information with visitors from here and around the globe. Training runs in four sessions beginning on April 28 from 9-11 am. Refreshments served. Call 978-356-2811 for more information or to sign up.

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - Th e Ipswich Chamber of Commerce Connections Meeting this month is being hosted by Elaine Pura, owner of Luna Sea, formally Luna Tuna. Elaine has been in business in Ipswich since 2006 and is fl ourishing in her new Market Street location. Elaine will be showcasing her fi ne selection of South African foods at this event along with South African Wine Tasting. Experience Elaine’s love of whimsy, fun and passion about food and cooking and join us at this Full Moon Celebration! Place: Luna Sea, 18 Market St, Ipswich (978) 356-8848 Date: Th ursday, March 8th from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. Please RSVP to Lisa Shanko, Vice President of Ipswich Chamber of Commerce by Monday, March 5th at 978-356-2972 ex. 339 of email: [email protected]

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH – Ipswich Lions Club First PizzaFest on March 17th noon to 3 P.M. at Ipswich High School- route 1A in Ipswich. Th e Ipswich Lions Club, famous for its annual ChowderFest, is celebrating it fi rst PizzaFest. Join the Lions club and sample Pizzas from many local restaurants. Cast your vote for the PizzaFest favorite. Bring the whole family and enjoy great pizza, children’s games, music, raffl es and prizes. Free eye exams are available at the LIONS EYEMOBILE. All proceeds go to local charities and Eye Research supported by the Lions Club. $10.00 admission for pizza, drinks and activities

------------------------------------------------------------IPSWICH - Never tried a triathlon? Now's the time with Tri for the YWCA, the Th ird Annual Indoor Triathlon, Sunday, March 25th, hosted by Th e YWCA Greater Newburyport and the Masters Swim Group. Events will include: Indoor Swim: 10 minutes in 25 yard pool; Indoor Cycle: 25 minutes ride on Spin Bike; Outdoor Run/Walk: 1.5 miles on the “Rail Trail”. Tri for the YWCA begins at 8:00 AM with 15 minute staggered time starts and is open to all fi tness levels. Enter as an individual and try your best at all three sports or enter as a team and do the sport you like best! Register on line only at: www.active.com/running/newburyport-ma/Tri-for-the-YWCA-2012. Join us as we swim, bike & run for the fun of it!

------------------------------------------------------------MERRIMAC - Break out your green and prepare to be Irish for a night! Join Merrimac Old Home Days on March 17th 2012 for an adult dance. Th e event takes place from 7-12 at the Moose Lodge in Merrimac. DJ, light refreshments and a cash bar will be provided. Tickets are $15 in advance ($20 at the door.) You may reserve your ticket(s) by sending payment

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Inspect! – Hire a licensed home inspector to go through the home. If he/she finds a problem (termites, faulty heating system, etc.) don’t panic, ask the seller (or selling agent) to allow an expert in pest detection/removal or a plumber to come out and give an estimate to fix the damage.

Understand - If you aren’t sure what is next, contact your REALTOR®, we are never too busy to answer your questions. There are many layers to a real estate transaction. How long is the home inspection, when do we have to sign, when do we need to give them a check, etc., etc. Ask us. We work for you. Put us to work.

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Buying Your First Home

This week I had the opportunity to work with a young couple preparing to buy their first home. They saw a home that had been neglected and the asking price reflected it. We were in a “bidding war” with at least 3 other parties and fortunately came out on top. For most of us, buying our first home is the largest investment we’ve ever made. For this young couple their journey started long before the first showing. The emotions of purchasing something so expensive can often cloud our judgment.

Many home purchasers do little or no research before they invest. This couple was not one of them. We reviewed exactly most if not all of the items outlined below before we set out for our first showing. I believe it helped them decide that this was the right home for their needs now and potentially in the future.

