Upcoming event at Congregation B'nai Torah

COME FOR A MOVIE AND DESSERT AT CONGREGATION B’NAI TORAH ON MAY 7TH Congregation B’nai Torah will host a movie night on May 7th at 7pm. We will watch Defiance, a film about Jewish brothers in Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe who escape into the Belarussian forests, where they join Russian resistance fighters and endeavor to build a village in order to protect themselves and about 1,000 Jewish non-combatants. The movie will be followed by discussion led by Rabbi Heilman. Please bring a dessert and feel free to bring a friend. Coffee will be served. Admission is free for temple members; non-members are asked to make a $5 contribution. Congregation B’nai Torah is a caring, inclusive Reform community of 200 families that offers membership to Jewish individuals, and Jewish and interfaith couples and families, and has become known as one of
MetroWest’s most innovative Jewish experiences. The Temple is located at 225 Boston Post Road (Route 20 East) in Sudbury. For more information, the public is invited to visit the Temple’s website at www.bnaitorah.com or call 978-443-2082.

The PMC Concord Kids Ride Returns! Register Now!

The Pan Mass Challenge Concord Kids Ride returns for its 4th year on Sunday June 12th 2011. This ride is open to anyone and we strongly encourage kids from our surrounding communities including Acton, Lincoln, Sudbury and Carlisle. The ride has been successful in raising over $150,000 in the fight against cancer. In the past rides, more than 300 kids from these towns The committee hopes to surpass that number this year. It is a fun and fulfilling event for the whole family that include face painting, t-shirts, and plenty of parents cheering on their kids.
Asked why she rides, Reilly Harring, age 13 and a 6 year veteran of the PMC Kids rides (4 years in the Concord Ride ) said “I ride for my Mom, who survived cancer, and my 2 grandmothers and 2 dogs, all lost to cancer. I also ride so that others can be helped and saved, like my Mom. The kids PMC Ride is a great way for young supporters of the cancer fight. Like the bigger ride across the state, the kids' ride has different lengths. You can ride 5, 10, or 15 miles. No one will discourage you if you do only 5 miles. Every rider helps, no matter how far they ride. After the ride there are lots of fun activities to do, including face painting, and lunch. If you are thinking of doing it, try it out. It is a morning full of fun and achievement.”
The Ride is open to kids ages 5-15. They can ride 1, 5, 10 or 15 miles. There is also a Kids Junior Ride for kids under age 5, which makes it a great family event, Registration is $15 and everyone is encouraged to raise at least $50. To learn more and register go to www.kids.pmc.org/concord.

All Cats Day

Join your feline friends Saturday, May 14 from 9-4 PM at the Concord Elks 221 Baker St. for All Cats Day sponsored by Adopt a Cat of Concord.
Come see cats and kittens for adoption, Aruba Cat Furniture, feline care experts and information about cats. Best cat costume contest, white elephant sale table, the Catmobile low-cost spay and neuter info, a raffle of items from local merchants, local exhibitors offering special hand made craft, Concord Dog Training Club and Save a Dog groups will be joining our cat friends at this years event.
Suggested Donation: $5, adult; children are free. All proceeds benefit Adopt a Cat of Concord. Info call 978 369-1875 or email patrick@adoptacatofconcord.org
Better Breathers
Emerson Hospital sponsors better breathers club lecture (Concord, Mass., May 2, 2011) The Better Breathers Club at Emerson Hospital will hold its monthly meeting at Emerson at noon on Thursday, May 19, 2011. Music therapist Donna Chadwick will present a lecture titled “Music Therapy: A Healing Modality.”
The public is invited to this free lecture. Refreshments will be served. The purpose of the Better Breathers Club is to provide support and information to people with chronic lung disease and their family and friends. From September to May, they meet on the third Thursday of each month.
For more information, please call the pulmonary rehabilitation team at 978-287-3715.

