Monday, June 7, 2010

Kris Johnson as Molly Bloom

As part of the Worcester County Poetry Association’s Bloomsday 2010 – the day-long celebration of James Joyce’s novel “Ulysses” – Kris Johnson will do a dramatic presentation of excerpts from Molly Bloom’s soliloquy, one of the most famous passages in modern literature.

Please join us in the Bancroft Room for this special evening.

Wednesday, June 16, 8 PM

http://wcpa.homestead.com/BLOOMSDAY2010.html

Wheel of Life June 12, 2010

Congratulations to Shelly Taft and Jason Hopkins, along with big sisters Brooke and Summer Hopkins. They welcomed to their family Hunter Jason Hopkins; born at home on May 23, 2010 at 4:33a.m., weighing 9 lbs. 0 oz.

Interfaith Hospitality Network Fundraisers

The Interfaith Hospitality Network is holding two fundraisers this week. The articles are below. One is a pledge drive, "Vacation with a Mission": if you buy a tax-deductible raffle ticket for $100, you can be entered to win a weekend or a week stay at a vacation property on a lake in Massachusetts, or in Maine or Vermont (restrictions on availability are indicated). The other is a "Ride for a Reason" bike-a-thon ride on Saturday, June 12 with either 15 or 30 mile options. Consider donating to help children and their families who are homeless.

Liz Gustavson


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Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Worcester
A division of Family Promise
Interfaith Hospitality Network's
Vacation With a Mission

The Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) of Greater Worcester
is sponsoring a pledge drive with a nice reward:
WIN a vacation place to stay!

Who needs a reason to vacation? Well, we’ve got some great reasons!
Buy a $100 raffle ticket to support IHN and you’ll be entered to win a week-long or weekend stay at one of many great donated vacation properties or timeshares.
Your $100 tax deductable donation supports IHN’s critical functions, for example:
Provide overnight accommodations for a FAMILY of 5 for 2 NIGHTS,
Transport the children to school and parents to our day center FOR A WEEK,
Move the IHN families from one shelter congregation to the next.
TWICE, provide a week’s worth of advocacy & case management for a WHOLE FAMILY.
These are just some of the reasons to Vacation with a Mission!
These are the current Vacations you can try to win!
Drawing to be held June 12th @ noon as part of the
IHN Ride For A Reason Celebration Picnic!

Ocean Park, ME
Beautiful, 1900 sq ft First Floor Apartment of a Two Family Home; sleeps 7-8 comfortably. The unit has 1 bedroom (queen bed and double futon), a den/bedroom (comfortable foldout couch and single futon) and a large great room/dining room (with a double futon in the corner). It has one and a half baths, washer and dryer. This beautiful home has hardwood floors, stone fireplace, large screened porch, deck and outdoor grill. It is an easy 10 minute walk to one of Maine's finest beaches.
Click for addtional details, and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation!
Donated by the Wright-Gray Family

Webster Lake; Webster MA
Lake Front Summer Home, 4 Bedrooms plus Sleeping Porch, (3 doubles and 3 single beds-sleeps up to 9), 1 full bath plus 1 ½ bath, located on private street (dead end) (ideal for kids)
Click for addtional details and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation! Donated by: Debbie and Charlie Pedersen

7 Night Stay - Sunday River, Maine
Two-bedroom, kitchenette apartment style lodging. Two bedrooms (lock out style), each with its own bath, and a kitchen, dining room, and living room. One room has 2 queen beds, second room has queen size Murphy bed and sleeper sofa.
Click for addtional details and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation! Donated by the Holman Family

Lakeside cottage - Rome, Maine
Charming, lakeside cottage on Great Pond (one of the Belgrade Lakes), Rome, Maine. Three hours from Boston. Accommodations up to 6; 2 bedrooms with Queen size beds; 1 loft with 2 single beds. 1 bathroom. Fully equipped kitchen, open to livingroom area. Large lovely deck overlooking beautiful lake; dock on the lake.
Click for addtional details and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation! Donated by the Gregory Family

Weekend stay in Quechee, Vermont
A weekend stay in Quechee, Vermont. Less than 2.5 hours from Boston and Worcester. Perfect four season family resort. Ski on/off from front door, cross country skiing and skating in the winter. Hiking, biking, swimming, tennis and two 18 hold golf courses at the bottom of mountain in warmer weather. 10 miles from historic Woodstock, VT and minutes to the Quechee Gorge and Simon Pearce glass. Many wonderful restaurants to choose from or cook at the condo with all updated appliances. Full dining room table and island for 4.
Washer and dryer on site and charcoal grill on deck.
Click for addtional details and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation! Donated by the Pirozzi Family

A week on Lake Manchaug, Douglas, Mass.
Quiet retreat six miles from Rte. 395, Exit 4E. Steps away from the water! Three bedroom home (sleeps 10) on the shore of Lake Manchaug. Sleeps 10. Fully equipped kitchen. Large open eating-sitting-living area with wrap around enclosed porch overlooking patios and lake area. One bathroom with shower on second level, 2 bathrooms with showers on main level. Laundry included. Gas grill, tank is filled. Patio furniture: tables, lounges and chairs.
Fireplaces indoors and out.
Click for addtional details and how many tickets have so far been bought for this vacation! Donated by Bob and Carole Murray

You can order tickets in two ways:
Click Here for a Printable Form for Mailing or Click Here To Order tickets Online via Email!
Payment Options
1) Send a check ($100 / ticket) made out to "IHN of Greater Worcester" with the property # listed in the memo field to:
Interfaith Hospitality Network114 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01608
2) Pay Online using your Credit Card (via Paypal).

Be sure to specify this is for Vacation With A Mission in the memo field. You will recieve an email acknowleding your donation, thank you.
For more information contact the IHN by phone or email at:
Phone: 508-798-6732FAX: 508-798-8286mailto:ihnworcester@verizon.net?subject=Email_from_ihnworcester_org%21
Interfaith Hospitality Network114 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01608

Interfaith Hospitality Networkof Greater Worcester
A division of Family Promise
Interfaith Hospitality Network's
Ride For A Reason Bike-A-Thon

Saturday, June 12
Registration opens at 8:00 am
Ride Begins at 9:00 am
To benefit the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Worcester

Begins & Ends in Holden, MA
(At First Congregational Church, 1180 Main Street)
and between, a ride through the scenic, rolling hills of
Holden, Sterling, Princeton and West Boylston.
15- and 30-mile Options
Riders under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Mid-Point Rest Stop and Support vehicles provided.
Cue Sheets and Blazes on Streets Will Mark the Routes.
End of ride picnic provided.
View the 15-mile route from Holden here!
(Mid-Point Rest Stop at First Congregational Church, West Boylston)
View the 30-mile route from Holden here!
(Mid-Point Rest Stop at First Church, Sterling)
To Register click on IHN Ride For A Reason
Registration fees: $15
(with commitment to fundraise a minimum $200 donation)
or $65 flat fee (with no fundraising minimum)
Register by May 15th to guarantee T-shirt availability and correct size
You may also contact the IHN by phone or email at:
Phone: 508-798-6732 FAX: 508-798-8286
mailto:ihnworcester@verizon.net?subject=Email_from_ihnworcester_org%21
Ride not recommended for very young or inexperienced riders, as it is long and on open roads. Though meant to be family-friendly, parents please judge the appropriateness of this ride for your children.