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| Wednesday February 22, 2012 |
MARLBOROUGH COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Wayside Racquet & Swim Club, 80 Broadmeadow Rd, Marlborough, MA Time: 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Masonic Hall in Marlborough. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Thursday February 23, 2012 |
Rotary Club of Marlborough Hosted by Rotary Club of Marlborough Fish, 29 South Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 12:15 p.m. - 01:30 p.m. The Rotary Club of Marlborough invites the public to attend a meal and talk by , Ben Burger, who will be sharing his mission trip to Ecuador. The cost of the meal is $19.00 payable at the door. |
| Thursday February 23, 2012 |
SHREWSBURY COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Senior Center in Shrewsbury. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Friday February 24, 2012 |
WESTBORO COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Congregation B Nai Shalom, 117 East Main St, Westboro, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Senior Center in Westborough. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Saturday February 25, 2012 |
Pub Night with the Kerry Boys Hosted by Arts Alliance Riverview, 13 Port Street, Hudson, MA Time: 07:30 p.m. The Kerry Boys will be sharing an evening of Celtic music, stories, laughter and fun. The Kerry Boys are made up of Mark Jones, originally from County Kerry, Ireland and Pierce Campbell who was the State of Connecticut official troubadour in 2007 and 2008. They are joined by Tony Pasqualoni on bass. Tickets are $15 for adults and $13 for seniors and students. Save $1 by purchasing tickets in advance at www.upwitharts.org or by phone at 978-562-1646. Arts Alliance members receive an additional $1 discount when purchasing in advance. |
| Saturday February 25, 2012 |
The 2012 Classic Film Series Hosted by The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main Street, Marlborough Time: 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free "Citizen Kane", Directed by Orsen Welles. Starring Orsen Welles, Joseph Cotton and Dorothy Comingore. This 1941 classic movie is felt to be one of the best movies ever made. Come in and join us for an old fashion Saturday afternoon movie experience!! Adult viewing only! Refreshments for sale. |
| Friday March 2, 2012 |
Americana Gallery Walk Hosted by Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA Time: 05:30 p.m. Reception begins at 5:30 p.m. Gallery Walk will be at 6:30 p.m. Held in conjunction with a preview of the March 4th Auction of American Furniture & Decorative Arts. Reservations are Requested. |
| Sunday March 4, 2012 |
American Furniture & Decorative Arts Auction Hosted by Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA Time: Featuring the Collection of Gregory Rubin Reynolds. View online catalogue. Preview Times Feb. 29, 12 - 5 pm, March 1, 12 - 5 pm, March 2, 12 - 8 pm, March 3, 12 - 5 pm, March 4, 8 - 10 am. |
| Wednesday March 7, 2012 |
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Free Classes Hosted by Quinsigamond Community College Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough, MA Time: 03:30 p.m. Registration & Testing. You must complete a Placement Test within two months of the application date. Days/Hours: Monday: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (4 days, 9 hours/wk). Please contact Karen Chaparian - Program Coordinator, Carlos Davis - Counselor or Aldina Vieira - Counselor at 508-263-9673. |
| Thursday March 8, 2012 |
Spring Seminar Hosted by MSBDC Grace Conference Room, Higgins University Center, Clark University Time: 09:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please register by 8:45 a.m. Cost is $39 per person, $30 for each additional person (from one company) or each additional seminar. Registration and pre payment is essential to guarantee a seat. Checks should be made out to: Clark University and mailed to Clark SBDC, Penny Tiernan, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610-1477. Workshop: Crossing The Digital Divide (Leveraging Technology to Accelerate Business Growth) is designed to demonstrate the powerful role technology can play to turn facts and figures into knowledge that business owners can use to accelerate growth. The goal is to begin to create a Technology-Enabled Business Roadmap. Speaker: Beth Goldstein, Author, Consultant, Trainer, Founder - Marketing Edge Consulting Group, Holliston, MA Reservations are Required. |
| Saturday March 10, 2012 |
2012 Classic Film Series Hosted by The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main St., Marlborough Time: 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free "The Philadelphia Story", starring Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn and James Stewart. Considered to be the greatest romantic comedy of all time! Come and join us for an old fashion Saturday afternoon movie experience! Adult viewing only. Refreshments available for sale. |
| Wednesday March 14, 2012 |
Blues and Jazz Hosted by Friends of The Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 7.00 p.m. Cost: Free Blues & Jazz with the Michael Williams Band! Featuring Mike Williams, guitarist, Rusty Scott (Hammond B# Organ), Tim Mayer (tenor sax), & Jim Gwin (drums). |
| Wednesday March 21, 2012 |
2012 Author/Celebrity Series featuring STEPHEN DAVIS Hosted by Friends of The Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main St., Marlborough Time: 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Stephen Davis, Author of "More Room in a Broken Heart: The True Adventures of Carly Simon". Publisher Gotham Books. |
| Thursday March 22, 2012 |
