Refugee families are coming into Worcester communities at the rate of 25 to 35 persons per month. Half of these are children. Ascentria Alliance is helping these families to settle, and although they are given some initial assistance, more help is needed. Donations of personal items, like toothbrushes, toothpaste, soaps, lotions, toilet paper, tissues, etc. are requested. At our meeting on March 5 Margaret Watson will be collecting any items you might like to donate and take them to the Ascentria staff. Thanks so much.
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Donations for Refugees
Holden Democratic Town Committee members –
Please bring personal items, like toothbrushes, toothpaste, bar soaps, toilet paper, and other items for children also, including babies (baby powder, bath oil, etc. to our March 5 meeting.
The effort is organized through Ascentria Care Alliance, formerly the Lutheran Services of Worcester.
Wachusett Regional School District seeks your input
The Wachusett Regional School District is beginning work on a five-year strategic plan and is seeking input from residents of the five towns.
If you are a Holden resident and have some priorities to discuss or would like to suggest directions for the School Committee, please plan to attend the meeting on Thursday, January 28, from 7-9 p.m. at the Curriculum Center in the District’s Central Office (formerly Jefferson School). The meeting is open to all Holden residents and welcomes interest and suggestions for improving our schools.
UU church hosting a panel discussion on Islam
The Unitarian Universalist Church is hosting an event featuring a panel on Islam. Asima Silva is the moderator of the presentation to be called “Linking Communities: Building Love and Compassion in an Age of Mistrust.”
The event is scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, from 7-9 p.m. The UU Church is located at the corner
of Holden Street and Lakeshore Drive in Worcester. All members of the public are cordially invited.
Light refreshments will be served.
Join us for our Annual Winter Dinner
Rock The Vote For The 2016 Election!
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Holden Town Democratic Committee
Saturday January 30, 2016
5:30 Social with cash bar.
Dinner at 6:30.
El Basha, 256 Park Ave. in Worcester
Reservations and payment must be received by Saturday January 23, 2016. Print the attached form and mail or deliver your reservation