Caouette/Simeone Farmlands

Saturday, May 21; rain date, June 4
10:30 AM
Meet at the property easement along the northern border of the property at 90 Martin Street, Acton.
Walk of the Caouette/Simeone Farmlands
Parking is available on Martin Street near property easement along the northern border of the property at 90 Martin Street, or at Jones Field or the South Acton Train Station Selectman Mike Gowing will lead the walk. Come and enjoy this 300 year old agricultural landscape, the historic S. Acton mill pond, great opportunities for viewing wildlife, and breathtaking vistas from one of the most densely developed sections of Acton.
Walk sponsored by the Acton Conservation Trust (Refreshments provided).
For more information, contact Susan Mitchell-Hardt, 978-369-9264, mitchell-hardt@comcast.net
If unsure about inclement weather, contact Mike Gowing, 978-264-0921.
American Cancer Society Research Study Looks to Massachusetts for Participants
The American Cancer Society is looking to Massachusetts residents to play a direct role in improving the lives of future generations by participating in an historic study. The Society will be enrolling volunteers for its Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3) at three Relay For Life? locations across the state. Participants must be between the ages of 30 and 65, must never have been diagnosed with cancer, and must be willing to make a long-term commitment to the study. They will be asked to complete a brief written survey, provide a waist measurement, and give a small blood sample at the enrollment site. After that, follow-up surveys will be sent to participants’ homes on a regular basis over the next few decades to update health behavior information. Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from a series of American Cancer Society studies that began in the 1950s and involved hundreds of thousands of volunteer participants. For more information or to learn how to become involved with CPS-3, visit cancer.org/cps3, email cps3@cancer org, or call toll-free 1-888-604-5888.
U2charist Service
Church of the Good Shepherd-Acton invites you to attend a unique worship service on Sunday, May 15th at 5:00pm. The U2charist is essentially an Episcopal Eucharist that features the music of the band U2. Embedded in the event is a message about God's call to get behind the Millennium Development Goals (MDG - www.un.org/millenniumgoals/ ) to end extreme poverty. Bono, lead singer of U2, is committed to this goal, and with his group has given permission to churches to use the band's music to raise awareness of the MDG. We invite you to join with us for this multi-media event that is guaranteed to be a new worship experience, as well as a new way of getting behind the movement for global reconciliation. The freewill offering during the service will go to the victims of the recent earthquake in Japan. Good Shepherd is located at 164 Newtown Road in Acton. For additional information, please call the Church Administrator at 978-263-5782 or visit the website: www.goodshepherdacton.org/

May Taize service

The Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) will hold its monthly Taize, Prayer, and Healing Service on Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 at 7:00 P.M.
This candlelight service is open to all in the community. It includes Taize chants and some music from Iona, scripture readings, meditation, and prayers. For those who wish to come forward, there is also a time for laying on of hands, where you can receive prayers for self, others, or any concern. The church is at 164 Newtown Rd.,at the intersection with Arlington St. in Acton. Please join us for this beautiful spiritual service. For more information, please contact Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) at 978-263-5782 or visit the website at www.goodshepherdacton.org. There is no offering taken at this service.

Annual Letter Writing Day

When was the last time you wrote or received a personal letter? Do you have some letters that you have saved because they are special to you? Do your children ever write a letter rather than sending an email?
The Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History on the Regis College campus in Weston is holding its second annual Letter Writing Day on Sunday, May 22 from 1:00 to 4:00. Co-authors Kate Drury, a postal carrier for over 28 years, and Lois McNulty, whose father was a mailman, will share mail carrier stories from their new book “Carried Away”.
In addition, Mary W. Hart, a lettering artist and lecturer at both Lasell and Middlesex Community Colleges, will give a demonstration of a unique type of calligraphy and explain the use of nibbed oblique pens. Instructions will also be given about how to create unique envelopes and personal stationery. Visitors can produce some and write at least one letter to a friend. The Museum will the mail letters for free. Visitors are also being asked to share their personal stories about favorite letters they have received and even encouraged to bring some of these to the program.
On display in the Museum’s main gallery will be examples of letters from various eras and differ patriotic envelopes used during the Civil War
Children are admitted free and will also receive free stamps to help them start their own collection. For more information call 781-768-8367 or visit www.spellman.org.