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Plan For Minor Hangups - If you or the sellers need a little more time to conclude the final arrangements, don’t let these delays upset or frustrate you. These types of circumstances are not uncommon in a real estate transaction.

If It’s Not In Writing, It Doesn’t Exist - All promises and discussions should be in writing. Don’t make any assumptions. Even the best intentions can be misinterpreted. Have your real estate agent keep an ongoing list of all discussions and get the seller’s written approval on all agreements.

Do a Final Walk-Through - Visit the property after everything has been moved out to be sure there are no surprises. Be absolutely positive the property was left exactly as you had agreed upon in the contract.

If you have any questions about this article, real estate in general or are looking to buy or sell a home please contact me, John McCarthy at Rowley Realty, 165 Main St., Rowley, MA 01969, Phone: 978 948-2758, Cell 978 835-2573 or via email at [email protected].


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venue later this spring. In the weeks following the Chamber Music Concert, NMYO chamber ensembles will travel to perform at senior residential homes, senior centers, and a rehabilitation center as a musical service to the community. For more information on NMYO and their performances, please visit the website at www.nmyo.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 5th

BROWN BAG LUNCH

Ipswich Museum, 54 South Main Street, Ipswich, will host its monthly brown bag lunch on Monday, March 5 at noon. Local resident Bill Nelson will present a slideshow of his recent trip to Israel and Palestine and discuss current confl icts. Nelson is the former Manager of the Ipswich Visitor Center. Bring your lunch; coff ee and tea will be provided. Cost: Members and Ipswich seniors free; non-members $5. Call 978-356-2811 for information or visit www.ipswichmuseum.org.

HOME ENERGY SAVING WORKSHOP

Th is free workshop will off er tips for saving money on your home energy bills and for reducing your carbon footprint. Presenter Matthais Bohier and Next Step Living, a National Grid partner, will also discuss the free MassSave Program and ways for residents to save. March 5 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Newburyport Public Library 94 State St., Newburyport (978) 465-4428 x 224 [email protected]

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Diagnosis & Treatment of Skin Cancer of the Head and Neck, a Senior Lunch presentation with Ryan Scannell, MD, Ear, Nose and Th roat, and Facial Plastic Reconstructive

Surgeon on Tuesday, March 6, 1 p.m. in Merrimack Valley Hospital’s 1st fl oor auditorium, 140 Lincoln Ave. in Haverhill, MA. Cost is $5 and includes lunch and program. Menu is Irish soup, corned beef, boiled potatoes, baby carrots, cabbage, tea, coff ee, dessert. Registration required. To register, or for more information, please call Katie at (978) 521-8140.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7th

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIRDING

Join Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette and USFWS veteran David Weaver for this weekly birding fi eld trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. Appropriate for all birding levels. Wednesdays, March 7, 14 (on Cape Ann), 21, and 28, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $17. Preregistration is not required. Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the Web site at www.massaudubon.org/joppafl ats.

IMMIGRATION MATTERS

Th e next meeting of "Immigration Matters" Study Group will take place at 7PM, Wednesday March 7 at the FRS (Unitarian- Universalist) Church at 26 Pleasant St., Newburyport. Th e featured speaker will be Deborah J. Krisko, Senior Immigration Service Offi cer, Lawrence Field Offi ce, U.S. Customs and Immigration Service. Ms. Krisko will speak on the current process of becoming a legal immigrant and citizen. Th e Immigration Matters Study Group focuses on the various aspects of legal immigration. It is free and open to the public. Come to learn and ask questions. Immigration Matters Study Group on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 7pm at the First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport. Free and open to the

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JAZZ VESPERS Jazz Vespers Service at the First

Religious Society, Newburyport. Th e band will be playing "Caravan", "Infant Eyes", "Samba Amor", "Footsteps" , and Impressions. A short, informal and spiritual time to share live jazz, prose and poetry Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 8pm at First Religious Society, 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport Free and open to the public

