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  • 5/23 9:17pm   Stadium Fitness in Foxboro is offering a new Summer Junior Tennis Program for children aged 8-14 years. Lessons begin July 8, 2013 and run Monday thru Thursday (Friday will be used as a make up day in case of rain) for 6 weeks. Class is from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Cost for members is $40 per child per week and $45 per child per week for non members. Sign up for as many weeks as you like. For more information please contact Kathy MacDonald at kathymac@stadium-fitness.com
    - KM

  • 5/23 9:13pm  
  • 5/8 10:13pm   Taylor's Triumph 5K Run/Walk Road Race Saturday, June 8, rain or shine. Holmes Field, Norfolk.
    - JT

  • 5/23 9:12pm   Is this the New America? H. Olive Day had school this year on Good Friday and doesn't have a planned assembly to remember the brave folks who fought to keep us free on Memorial Day. What a shame.
    - PR

  • 5/23 9:00pm   I just went to the KP Music Chambers concert last night. I was amazed at the level and variety of music presented by the KPMS and KPHS students. There were small groups and solo performances of classical, jazz and popular music by band and chorus members. The second performance is tonight at 7pm at King Philip High School. The Chambers concert is free and I encourage you to go and see these talented students.
    - TMS

  • 5/23 8:55pm   Babysitter available! Need a break this summer while the kids are out of school? I am a sophomore Nursing student and I am ready to help your family! As the oldest of my siblings and cousins and a future pediatric nurse, I am a natural caregiver with excellent experience looking after children from the surrounding Norfolk area. I am responsible, mature, and reliable. I have my own transportation, and bring over 6 years of experience. I also hold current CPR and AED certifications. I am searching for a steady summer babysitting / nanny job to fit your family's needs. I will provide references upon request. Please contact me if interested. Contact me: (508) 384-0466
    - KG

  • 5/23 8:50pm   Hello, I am a high school senior, almost graduated and I am looking for a summer part time job. I have a lot of experience babysitting and am available if there is a family looking for a part time babysitting/nanny job. I have plenty of references and have been babysitting since I was thirteen years old. I can be contacted at Martyblue1994@aol.com. Thank you!
    - KM

  • 5/23 8:49pm   I am trying to get contact info for Dave Smith who is a local contractor and can't find it anywhere. Does anyone have his number? Thank you
    - TW

  • 5/23 8:48pm   Does anyone know what wireless/data plan works well over at KP Middle?
    - DL

  • 5/23 8:47pm   Come Swim with NCL at the Adirondack Club! Wednesday, June 12th from 10:30am-12:30pm, The Adirondack Club is welcoming NCL members and their children to enjoy their club. Your family will have a fantastic time using the pools, waterslide, splash pad, basketball courts and climbing structure. Remember to bring along swim toys for some extra fun! You are welcome to bring a picnic or purchase something from The Grille in the Adirondack Club.
    Only $5 per person (under 6 months and Adirondack Club Members are free)!! Pay for your tickets online via Paypal: bit.ly/NCLSwim Or by mail: Check payable to Norfolk Community League, Attn: NCL Swim, PO Box 450, Norfolk, MA 02056
    Hope to see you there to kick off some summer fun!
    Questions? Email us at: nclfamilyactivities@gmail.com
    - LH, NCL

  • 5/23 8:45pm   ; ken_squires@me.com and/or 617-759-0081.
    Thank you, S.C. Norfolk Soccer Board
    - CM
    --> [SC Norfolk Soccer signup post pulled until I can extract the revised info from the new-format Word doc - Wm.]

  • 5/23 8:44pm   Hello, CS. I agree it's tedious and boring to go back and search specifics in the Net. It's certainly not as easy and fun as tossing around accusations of bullying. Am I not allowed to criticize my own group when I perceive they've made mistakes? I taught common sense when I had a chance. It might have come up in class in the context of a reading, while we were chatting between classes or after school, or any time at all, really. No one's talking about a class in common sense. There were regular, suclasses where these was a tremendous amount of left-leaning indoctrination going on, believe it or not.
    As far as that remark regarding making a judgement on their behavior, I didn't mention the behavior. There was screaming and shouting, cursing, sexual harrassment, provocation and, yes, even "petty foolishness", if I may borrow a phrase, that simply didn't belong in school, just to name a few. You're right that teaching common sense should be the domain of the parents, but that's assuming the parents have common sense. Many of the parents of my students were, let's say, very skewed in their notion of what a contributing, dignified member of society should do and think. Those were the ones who showed up for voluntary meetings to take a stand, often accompanied by several like-minded relatives with no previous committment, just to make sure they were "heard" (that's code for: "intimidate the teacher").
    You're right CS. My statement about teachers no longer teaching values was too broad. When I started teaching in Roxbury, where most of the teachers were middle-aged or older blacks, common sense was preached daily. That diminished as time went on. A minority of us persevered but, as I said, most were silenced by the young and enlightened headmasters who were offended by value judgements and thought it underminded the parents' role by suggesting their belief system wasn't the right one. Also, they just couldn't bear to be called "hater" or "racist" by some of the youngsters, so they held their tongues. I don't remember them being offended. I think they just didn't want to get an unsatisfactory rating.
    - AB-G

  • 5/23 8:43pm   Looking for a recommendation for irrigation company in the area....
    - LC

  • 5/23 8:42pm   PSD, We would be happy to help you with any mechanical problems with your domestic trucks. We've been around for 37 years, so even though we are "Rocky's Auto Body" we have a raft of mechanical experience. We're open Monday through Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm, and you can call us at 508 384 7883.
    - Marcia Silvestri, Office Manager

  • 5/23 8:41pm   This is a comment for BF re: looking for a contractor to add a second story to house - Please consider calling Knowles Construction, a local Norfolk company, in business for 30 years.
    Pleasse see our web page, , or email us at paul@knowlesconstructioncoinc.com. We look forward to hearing from you
    - TK

  • 5/23 8:40pm   Looking for a good ENT Doctor within a reasonable distance. Thanks.
    - BC

  • 5/23 8:39pm   CS, You talk about AB-G butting in and yet you chose to throw in your two cents without reading all of the relevent posts? Years ago I tried to join a union. I went in to meet with the head union guy. I was told I would get leads for jobs and would have to go and get the job myself. With a non-union shop. After I got the job, a month or so later, they would give me union flyers to pass around the shop. I would have been called a "pepper". His hope is that I would be fired so the union would be able to slap a law suit on the shop and put them out of business. The unions have a lot of money for this type of, we'll call it shananigans for lack of a better term. I chose not to try to put some poor guy, who worked his whole life to build his business, out of business. All unions have an agenda, besides better pay for workers. Sorry to say, it's a fact. Public employees should not be able to unionize. There is an alternate agenda even if you refuse to see it.
    - DT

  • 5/23 8:36pm   SB - I am willing to teach your son. I taught several years ago, & my certification has expired, but I still know how to +teach swimming.If interested, please contact me through Wm. [You can use box436@norfolknet.com, or ask me for the phone number - Wm.]
    - SC

  • 5/23 8:35pm   Sorry, but the global warming, climate change, or silly name to come later charlatans just took a hit. Better put those carbon credits in the ol' cigar box with your S&H Green Stamps
    www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-22567023
    - PC

  • 5/23 8:34pm   What are the hours construction workers are allowed to be working in a residential area? Thanks in advance?
    - ER

  • 5/23 8:33pm   Looking for handyman to help replace irrigation system sprinkler heads.
    - RPM

  • 5/23 8:32pm   Norfolk woman with two well-trained dogs and references looking for small apartment (all options entertained - above-barn/in-law/caretaker) or home-share. Love kids, horses, chickens, cats. Also love Norfolk and want to stay. Many friends here. Call 508-553-3977 (home/business phone).
    - SO

  • 5/23 8:30pm   PSD - I recommend Mark's Automotive in Franklin, I am honest, hardworking, and reasonable. 508-528-3701.
    - MP

  • 5/23 8:29pm   Hi DT - That's a great question. In reviewing the material, there was in fact no mention of climate change at all, using that term, global warming, nor any other.
    Didn't mention Al Gore, carbon emissions from driving Hummers, Big Oil. Nothing of the kind.
    So I'm still trying to find the agenda that the teachers union has been propagandizing to our impressionable young minds. In thinking about it further, perhaps the significance of the message is in its omission. By not teaching about climate change, the teachers union is actually delivering the message that climate change doesn't exist and isn't an actual problem.
    Previously, I didn't really think of that as a lefty agenda, but those liberal moonbats sure are crazy these days, you can never tell.
    - JH

  • 5/23 8:28pm   CS: If you're going to make statements, and claim them as fact (e.g. 1. "Please note, nobody ever insinuated that you were "a drunken idiot or uneducated" and; 2. "Also, to be fair, your posts do have numerous spelling and grammatical errors. Again, I did not make this an issue, you did") then you should be doing your research. Neither of your statements is accurate, as I clearly pointed out in my previous post. Funny how you didn't acknowledge that. If you "have neither the time nor the inclination" to avoid misrepresenting the facts, then perhaps you should be following your grandparents' advice and mind your own bees-wax.
    Respectfully,
    - LD

  • 5/20 12:29pm   Looking for someone to come to our house to do private swim lessons for our 5-yr old son. Any ideas out there?
    - SB

  • 5/20 12:28pm   Does anyone have recommendations for contractors who handle adding second floors to existing one story homes? Such contractors need to have in place an adequate workforce to remove the existing roof, build the new structure, then make weather tight the new 2nd floor and roof quickly. The project location is Norfolk. Many Thanks...
    - BF (2)

  • 5/20 12:27pm   JH, I have to ask. Does the course water cycles and weather patterns refer to "global warming" or now the more politically correct "climate change"?
    - DT