Save A Dog to Host 11th Annual Paws in the Park Event

Save A Dog, Inc., a non-profit humane society committed to placing rescued and abandoned dogs in loving, approved homes, will host its 11th annual "Paws in the Park" event on Sunday, May 22nd. The event will run from 10am to 3pm at Longfellow's Wayside Inn in Sudbury. Admission to the event is $10; however, the admission fee will be waived for participants with pledges of $10 and up. Children under 12 years old are free.
This event is for dog lovers and their pets and will help raise money for the care of homeless dogs. Sponsorship, vendor, and exhibitor opportunities are still available, and personal pet pledge pages for fundraising can be created at www.saveadog.org/paws2011-pledges.asp. Activities will include an agility try-out ring, agility demonstrations, a parade of adoptable dogs, dog games, face painting for the kids and pet massages. Food will be available for purchase, and a short group walk will take place beginning at 11am. For more information, visit www.saveadog.org.

Stephen Ministry Sunday at the Sudbury United Methodist Church

The 9:30 a.m. worship service at the Sudbury United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 15 is being planned
and led by the church's Stephen Ministers. Church School and childcare are available at the same time as worship.
Children worship with their families for the first ten to fifteen minutes of the service.
Six new Stephen Ministers will be commissioned during worship on May l5, bringing the church's total number of
Stephen Ministers to twenty four. A Stephen Minister is a lay person who has received 50 hours of special training for the purpose of being a supportive, listening, non-judgmental presence for anyone going through a difficult time in his or her life. This difficult time might be an illness, hospitalization, loss of a loved one, or loss of a relationship.
A Pastor may recommend the benefit of a Stephen Ministry relationship to someone or an individual may request one.
A Stephen Minister may meet with his or her care receiver for as short a time as a month or as long as several years.
Meetings usually occur weekly or every other week in person, though flexibility is possible.
In addition, a Stephen Minister is available each Sunday after worship in the parlor for anyone who may
not have a long-term need but appreciate prayer or someone to listen to a concern they have.
Stephen Ministry is an ecumenical ministry which was begun by a Lutheran pastor in 1975 to help him meet the many needs of people in his congregation. If this is something that you think your church or synagogue would be interested in learning more about, please contact the church office at 978-443-4351 to be put in touch with one of the Stephen Ministry leaders at the Sudbury Methodist Church.
Sudbury United Methodist Church is located on Route 27 in Sudbury, just east of the center. It welcomes all to worship or church school on Sundays. Youth Group meets from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sundays. More information about opportunities for adult Christian Education, outreach, and fellowship is available by calling the the church office or at the church's web site: www.sudbury-umc.org.

Theatre III Audition Announcement! Jekyll & Hyde

Theater III will be holding auditions May 22 and May 23 at 7 PM, for the musical "Jekyll and Hyde".
Theatre III is seeking adult actors of all ages to audition for our production of "Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical" by Frank Wildhorn and Leslie Bricusse, based on the novella "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson.
This production of Jekyll & Hyde is an alternate version of the Broadway musical sensation adapted by Paul Hadobas and Jan Duncan for the Fullerton Civic Light Opera. It brings the show back to the original concept as a "Gothic Musical Thriller".
Auditions will be held at Theatre III. Please prepare 16-32 bars of music from a musical in the style of the show (NOT from Jekyll and Hyde) that best represents your vocal ability. An accompanist will be provided. Callbacks will consist of a dance audition, reading from the script and singing. The script is on reserve at the Acton Public Library.
Please contact Ryan DuBray at ryandubray@yahoo.com with any questions.
Details:
Show: Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical
Audition Dates: May 22 and 23; callbacks on May 25 if necessary
Audition Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Theatre III, 250 Central Street, West Acton, MA
Performance Dates: September 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 & October 1 @ 8pm; September 25 @ 3pm
For more info and character descriptions, please visit www.Theatre3.org.
Middlesex Sponsors Benefit Bike Challenge
Riders of all ages are invited to join Middlesex Community College’s Bike Challenge 2011, a 10-mile or 40-mile bicycle ride, to be held at 9 a.m. (40-mile ride) and 10 a.m. (10-mile ride) Sunday, June 5, on the Bedford campus, 591 Springs Road. One in a series of special events celebrating MCC’s 40th anniversary, the benefit bike ride supports the MCC Foundation.
Open to cyclists throughout the community, the 10-mile course will traverse a scenic route on and around MCC’s 200-acre Bedford campus, while the 40-mile course will incorporate parts of Bedford, Billerica, Carlisle and Concord.
The Bike Challenge 2011 registration fee is $50 for all riders ages 18 and up (fee includes
T-shirt, water bottle and hot lunch). Cyclists who raise $150 or more in pledges receive a FREE Bike Challenge 2011 jersey ($75 value).
Same-day registration starts at 8 a.m., in the Bedford Campus Center. Races start promptly at 9 and 10 a.m., rain or shine.
To register or for more information, visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/events/bike_challenge or call 781-280-3785.