FREE PARENT WORKSHOP

Dr. Mark Arsenault of Arsenault Family Chiropractic, would like you to join him over coff ee for a free parents workshop on Wednesday, March 7th from 8:30 am - 9:30 am at the 29 Lafayette Rd., (Seacoast Village Mall) in the North Hampton, NH offi ce to talk about alternative solutions to children’s health issues. Th e coff ee hour is part of a Healthy Seacoast Families Initiative. We invite you to meet for a fun, informal coff ee hour designed for parents to learn the importance of spinal health for all children and how each child’s spinal alignment aff ects their future. You will learn about solutions to ear infections, digestive irregularities, and asthma. Please also bring any health questions you have. Dr. Arsenault has served seacoast families for 18 years, and is dedicated to making health a reality for every family. We look forward to seeing you! Register with Jennifer at 603-964-1460

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THE BARN PUB & GRILLE www.thebarnpub.com 5 Ring Street, 978-388-8700Wed 2/29: Seacoast Dart Association LeagueFri 3/2: Luck of the DrawTue 3/6: Northeast Dart Association League

MURPHY’S RIVERSIDE Find them on Facebook 37 Main St., 978-834-0020 Th u 3/1: KaraokeFri 3/2: AfterGlow, 9pmMon 3/5: Game Night

Beverly FIBBER McGEE'S Find them on Facebook 108 Cabot St., 978-232-0180 Wed 2/29: KaraokeTh u 3/1: DJFri 3/2: DJSat 3/3: DJ/Live MusicMon 3/5: Trivia, 7:30pm

THE PICKLED ONIONwww.pickledonionbeverly.com355 Rantoul St., 978-232-3973Wed 2/29: Karaoke, 10pmTh u 3/1: DJ Max Baun, 10pm-1amFri 3/2: Tobin & Leahy, 5-9pmMon 3/5: Stump Trivia, 5-10pm

GeorgetownCOACH’S ROCK POND PUBwww.therockpond.com206 W. Main Street, 978-769-5128Sat 3/3: Don’t Call Me Shirley

GloucesterALCHEMY CAFÉ & BISTROwww.alchemybistro.com3 Duncan St., 978-281-3997Wed 2/29: Women, Wine & Chocolate w/Chelsea Berry, 7-9pmSun 3/4: Bluegrass Brunch with Flynn Cohen, 12-2pm

CAPE ANN BREWING CO. www.capeannbrewing.com 27 Commercial St., 978-281-4782 Wed 2/29: Trivia Night, 7:30pmTh u 3/1: Open Mic Night, 9pmFri 3/2: Th e Haggards Sat 3/3: Th e Loudmouth Soup BandTue 3/6: Sea Shanty Sing-A-Long, 9pm

GIUSEPPE'S RISTORANTE www.giuseppesma.com 2 Main St., 978-879-4622 Wed 2/29: Open Mic,

7:30-10:30pmTh u 3/1: Dueling Pianos, 8:30pmFri 3/2: Joe Th omas, 9pm-clSat 3/3: Joe Th omas, 9pm-clSun 3/4: Inge Berg, 6pm

JALAPEÑOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT www.jalapenosgloucester.com 86 Main St., 978-283-8228 Tue 3/6: Th e Wood Peppers, 7-9pm

THE RHUMB LINEwww.therhumbline.com40 Railroad Ave, 978-283-9732Wed 2/29: Prime Rib, 5pm; Fly Amero, 8-11pmTh u 3/1: Dave Sags Blues Party, 9:30pm-1:30amMon 3/5: Open Jam w/Dan King, 9:30pm-12:30amTue 3/6: Trivia, 7pm; Funk Jam w/Henley Douglass Jr. & Soul Force V, 10pm-12:30amHaverhill CHIT CHAT LOUNGE www.chitchatlounge.com 103 Washington St., 978-374-9710 Wed 2/29: KaraokeTh u 3/1: Country Line Dance Lesson; Battle FinalsFri 3/2: Fennario (Grateful Dead Tribute Band)Sat 3/3: JoyrideSun 3/4: Lance Briant