  • 5/20 12:25pm   AB-G and LD: I have neither the time, nor the inclination, to go searching NorfolkNet for such specifics. I also do not have the time, nor the interest, to search past posts that are weeks or months old for single sentences, as you both suggest. My reply to DT was rational, not personal and substantive. Funny how neither of you mentioned that. I also find it ironic that AB-G, who is seemingly a life-long educator, does not take exception to the mis-characterization of teachers as a source of society's problems. AB-G, were you responsible for teaching students common sense? DT says you were. Did you too fail at it as DT implies?
    AB-G - here is quote from one of your posts that I also find relevant. "As of six years ago, when I would make any value judgement regarding behavior, most of my students would look at me as if I were insane or with indignation". Maybe these kids were smarter and had more Common Sense than you gave them credit for. Did you consider that? This is preceded by your sentence that teachers no longer teach values. This is another broad, sweeping statement that is deeply offensive to educators everywhere. It is sad that a teacher, such as yourself, is the person making this statement.
    AB-G and DT, you should really reassess what the agreed upon role of teachers is before faulting them for the petty foolishness (crossing the street, riding a bike) that you claim teachers are responsible for. I would prefer our teachers stick to the traditional subjects, such as reading, writing, mathematics, science, foreign languages, art, gym, music, history, computer science, economics, etc., while they leave the "common sense" to the parents. Is this unreasonable? Reading the long list of subjects that teachers are already responsible for, when do we fit in a class called "common sense"? If you figure it out, please share. Also, how would you both suggest we grade students in "Common Sense", and what do we do if they fail (according to your standards)?
    - CS

  • 5/20 12:24pm   For impeccable work on your suit, go to the Medway Tailor on 109 eastbound across from the eastern end of the Medway shopping center. It's virtually impossible to detect his alterations.
    - AB-G

  • 5/19 11:19am   Hello everyone. I am a 18 year old Senior who just graduated and would like to earn some more income in preparation for college. I can do most anything yard work related, as well as most odd jobs. Please contact me at splavin00@gmail.com if you are interested! Thanks!
    - SL

  • 5/19 11:18am   Can I get recommendations for an honest local auto mechanic that specializes in domestic trucks (Ford, Chevy, Dodge)? Thanks,
    - PSD

  • 5/19 11:17am   Wondering why is Norfolk awash in pink balloons today? It is our special way of remembering our friend Taylor Manning. Taylor passed away unexpectedly one year ago today. We miss her and wanted to let the Manning family know that we still remember her smile and ``can do'' attitude. The balloons were a special tribute to this special girl and her family. Girl Scout Troop 3616 (Taylor's Troop) organized this event to remember their friend and the fun times they shared. The proceeds will be donated to Camp Jewell YMCA in Taylor's memory.
    If you would like to make a donation in Taylor's memory to Camp Jewell YMCA please visit the link below. It will direct you to a page where you can donate in Taylor's name. heald-chiampa.tributes.com/show/Taylor-Glenn-Manning-93820296
    Thank you!
    Troop 3616: Eliza, Meg, Maggie, Hannah, Caroline, Katie, Caitlin, Eleanor and Corinne
    - TS

  • 5/19 11:16am   Can anyone recommend a local tailor for men's suits? Thanks!
    - WEW

  • 5/19 11:14am   Hi--I am certified to teach American Heart Saver CPR with an AED. Contact me at mmconsoles@verizon.net to set up a class.
    - MC

  • 5/19 11:11am   Hi CC, CPR courses are offered at Safety Trainers in Auburn - www.cookprofessionalresources.com. t was a bit of a drive but the best price I found. ?They are also offered at Morton Hospital in Taunton. Good luck!
    - TD

  • 5/19 11:09am   LB - Call Dover Trucking. They are a terrific company and their price to weekly pickup is very fair. You can reach them at 1-888-918-7274 or at dovertrucking.com
    - NT

  • 5/19 11:07am   Received a notice of an
    June 23: The 1st annual Massachusetts Cycle the WAVE (Women Against Violence Everywhere) , hosted by Web of Benefit and The WAVE Foundation , is a sponsored, non-competitive, all-women's cycling event. It is a venue created for women of all ages and fitness levels to experience camaraderie, increase awareness of domestic violence through visibility and raise funds for local domestic violence programs. Ride starts and ends in Ashland, MA and goes through Dover, Holliston, Medfield, Millis, Natick, Needham, Sherborn, and Westwood. Riders can choose between the 25 mile Little Sister route or 50 mile Big Sister route. This day of fun and surprises includes a well stocked rest stop and a celebration at the finish line including Legal Sea Foods 'Chowda' Truck, LUNA Bars, goodies from Whole Foods and Starbucks, girly gift bags, music, massages, and more! Our ride does not require fundraising, just a registration fee and 100% of proceeds benefit local domestic violence programs. Learn more: www.ma.cyclethewave.org

    - JC

    - Wm.

  • 5/19 11:06am   CS: Be very specific in your assertion re who the "real bully" is, please. Quotes would be much appreciated. I mean this. You can use the "Find on This Page" if you wish.
    There are many who bully subtly and not-so-subtly, on this page. So before you accuse me alone, reread some of the pos ts directed at DT. Try using the "Find on this page" if you have it. Did I hit a nerve by implying that (I can't remember the initials) was trying to bully DT and get him to stop his remarks? Does it have to do with one's opinion whether or not a post is to be summarily classified as bullying? BB's remark about Coor's was gratuitous and over the line. Is he/she a bully? Yes, it is fine to agree to disagree. Not everyone shares THAT world-view on here. If we all minded our own business this forum would be a lot smaller. Please do not tell me or anyone else to mind their own business. Someone might consider you a - well, you know - a bully.
    - AB-G

  • 5/19 11:05am   LB, Dover Trucking is wonderful, and they have single stream recycling, which makes it so easy! You can email me through the webmaster if you want further information.
    - LK

  • 5/19 11:04am   LB: Highly recommend Dover Trucking for your trash and recycling pick up. They are a family owned company right here in Norfolk. Professional, neat, reasonable and all around great company and owners.
    - JV

  • 5/19 11:02am   CS: The drunken idiot comment was implied in a post from BB on 4/19. The attack on a spelling error occurred in a post from NS on 5/1. Try to keep up.
    - LD

  • 5/16 12:30am   Looking for someone to do about 4 hours of yard work for me. A high school or college student would be perfect for this job. If interested, e-mail me at kellispadea@verizon.net. Thanks!
    - KS

  • 5/16 12:27am   Full-size, adjustable, outdoor Basketball Hoop - Free! Good condition. Must be able to collect. Help with disassembly provided. Please email: johnswilliams@verizon.net or call 508-528-9584
    - JW
    [Update 5/19 11:20am: The basketball hoop has been picked up by someone who saw the advertisement. Thank you! - JW]

  • 5/16 12:27am   I am a little late in jumping in on the drugs at the school conversations. They were interesting to read. Drugs in schools are everywhere - private and public. I found the conversation around the schools covering up the drug issues and not getting the police involved disturbing. After the 7th grader who was dealing drugs incident I was particularly rattled when my kids who attend KPMS asked what type of police punishment did the boys get and it appears to be none, at least for one of the two boys. With all the DARE education they have been taught that these type of actions are serious offenses then the school should definitely follow through with these teachings. Otherwise, it makes it OK to keep doing it in our schools. I think the punishment at the schools end should be just a serious. I was very disappointed to see that one of the boys was out playing on the baseball team like a hero to his peers. And if it is not the police and not the schools where is the parents' involvement and correction?
    - JGP

  • 5/16 12:26am   OK. A compliment and complaint to the town of Norfolk. The compliment is on the on line bill paying system in place in that there is one. I just went on line to renew our dump stickers. However, two huge complaints about it. One, you don't take a Visa credit card. Really? And two, I got slapped with a $2.50 fee not by transaction but by the number of vehicles?!!! That is ridiculous.
    - JGP

  • 5/16 12:25am   Norfolk Lions 50/50 Golf Ball Drop
    Weather forecast for Norfolk Community Day 2013: It will be raining golf balls at mid-afternoon!
    How would you like a chance to win up to $1000 or $250 and support local charities at the same time? Buy one of the Norfolk Lion's charity golf balls for $10.00. This year up to 250 numbered golf balls will be sold and two prizes will be awarded.
    At 3:00 on Norfolk Community Day, all numbered balls will be placed in a container and dropped 40 feet from the top of the Norfolk Fire Dept ladder truck. The balls will fall onto a 100 foot circle painted on the grass with a pin in the center. The ball closest to the pin wins $1000 and the second closest ball wins $250. The remaining $1250 will be donated to Norfolk charities to be named at a later date.
    In the unlikely event of a tie, the winnings will be split. The Norfolk Police Dept will monitor judging. You do not have to be present to win.
    With only 250 balls sold, your odds of winning are fantastic, so hurry and get yours. The Norfolk Lions will be selling golf balls at the Norfolk Recycling/Transfer Station on Saturday, June 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and at the Pond Street Complex on Sunday, June 2 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. They will also be on sale at Community Day, if not already sold out.
    You must be 18 or older to participate. Norfolk Lions and their families are eligible to enter.
    Norfolk Community Day 2013 will take place on Saturday, June 8, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Holmes family property, 22 Myrtle St., Norfolk.
    - PS, Norfolk Lions

  • 5/16 12:24am   Hi DT - I'm doing exactly as you ask, trying to foster some intelligent conversation here. I've undertaken a detailed review of my children's recent assignments and study subjects given to them by the Norfolk Public Schools. I'm having a hard time discerning which of these topics are left wing blather and furthering the liberal agenda, as you put it. Would you please care to enlighten me? Thanks!
    - Capitalization and Punctuation
    - The Water Cycle and Weather Patterns
    - Math Vocabulary, e.g. remainder and multiple
    - Continents and Oceans
    - Alliterative Sentences
    - States and Capitals
    There was a 2nd Grade unit on Rosa Parks and MLK, perhaps these are what you are referring to?
    - JH

  • 5/16 12:19am  
    Greetings!