Spring Seminar Hosted by MSBDC Grace Conference Room, Higgins University Center, Clark University Time: 09:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please register by 8:45 a.m. Cost is $39 per person, $30 for each additional person (from one company) or each additional seminar. Registration and pre payment is essential to guarantee a seat. Checks should be made out to: Clark University and mailed to Clark SBDC, Penny Tiernan, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610-1477. eMarketing Internet Tools 101 (A Basic Introduction). This session will explain and demonstate the basics of a variety of these options, which will include the pros and cons as well as providing some screen shots of the most popular tools. Topics that will be covered include: Email, Facebook, Blogs, Google Location, E-Newsletters, Twitter, Pay per Click and QR Codes. Speaker: Greg Charland, Owner/Lead Consultant - Charland Technology, Hubbardston, MA. Reservations are Required. |
| Saturday March 31, 2012 |
2012 Classic Film Series Hosted by Friends of the Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free "The Afican Queen, directed by John Huston. Starring Humphrey Bogart, Katherine Hepburn and Robert Morley. Don't miss this classic movie during our old fashion Saturday afternoon movie experience! Adult viewing only, refreshments available for sale. There will be a discussion of the movie following the showing. |
| Thursday April 5, 2012 |
Spring Seminar Hosted by MSBDC Grace Conference Room, Higgins University Center, Clark University Time: 09:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please register by 8:45 a.m. Cost is $39 per person, $30 for each additional person (from one company) or each additional seminar. Registration and pre payment is essential to guarantee a seat. Checks should be made out to: Clark University and mailed to Clark SBDC, Penny Tiernan, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610-1477. Using Online Social Networking (To Boost Sales & Marketing Success). There are two portions to this presentation. First, a marketing specialist will explain Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. Learn how to integrate social media into your company's marketing and sales program. In the second portion of the program two business people will explain how they use these techniques on a modest and practical level to help them improve customer relations and increase sales for their businesses. Speakers: Shari Worthington, President - Teleslon Technology, Worcester, MA, Melissa Fetterhoff, Executive Director - Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce, Devens, MA and Thomas Oliveri, Jr., President - Peppercorns Grille & Tavern and Wormtown Brewery, Reservations are Required. |
| Wednesday April 11, 2012 |
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Free Classes Hosted by Quinsigamond Community College Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough, MA Time: 03:30 p.m. Registration & Testing. You must complete a Placement Test within two months of the application date. Days/Hours: Monday: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (4 days, 9 hours/wk). Please contact Karen Chaparian - Program Coordinator, Carlos Davis - Counselor or Aldina Vieira - Counselor at 508-263-9673. |
| Wednesday April 18, 2012 |
2012 Author/Celebrity Series with author Saloma Furlong Hosted by The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library Bigelow Auditorium, Marlborough Public Library, 35 West Main St., Marlborough Time: 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Saloma Furlong, author of "Why I Left the Amish" Published by Michigan State University Press. |
| Thursday April 26, 2012 |
Spring Seminar Hosted by MSBDC Grace Conference Room, Higgins University Center, Clark University Time: 09:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please register by 8:45 a.m. Cost is $39 per person, $30 for each additional person (from one company) or each additional seminar. Registration and pre payment is essential to guarantee a seat. Checks should be made out to: Clark University and mailed to Clark SBDC, Penny Tiernan, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610-1477. Online Lead Generation (Using Desktop & Mobile Search, Social Media & Online Advertising). This seminar will explore the potential of online marketing to generate business leads and how it relates to desktop and mobile search, social media and online advertising. This seminar includes the following sessions: Desktop and Mobile Search Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Online Search and Display Advertising for Web and Social Networks. Speaker: Louise Rijk, Sales Executive - Thoughtwire Media, LLC, Westborough, MA. Reservations are Required. |
| Friday April 27, 2012 |
Death by Wine & Chocolate & Food Hosted by Marlborough Rotary Club St. Anargyroi Hellenic Hall Corner Central & Cashman Streets, Marlborough, MA Time: 06:00 p.m. - 09:00 p.m. Tickets $25 per person. Tickets available at Monti's Mini Market, EKG Networking, The Chamber of Commerce, or from any Rotarian and at the door. |
| Friday April 27, 2012 |
Rotary Club of Marlborough Hosted by Rotary Club of Marlborough Fish, 29 South Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 12:15 p.m. - 01:30 p.m. The Rotary Club of Marlborough invites the public to attend a Wine and Chocolate Fundraiser Event which combines wine, chocolate and food in an elegant setting - the new Hellenic Hall. Auction and art show. Valet parking. Music. See Peg Sheldon to volunteer. The cost of the meal is $19.00 payable at the door. |
| Wednesday May 9, 2012 |
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Free Classes Hosted by Quinsigamond Community College Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, 215 Fitchburg St., Marlborough, MA Time: 03:30 p.m. Registration & Testing. You must complete a Placement Test within two months of the application date. Days/Hours: Monday: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (4 days, 9 hours/wk). Please contact Karen Chaparian - Program Coordinator, Carlos Davis - Counselor or Aldina Vieira - Counselor at 508-263-9673. |
| Thursday May 10, 2012 |