MAL’S LOUNGE @ GEORGE’S RESTAURANT www.malslounge.com 77 Washington St., 978-374-5150 Fri 3/2: Roy Barboza

THE TAP/LIMELIGHT LOUNGE www.tapbrewpub.com 100 Washington St., 978-374-1117 Wed 2/29: Stump TriviaTh ur 3/1: KaraokeFri 3/2: Never Got Caught & 4x4 BarracudaSat 3/3: Coupe Deville

Methuen FIRESIDE RESTAURANT & PUB www.fi residemethuen.com 171 Pelham St., 978-683-2945 Th u 3/1: Just JoeFri 3/2: RetroactiveSat 3/3: George Williams

SAHARA CLUB www.jockosjazz.com 34 Bates St., 978-683-9200 Tue 3/6: Th e Ron Savage Trio

Newburyport DAVID’S TAVERN @ THE GARRISON INN www.davidstavern.com 11 Brown Sq., 978-462-

8077Th u 3/1: Tom CourtneyFri 3/2: Way to the RiverSat 3/3: Th ree PlaySun 3 /4: Judith Murray and Bill Duff y

THE GROG www.thegrog.com 13 Middle St., 978-465-8008Wed 2/29: Hoot Night, 8-11pmTh u 3/1: Dave Bailin and the BailoutsFri 3/2: EntrainSat 3/3: Friday AddictionSun 3/4: Blues Party with Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson, 6-10pmMon 3/5: Comedy Open Mic, 7:30-9:30pmTue 3/6: Steve Spoungin

THE PORT TAVERN www.theporttavern.com 84 State St., 978-465-1006Wed 2/29: Irish Seisuin with Eamon CoyneFri 3/2: Rob & TasaTue 3/6: Stump Trivia, 8-10pm

North ReadingGREAT AMERICAN TAVERN www.greatamericantavern.net 303 Main St., 978-207-1240Th u 3/1: Stump Trivia, 8-10pm; Time of Your Life DJ, 9pm-12amFri 3/2: Tim CannonSat 3/3: Lisa Love

Peabody PADDY KELLY’s http://paddykellys.com 154 Washington St., 978-532-2370Wed 2/29: Karaoke, 3-10pmTh u 3/1: College Night w/DJ Mikey BFri 3/2: DJ SammiiMon 3/5: Beirut Tournament, 9:45pmTue 3/6: Family Feud Style Trivia, 9pm

Reading GRUMPY DOYLE’s http://grumpydoyles.com 530 Main St., 781-942-2822Fri 3/2: Cool ChangeSun 3/4: Hoyt Foundation Fundraiser, 3:30pmTue 3/6: Stump Trivia, 8-10pm

RockportROCKPORT MUSIC @ THE SHALIN LIU PERFORMANCE CENTER www.rcmf.org 35 Main St., 978-546-7391Wed 2/29: A Far CryTh u 3/1: Comedy of ErrorsSun 3/3: Trio of Franz Schubert

SalemFINZ SEAFOOD & GRILL www.hipfi nz.com 76 Wharf St., Pickering Wharf, 978-744-8485Th u 3/1: Larry and the Blues Casters

THE GREEN LAND CAFÉ www.thegreenlandcafe.com 87 Washington St., 978-744-7766

Fri 3/2: Nick ConsoneMon 3/5: East West Duo

THE GULU GULU CAFÉ www.gulu-gulu.com 247 Essex St., 978-740-8882 Th u 3/1: Silversense, 8pmFri 3/2: Jeff SavlonSat 3/3: Little War TwinsSun 3/4: Th e DejasMon 3/5: Kevin Ilacqua Art HangingTue 3/6: Tuesday Night Movie

