Energy Bucks Program

Energy Bucks is a program to inform and promote the various existing energy-related programs to Massachusetts residents. Some programs are for everyone while some households have to be income-eligible. Check out the Energy Bucks website for a variety of helpful information.

This winter, find out if you or someone you love could save on heating costs with Energy Bucks.

More than 1 million Massachusetts households are eligible for some level of energy assistance ― but less than half participate. Energy Bucks can help qualifying families save money on their energy bills by making homes more energy efficient and enrolling qualified individuals in money-saving programs. Don't wait for the thermometer to dip ― to see if you or someone close to you qualifies visit www.energybucks.com or call 1-866-LESSCOST to see how to apply and how Energy Bucks can help you stay warm this winter.

Energy Bucks is a statewide campaign working to encourage qualified households to better understand and apply for existing programs that can help them manage their energy costs and is sponsored by the statewide utilities, community action programs, and the Low-Income Energy Affordability Network (LEAN).

Haunted Trail

What: Haunted Trail: 2 paths. One very scary path, one not as scary path.
When: October 31, 5pm to 8pm and November 1, 6pm to 8pm
Where: The Mallory's 30 Chapman Road, Boxford (map it)
Cost: Free. Donations will be accepted this year to go to the Liver Foundation and for Cystic Fibrosis Research.

If you haven't been before... it is a must do! Lots of Halloween Fun!

...Come if you dare!

Fun Halloween things for this week, for kids

Wed, October 29, 2008
Lawrence Fall Festival @little Sprouts, Lawrence, Free
The Fall Fest will be on October 29th from 5-7 pm. We will be having face painting, Pumpkin Designing, Cookie decorating, and Jewelry making, Chinese teaching, possibly a sing along with Wyndy too. We are asking parents to bring friends too.

Thu, October 30, 2008
Central Scare! Central Square's 3rd Thursday event, Lynn, Free
Don’t miss the 3rd annual Haunted House and Costume Contest! One of our most popular events returns and promises an evening of ghoulish delight. There will be goblin puppet-making at Raw Art Works, ghost stories at the Lynn Museum and mask-making at LynnArts where you can also see Transforming the Landscape: Paintings by Woods End Studio Association.

Thu, October 30, 2008
Spooktacular at Liberty Tree Mall - Danvers, Free
Kids of all ages are invited to take part in Liberty Tree Mall’s mall-wide trick-or treat event.

Fri, October 31, 2008
Halloween Bargain: Coco Key Water Resort, Danvers, $
Celebrate Halloween at Coco Key for only $15.

Fri, October 31, 2008
CoCo Key's Water Park Monster Bash, Danvers, $$
Water Park Monster Bash – a fun Halloween day with games and prizes or a night with music, dancing, ghoulish snacks and water park access to CoCo Key Water Resort in Danvers, MA.

Fri, October 31, 2008
Spooktacular at Square One Mall, Saugus, Free
Square One Mall will be hosting a mall-wide trick-or-treat event featuring candy and treats from over 100 participating retailers.

Fri, October 31, 2008
Spooktacular at Northshore Mall, Peabody, Free
Northshore Mall’s Simon Kidgits Club will be holding a mall-wide trick-or-treat event. Over 100 retailers at Northshore Mall will be passing out candy and coupons for participants.

Fri, October 31, 2008
Halloween Costume Party, Wenham, $
A non-scary celebration for our youngest visitors. Come dressed in custome and we'll have happy Halloween fun! Trick or treat, play games, and listen to stories. Enjoy the our childrens Museum and our Train Time 15 exhibit of Holiday Trains.

Sat, November 1, 2008
Family Fall Festival, Haverhill, Free
This event is geared for families and people of all ages. There will be children's activities, shopping, entertainment and food available. It is our 2nd annual event and admission is free.

Sat, November 1, 2008
Bubblemania: Firehouse Center for the Arts, Newburyport, Free
Award winning children’s performer Casey Carle of Bubblemania presents an innovative and intriguing bubble show includes kid-friendly science, audience participation and lots of laughs.

St. Joseph School "Polar Express"

Join St. Joseph School on the Magical "Polar Express" to the North Pole on Sunday, November 30, 2008

There will be storytelling, caroling, hot chocolate, visit with Santa and his elves and much more!

The trains will depart from the Salem Train Station at the following times.
Please select your departing time to purchase tickets:

• 11:45 a.m.
• 1:45 p.m.
• 3:45 p.m.
• 6:15 p.m.
  

Tickets are $22.00 per person (under 2 free and must sit on lap)

Third annual Babies R Us shopping event for foster families 

Sunday, November 16th.

10 am -12 pm (before the store opens)

You will need an official invite, so let Carla know if you want to go!

Feel free to invite friends.

 

What you get!

 

Shopping in a stress free, line free enviroment, away from the general public

Coupons (usually free portrait, plus 6-8 others)

Breakfast- muffins, fruit, juice

Door Prizes! Babies R us gift card is one of the prizes!

 

If Salem NH is closer to you, let me know and I will be happy to get you an invite for there.

Halloween Masquerade Ball

1st Annual Halloween Masquerade Ball

To benefit the DSS foster care unit.

       

Friday, October 31st.  8:30pm-12:30 am

Zoes Tapas and Bar

717 Hale St. Beverly, MA

978-922-9232

 

       $40pp includes Food, Live Reggae Band, Fun, and $500 in total prizes for best costumes in various categories

CALL ZOES TAPAS AND BAR DIRECTLY FOR RESERVATIONS  978-922-9232.

Grandfamilies

Grandfamilies State Law and Policy Resource Center launched
Casey Family Programs, the ABA Center on Children and the Law, and Generations United are proud to launch this new Web sit that provides information on state laws and legislation in support of grandfamilies. The easy-to-use database allows for a search of laws and legislation that address common legal questions surrounding relative care giving both within and outside the child welfare system. 

www.grandfamilies.org

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Thank you for all your support this year!

Sending you a little Holiday cheer from our family to yours. All the very best... MSPCC 

http://www.mspcc.org/site/MessageViewer/

Free Family Fun Day sponsored by Wellspring Cape Ann Families

Join us for a morning of games and rock climbing! Play games that encourage cooperation, family togetherness, trust and family fun. Meet the challenges of climbing the rock wall.

WHAT: A Time for Family Fun sponsored by Wellspring Cape Ann Families and Facilitated by Gordon College Students

WHEN: Saturday, November 8, 2008 10:00am – 12:30pm

WHERE: Gordon College Bennett Center, Grapevine Road, Wenham, MA.

AGE: 8 years old and up. Children Must Be Accompanied by an adult.

WHAT TO WEAR: Sneakers and comfortable casual clothes. We will be outside for one hour.

COST: This program is free but reservations are required. Snack is provided.

Directions: Take Exit 17 off of 128. Turn right off of the exit onto Grapevine Road.
Turn left into the Bennett Center parking lot (right after Hull Street)
OR meet at WCAF 28 Emerson Avenue, Gloucester to follow another car.

This event will be held rain or shine as we can move into the gym.

Contact by Wednesday, November 5, 2008.
Amy Larsen, Community Outreach Coordinator 978 281-7856. alarsen@wellspringhouse.org

Bob's 25 % off

25 % off total purchase at Bob's stores.
Applies to regular and sale items for Sunday October 26th - Saturday November 1st.

click here for coupon