    Well, it took long enough, but I finally have a name. I'm Bill E. Shakesbeare and I reside at the Norfolk Public Library. I was given my name by Andrew Obara and Kate Crump, winners of the name the bear contest.

    It's an awesome name because I'm named after one of the greatest authors of all time... Mr. William Shakespeare! I got my library card yesterday and the first book I'm going to read is William Shakespeare: His Life & Times. I guess I should learn everything I can about my namesake!

    I hope everyone will join me in the library's great summer reading fun this year. I plan to sign up as soon as registration opens on June 27th! I've heard that Ms. Marissa is planning some fabulous programs for children & teens and Mrs. Glasser has some great things planned for all the grown-ups too!

    Stop by and say hello when you're in the library.

    Sincerely yours,
    Bill E. Shakesbeare

    (photo: Andrew Obara gives Bill E. Shakesbeare his new library card and book)
    - RG, NPL

  • 5/16 12:19am   I'd like to give a big thumbs up to Cronin Landscaping. Garrick Cronin started his business recently, and I found him from his 3/31 posting on Norfolknet. I made an appointment with him and discussed my yard needs. Garrick provided a very reasonable proposal and we firmed up the agreement. He showed up when he said he would, and he and his crew worked each day until they were done with no fooling around. My yard now looks terrific, and I know I can count on Garrick to keep it nice looking all season long. If you missed his post, you can reach him at: croninlandscaping@gmail.com or at 774.218.0363. He's the one to call!
    - SN

  • 5/16 12:18am   The Federated Church of Norfolk will hold a Pancake breakfast on June 1 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM in the fellowship hall of the church. In addition to our famous homemade pancakes, ham, sausage and cinnamon rolls, we will also cook omelets or fresh eggs to order. Fresh homemade biscuits and sausage gravy are also available. All you can eat for $7, with a Sr. citizen cost of $5 and breakfast is free for children under age 10. We will not be serving breakfast in July and August. Look for a return of our monthly breakfast in September. The Federated Church is located at the corner of Main Street and Route 115 across from the Town Common. The church vestry and restrooms are handicap accessible. For more information, contact the church office, 508-528-0262.
    - LD

  • 5/16 12:17am   Yard Sale Sat. 5/18, 8-3, 5 Mill River Road, Norfolk. Large variety of items including youth sports & recreational equipment, seasonal decorations, catering/entertaining equipment, electronics, household items, tools, and ping pong table.
    - PS

  • 5/16 12:10am   The American Legion Post 225 Community Yard Sale originally scheduled for this Saturday, May 18th, has been postponed to the fall (date to be determined) so as not to conflict with or take away from the Wrentham Boy Scout Troop 131's Yard Sale scheduled for the same date.
    - AR

  • 5/16 12:10am  
    To: Boards of Health
    From: David A. Lawson, Director
    Date: May 14, 2013 Re: Notification of Late Evening Aerosol (ULV) Applications
    Please be advised that the Norfolk County Mosquito Control District will begin the 201 3 late evening ULV aerosol applications on or about May 28 , weather permitting. May 28 through September 30 , 201 3 - Adulticide aerosol (ULV) applications. (conducted between sunset through midnight, Monday through Thursday) If any resident wishes to know when the spray program may be conducted in their area, they should go to the District s website at www.norfolkcountymosquito.org. If an individual would like to see a map and/or street listing of the areas to be treated, they should click on the following link, and then enter their address Current late evening aerosol application schedule and maps www.norfolkcountymosquito.org/ULV_Schedule.html. Please note that the ULV map and/or street listings will be posted on or about 3:30 p.m. the day of the scheduled application. Residents may also contact the following number 617-582-6216 after 3:30 P.M. the day of the scheduled treatment to receive information detailing the streets/areas to be treated in the town. The purpose of the adulticide application is to control nuisance and/or virus carrying adult mosquitoes. The control product being used is DUET (EPA Reg. # 1021-1795-8329) applied in ultra-low volu me (ULV) sprayers at a rate of approximately one half ounce per acre of finished spray. Process to Exclude Property From Public Area Wide Pesticide ApplicationsState Regulation 333 CMR :13:0 3 provides a method for homeowners to exclude their property from public area-wide pesticide applications. For more information, please click on the following links: www.mass.gov/agr/legal/regs/333_CMR_13.00.pdf or www.norfolkcountymosquito.org/ULV_Exclusion.html
    - BF, Board of Health

  • 5/16 12:09am   Stop by and see!! Multi-Family Neighborhood Yard Sale. Saturday, May 18th from 8am - 2pm. Ridgefield Rd/Longmeadow Rd neighborhood, Norfolk. Lots of items including household, children, furniture, electronics, and so much more!
    - KO

  • 5/16 12:08am   FREE Sony 36" Wega TV and stand. Great set for a man cave, college apartment, or family room! If you can haul it away, it is yours! Heavy set, needs a few strong hands to carry it to your truck. 508-528-8847
    - MMB

  • 5/16 12:07am   Can anyone suggest where my daughter can take a CPR course?
    - CC

  • 5/16 12:02am   I'm new to the area and want to contract for residential trash pick up. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good company to contact?
    - LB

  • 5/16 12:01am   Thank you to the Norfolk Police and Fire Departments for their timely response to our home today for a malfunctioning carbon monoxide detector. We truly appreciate your service to our town!
    - KM

  • 5/15 10:58pm   Re 5/8 10:19pm Anyone have any recommendations for an electrician to put in a ceiling fan? Thanks, - JFO (1)
    JFO (1), I highly recommend Chris Woodley to install your ceiling fan. Chris is an electrician based in Norfolk, whom I've used in the past for a variety of electrical needs. His number is (508) 223-6565.
    - TO

  • 5/15 10:55pm   DT: It is a shame that you have misstated the dialogue that ensued after you insulted teachers. Please note, nobody ever insinuated that you were "a drunken idiot or uneducated" (your words, not mine). I do not feel that you are either, frankly. We may disagree about your opinions, but never would I attack your character like that. I do not even know you. Also, to be fair, your posts do have numerous spelling and grammatical errors. Again, I did not make this an issue, you did. Nowhere did I mention either in my responses. We all type quickly these days. As a result, there are often auto-corrections, misspellings and grammatical errors that result. I would never attribute this writing style as a failure of yours personally.
    To get to the real point, we can respectfully disagree about the role of teachers in what you perceive as a societal failure. That is fair, no? I don't care if you are on the left, right, or in the middle. My points were valid, well constructed and in no way insulting to you personally. We simply must agree to disagree on matters like "common sense", and the role that teachers play regarding related life long skills.
    There is a quote, "Common Sense is the Least Common of All Senses". In other words, common sense is not often taught, rather it is learned through life experiences; many of which are outside of the classroom. Holding teachers accountable for what you perceive to be a lack of common sense among young people (with a broad brush too) is unfair. Many community members contribute to teaching common sense - parents, neighbors, clergy, coaches, teachers, police, etc..
    If you find that my points are an unfair attack on your opinions as "someone with left leaning views", there is nothing more I can offer. Never was any offense meant when I defended teachers. I am still trying to understand your latest posts. My reason for following up is simply to point out that our children, and their teachers, are not nearly as misguided as you mischaracterize them as being. Again, I am NOT a teacher, nor a union member, but I am a parent who appreciates all that others do to help my children grow and mature into productive adults.
    I also find it ironic that AB-G, who is the real person trying to bully others, is so quick to jump into these discussions. My grand-parents had a saying, "mind your own bees-wax", that just may resonate. Respectfully,
    - CS

  • 5/15 10:54pm   DT: No thanks needed but much appreciated. Again, when my enlightened, young headmaster swept in to right the wrongs of our "mean and racist" school (which was much loved by the those of our students who were actually trying to get an education in an atmosphere of relative quiet [and don't tell me they were too young or innocent to know any better]), it was all peace, love and brotherhood until you disagreed. Then you had it run down your throat in short order. Good for you to continue to stand up. Lots of people are mortified and silenced by such remarks.
    - AB-G

  • 5/15 10:54pm   PB: Well, that is certainly demoralizing news about the town "leaders" trying to shut any of us up and then trying to find out who it was. I can just imagine who it was. This brings to mind Devolve who had one of his minions call Shaunna O'Connel to supress her various remarks about welfare payments and EBT abuse, then denying it and implying she was making the call up, of all things. She then gets a call to her cell, which gave ample proof of the call from his office. Thanks very much anyway for the post; we absolutely need to know these things. And thank you, Andras, for not giving him/ her up.
    - AB-G