Spring Seminar Hosted by MSBDC Grace Conference Room, Higgins University Center, Clark University Time: 09:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please register by 8:45 a.m. Cost is $39 per person, $30 for each additional person (from one company) or each additional seminar. Registration and pre payment is essential to guarantee a seat. Checks should be made out to: Clark University and mailed to Clark SBDC, Penny Tiernan, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610-1477. New & Proven Ways to Win More Business. In this session you will learn why yesterday's sales tactics no longer work in the new economy. Learn how to eliminate think it overs and close sales, how to establish a trusted advisor relationship with your clients, how to gain commitments from prospects, avoid time wasters and shorten sales cycles and how to win competitive business without cutting price. Speaker: Ken Cheo, Principal - Winfree Business Growth Advisors, Braintree, MA. Reservations are Required. |
| Friday June 8, 2012 |
Rotary Club of Marlborough Hosted by Rotary Club of Marlborough Fish, 29 South Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 12:15 p.m. - 01:30 p.m. The Rotary Club of Marlborough invites the public to attend a Relay for Life - Join the Rotary Relay team, see Emily Greenwood, team captain. We will be decorating luminarias (candle-lit bags, dedicated to those we love and remember) prior to the event. The cost of the meal is $19.00 payable at the door. |
| Wednesday June 20, 2012 |
5K RUN4FUN MRCC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER Hosted by Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce held at Wayside Racquet & Swim Club, 80 Broadmeadow Rd, Marlborough, MA 01752 Time: 6:00 p.m. Join us by running or supporting this fantastic event benefitting the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce's Scholarship Fund! More details to come! Contact us if you have any questions. Reservations are Requested. |
| Sunday September 30, 2012 |
HERITAGE FESTIVAL Hosted by Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce held at Main St in Marlborough Time: More details to come! Contact us if you have any questions! |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
WESTBORO COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Congregation B Nai Shalom, 117 East Main St, Westboro, MA Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Senior Center in Westborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a coupon for a free 6 inch Subway sandwich along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
SHREWSBURY COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Shrewsbury Senior Center, 98 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, MA Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Senior Center in Shrewsbury. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will be receiving a coupon for a free 6 inch Subway sandwich along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. This blood drive is in honor of William Plourde, a 7-year old Shrewbury boy with a rare blood disease. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
Rotary Club of Marlborough Hosted by Rotary Club of Marlborough Fish, 29 South Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA Time: 12:15 p.m. - 01:30 p.m. The Rotary Club of Marlborough invites the public to attend a meal and talk by Marilyn Perry, who will be speaking on the Adventures of Patagonia. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
HUDSON COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Elks Lodge, 91 Park St, Hudson, MA Time: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Masonic Hall in Marlborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a free 24-bottle pack of Walgreens Pure Spring Water and a coupon for up to 20% off items redeemable at participating Walgreens stores along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
NORTHBORO COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Trinity Church, 23 Main St, Northborough, MA Time: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Trinity Church in Northborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a coupon for a free 6 inch Subway sandwich along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
GRAFTON COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Municipal Center, 30 Providence Rd /Rte 122, Grafton, MA Time: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Trinity Church in Northborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a Wachusett Mountain Lift Ticket and a free Yankee Candle along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
MARLBOROUGH COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross Wayside Racquet & Swim Club, 80 Broadmeadow Rd, Marlborough, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Masonic Hall in Marlborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a free 24-bottle pack of Walgreens Pure Spring Water and a coupon for up to 20% off items redeemable at participating Walgreens stores along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save lives. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
UPTON COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross VFW Hall, Rte 140/Main St, Upton, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the Polish National Home in South Grafton. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a coupon good for a free 24-bottle pack of Walgreens Pure Spring Water and a coupon for up to 20% off items redeemable at participating Walgreens stores along with the satisfaction of knowing that you knowing that you helped to save lives. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |
| Monday December 31, 2012 |
SOUTHBORO COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Hosted by American Red Cross St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Post Rd (Rte 30), Southborough, MA Time: 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Give the gift that keeps on giving life. The American Red Cross Society is holding a blood drive at the St Anne Church in Southborough. Everyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a coupon for a free 6 inch Subway sandwich along with the satisfaction knowing that you have helped to save a life in our community. Blood is always needed, especially at this time of the year. Although walk-ins are welcome, it helps to have called to set an appointment in advance to 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto www.givelife.org - make sure to bring a positive ID. Reservations are Requested. |