IN A PIG’S EYE www.inapigseye.com 148 Derby St., 978-741-4436Wed 2/29: Grateful TedFri 3/2: Blues JamMon 3/5: Open Mic, 9pm

O'NEILL'S PUB www.oneillsofsalem.com 120 Washington St., 978-740-8811Wed 2/29: Sports Trivia, 5-10pmTh u 3/1: DJ Sap, 11pm-12:30amFri 3/2: Live Irish Music, 6-9pm; DJ Sap, 10pm-

12:30amSat 3/3: Irish Music, 6-9pmTue 3/6: Trivia, 8-10pmPEM | PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM www.pem.org 161 Essex St., East India Sq., 978-745-9500 Wed 2/29: PEM Pals, 10:30am

ROCKAFELLASwww.rockafellasofsalem.com231 Essex St, 978-745-2411Wed 2/29: Latin Dance Party, 8-11:30pmTh u 3/1: Ringos CD Release PartyFri 3/2: Wildfi reSat 3/3: PulseSCRATCH KITCHENwww.scratchkitchensalem.com245 Derby St., 978-741-2442Th u 3/1: Max Sullivan, 6-9pm

Salisbury BLUE OCEAN MUSIC HALL www.blueoceanhall.com 4 Oceanfront North, 978-463-9222Sat 3/3: Playing for Change

CAROUSEL LOUNGE www.carousel-lounge.com 20 Oceanfront, 978-465-9045Sat 3/3: King Karaoke, 8:30pm

HOBO'S CAFÈ & LOUNGE www.chefhowieshobocafe.com 5 Broadway, 978-465-4626Wed 2/29: Karaoke & Dance, 6pmTh u 3/1: Karaoke Contest & Dance, 8:30pmMon 3/2: Karaoke & Dance, 6pm

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THE BARLEY HOUSE www.thebarleyhouse.com 132 N Main St., 603-228-6363Wed 2/29: Pub Trivia, 8pm

Tue 3/6: Irish Traditional Session

DoverTHE BARLEY PUB www.barleypub.com 328 Central Ave., 603-742-4226Th u 3/1: Kelly Raven, 8pmSat 3/3: Marty England and the Reconstructed, 9:30pm

THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NH www.childrens-museum.org 6 Washington Street, 603-742-2002Wed 2/29: First Friends Play Group, 9:30-11am; Wee Ones Wednesday Classes, 9:45-10:45am

DOVER BRICKHOUSE www.doverbrickhouse.com 2 Orchard St., 603-749-3838Wed 2/29: Cash is King, 5pmTh u 3/1: Brothers of Brazil

Fri 3/2: Lit on the Flash; Rustic OvertonesSat 3/3: Roadsaw; Supermachine; Twisted RootsSun 3/4: DJ Erich Kruger

FURY’S PUBLICK HOUSE www.furyspublickhouse.com 1 Washington St., 603-617-3633Wed 2/29: A Minor RevolutionTh u 3/1: Erin’s GuildFri 3/2: Half in the BagSat 3/3: All Good Feel Good CollectiveMon 3/5: Trivia, 9pm-12amTue 3/6: Tim Th eriault & Friends, 9pm-12am

KELLEY’S ROW RESTAURANT www.kelleysrow.com 421 Central Ave., 603-750-7081 Wed 2/29: Stump Trivia, 6-11pmTh u 3/1: Ladies Night

ExeterSHOOTERS PUB @ EXETER BOWLING LANESwww.shooterssportspub.com6 Columbus Ave., 603-772-3856Fri 3/2: DJ BIggZ & D, 8pmGoff stown THE VILLAGE TRESTLE www.villagetrestle.com 25 Main St., 603-497-8230Th u 3/1: Ladies Night KaraokeFri 3/2: Th e Tom Dixon Band, 8pm-12amSun 3/4: Th e Wan-Tu Blues Band, 3-7pmTue 3/6: Usual Suspects, 6-8pmTHE PASTA LOFT www.pastaloft.com 220 E Main St., 603-378-0092Wed 2/29: Morgan and PeteFri 3/2: Tom DixonSat 3/3: Take 4