Sponsor a Great Cause!

Are you looking for an ingenious, low cost way to get your business name out there and give back to your community at the same time? The Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce can help! We are currently looking for sponsors for the Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk Road Race on Saturday, October 1st, which is held in conjunction withWest Acton’s Oktoberfest festivities. In 2008 the Chamber implemented a non-profit affiliate program which allows each Road Race participant to allocate $5 of their $15 race fee to a non-profit affiliate. This program currently has grown to include more than 70 affiliates. Why not be a part of this great program and give back to your community. Your company name/logo can be on the back of 300 t-shirts, on flyers, postcards and our website for $250. As a sponsor your business will also be entitled to join in our sponsor appreciation night at NARA Park on July 26. People wear these t shirts for years, so this exposure is priceless! The MWCoC also raises money for its scholarship fund, which has given back over $48,000 to graduating seniors in the 8 towns it serves: Acton, Boxborough, Concord, Carlisle, Littleton, Maynard Stow and Westford. For more information, please call Karen at 978-263-0010 or visit our website: www.mwcoc.com.

LWV to Discuss “Boy Who Harnessed the Wind”

The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle will discuss “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope,” by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealert, on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at 10:00-11:30 a.m., in the Trustees Room of the Concord Free Public Library, 129 Main Street. This inspiring story of a young boy in famine-stricken Malawi who brought windmill-generated electricity to his village will round out a year of fascinating reading for the Concord-Carlisle League. All readers are welcome. For more information, visit www.lwvcc.org, email Book_Group@lwvcc.org, or call 978-254-1598.
The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan, issues-oriented organization of women and men of all ages and backgrounds. The League of Women Voters is where hands-on work to safeguard democracy leads to civic improvement. Visit www.lwvcc.org for information on voting and elections, programs and activities, membership and more.

Join the Concord-Carlisle Newcomers Club for a Visit to the American Textile History Museum on May 26

CCNC’s Special Excursion Group will visit the American Textile History Museum in Lowell on Thursday, May 26, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lowell was once a center of the textile industry, with dozens of mills and manufacturing plants along the river. Even if you’re not yet a CCNC member, if you’ve lived in Concord or Carlisle for less than seven years, you’re eligible. So join us for a fascinating glimpse into New England’s manufacturing powerhouse past. We’ll be concentrating on two special exhibits: 1930s Fashion, and The Civil War Through Quilts and Context. Afterwards, we’ll have lunch at the Owl Diner, a genuine 1940s-era Semi-Streamliner listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The group will carpool to the museum (or meet us there!) in the morning, enjoy the exhibits, then have a substantial old-fashioned diner lunch. (The Owl is within walking distance of the museum.) Admission to the museum is $8 ($6 for seniors); lunch is by individual choice.
For more information or to register for the excursion: Contact Judy Hodges, Special Excursions Group Coordinator, at judyhodges@comcast.net or by phone: 978-254-5228 before 8:30 PM by Tuesday, May 24
For more information on the people and activities of the Concord-Carlisle Newcomer’s Club, visit the website at www.concordcarlisle.org.