  • 5/15 10:53pm   On April 26 and 27 the Friends of the Norfolk Public Library Book and Bake Sale had another successful sale. The final results are in, and it looks like we will have netted $18,000 - a little more than last year, and certainly a substantial amount to help the library provide its many services.
    The planning for the sale is actually a year-long event. Volunteers divide the responsibilities which begin with the sorting of the close to 30,000 books which are donated and brought to the Friends' closet at the library and the Friends' bin at the town transfer station. For many years Maureen and Conrad Buck, who retired from this most important task recently, have sorted, boxed, labeled, and transported these books with the help of our ``Schleppers'' and ``Trailer Tramps,`` Don Hansen, John Creeden, Steve Brylinski, Warren Bergerson, and Bob Vallee to a trailer located behind the DPW garage. The Friends have placed a special plaque dedicating the reading room of the library to honor Maureen and Conrad who have given so many years of service to the library. Thank you Maureen and Conrad. We couldn't have survived without you.
    Another very important and unsung hero is the publicity chairperson, Judy Ross. She begins in the fall making sure that our ``very big book sale from our small town'' is advertised in such places as Yankee Magazine and Book Sale Finder both of which require very early submissions. She continues through the year sending press releases to local newspapers, as well as the Boston Globe, church and school bulletins, and local organizations. In addition she helps to get signs, flyers, and advertising cards printed, and our banner repaired and edited. Thank you, Judy.
    Kudos also to Beth Vallee, our treasurer, who not only planned the layout of tables at the DPW garage, she also solicited for volunteers, greeted them when they arrived, showed them what to do, answered everyone's questions, and generally had to be in a million places at once. She even laundered the Friends' aprons and the table covers and provided the tape, scissors, magnets and other small needs for our sale.
    The main planning begins in January. The Friends' committee meets to divide up the tasks necessary to make the sale a success. This year's committee was Karen Gallup, Judy Ross, Pat Brylinsky, Sally Eykel, Anne Hansen, Thayer Olson, Deanna Grimm, Barbara Byron, Beth Vallee, Beverly Baldoni, Emily Nicodemus, Rich Tedoldi, Bridget Irish, Jodi Pappas and Susan Nelson. Throughout January, February, March and April the committee meets to plan and execute the Book and Bake Sale. We wish to give a special shout out to Emily Nicodemus who joined us last year and has spent many hours creating the signage for the sale.
    On Wednesday just before the Friday and Saturday sale, volunteers began the herculean task of moving books from the trailer to the DPW garage. Paul Vito and the DPW workers have hosted our sale for many years. They are beyond helpful, by cleaning out the garage and by helping with a fork lift to move many of the books from the trailer to the garage. Then with the help of Boy Scout Troop 80, and Girl Scout Troop 3616, the set up began. The energy and conscientiousness of these scouts helped the older crew to set up tables and moved the books to the assigned tables in record time. The boy scouts were led by Keith Yatsuhashi, and girl scouts were led by Tara Spellman. But this was just the beginning of their assistance because on Friday and Saturday the Boy Scouts, led by Peter O'Neil, again assisted the patrons of the sale by storing books for our patrons, carrying their books to the cashier and to their cars. Patrons appreciated and praised their speedy and courteous help. The Girl Scouts of Troop 74746 helped with the collection of bake sale items, and Girl Scouts of Troop 3616 also assisted at the bake table and organized the book tables as well. At the end of the sale, of course, when it is time to break down the tables and box up the remaining books, the scouts and their leaders pitched in along with other volunteers and made very quick work of the cleanup. Thank you to the leaders and the scouts for their conscientious, energetic, and courteous hard work.
    The book and bake sale requires many volunteers during the sale itself. They are cashiers, table watchers, and guides for our patrons. Many volunteers provide bake goods, often more than one item. We raised the most ever from this years' bake sale. Often volunteers come back year after year, and we thank all of them for their ongoing help.
    And finally we wish to thank all of the citizens of Norfolk who donate their books to the library and come out for the sale. Many town libraries are struggling from budget cuts and apathy, but the people of Norfolk use and support the Norfolk Public Library, and the Friends of the library and the library staff are deeply appreciative of their continued support.
    Thank you to everyone who participated either by working, or by baking, or by shopping. And to those of you who did all three, and many did, a special thank you for helping to make this a very successful Book and Bake Sale.
    - Barbara Byron, Book and Bake Sale Committee

  • 5/15 10:50pm   The Friends of the Norfolk Public Library held a Book and Bake Sale on April 26 and 27 at the DPW garage in Norfolk. We want to send a special thank you to the businesses and organizations that made monetary donations or that provided services for our sale. Thank you to Norfolk Town Pizza for donating pizzas for our volunteers. Kudos again for Roche Brothers who provided several trays of gourmet quality treats as well as paper and plastic bags. Thanks to Provo Liquor, Eagle Brook, and Norfolk Auto for lending hand -carts to make our lifting so much easier. Thanks to Linda's Variety for the ice and Dunkin Donuts for the munchkins.
    Once again, 100% of our expenses (table rentals, advertising, etc.) have been paid for by the monetary donations from local business sponsors. This means that 100% of the income from the sale itself will be used to directly support our wonderful Norfolk Public Library.
    Dedham Institution for Savings Dalzell Volvo
    Rockland Trust DiPlacido Development Corp.
    Rodman Ford Norfolk Donuts, Inc. DBA Dunkin Donuts
    Norfolk County Dental Care Holliston Oil Service
    Norfolk Arena Jofran Sales Inc.
    Foxboro Federal Savings George Cronin & Sons, Inc.
    Dover Trucking, Inc. Fore Kicks Sports Complex + Golf Course
    Tedeschi Food Shops, Inc. Norfolk Community Fed Credit Union
    Sundance Hair Studio Prudential Page Realty
    Houseful of Smiles Acorn Animal Hospital
    Stop & Shop Shaw's
    Thank you to all of you. We truly appreciate your donations.
    - Karen Gallup and Barbara Byron, Book and Bake Sale Committee

  • 5/12 12:39pm   Graduate student looking for a local tutor for MTEL mathematics (includes numbers and operations, functions and algebra, geometry and measurement, stats and probability, integration of knowledge and understanding) Any recommendations or anyone willing to help out would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks!
    - AP

  • 5/12 12:36pm   Babysitter available ~ If you are looking for a babysitter this summer, I would love to help you out. I am a responsible, energetic mom who enjoys spending time with children. I am available 2 or 3 days per week. I can also drive children to/from summer activities. Please email me for further information: lisa1213@earthlink.net. Thanks.
    - LS

  • 5/12 12:08pm   If you need a babysitter or nanny, I am very interested in applying for the job. I am 19 years old and will be returning from college on May 21. I have experience babysitting and love kids! I am flexible and can work from a few hours a day to several days a week. I have a car and a safe driving record, so I can drive children to and from activities. Since summer is just around the corner, please email me at adaigle@elon.edu to set up an interview or if you would like further information. I can provide references as well. Thank you.
    - AD

  • 5/12 12:05pm   Happy Feat Raises Funds For Fisher House Boston. Norfolk-based Happy Feat Fundraiser recently donated $5,500 to Fisher House Boston. Fisher House Boston is a comfort home for families of the military to stay while their loved one is being treated at the VA Hospital in Boston. Held on Friday, April 26th at the Italian American Club in Walpole, the event featured music, food, drawings, and a silent auction. This fundraiser is quickly becoming "the event of the year" with tickets selling out in less than 24 hours and over 120 women attending this year. Happy Feat, founded by Norfolk resident Eileen Stetter, raises money for various charities. For more information, visit us on Facebook or email us at happyfeatfun@gmail.com. Mark your calendars for next year: Friday, April 25, 2014 at Lake Pearl Luciano's in Wrentham.
    - GA

  • 5/12 12:00pm   Addendum to my post re lawsuit question @ TM: I just spoke to the T Clerk who explained there are too many lawsuits, mostly minor, to go into, even w/o revealing pertinent details. I wish something like that had been simply offered as a response instead of what seened to be, to me, awkward evasion.
    - AB-G

  • 5/12 11:59am   LB: I was surprised when I read your post. The Town Census is mailed out along with two forms (volunteer form and dog license form) by our mail house every January. Considering we receive over 1300 dog licenses returned with the Town Census (every year) - I am confident that at least most people are receiving all three forms. In addition, we do not mail out bills so I am not sure who mailed you a bill with a late fee included but it wasn't from our office. The only other thing we have mailed out in the past are post cards with a reminder to license your dog and this year (in an effort to save money) we did a community wide phone call reminding people to license their dog. We also posted this in the paper, facebook, norfolknet, and anywhere else we could think of in the hopes of getting the word out and help people avoid paying a late fee. And the "astronomic" late fee of $15 is a Town Bylaw that was voted by all the residents of Norfolk who opted to attend Town Meeting. (FYI: It pales in comparison to Wrentham's $150 late fee).
    Also, since you state that you never know when your dog license is due: dogs are licensed on a calendar basis, so if your license says 2012, then your dog's license expired on December 31, 2012 and needs to be relicensed by January 1, 2013. (But no late fee is incurred until May 1st - and again, I must say that I think a 4 month grace period is quite reasonable) This is also a Town By-Law and has been so for quite some time. Town By Laws can be viewed at www.virtualnorfolk.org and by clicking on the by laws link on the Town Clerk's page. I hope that clears up some of your confusion and helps you avoid any future late fees. Thank you,
    - Shawn Dooley, Town Clerk

  • 5/12 11:58am   JH, Once again another lefty tactic, take one thing I say, switch it around so it's out of context and use it against me. I was referring to the left's tactic of doing just that. You just further my argument. Thank you. "Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!"
    - DT

  • 5/12 11:57am   To all the people whom disagree with me, You have yet to give a well thought out, respectful response to my opinions. Calling me basically a drunken idiot and uneducated. You are all entitled to your opinion, of which, instead of responding in an intelligent manner you resort to name calling and calling into question my education and character. Just goes to show, if you have a differing opinion than someone on the left you will just be dismissed as (refer to above). I am willing to read and contemplate thoughtfully, ANY intelligent, well thought out responses. Please, tell me why I am wrong.
    And please save the typo corrections for the classroom and the name calling for pre-schoolers.
    To AB-G, thanks for the support. Nice to know someone else is not looking through rose colored glasses.
    - DT

  • 5/12 11:56am   All lawsuits are public record, the 2 major lawsuits against the town are directly against the building department and Paul Steves the plumbing inspector.
    I discussed this topic on Norfolknet before and the town was not happy, they made the web master pull my posts and tried to get my info from him.
    It's just sad that the town will still employ someone who causes so much legal action. Paul Steevs should not inspect in this town or anyother town.
    - PB

  • 5/12 11:55am   AB - Regarding your concerns about the lack of details on lawsuits pending against the town; as you may know, parties to a law suit are, or at least should be, restricted on what they can discuss on that case. Frankly I am happy that Mr. Hathaway did not answer the question more fully and and potentially prejudice the town's position.
    - DL

  • 5/12 11:54am   Are you looking for a baby-sitter this Summer? I am now offering part-time babysitting throughout the Summer. I am 18, highly responsible, CPR certified, and a recent graduate of king philip high school. Please call Julia at 774-274-0790 if interested. References available upon request.
    - JD