Londonderry TUPELO MUSIC HALL www.tupelohalllondonderry.com 2 Young Rd., 603-437-5100 Fri 3/2: Brother Sun, 8pmSat 3/3: Savoy Band, 8pm

WHIPPERSNAPPERS RESTAURANT www.whippersnappersnh.com 44 Nashua Rd., 603-434-2660 Wed 2/29: Stump Trivia

BOYNTON’S TAPROOM www.boyntonstaproom.com 155 Dow St., 603-623-7778 Sat 3/3: Dueling Pianos, 8pm $10-17

THE DERRYFIELD www.thederryfi eld.com 625 Mammoth Rd., 603-623-2880 Fri 3/2: Never in VegasSat 3/3: Nimbus 9

DRYNK RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

http://drynknh.com 20 Old Granite St., 603.836.5251 Wed 2/29: Tropical WednesdayTh u 3/1: College Night; Ladies NightFri 3/2: Rock Star FridaysTue 3/6: Industry Night

FRATELLO’s ITALIAN GRILLE www.fratellos.com 155 Dow St., 603-624-2022Wed 2/29: Steve Sibulkin

THE SHASKEEN www.theshaskeen.com 909 Elm St., 603-235-9682Wed 2/29: Open Comedy Mic, 9pmSat 3/3: Irish Session, 3-6pmSun 2/19: Irish Session, 2-5pm

STRANGE BREW TAVERN www.strangebrewtavern.net 88 Market St., 603-666-4292Th u 3/1: Soup du JourFri 3/2: Erin Harpe & the Delta SwingersSat 3/3: Ricky ‘King’ RussellTue 3/6: Strange Brew All-Stars

Nashua FODY’s GREAT AMERICAN TAVERN www.fodystavern.com 9 Clinton St., 603-577-9015Wed 2/29: Trivia Night, 8pmTh u 3/1: Josh Logan BandFri 3/2: Th e VisitorsSat 3/3: Shades of GreyMon 3/5: DJ Mark AllenTue 3/6: Karaoke Dance Party

THE PEDDLER’S DAUGHTER www.thepeddlersdaughter.com 48 Main St., 603-821-7535Fri 3/2: Swinging JohnsonsSat 3/3: Th ird Left

STELLA BLU www.stellablu-nh.com 70 E Pearl St., 603-578-5557Fri 3/2: Michael TroySat 3/3: Th e Gentleman Group

NewmarketSTONE CHURCH ON ZION HILL www.stonechurchrocks.com 5 Granite St., 603-292-3546Wed 2/15: Trivia NightFri 3/2: Th e Super Secret Project, 21+ $20-$25Sat 3/3: A Night with Crutopio EDMSun 3/4: Open Mic, 7pm-12amTue 3/6: Blue Grass Jam, 9pm-12am

PortsmouthTHE BLUE MERMAID www.bluemermaid.com 409 Th e Hill, 603-427-2583Wed 2/29: Open MicFri 3/2: Mattless FolkSat 3/3: Bohen Lebrox

PORTSMOUTH

GASLIGHT CO. www.portsmouthgaslight.com 64 Market St., 603-430-9122Fri 3/2: Keith Henderson, 10pmSat 3/3: DJ Koko P, 9:00pm; Aaron Denny, 9:30pm; Randy Arrant, 10pm

THE PRESS ROOM www.pressroomnh.com 77 Daniel St., 603-431-5186Wed 2/29: Glen RothTh u 3/1: Th e Battle of Brewery BandsFri 3/2: Truffl eSat 3/3: Christa Renee BandSun 3/4: Jazz Grill with Fred Haas and Friends 6-9pm $10Mon 3/5: Jazz Grill with Jose Duque and Zumba Tres, 8pmTue 3/6: Larry Garland Jazz Jam, 5:30pm

