Monday, February 25, 2013
Welcome to "About Town with Mark Snyder," a column that will keep you up to the minute with what's what, who's who and what's going on around town. If you see or hear something we could use here, let us know by sending an e-mail to pmpco@aol.com.
PIRES GETS LIONS CLUB'S HIGHEST AWARD: On Saturday, Feb. 23, the Lions Clubs for the Massachusetts District known as 33K held its mid-winter conference at the Hilton Hotel in Dedham. There are 47 Lion Clubs that belong to this district. During the dinner meeting, various awards were presented. The club members choose their members for the various awards. John Pires of the Stoughton Lions Club was awarded the Lions' highest award, the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. The Melvin Jones Fellowship is named for the founder of the Lions Clubs International. Melvin Jones founded the Lions in 1917. The award is presented to members who give of their time back to their community, involvement in the various club's activities and possess the …
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Welcome to "About Town with Mark Snyder," a column that will keep you up to the minute with what's what, who's who and what's going on around town. If you see or hear something we could use here, let us know by sending an e-mail to pmpco@aol.com.
TITLETOWN! Show Your Team Spirit! Join the Dawe School PTO for its Adult Social…an evening of friends, food, and fun – without the kids – all in support of Dawe PTO programs. It happens on Friday, March 2, starting at 7 p.m. at Club Luiz de Camoes, 76 Porter Street in Stoughton. There will be a buffet dinner, 50/50 raffle, unbeatable auction items, dancing, a cash bar, and photo booth! No cash needed. MasterCard, VISA and checks will be accepted that evening. Wear your favorite team gear and help celebrate all of our championships – past, present, and future! Tickets are $25 each and will be available at the door. For more information, contact Amanda via email at asmith537@comcast.net. *** PURIM IN VENICE! “Purim in Venice” is the …
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Welcome to "About Town with Mark Snyder," a column that will keep you up to the minute with what's what, who's who and what's going on around town. If you see or hear something we could use here, let us know by sending an e-mail to pmpco@aol.com.
A THANKS FOR MEMORY ROOM FUNDRAISER SUCCESS: Last month’s fundraiser for The Memory Room raised over $20,000. The Memory Room, which serves families who have lost a child, and helps them (through art, conversation, crafts, etc) to work through their grief, is located at 2 Canton Street, in the Trackside Plaza Courtyard. The event was hosted by Stoughton Town Manager Frank Crimmins and was well-attended by town officials and residents alike. About Town received the following note from Beth McNeill, Pam Abrams-Warnick, and Francie Minder, co-founders of the organization: "We would like to thank the community for pulling together to help us with the Memory Room fundraiser on October 15th at the VFW Hall. Support from friends, family and …
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Photo and video highlights from the Stoughton Lions Club's "Concert In The Park" series at Faxon Veterans Memorial Park.
The Stoughton Lions Club continued its popular 'Concert in the Park' series this past Sunday, July 17, with a performance by local band, The Corvairs. This was the second of six scheduled concerts this summer. The concerts are free, open to all, and are held at Faxon Veterans Memorial Park on Park Street (Rte. 27), across from the Stoughton Public Library. The Corvairs, a band that plays “classic hits,” features Bob Lynch (guitar and vocals), Ilene Corvini (drums and vocals), Patrick Dreier (keyboards, guitar and vocals) and Steve Dubois (bass and vocals). Take a look at the media gallery for photo and video highlights from the concert. The next concert is scheduled for next Sunday, July 31 at 5 p.m. with a performance from Pink Cadillac. …
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Photo and video highlights from the Stoughton Lions Club's "Concert In The Park" series at Faxon Veterans Memorial Park.
The Stoughton Lions Club kicked off its popular 'Concert in the Park' series with a performance by rock band Easy Access. The concerts are free, open to all, and are held at Faxon Veterans Memorial Park on Park Street (Rte. 27), across from the Stoughton Public Library. Easy Access, a Stoughton-based band, includes Janie Dulong at lead vocals, and Don Leon, Ken Licciardi, Jeff Brooker and Barry Forman. The group has been together for seven years. Dulong interacted with the crowd, stepping down from the gazebo and dancing with audience members or having them sing a line of a song. Take a look at the media gallery for video and photo highlights from the concert. The next concert is scheduled for this Sunday, July 17 at 5 p.m. with a …
Jeffrey Pickette
7:45 am on Thursday, July 21, 2011
Thanks, Dee. Good catch. The next concert (Pink Cadillac) will be next Sunday, July 31, at 5 p.m. more ›