  • 5/8 10:43pm   Looking for recommendations for a local tutor to cover high school Spanish 1 curriculum with our freshman over the summer. Native speaker preferred. Thanks,
    - VR

  • 5/8 10:42pm   Yard Sale: 11 Fleetwood Drive, Sat. 5/11 8-12: Air conditioner, rocker, wicker furniture, clarinet, two guitars, jewelry, books, antique china, and housewares. Hope to see you there!
    - CR

  • 5/8 10:34pm   MP - regarding the schools, my family has been out of the system for over 10 years, so I cannot comment. However, from a purely personal experience, I understand your pain, anguish, fear and frustration. Recently read "Clean" by David Scheff, which may be helpful. You are not alone - small comfort, but you are not alone. I wish you and your family peace and comfort tonight.
    - CR

  • 5/8 10:30pm   The Annual SADD Walk of Tears in loving memory of Maura Howard, a graduate of King Philip High School and Amy Callaghan of Franklin High School, both victims of drunk driving, will take place at King Philip Regional High School on Sunday, May 19, 2013.
    Registration begins at 10:30 am with an 11:00 am start in front of the main entrance.
    The SADD Chapter (Students Against Destructive Decisions) will fund scholarships at both King Philip and Franklin High Schools. This event has raised and passed out thousands of scholarship dollars to worthy SADD members at both high schools.
    The walk is approximately 3 miles and there will be refreshments and water available.
    Please join the Walk and unite with us in this very worthy cause against needless injuries and deaths caused by destructive decisions.
    Thank you from the students of King Philip and Franklin High Schools. Rain or shine, we hope to see everyone there!
    - TH

  • 5/8 10:30pm   Thank you for those who responded to my request for a walker for my mom to use. I am all set.
    - AC

  • 5/8 10:29pm   I was surprised but happy that [DR] managed to slip in that question about current lawsuits. What puzzled me was, first, why the town counsel didn't field the question and, second, why it was "inappropriate" to mention any lawsuits at Town Meeting, of all places. Jack Hathaway looked extremely uncomfortable. I don't think DR was going to press him for details which might have compromised the case, but if he had, Jack could have easily declined to elaborate. The town counsel and any lawsuits we lose are paid for by the Norfolk taxpayers, no?
    - AB

  • 5/8 10:28pm   Does any one know which local siding company has the logo "We Side Best"? Thanks
    - NW

  • 5/8 10:26pm   MP - First of all I hope you are able to acquire the help you need with your son to battle his addiction. I for one, appreciate the time you took to inform the parents of students at KPHS about the drug problem there. I really didn't believe it to be as serious as you have described. I have a feeling there's been an absence of leadership at KP since the departure of Mr. Flahive. The union has gotten so strong it's incredible. Can you image the head of the union telling his union members not to write recommendation letters for current students ( except of course for his son who was also a student) because of a contract issue? The sport budget meeting last week at KP was a joke. The parents came prepared and Ms. Oliveria was so embarrassed she had to walk off the stage to compose herself. Mr. Shairer's face looked like a bowl of Campbell's Tomato soup he was so bothered by the drilling the parents gave the administration.
    - PR

  • 5/8 10:25pm   Looking for two high schoolers / college students to do yard work this Saturday morning. $10/hour. Basic tasks will be spreading mulch and weeding. Possibility to do more on other weekends, as available. Email jpjh090603@yahoo.com Thanks!
    - JP

  • 5/8 10:24pm   Mark your calendar for two popular upcoming events at Norfolk's Senior Center sponsored by the Norfolk Council on Aging and the Friends of the Norfolk Council on Aging. On Friday May 31st from 4 p. m. to 8 p. m. it will be "Antiques Night." Bob Graboski of Kingsbury Antiques, who has over 40 years experience in antiques appraisal, will conduct his highly informative and entertaining version of PBS'S "Antiques Road Show." Participants (observers are also welcome to attend) will be charged a minimal fee of $5.00 for appraisals limited to two items. Sorry, no stamps, coins (unless gold), paintings, sports trading cards, stuffed chairs, or heavy furniture. The rule of thumb is if one person can carry it, it should be okay to bring. For further information, call (508) 528-4430. On Friday, June 7th, the Center will hold its Spring Art Show, a special event saluting the creativity and talents of Norfolk seniors along with a variety of local artisans. Included in the all-day program (1 p. m. to 8:00 p. m.) will be the diverse watercolor works of those who have participated in the weekly classes conducted by instructor Tina Addison (who will also be displaying her own work) and the colorful knit designs of the Senior Center's very own "Knitwits." As there is no admission fee, visitors are simply encouraged to donate a canned or non-perishable item for the local pantry. For those interested in displaying their own art work or would like further information, contact Tina Addison at (508) 369-6754 or email her at tinagoodfood@yahoo.com. The Norfolk Senior Center (508) 528-4430) is located at 28 Medway Branch Road and is open Monday thru Friday from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m.
    - TM, Norfolk Council on Aging

  • 5/8 10:23pm   The Norfolk Lions would like to announce that in response to the terrible events of Monday, April 15, at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, the Lions of Massachusetts in conjunction with Lions International are welcoming donations to a Lions Marathon Disaster Fund in preparation for the coming days when we will be working to provide assistance to those injured and impacted by the events of that tragic day.
    Lions anticipate that the need will extend from those directly injured by the explosions, to those families who lost loved ones and to the first responders who worked tirelessly attending to the injured, witnessing the kinds of injuries normally seen on the battlefield, not on the streets of Boston.
    The unfortunate and tragic events of recent years from 9/11 in New York, to Hurricane Sandy in New York and New Jersey and the terror in Newtown, Connecticut have shown us the many kinds of assistance that Lions have and will once again be called upon to provide. The Lions of Massachusetts stand ready to do its part to help those in need and on their road to recovery.
    Donation checks can be made payable to the Massachusetts Lions Disaster Relief Fund and can be sent to: Council Secretary Richard Braks, P.O. Box 546, Templeton, Massachusetts 01468
    All Lions clubs, locally within Massachusetts and globally, have joined in this effort. We welcome your donations.
    - PS, Norfolk Lions

  • 5/8 10:22pm   To MP. Wow, that took alot of courage to post that post. I am sure people are appalled! There is no drug problem in our community!!!
    Dig your heads in the sand a little deeper people. Our son had a drug problem and we are thankful he has gotten help and is doing better after great effort involving many people. We still have bumps in the road but things are better. I hear of so many of his classmates who are struggling with this problem. It is such a shame.
    There is a true problem here... and it is not just Norfolk. Good families, with good parents have kids that are screwed up. It is so sad and so scary.
    Parents of middle school kids... watch them very closely. It could happen to your family. Don't think you are immune to this. Just because they are involved in "sports" or "band" doesn't mean they aren't dabbling.
    MP, I wish you the best. Sounds like your son needs some serious help which I hope he gets.
    - MG

  • 5/8 10:21pm   Dear Mr. Dooley, We completed our town census and there was no application for a dog license. In fact we have never seen it submitted with the town census. We have lived here for 3 years and have always had our dog. We never know when the licenses are due and end up paying when we receive the bill (along with the astronomic late fee).
    - LB

  • 5/8 10:20pm   I am looking for teen and adult hip hop class for a beginner during the summer. Anyone have any ideas of where one is being held?
    - JGP

  • 5/8 10:19pm   Anyone have any recommendations for an electrician to put in a ceiling fan? Thanks,
    - JFO (1)

  • 5/8 10:18pm   MP, may I suggest you and your son (and family) get counseling? And that you tell your son you love him very much, which is why you are so upset about what he's been doing. Then pay very close attention to him for as long as it takes to get him back on the right path, and avoid hitting him when he does something wrong. Study books on why kids turn to drugs, so you understand what happened. Figure out how to reach this boy, and do the right thing by him. Yes, this is a lot of work, but he is yours and he is worth it. What goes on at school does not matter - what goes on between you and him is most important.
    I wish you the best of luck, perseverance, patience, and kindness.
    - MJS

  • 5/8 10:17pm   For JH: What is wrong with you? Why so hostile? What good purpose does all this sarcasm and anger toward DT serve? I don't think you're going to shut anyone up. Do you?
    - AB-G

  • 5/8 10:16pm   For DT: I admire your courage in making that post. I agree about the covering up. At one of the schools I worked for, it was at least apparent that someone had gone to the local police station and told them not to respond to any complaints the teachers made about assault, because no one ever got a call-back from a detective. Good luck with your son.
    - AB-G

  • 5/8 10:15pm   Town Meeting starts tonight, Tuesday May 7, at 7 pm in the Middle School. The volunteer Selectmen, volunteer Advisory Board, volunteer Norfolk School Committee, and volunteer King Philip School Committee members have been working for months on a budget to recommend to us. "They" are not forcing us to accept what they recommend, with or without an override.
    Town Meeting is a chance for you as a tax payer and registered voter to decide how our tax dollars are spent. We have input regarding setting our tax rate, what the town's money is spent on, and what we decide to do without as the tough financial times continue.
    Please attend all of Town Meeting since every article effects our finances and quality of life. Be aware that an article can be brought up and voted on more than once during the same evening of Town Meeting.
    Town Meeting starts tonight, Tuesday May 7, at 7 pm in the Middle School - Please attend.
    - DLJ

  • 5/8 10:14pm   Wondering if anyone has any sound equipment that they are looking to get rid of (gathering dust or taking up space) i.e. a PA system, mics, mic stands, cables, mixing board, floor monitors etc. If this is so please email Gavin at gavindlynn@gmail.com, thank you.
    - GDL

  • 5/8 10:13pm   Taylor's Triumph 5K Run/Walk Road Race Saturday, June 8, rain or shine. Holmes Field, Norfolk.
    - JT

  • 5/8 10:11pm   Norfolk Multi-family Yard Sale Sat. 5/11, 9-3pm, Montauk Ave. Truck tool box & Trac Rac base rails, AC units, garden tools, furniture, sports equip., electronics, toys, more.
    - JS

  • 5/8 10:10pm   Just a word of caution for residents near Highland Lake and town forest: many of you are very aware of the massive manhunt following a break-in on Kilpatrick Way 10 days ago. Now we have a new break-in on Spring St yesterday. Police have been very responsive, but check your window locks and doors especially at night!
    - AB

  • 5/8 10:09pm   MP - Thanks for your post. I wish you the best. I agree with you that KP has a drug problem, sadly the KP Middle school seems to as well. Another reminder, two weeks ago, 7th graders were caught with pot at the KP Middle School.
    - LS

  • 5/8 10:08pm   Water bill - Unibank duplicate charge / debit. If you used Unibank's EFT (electronic funds transfer) to pay your water bill, please keep an eye on your checking / savings account because Unibank debited (took) the payment for the water bill twice. For mine it came out on 5/3 and then again on 5/6. They did send an email saying they would refund the money and cover any fees, but you might want to have a look.
    - SB

  • 5/6 11:59pm   If anyone knows Brother Peter M. Johnson of Norfolk, Russ Finch of GreenhouseInTheSnow.com in Nebraska is asking that Mr. Johnson (who doesn't have internet) be shown the greenhouse website as a partial answer to his inquiry. Thanks,
    - Wm.