RÍRÁ IRISH PUB www.rira.com/rira/portsmouth.html 22-26 Market St., 603-319-1680 Wed 2/29: Open Mic, 9pmFri 3/2: Amorphous Band, 10pmSun 3/4: Irish Sessions with Rob Benton, 9pmMon 3/5: Oran Mor, 5pmTue 3/6: Derek Warfi eld & Th e Young Wol

RUDI’S PORTSMOUTH www.rudisportsmouth.com 20 High St., 603-430-7834 Wed 2/29: Dimitri, 6pmTh u 3/1: Craig Fahey & Greg Massaro, 6pmFri 3/2: Jarrod Steer Trio, 6pmSat 3/3: Dimitri and Tony Wolff , 6pmSun 3/4: Jazz Brunch with Philip Sargent, 12-3pm

THE RUSTY HAMMERwww.therustyhammer.com49 Pleasant St., 603-436-9289Th u 3/1: Trivia Night, 8-10pmSalem MURRAY’s TAVERNwww.murraystavern.com326 S Broadway, 603-894-9100Wed 2/29: 45’s NightTh u 3/1: TriviaFri 3/2: Grp 3

SeabrookCHOP SHOP RESTAURANT AND PUBwww.chopshoppub.com920 Layfayette Rd., 603-760-7500We 2/29: Reverend JJ and the Casual SinnersTh u 3/1: Fred Hardy Comedy Night, 7pmFri 3/2: Zero GravitySat 3/3: Radio Edit

PRIME TIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL www.facebook.com/primetimeseabrook 620 Lafayette Rd., 603-760-7230Wed 2/29: Team Trivia, 8pmTh u 3/1: Karaoke & Ladies Night, 9pmFri 3/2: Bi-Polar Bears, 9pm

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------------------------------------------------------------MERRIMACK VALLEY HOSPICE VOLUNTEER COURSE – Free Training Off ered - You can make a profound diff erence in someone's life in just two (2) hours a week! Merrimack Valley Hospice is off ering free volunteer training. Using lecture, real life stories and small group exercises, participants will learn how to provide practical help and emotional support to those with life limiting illnesses and their loved ones. You will receive in-depth, comprehensive training and learn about yourself, about life and death, living and dying. At the conclusion of the training, you will become part of a very special group - ordinary people making an extraordinary diff erence when it counts the most to those most in need. All training is provided by hospice professionals from Merrimack Valley Hospice. All Merrimack Valley Hospice Volunteers must be 18 years old. Th e Spring 2012 Schedule is as follows: Mondays 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., March 5 to April 30, 2012. LOCATION: Merrimack Valley Hospice 360 Merrimack St., Building 9, Entrance I, 4th Floor, Lawrence. Th is class is off ered free of charge. However, registration is required. Please call Sheryl Meehan at 978-552-4522 or email [email protected].

