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Winchester Public Library News - February 8, 2012

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February Art ExhibitWinchester artist Christine F. Cortizas will display her bold colored paintings in oil, acrylic, and India ink at the Winchester Public Library through...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Griffin Museum of Photography Happenings - February 3, 2012

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Reminiscing with Antony DecaneasGriffin MuseumFebruary 8, 6:30 PMAntony Decaneas, longtime agent and personal friend of Ernest C. Withers, reminisces about his experiences with...

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Winchester Public Library News - February 2, 2012

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Did You Know…That the Reference Room has a scanner for your use? Please see the Reference Librarian for assistance.Friends CornerThank you to the Friends of the Library for...

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Winchester Public Library News - January 26, 2012

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Did You Know…That – if you have an email address in your library account, you will automatically receive a courtesy reminder two days before an item is due?Friends...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - January 20, 2012

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Senior/Family Sunday with Ed FriedmanGriffin MuseumJanuary 22, 3 PMEd Friedman discusses his exhibit: Been through the Mill:Photographing the Old Schwamb MillPhotographs by Ed...

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Winchester Public Library News - January 19, 2012

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Did You Know… that you can keep a list of the titles that you have borrowed from the library? Click on: My Account – My Reading History – Opt In. After you “opt in,”...

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Highlights Of The January 9, 2012 Winchester Public School Board Meeting

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The Winchester Public School Board met on Monday, January 9, 2012, at the Central Administrative Office.The School Board approved the following: - consent agenda as...

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Winchester Public Library News - January 12, 2012

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Did You Know… that there are self-checkout stations on the Main Floor and in the Children’s Room for your use? Our Circulation Staff will be happy to get you started.Library...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - January 06, 2012

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Secrets in Plain SightPhotographs by Rick ColsonThe Griffin Museum at the Cambridge Homes, 360 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge, MAJanuary 17 - March 11Opening Reception with the...

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Winchester Public Library News -January 5, 2012

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Did You Know…that you can speed up the process to get a library card? Go to www.winpublib.org and print out the application. Fill it out and bring it to the library along with a...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Winchester, Massachusetts with AmericanTowns Winchester Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Middlesex County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Winchester organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Winchester is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Winchester

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Winchester area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Massachusetts’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Winchester in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Massachusetts  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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Winchester Public Library News - December 29, 2011

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Did You Know…that Young Adult fiction (hardcover and paperback), books on CD, graphic novels and magazines are located on the Upper Floor? Young Adult non-fiction is shelved...

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An Invitation to our Winchester Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Winchester, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

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Winchester Public Library News - December 22, 2011

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Did You Know…that some blu-ray discs come bundled with a DVD version? (The catalog will indicate: blu-ray + dvd)Friends CornerLooking for holiday gifts that reflect Winchester's...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - December 20, 2011

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Pictures Tell the StoryPhotographs by Ernest C. WithersMain GalleryJanuary 5 - March 1Opening Reception, January 12, 7-8:30 PMThe work is presented courtesy of Decaneas...

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Winchester Public Library News - December 15, 2011

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Did You Know… that Tumblebooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books? They add animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books. Look for...

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Winchester Public Library News - December 8, 2011

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Did You Know…that the Library subscribes to the daily Chinese newspaper “World Journal”? Look for it with the newspapers in the Reading Room on the Main Floor.Friends...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Massachusetts

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Massachusetts Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - December 6, 2011

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Been through the Mill:Photographing the Old Schwamb MillPhotographs by Ed FriedmanThe Griffin Museum at Aberjona River Gallery187 Swanton St., Winchester, MADecember 1- February...

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Winchester Public Library News - December 1, 2011

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Did You Know…that the Children’s Room has holiday gift book suggestions? Please ask a Children’s Librarian for help.Friends CornerLooking for holiday gifts that reflect...

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Winchester Public Library News - November 23, 2011

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Did You Know…that the library has Kill-a-Watt meters available to measure the electrical usage of the appliances in your home? Donated by Sustainable Winchester, they are kept...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - November 22, 2011

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Been through the Mill:Photographing the Old Schwamb MillPhotographs by Ed FriedmanThe Griffin Museum at Aberjona River Gallery187 Swanton St., Winchester, MADecember 1- February...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Winchester Public Library News - November 17, 2011

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Did You Know…that non-profit groups can book the small and large Meeting Rooms for programs? Please call the Administrative Office for information.Library HoursThe Library will...

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Winchester Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the Winchester area

Winchester MA Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the Winchester area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic...

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Winchester Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - November 4, 2011

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The Fluid FigurePhotographs by Michael SeifThe Griffin Museum's Atelier Galleryat the Stoneham Theatre395 Main St., Stoneham, MANovember 10 - January 15Reception December 15,...

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Winchester Public Library News - November 3, 2011

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Did You Know…that all foreign language learning CDs are shelved with the foreign language dictionaries and grammar books on the upper level?Library HoursThe Library will close...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Winchester Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Winchester elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Winchester Public Library News - October 27, 2011

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Did You Know…that, thanks to Jumelage, the French Cultural Center in Boston sends the library a deposit collection of adult and children’s books in French every three months?...

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Griffin Museum of Photography News - October 25, 2011

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Bird Watching Photographs by Paula McCartneyThe Griffin Museum's Theatreat the Stoneham Theatre395 Main St., Stoneham, MA Closing Reception November 3, 6-7:30 PM  While...

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Mass. unemployment rate drops to 7.3%

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development reported today that the September total unemployment rate decreased from 7.4 percent in August to 7.3 percent, remaining...

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IRS: Benefits and deductions to rise in 2012

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

For tax year 2012, personal exemptions and standard deductions will rise and tax brackets will widen due to inflation, the Internal Revenue Service announced. By law, the dollar...

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Veterans' task force established

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Helping ensure that Massachusetts veterans and their families have access to the full range of benefits and services offered to them, Attorney General Martha Coakley has created...

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Immigrant Entrepreneurship month

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Governor Deval Patrick joined the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition, the Boston Foundation, and immigrant entrepreneurs from across the Commonwealth to...

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Mass. ranked first in the nation for energy efficiency

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Governor Deval Patrick joined the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) to announce Massachusetts has been named number one in ACEEE's annual...

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Calories: a balancing act

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Keeping a healthy weight is no different – it’s all about balancing the number of calories you eat with the number of calories your body uses or “burns off” when you’re...

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Pick-your-own pumpkins

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Enjoy this favorite fall activity! It's always a good idea to call ahead to the farm you want to visit to check on picking conditions.

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Federal disaster assistance expanded to 5 additional counties affected by Irene

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Governor Deval Patrick announced that President Obama’s Administration has approved his request to expand the Major Disaster Declaration for Tropical Storm Irene to include...

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Middlesex County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Middlesex County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Middlesex County Massachusetts area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Massachusetts MA

Massachusetts Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Massachusetts. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day...

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Highlights Of The October 10, 2011 Winchester Public School Board Meeting

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The Winchester Public School Board met on Monday, October 10, 2011, at the Central Administrative Office.The School Board approved the following: - Consent agenda as...

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Got Diabetes? Get vaccinated against the flu!

from:Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick

Whether it’s type 1 or type 2, well-managed or uncontrolled – diabetes and the flu don’t mix well. When people with diabetes get the flu they have a higher risk of...

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