  • 5/6 11:55pm   Free Sony 36" Wega TV and stand. If you can haul it away, it is yours! Heavy set, needs a few strong hands to carry it to your truck. 508-528-8847
    - MMB

  • 5/6 11:54pm   I am looking for help with my two sons age 3 and 1.5 at a cottage in Canada from July 13th to August 13th. Full time live in nanny required. Littlersuzanne@hotmail.com Thanks!
    - GC

  • 5/6 11:53pm   TR: Seriously? You wait 4 months after the dog license expiration date, fail to even take a quick look at the rules, fail to attend the Town Meeting on this VERY ISSUE last year, or in any other way avail yourself of relevant information before you sign onto a forum to cast seriously misplaced stones? No doubt you would have been equally as "disappointed" had you received a summons to appear at Wrentham District Court for non-payment. Please do everyone a favor and at least develop a passing knowledge about a subject prior to any future vitriolic tirades. Norfolk thanks you in advance.
    - CV

  • 5/6 11:52pm   JW: Will the St. Jude's Recycling day accept old air conditioners?
    - JP

  • 5/6 11:51pm   If anyone lost a set of car keys at the election, please call the Town Clerk's office: 508 528-1400 Thanks,
    - Shawn Dooley, Town Clerk

  • 5/6 11:49pm   TR: I just want to clarify a few facts in response to your post. Dog licenses expire on December 31st of each year and late fees are not charged until you are over 4 months late (not the one day late as you claim in your post - and I think a 4 month grace period is pretty generous). Not to mention, license applications were sent out with your census and I personally did a mass phone call to all residents reminding them that the fines would begin on May 1st. To make the process even easier, we have instituted on-line bill pay and/or you can always mail in the form and we will mail you your dog's license. In addition, this is a Town By-law as voted on by the residents at Town Meeting (not just a random fine) and this was passed unanimously by those who attended Town Meeting. This version of the by-law is much more lenient as the previous by-law had a minimum fine of $50 and that was due on March 1st. Also, dog licensing is required per Massachusetts General Law and pertains to every city/town in the Commonwealth - not just the Town of Norfolk. If you wish to discuss further and have other ideas on how to make this process better, I would be more than happy to listen to your suggestions - please, just call me - as opposed to posting annonymously on Norfolknet.
    Thanks,
    - Shawn Dooley, Town Clerk

  • 5/6 11:44pm   Hi I would like to tell you all a story. Last year my son was dealing drugs, stealing form his family, students at school had skipped school broke into house near school. (which school knew about but didn't notify me) making fires and destroying my house. I went home one morning found him in bed I told him to get up get dressed and go to school. I informed him he was very close to having someone come in the middle of the night and take him to school for troubled teens. I pushed him against a wall and told him to cut the S*#t and gave him a back hand. He got dressed I brought him to school followed him into school to make sure he didn't walk out other door. He went into John Gould's office said I beat him Mr.Gould asked me to leave which I did. When I got to my truck I called Norfolk PD told them what had happened. Mr Gould called Wrentham PD. I was arrested for assault and battery, removed from my house on a restraining order. After that his behavior worsened he was doing what he pleased at home and jeopardizing his younger sisters and mother. This all came to a head when he was arrested again for breaking and entering. At which point I was able to have restraining order modified and called a transport company and had him taken to the school. I did contact the superintendent of schools and asked for financial help with the education part of Ironwood to which she never even had the courtesy to call me back on.
    But anyhow that brings us to this year graduated school and was re-enrolled at the King Philip High School in January. Three weeks ago I received a phone call from Mr Gould saying he found him with a container with a dozen or so broken up bags of pot and $200 in cash. He was again dealing, I told him to call police to which he told me he rather not involve the police. I told him to call police. I then went to school where police had been called but Mr Gould was still reluctant to go forth.
    So when a kid goes into school and the vice principle can be the hero and protect the student from the "abusive" parent without even knowing what happened he can call the police before parent is even out the door. But when a student is dealing drugs on school property he calls the parent instead of the police. Can someone explain this to me. Only reason I can see is because school does not want to admit there is a drug problem so it is covered up. How many other parents have gotten a drug dealing phone call and not had the courage to do the right thing? He was dealing at school, but he was selling for another student and he is not the only one, and pot is not the only drug - ecstasy, adarol and LSD are present at that school on almost any given day. I have since been informed by a police officer that these "coverups" are not uncommon. You can have all the policies you want on paper and say there is not a problem but there is. Drug/alcohol addiction is a disease of denial and it not just the addict, it is the school that covers it up it is the parent that refuse to see. Mr Gould may have thought he was protecting him I when pushed him, but who is he protecting when he doesn't want to call the police for drug dealing? He isn't protecting the students, he isn't protecting the dealer, the only thing he is protecting is his job and schools reputation.
    King Philip has drug problem, like it or not; my son is not the only person dealing, he is selling for another student who has more then just him working for him. If he can break up an once of pot into 30/ 40 $10 bags of pot and get rid of them in a day at the school and say other kids are selling more your school has a drug problem. You have drug policies and say there is no problem because of the policies, but then you hide the problem.
    - MP

  • 5/6 11:43pm   Hear ye, hear ye! Please let it be shown for the record, that on May 4th, 2013 at 8:57 PM, DT has announced that (s)he is tolerant of gays and has re-affirmed rights for all women, worldwide. All you women and gays (and especially you gay women), should now just go back about your business teaching your children some common sense, and all will be right in the world once again.
    - JH

  • 5/6 11:42pm   Article 12 coming up at the town meeting wants the town to raise the number of bedrooms per acre from 16 to 32 to make the town more attractive to developers. This was voted down last year and now the developer lobby are pushing it again this year. In all honesty, are we that stuck for revenue that we are willing to turn our town into a Windsor Gardens or Dedham Corps. bedroom community swarming with commuters but not adding anything to the heart of this historic and lovely place? Please vote no. Thank you.
    - BB

  • 5/6 11:40pm   Blood drive, Tuesday, May 7, 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The Blood Mobile will be on Long Wharf, Boston, steps from the Aquarium T Station, in Front of the Chart House. In support of those affected April 15th. Your support is greatly appreciated! For Appointments & Information GM.Memorial.Drive@gmail.com
    - GM

  • 5/5 9:17pm   NS: Your sarcasm and defensiveness only make you look unprofessional and petty.
    - AB-G

  • 5/5 9:16pm   If you are still looking for a walker, try the Senior centers in surrounding areas. Medfield stores them in the basement. I know several seniors who have borrowed them for a short time span and then returned them so some else could use them.
    - AC

  • 5/5 9:14pm   AC: I have a walker that I could lend out to you for your Mom's visit. Please call (508)-520-1572, thanks, Cindy.
    - CR

  • 5/5 9:11pm   AC... Contact the senior center. If Norfolk does not have any, call the Plainville Senior Center. They usually have donated items.
    - CR

  • 5/5 9:08pm   Offering Summer Tutoring in Music theory, Ear training, and Music History. Open to all ages, preferably grades 4-12. Please email juliadonahue@mac.com or call Julia at 774-274-0790.
    - JD

  • 5/5 9:07pm   Clarinet Lessons - Accepting students grades 4-12 for summer music lessons. I am a Music and liberal arts double-major at McGill University and a former member of the King Philip Symphony Band. Lessons are $30/hr and $15/ half hour. Please email juliadonahue@mac.com or call Julia at (774)-274-0790.
    - JD

  • 5/5 9:07pm   Lifelong Norfolk Resident and Artist Dorothy Chaffee is having a exhibit of a new selection of her beautiful oil paintings and watercolors at the Norfolk Library Community Room. Her artwork will be on display May 5th through May 30th. If you would like to meet the artist she will be there Sunday May 5th from 1pm to 4pm.
    - JD

  • 5/5 9:05pm   Bad experience at Town Hall this [Weds] morning. Went to register my dog and got hit with $15.00 late fee for being 1 day late. This more than doubles the license fee ($10.00). Horrible. How can they justify this? I was objecting based on principle. There were 2 very elderly women there for whom I am sure this was a significant financial burden. Way to go Norfolk! Disappointing!
    - TR

  • 5/41 9:03pm   NS: If you are serious in your attack on DT's spelling simply because s/he has an opinion that differs from yours, then I think you are the last person that should be teaching any sort of etiquette.
    For the record, I see multiple examples on DT's April 28 post where the "I before e" rule is appropriately applied. Clearly, it was just a typo.
    - LD