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURY - Th e Commercial Clam License Applications for the 2012-2013 season accompanied with the $300.00 fee are due back in the Town Clerk's offi ce no later than Th ursday, March 1st at 4:00 pm.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURY - Th e First Parish Church of Newbury - Stewards of Earth and Spirit, host the Growing Together Sunday School. Classes meet Sundays from the beginning of September through May 20. Th e indoor/outdoor program for children ages 5 -12 and children with special needs, engages children in projects and activities centered around this year's theme: Stewards of God's Earth. Th e Sunday school class maintains a plot in the New Eden Community Gardens, which functions as an outdoor classroom for organic gardening projects and environmental conservation activities. Class meets at the regular worship service in the FPCN sanctuary at 10 a.m. Students gather downstairs in Holton Hall after the children's message for class. Th e church is located at 20 High Road, (Route 1A), Newbury.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT - March 10th , 2012 "Back to the Bean" Ham and Bean supper "St. Patricks Day Addition" from 4:30 PM to 6 PM, Hosted by Bethany Lodge at the Masonic building on 31 Green Street in Newburyport MA. Cost is $8, kids 3.00. Also: Hot Dogs, Potato Salad, Garden Salad, Cole Slaw, Brown Bread, roles, 3 kinds of Beans, pies, cakes, coff ee, tea, soda, and hot cider Come for a fatastic home cooked meal, service with a smile, and an atmosphere like no other Ham and Bean supper would provide.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT – AJH Aid Association Plans “A Grecian Night with Great Chefs” on March 16 - Th e Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association is pleased to announce its upcoming 24th annual Great Chefs’ Night, featuring the creations of celebrated chefs from over twenty restaurants and caterers in the Greater Newburyport area. Presenting sponsors are the Institution for Savings and the Newburyport Five Cent Savings Bank. “A Grecian Night with Great Chefs” will include gourmet tastings, live and silent auctions, live entertainment and dancing. Once again, the Governor’s Academy, in Byfi eld, is graciously donating its facilities for the gala. Th e festivities will take place on March 16, from 6 to 10 p.m. So save the date! Great Chefs’ Night is the AJH Aid Association’s main fundraiser each year, and all proceeds support services at the hospital.

------------------------------------------------------------NEWBURYPORT – Why Weight? Complimentary Healthy Dinner and Fitness Workshop Presented by: Dr. Jennah Dieter, Clinical Nutritionist & Hannah Horton, Personal Trainer on Tuesday, March 27, at 6:30pm at Healthcare Complete, 260 Merrimac Street, Newburyport. Why Weight? Seating is Limited…Reserve your seat today! (978) 499-9355

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY - Katerina Tsoutsouras from Rowley Troop 60566 is working on her Girl Scout Gold Award Project. She is providing a Craft and Story Book Time at the Ipswich Public Library, 25 North Main Street, Ipswich, MA for children ages 5 through 8. COST: FREE! Dates: March 3, 2012: 10:00 - 11:00 and 11:00 - 12:00; March 10, 2012: 10:00 - 11:00 and 11:00 - 12:00; March 17, 2012: 2:00 - 3:00 and 3:00 - 4:00. Th ere will be additional dates in April to follow. Sign up on line ([email protected]) or by phone (978-948-2959).

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY – Council on Aging Upcoming Trips - May 16, 2012 - Wednesday - Johnson & Wales - Gourmet lunch and demonstration. Enjoy this unique gourmet luncheon, along with wine tasting and food pairing demo. Following lunch we will go to the City of Providence for an informative session; July 17, 2012 - Tuesday - Mt. Washington Summit - A modern diesel train will transport us to the summit of Mt. Washington - See the weather station, gift shops, old time steam trains - enjoy our exclusive buff et luncheon at the Peppersass Restaurant. Call Rowley COA 978-948-7637 for more info and reservations.

------------------------------------------------------------ROWLEY LIBRARY - Weekly story times for infants through age 7. Programs are free, open to the public and there is no sign up. Just drop in at one of the following times: Babies: 10:10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for stories and action songs; Toddlers: 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for stories and songs; Pre-school: 12:00 noon to 12:45 p.m. for stories, songs and craft. Stay and play after story time and enjoy the children’s puppet stage and play area. Browse the collection including all the fabulous new items. We have books, tapes, CDs and DVDs. Also, Rowley Public Library is teaming up with Rowley Family Connection to off er ‘Traveling Story Time’ at Pine Grove School on April 9th and May 7th 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, songs and a craft with a librarian. Family Lego Club @ the Rowley Public Library on Th ursday, March 15th, noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 11th, 3 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, May 9th, 3 – 4 p.m.

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ttc_2_29_12.vol_8.no_17.p1-16.pdf

Documents

th e report

th e money

impact wind turbines

building wind turbines

proposed wind turbines

th e dep study

siting of future wind

illegal drug use