St. Irene Catholic Church Hosts Program on Annulment

What is marriage and what is an annulment? Do you have family or friends that feel in the dark about the Church’s annulment process? Over the years there have been many misconceptions regarding what an annulment is and how one is obtained. St. Irene Parish will be hosting Julianne J. Shanklin, M.Ed. from the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Boston. Come and hear this expert explain the process and answer all your questions.
Sunday, May 15th, 2:00pm, Church Hall; 181 East Street, Carlisle
Further information may be obtained by contacting Deacon Charles Ferraro at cafcma@comcast.net.

The Garden Club of Concord Open Annual Meeting

The Garden Club of Concord invites residents of Concord and surrounding towns to our Open Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 18th at 7 p.m. in the Trinitarian Congregational Church, 54 Walden Street, Concord. William Noble, Director of The Preservation Projects Department from the Garden Conservancy, will give a slide presentation on "Preserving America's Garden Masterpieces". The Garden Conservancy was established in 1989 to save and conserve America's exceptional gardens for the education and enjoyment of the public. Refreshments will be served. Free to the general public.
SuAsCo CISMA Invasive Plant Surveys
New England Wild Flower Society is seeking volunteers to help with the Sudbury-Assabet-Concord River Watershed Cooperative Invasive Species Management Association‘s (SuAsCo CISMA) EARLY DETECTION INVASIVE PLANT SURVEYS.
The goal of the project is to develop a list of invasive plant populations for management by means of documentation, mapping, and control of early detection invasive plants that are just starting to enter the Sudbury-Assabet-Concord (SuAsCo) River watershed area.
WE NEED YOUR HELP IN STOPPING THESE INVASIVE SPECIES BEFORE THEY BECOME WIDESPREAD AND UNCONTROLLABLE!
Volunteers receive one day of training in early detection invasive surveys, then are assigned to survey for the target species. The training sessions include a power-point presentation on the early detection species with a discussion of their identification, habitats, impacts, and control. We will also cover survey and documentation methods, locations, use of GPS, and how/where to report findings. Volunteers also receive training packets and invasive plant identification guides.
Two volunteer training sessions will be held:
Thursday, June 2: 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge, 680 Hudson Road, Sudbury, MA
Sunday, June 5: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Road, Framingham, MA
After the training session, volunteers are assigned to sites in their hometowns (and further afield, if they prefer) to look for the early detection invasive plant species.
To volunteer for the training and survey work, please contact Ted Elliman, Vegetation Management Coordinator for New England Wild Flower Society at telliman@newenglandwild.org, or by phone at 508-877-7630 x 3203.
Minimum age to join this program for surveying is 16. All volunteers under 18 must have a permission form signed by an adult parent or guardian. Email Ted Elliman at telliman@newenglandwild.org to obtain a copy of the permission form.

Divorce Support Group

Are you thinking of separating or going through the divorce process? We are an informal, confidential peer-support group with no religious affiliation. Men and women are welcome. We meet every Thursday evening at 7pm downstairs at the South Acton Congregational Church, 35 School St (off Route 27 near the bridge and traffic light). For more information, call Brian at 978-369-7346 or Jocelyn at 978-244-1257.

Willard School Carnival Day of Family Fun: The Willard Carnival Sunday June 5, Noon - 4 p.m.