  • 5/41 9:02pm   King Philip Music Department presents the annual Percussion Night on Weds. May 8 at 7pm at King Philip High school gym.
    The free concert will feature solo and group performances by KP Middle School and KP High School percussionists. The community group of World Percussion will perform and highlight international percussion music. Finally ,the award winning KP 2012 Winter Percussion Ensemble will perform their 2013 show "Island Stories" featuring the jazz influenced sounds of steel drums. This is the last time the show will be performed.
    For more information, please see the King Philip Music Association website www.kingphilipmusic.org.
    - TS

  • 5/41 9:01pm   I am interested in a free or next to nothing refrigerator/freezer for garage use. I can pick it up. 508-520-3815 Thanks.
    - LB

  • 5/41 9:00pm   To AC - Please send your phone number about the walker. I might be able to help you out.
    - DH

  • 5/41 8:59pm   Hi, I am looking for one or two high school or college kids to do some yard work (moving leaves and fallen branches) any day (sooner the better). $10 per hour, no sports team required. Please call or text me 617-943-1085.
    - CL

  • 5/41 8:57pm   NS, One typo and now I can't spell? I do know the "rule" i before e. It's funny how you're quick to point out one typo and don't want to look at the real problems with this country. And neither, (notice the placement of the i and e) does the left. The economy is tanked and Ed Markey and Liz Warren divert your attension to womans rights, gay rights and gun control. I believe woman have rights, I'm tolerant of gays and there are already enough gun laws that aren't enforced in the first place.
    Now let's move on to the real issues of how to balance a budget, how to get the economy moving forward and how we'll be able to afford healthcare in the future. And if you could find some time to teach your kids common sense that would be great.
    And CS my points are directed at adults because they teach children and they don't seem to be teaching any common sense. Kids are graduating from college with huge debt right off the bat. Common sense would say, If you can't afford that college you'll have to settle for a cheaper one. But society today says, "reach for the moon and we'll forgive your debt later", the taxpayers can afford it. There is no accountability anywhere anymore.
    - DT

  • 5/41 8:56pm   Just wanted to give a mason recommendation for Lester Darling a resident of Norfolk. He did a beautiful job refinishing my concrete front stairs and put in a new walkway. He was quick and professional!
    - BW

  • 5/41 8:50pm   All welcome to Saint Jude's Church Electronic Recycle Day and bike collection Sat May 11from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m at the church parking lot at 86 Main Street, Norfolk.
    Accepting all electronics to include monitors, computers, computer games, stereo equipment, copy and fax machines, printers, TV's and item that has a plug. We are also accepting any appliances, such as washers, dryers, stoves, refrigerators as well as lawn mowers, snow blowers with the gas removed, exercise equipment and grills. The recycle event will have low fees of $5 each computer, $10 any monitor or small TV less than 19", $15 each TV between 19" and 26" and $20 each TV over 26" wide and wood console TV's, projection TV's $25 each. .
    Any appliance are $10 each. Any cell phones, car, truck batteries are free.
    Bike Collection - Do you have older/newer road, mountain, bmx, adult or kids bikes. It does not matter the condition most will be going to Ghana Africa where they are very much needed. Please bring bike parking lot.
    - JW

  • 5/1 10:10pm   Saxophone Lessons- Students Grade 6-10. I am accepting students for Saxophone Lessons this summer. I am a Music Major at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and was in the King Philip Music Program and a member of the King Philip Symphony Band and King Philip Jazz Band. Lesson are $30 per hour $15 per half hour. Please email me at soupdogg.campbell@gmail.com or call Tyler at 508-479-5026.
    - TC

  • 5/1 10:09pm   Hi - can anybody recommend a local company to treat and cut my lawn? We have two small children and a dog so the treatments need to be safe/organic. Thanks in advance for the suggestions.
    - TL

  • 5/1 10:07pm   DT: I still do not understand why teachers are to blame in your opinion. Your posting is a laundry list of your perceived problems with our country. Many of the points you make are directed at adults, not children. You have some very valid concerns about the direction we are headed economically. I share many of your concerns. We differ on the role of teachers though. They should not be viewed as part of the problem, rather as a possible part of the solution.
    Respectfully,
    - CS

  • 5/1 10:06pm   I'll pay $10/hr to two or three KP seniors who wants a job edging & spreading mulch Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. Preference given to Golf, Tennis or Basketball team members. Give me a call if interested. Mr. Carrison, 508-878-1212
    - RC

  • 5/1 10:04pm   Shopping Night - Spring Fling Shopping Night is this Thursday night!!
    We are STRONGLY encouraging you to buy your tickets online as soon as possible, as we need a head count for food and our vendors. Please grab a friend and join us for a fabulous evening of shopping! Get ready to shop 'til you drop among an exciting selection of vendors and retailers including: Stella & Dot Arbonne Partylites The Pink Poppy ...Still Tees Pampered Chef Tastefully Simple Scout by Bungalow Tupperware Ava Anderson Non Toxic B Buckled Miche Bags And many more!
    Great gift ideas for Mother's Day, Teacher Gifts, First Communion, Graduation... something for everyone!
    Light appetizers and desserts will be served and a cash bar will be available.
    Buy your tickets today for $10 online at bit.ly/ShoppingNightTix or by mail. Tickets will also be available at the door for $12. The event is this Thursday, at Franklin Country Club from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Hope to see you there!
    - JT

  • 5/1 9:50pm   Nearly New Sale
    THIS SATURDAY is the sale! We are still in URGENT need for your used toys, kid's and baby furniture, sporting equipment and more!
    Only ONE drop-off time for donations remains! THIS Wednesday 05/01 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, please drop off donations at the DPW building, located on Medway Branch Road. Or, please contact nclnearlynewsale@gmail.com to make other arrangements.
    Please be sure that all donations are in excellent condition, clean and have all parts included and securely attached. Please note, we are not accepting clothing donations.
    Please see www.nclnearlynewsale.com or contact Karen Courtney and Susan Klein at nclnearlynewsale@gmail.com
    We hope to see you at the sale on Saturday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the DPW garage on Medway Branch Road.
    - JT, NCL

  • 5/1 9:49pm   Does anyone have a walker they would be willing to lend out for a couple of weeks? My mom is coming up for a wedding and would prefer not to have to transport her walker in addition to her wheelchair. And I, obviously, would prefer not to buy a walker for just 2 weeks or so! She arrives May 26th and will be here for approximately 2 weeks. Thanks.
    - AC

  • 5/1 9:47pm   DT - As you voice your concerns about our public school teachers, youth and the state of education, we should also add what a shame it is that you never learned the "i before e, except after c" rule when you were in third grade. Those teachers! When I face my students this morning, I will be sure to add in objectives for my lessons on "bike riding rules" and "crosswalk etiquette". Thank you.
    - NS

  • 5/1 9:46pm   Multi -Family Yard Sale, Bush Pond Rd - Norfolk. Saturday, May 4th, 8-12 (no early birds please). Rain date: Sunday, May 5th.
    - LK

  • 5/1 9:44pm   PMC 6th Annual Family Skate Night. Bake Sale & Raffle Too! To benefit Dana Farber/The Jimmy Fund.
    Support the Sweetman family in their quest to raise money to fight cancer. Twelve year old Michael Sweetman has battled and conquered Leukemia. Michael's dad Brian will be riding the Pan Mass Challenge with Michael as his pedal partner. Norfolk Arena has generously offered to donate 100% of Funds raised to Dana Farber.
    When: Saturday, May 4, 7:00-9:00 PM Where: Norfolk Arena, 1 Dean Street How Much: $5.00 per person
    Checks can be made payable to "Norfolk Arena." Skate rentals and crates available in limited supply. Any questions contact The Sweetmans at 508-528-0015
    - GS

  • 5/1 9:43pm   DT: You are right about teachers not teaching values. As of six years ago, when I would make any value judgement regarding behavior, most of my students would look at me as if I were insane or with indignation. I knew my last headmaster didn't endorse this as he was a hand-wringing, progressive young grad of the Harvard S of Ed (he bolted after 4 years of chaos and nonsense to be a consultant) who would never have wanted us to interfere with their "parents' belief system." Also, there were very few of my colleagues who agreed with me. I can only imagine what it's like now.
    - AB-G

  • 5/1 9:42pm   To RS - for your carpentry job, please call Robert Gomes. He is wonderful! 508-942-8024. He is a perfectionist, is neat as can be and reasonably priced. He will do the job right--rails and balusters have some very specific requirements to meet today's code.
    - EF

  • 5/1 9:41pm   Happy International Labor Day!

  • 4/28 11:59pm   The Sharon Bands are putting on a Pops Concert on Saturday, May 4th, 7:30 p.m. at Concannon's, 60 Lenox Street, Norwood. Upbeat, toe-tapping performances by the Sharon Concert Band, and the Roy Scott Big Band. Refreshments will be served, and are included in with the admission price. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $12 for seniors and students. Reserved Pops-style tables are available for parties of 8 or more. Advance sale tickets, available through the band's website: , are recommended. For more information, please call (508)-789-0159.
    - CR

  • 4/28 11:58pm   Does healthy, local, fresh-from-the-field produce excite your taste buds? Would you like to try a wider variety of vegetables than you usually find in the produce aisles of your grocery store? Are you interested in community-supported agriculture (CSA)?
    Tangerini's Farm in Millis has sold out their CSA Main Season Shares. However, you may still be able to participate. I'm offering half a share for half the cost - $325. This averages about $16 per week for an impressive variety of vegetables, herbs and fruits. Over the past 6 years of splitting my CSA Main Season Share, many families have asked to share, but only one could be chosen each year.
    Produce varies with the growing season. Typical offerings include a wide variety of Tomatoes, Beans, Squashes, Cantaloupe, Corn, Broccoli, Herbs, Eggplants, Lettuces, Sweet and Hot Peppers, Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Onions, Cabbage, Watermelon, Carrots, Beets and more.Produce varies with the growing season. Typical offerings include a wide variety of Tomatoes, Beans, Squashes, Cantaloupe, Corn, Broccoli, Herbs, Eggplants, Lettuces, Sweet and Hot Peppers, Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Onions, Cabbage, Watermelon, Carrots, Beets and more.
    The Main Season Share offers 20 weeks of fresh produce. Beginning the week of June 13 through the week of October 24, we'll pick up an interesting selection of familiar and unusual vegetables, fruits and herbs. Pick up is once a week right at the farm, 139 Spring Street, Millis, MA 02054. For more details, check out tangerinisfarm.com/tangerini_farm_csa.htm.
    If you are interested, contact me at SusanaCBrown@gmail.com 508.507.3424
    - SB