The Willard Carnival has something for everyone. Students, parents, and friends of all ages are welcome to join this day of fun. Held on the beautiful grounds of the Willard School, 185 Powder Mill Road, Concord, the festival features Carnival games, crafts, food, music, entertainment, a raffle and much more. This year, there will be a number of exciting games, booths and activities, including the ever-popular Cake Walk. The Silent Auction is a great opportunity to bid on Red Sox tickets, golf and spa certificates, a sunset cruise in Boston and much more. All proceeds from The Willard Carnival benefit the Willard PTG, making the day a truly rewarding celebration. Hope to see you there!
For more information, please contact carnival@willardptg.org

CCHS Presents “Pericles, Prince of Tyre” by William Shakespeare

The Concord-Carlisle High School Theatre Department presents “Pericles, Prince of Tyre” by William Shakespeare on May 20, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Believed to be one of Shakespeare’s earliest plays, “Pericles” is rarely performed. The comedy is the story of Prince Pericles who overcomes the many obstacles fate throws in his path to reunite his family. Pirate abductions, treachery, mistaken identities, ugly princesses, a jousting contest to win the hand of a princess, lost children, and husband and wives reunited are all part of the hilarious story. At its heart, “Pericles” is a morality play which demonstrates that the righteous are rewarded, and the evil are punished.
Director Carly Dwyer stages the story, which involves two ship wrecks, by constructing a pool in the High School courtyard. Much of the action takes place in the water. “Water is an intricate part of the play. Nearly every scene takes place on water or the shore,” says Dwyer. “Pericles” is not considered to be one of Shakespeare’s best works, therefore it is not often performed. “In order to make it more accessible for modern audiences, we have made the play very movement-oriented and comedic. We are offering a unique opportunity for Concordians to see a rarely-performed Shakespearean play.”
Weather permitting, the play will take place in the courtyard outdoors. In the event of rain, the play will be presented in the auditorium. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at the door. Audience members should bring their own blankets and chairs. Bug spray is also recommended.

Mother's Walk Team for Breast Cancer Prevention

Celebrating it’s 20th Anniversary, Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) calls on mothers and their loved ones, to support breast cancer prevention by participating in the organization’s annual Against the Tide swim, kayak, walk or run fundraising event.
“We are so fortunate to have such tremendous support from mothers demanding greater protection of their children’s future health, in our effort to stop breast cancer before it starts,” says MBCC’s Interim Executive Director Erin Boles.
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) is a statewide grassroots advocacy organization that seeks answers to what is CAUSING breast cance in order to offer changes that will lead towards breast cancer prevention. Massachusetts’ breast cancer rate is nearly 10% higher than the national average, with some women in Greater Boston and Cape Cod bearing some of
the highest risk for breast cancer in the world. More than 1 in 7 wome risk a breast cancer diagnosis during her lifetime; and, while breast cancer is typically a disease affecting older women, more and more younger women are being diagnosed with very aggressive forms of the disease.
MBCC will hold its 19th annual Against the Tide event on Saturday, June 18th at DCR's Hopkinton State Park in Hopkinton, MA and on Saturday, August 20th at DCR's Nickerson State Park in Brewster, MA. Against the Tide consists of a one-mile competitive or recreational swim, a two-mil kayak and a three-mile walk or a 5k fun run. Participants may choose to participate in one, two, or three of these events. Registration opens at 7am and the event is typically over by noon, with complementary breakfas and the Awards ceremony beginning at 11am.
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition is asking that mothers and children register for one of the Against the Tide events and join the “Mothers Walk Team for Breast Cancer Prevention”. Anyone who joins the mother’s wal team is also able to participate in the kayak or recreational or competitive swim if they choose.
Participants can register for the "Mothers Walk Team for Breast Cancer Prevention" online at www.mbcc.org/swim.
Donations may be sent to the following address:
Against the Tide c/o MBCC
1419 Hancock Street, Suite 20 Quincy, MA 02169

Discussion at West Concord Union Church

How to Respond to the Arab Spring? Come to a discussion led by Rev. Dr. David Steele at 11:15 am, Sunday, May 22nd, at West Concord Union Church, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA. What is really happening in this region of the world? Is it good news - dictators overthrown and democracy flourishing? Or the beginning of a turbulent time for the Middle East and the world? What should be our response? What kind of intervention would be helpful? What perspective can be brought by people of faith?
The Rev. Dr. David Steele, a member of West Concord Union Church, and currently adjunct faculty in the program on Coexistence at Brandeis University, has facilitated social transformation involving issues related to religion, tribal affiliation, radical militias and resource allocation within situations of conflict in the Middle East, the Balkans, South Asia and Africa over the past twenty years. Between 2005-2008, Dr. Steele provided training in negotiation, problem solving and interfaith dialogue, first as a program manager in conflict management at Mercy Corps, then as Senior Reconciliation Facilitator with the Baghdad office of the U.S. Institute of Peace, for a variety of personnel from Iraqi Government agencies and civil society organizations who have subsequently led dialogues and mediated a variety of violent and nonviolent conflicts.

Mission of Laughter Comedy Show

American Legion Post 235 Presents: Mission of Laughter. The Post will host a Support Our Troops Fundraiser on Armed Forces Day, May 21st starting at 7pm. Comedian Sheila Van Dyke as entertained our Troops in Bosnia, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Germany, Sarajevo, Qatar, and Afghanistan, many Veterans Home and Hospitlas and NOW POST 235! This is an event you dont want to miss. Tickets are limited and are available at the Legion Members Lounge or by contacting Nichole Karlon at 978-360-1471 and at the door. $15 per person. Come enjoy some laughs with friends while supporting our troops.

Healthy Body Image: Supporting Our Children's Healthy Relationship to Food

In a frenetic culture where skewed body image messages mislead the young and nutrition repeatedly loses out to convenience, childrenís physical and psychological wellbeing are increasingly at risk.~ On Wednesday, May 25 from 7:30 to 9pm, the Center for Parents and Teachers, Inc. will offer a presentation featuring Jodi R. Galin, Ph.D. who will bring to light the key protective factors that parents and caregivers need to know in order to support their children growing into their own healthy sizes.~ This didactic and experiential workshop will include tips, tactics, and ideas for families, as well as information on how to recognize some of the "red flags" of childhood obesity and eating disorders that may signal a need for professional attention.
This program is open to the public and will be held at the Concord Middle School Peabody Forum, 1231 Old Marlboro Road, West Concord. A $5 suggested donation will be gratefully accepted at the door to support the Center for Parents and Teachers.~No pre-registration necessary. Questions? ~Email Angela at amartinez@colonial.net. his program is supported by a grant from the Sudbury Foundation.

Lyme Disease Support Group

The Greater Boston Lyme Disease Support Group meets in THE CONCORD PUBLIC LIBRARY once a month and has been a rewarding and informative experience for people from 44 towns in Massachusetts so far. FREE NO RESERVATIONS New people welcome. It is held from 7 to 9 p.m. (when the lights are turned out) in the Trustees Room and library parking is on Stow St. It is an opportunity for people to share their experiences with Lyme disease and learn about recent legislation or articles on Lyme disease. Meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month, and the next meeting will be held May 26, 2011. For further information please contact Rose Ruze (978) 369-2396 or e-mail roseruze@verizon.net.

We’re Gearing Up, Are You Ready to Fight?

FUNDRAISE
Remember that every $10 raised earns one additional raffle ticket. Prizes include tickets to a Red Sox game, passes to the all new SkyZone Trampoline Park, a new bike, the always popular Candy Basket and much more!
Heavy Hitters are riders who raise $250+. They will receive a PMC Heavy Hitter hat and will be entered into an exclusive raffle for a chance to win an iPad! Every $250 raised = one raffle ticket for this special drawing!
We’ve made it easier than ever to reach the $50 fundraising rider minimum. We'd like to help your riders Make a STAND against Cancer with a FREE Lemonade Stand Starter Kit! Easy to set up at your next sporting event or traffic hot spot. It includes everything you need to get going: signage, powdered lemonade mix, plastic cups, a trash bag and even an envelope to hold donations. It's a great way for kids to raise money for their Ride - and could provide a big boost to get them to HEAVY HITTER status! Quantities are limited; contact judymetz@ymail.com for a kit.
REGISTER
If you have not already done so, register at http://kids.pmc.org/bedford to guarantee a 2011 PMC t-shirt & water bottle. All riders are automatically ente

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