  • 4/28 11:56pm   I, too, have a leaf issue and am looking for any kind of help... Has anyone ever used one of those services where they suck them up and take them away? How expensive was it, given the size of your yard.
    - AB-G

  • 4/28 11:51pm   CS, My comments about kids education was not ment to insult anybody. I'm going by what I see day in and day out. Kids riding their bikes on the wrong side of the street, people stepping into crosswalks without looking both ways, and it's on every channel, people way over their heads in debt. People see the federal government, state government and local municipalities spend money frivolously all over the country. Are the schools teaching kids it's wrong? No. Teachers all across the country are on the picket lines looking for their piece of the taxpayer pie. All these rising pensions that public workers receive are going to bankrupt a lot of states as they have done to California. Thirteen percect of the money people make in California is now going to state taxes to bail them out of their mess. And don't tell me it's all Arnold's fault. California was in a world of trouble long before he became governor. The baby boomers are retiring. That's a huge chunk of the workforce and tax base. Who is going to cover these pensions. I do not want to work until I'm dead to pay someone elses pension, but it appears that's what I will be doing. By the time I'm eligible for SS, the pitance I recieve probably won't buy me a cup of coffee. Oh and if your kids are well adjusted, I would say it says more about you as a parent than it says about the public school system.
    - DT

  • 4/28 11:47pm   Norfolk Community League's Nearly New Sale 2013 Donation drop off Saturday!
    Toys? Kid's furniture? Sporting equipment? Do you have any of this hanging around the house? Then it is THE TIME for some serious spring cleaning!
    We are excited to announce that NCL's Nearly New Sale will be held on Saturday May 4, 2013 at the DPW building, located on Medway Branch Road in Norfolk. If you are interested in making donations, please see the drop off schedule below.
    Please be sure that all donations are in excellent condition, clean and have all parts included and securely attached. PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING CLOTHING DONATIONS THIS YEAR!
    DPW donation drop off times are... Wednesday 05/01 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturday 04/27 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Please see www.nclnearlynewsale.com for more information. Or contact Karen Courtney and Susan Klein at nclnearlynewsale@gmail.com.
    Thank you in advance for your donations - and be sure to come back for the sale!
    - JT

  • 4/28 11:46pm   Could someone please recommend a good local place to get mulch from? Hopefully one that doesn't charge to deliver. Thanks so much!
    - TM

  • 4/28 11:44pm   Hello - I am trying to help a friend to reach her fundraising goal for a 1/2 marathon she's running for Team Challenge Crohn's and Colitis. (teamchallenge@ccfa.org) The race is in Chicago on June 8th. I came up with the idea of holding a multi family yard sale in the Family Florist shop's parking lot.
    To raise funds, I would offer people a space with a table provided for a $20.00 donation. Or - bring your own table - $15.00 donation. That money would got toward Lisa's fundraising. Any money made from selling your yard sale treasures would, of course, be yours. I will get the word out, provide tables and the location. The florist is on rt. 115 so, it has good traffic flow. I was thinking May 18th for the date. 8 am to 3 pm.
    Please email me: Macca1fan@aol.com with any questions or if you'd like to reserve a spot. Consider it a two-fer: Helping out a charity AND clearing out some clutter!
    - RB (4)

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    5/18 The Garden Club of Norfolk will hold its annual perennial plant and bake sale on Saturday, May 18 th , 9AM- Noon at Norfolk's Town Hill and Gazebo area next to the town library. The garden club members are selecting various perennials and plants from their own gardens to be sold thus ensuring mature and established plants. Other garden related items will also be available for purchase. In addition, the Garden Club will also hold a bake sale. The baked goods will be made by garden club members. All funds raised by the garden club support club activities, a yearly scholarship, guest speakers, floral demonstrations, comm unity projects like the flower gardens located at the police station, roundabouts , town hall, train s tation and the two elementary schools.

    6/1 The Federated Church of Norfolk will hold a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, June 1 from 8:00-10:00 AM at the church which is located in the center of Norfolk at the corner of route 115 and Main Street. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs, hash brown potatoes, sausage gravy and biscuits, and cinnamon rolls. Omelets and eggs will be cooked to order by our omelet chefs. It is all you can eat for $7, $5 for Senior Citizens and FREE for children under age 10. We thank all who have attended our breakfasts this year. There will be no breakfasts in July and August. Look for information about upcoming breakfasts in September.

    6/12 Come Swim with NCL at the Adirondack Club! Wednesday, June 12th from 10:30am-12:30pm, The Adirondack Club is welcoming NCL members and their children to enjoy their club. Your family will have a fantastic time using the pools, waterslide, splash pad, basketball courts and climbing structure. Remember to bring along swim toys for some extra fun! You are welcome to bring a picnic or purchase something from The Grille in the Adirondack Club.
    Only $5 per person (under 6 months and Adirondack Club Members are free)!! Pay for your tickets online via Paypal: bit.ly/NCLSwim Or by mail: Check payable to Norfolk Community League, Attn: NCL Swim, PO Box 450, Norfolk, MA 02056
    Hope to see you there to kick off some summer fun!
    Questions? Email us at: nclfamilyactivities@gmail.com


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    Exterior/interior painting and wallpaper removal, light carpentry, general repairs, fix water damage areas. I have great knowledge in the application of Benjamin Moore line of paints and stains, I also provide free color consultation with your redecoration ideas for your home. I take the time to do it right. I am the sole proprietor and I live in Norfolk.
    I will respect your home and I will keep your home neat and clean during the painting process. I have painted so many interiors in Norfolk and have great references.

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    Babysitter Available!

    Need a break this summer while the kids are out of school? I am a sophomore Nursing student and I am ready to help your family! As the oldest of my siblings and cousins and a future pediatric nurse, I am a natural caregiver with excellent experience looking after children from the surrounding Norfolk area. I am responsible, mature, and reliable. I have my own transportation, and bring over 6 years of experience. I also hold current CPR and AED certifications. I am searching for a steady summer babysitting / nanny job to fit your family's needs. I will provide references upon request. Please contact me if interested.

    Contact me: (508) 384-0466

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    		Full-size, adjustable, outdoor Basketball Hoop - Free!

    Good condition.

    Must be able to collect. Help with disassembly provided.

    Please email: johnswilliams@verizon.net or call 508-528-9584.
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    Babysitter Available

    If you are looking for a babysitter this summer, I would love to help you out. I am a responsible, energetic mom who enjoys spending time with children. I am available 2 or 3 days per week. I can also drive children to/from summer activities. Please email me for further information: lisa1213@earthlink.net. Thanks.

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    Free Estaminets No Job Too Small.
    Call @ 508-207-3088

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    Let there be light and there were FLOOD LIGHTS
    (household items for sale by owner)

    It was a project to change out all our ceiling lights to spot lights but now we have for sale lightly used (pun!) Flood Light Bulbs with oodles of hours of light left in them: (35) Sylvania Indoor Incandescent Flood Light Bulbs 65-Watt 120V BR30 dim-able ($2 each)

    Contact MSBrown200@gmail.com

    4/28  

    		Ethan Allen Desk

    Ethan Allen desk, 60"L,24"D,30"H. Center drawer has drop down for keyboard. Left side has three drawers and right side has one door with room for storage or computer towner/printer with one shelf. Good condition. Asking $500. Call: 508-520-3727.

    4/28  

    1998 Saab

    Hi, I live on Bridie Lane in Norfolk and am selling a Saab 900. This is the last year they were manufactured in Trollhatten Sweden. It is a 1998 and I purchased the car new. It is a Hatchback. The split rear seats,fold down to make a bed large enough for a couch, it's been done. with cut thru for skis center rear. Backseat 3 passenger. 4 door. New brakes, tires fine, passed MASS inspection no worries.124,000 about miles, 4 cylinder, not turbo. I have all maintenance records, no accidents. Body only one small rust spot near wheel well. Otherwise body is great. All maintenance done regularly. City mpg 21, highway 28. It hasMag wheels. I have the original books and yes, it has the audio tape about the car. It has a Tape deck, not CD player.a Lighter charger etc. running safety lights. Heated front seats with separate regulators, rear wiper and wipers on the headlights. Nobody was allowed to eat, drink and never ever smoked in this car.

    Moon roof, electric. Has an alarm system. Car is 97% recyclable. The body is stainless steel.

    Cool fact. . . There were only 10 made worldwide in this color. Copper. I've been told this may be the last one on the planet.

    I have a lot of pictures of the car and am selling it "as-is" and "where-is" with no expressed or implied warranties. I am accepting cash only for this transaction and am asking $2500.00 or best offer over this weekend. I am certain with all the kids going to college it will be gone very quickly. It is in excellent shape.

    I can be contacted via this email jjcricket@verizon.net - serious inquiries only please.
    S o l d

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    		Paralegal for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petitions

    Registered Paralegal with over 30 years of experience available to prepare Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petitions with instructions on how to file with the Bankruptcy Court for the sum of $150.00. Professional service and quick turnaround. All emails will be answered. Reply to karenmercier@verizon.net

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    Free to anyone that comes and picks it up. Email me if interested. 1999norfolk@gmail.com

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    		For Rent

    4 bedroom home in private community of West Falmouth available for rent. Walk to beach. Private dock for small boat. 2 Kayaks. Large screen tv. Two gas fireplaces. Privacy. Gas grill. Outside shower. 2 1/2 Baths.

    No Multi families. No Pets.

    Before July 4th $2500.00 week
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