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Saturday May 17, 2008
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Town of Hingham, Department of Public Works is pleased to announce that a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Plymouth River School, off High Street. The collection is open to all Hingham residents who wish to dispose of household hazardous waste. Participants will be required to show proof of residency. Materials generated by commercial or industrial sources will not be accepted. There will be no charge for this service. Because funds have not been appropriated for a collection next year, residents are urged to take advantage of this event.
Acceptable materials include disinfectants, solvents, pesticides, poisons, cleaners, paint thinners, herbicides, chemicals, i.e., pool and photographic, mercury thermometers and thermostats, flammable liquids and oil base paints. Please DO NOT BRING explosives, radioactive materials (including smoke detectors), tires, asbestos, empty aerosol cans, gas cylinders or fire extinguishers. Also, DO NOT BRING motor oil, used oil filters, automotive batteries, antifreeze, or NiCd batteries which are accepted at designated locations at the Recycling/Transfer Facility or latex paint, which can be disposed of with regular trash, if allowed to thoroughly dry first. Please package all materials in “sturdy boxes,” not plastic or paper bags, separate paints from other wastes. Keep wastes in their original containers and tighten any loose caps or lids. Upon arrival at the site please remain in your vehicle and a trained staff member will assist you. Participants will be served on a first come first serve basis. Randy Sylvester, Assistant Superintendent of Public Works, reminds residents that the purpose of this event is to prevent the improper disposal of potentially hazardous materials. Materials that could pose a risk to public health or the environment should never be poured down drains, onto the ground or disposed of at the Transfer Station. Residents are also encouraged to reduce the amount of household hazardous waste they generate by limiting the amount of hazardous materials purchased, using the product completely in accordance with the manufacturers directions, and purchasing non-hazardous alternatives whenever possible. The Town reserves the right to refuse to accept any materials and to limit the amount of materials accepted from any one individual at 60 pounds, or 30 gallons.
Randy Sylvester, Assistant Superintendent, DPW 781-741-1430
Location: Plymouth River School
Classic Car Show
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
All Proceeds to benefit Veterans, Past & Present
May 17, 2008, Derby Street Shoppes Free Admission to the Public: noon – 3pm Located behind the Crate & Barrel (Rain Date Sunday May 18th) Car Registration..9:30-11:30 Donation of $20 cash or check to Veterans Council *all exhibitors will receive coffee and donuts in the am, and soda/ water, cookies, chips, fruit in the pm, plus a commenorative dash plaque as a way of saying “Thanks” To do this the Veterans Council is raising money to help current returning veterans who have need of additional assistance, in housing, food, and clothing. Unable to attend but would still like to help us achieve our goal. Send donations in any amount to: Veterans Council, 210 Central Street, Hingham,MA 02043 Supported by: State Senator Robert Hedlund, State Representative Garrett Bradley & State Representative Robert Nyman H o s t e d & S p o n s o r e d b y Derby Street Shoppes Hingham, MA www.derbystreetshops.com Special thanks to the following for their generous support and donations: ECO Muffler Center- Quincy, Dunkin Donuts - Hingham, Dr. Peter Kulka- Hanover, & The Fruit Center-Hingham
Ken Strone seabreezeshaka@comcast.net
Location: Derby Street Shoppes
Old Ship Coffeehouse off the Square
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Geoff Muldaur at Old Ship Coffeehouse off the Square -- The legendary Geoff Muldaur will perform at The Old Ship Coffeehouse off the Square on Sat., May 17, at 8 p.m.
One of the great voices and musical forces to emerge from the Cambridge folk, blues, and folk-rock scene, Geoff has composed scores for film and television, even garnering an Emmy. He was a founding member of the Jim Kweskin Jug Band, which performed during the 1960s and ’70s. He also collaborated with then-wife Maria Muldaur and other notables (Bonnie Rait, Jerry Garcia, Eric Von Schmidt . . .) The New York Times noted that Geoff “succeeds not because he copies the timbre and inflections of a down-home African-American [performer] but because his voice - reedy, quavering, otherworldly - is so unusual that [his music] becomes little more than a context, a jumping-off point.” British songwriter Richard Thompson says: “There are only three white blues singers, and Geoff Muldaur is at least two of them.” For more information, visit www.geoffmuldaur.com. The Coffeehouse off the Square is at the Old Ship Church Parish Hall, 107 Main St., in Hingham Square just up from the Loring Hall Theater and on the MBTA’s 220 bus from Quincy Center. Admission for this concert is $12 at the door (sorry, no reservations). The concert begins with an open mike at 8 p.m. Beverages and desserts are 50 cents. Net proceeds benefit the Unitarian-Universalist Service Committee. For more information or to volunteer (free admission!) call 781-749-1767.
Carol Meyer 781-749-1767 cmeyer@cnc.com
Sunday May 18, 2008
Bark a thon
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
“Bark a thon 2008”
We need your feet and we need your paws A walk in Wompatuck State Park to benefit the local Animal Shelter Prizes, gifts refreshments & fun When: Sunday, May 18th 2008 Time: 9:00 AM to Noon The walk/run begins and ends in the parking lot out side the Visitors Center Common room at Wompatuck State Park entrance off Union Street in Hingham. How can you help: Get one (or more) sponsors collect a donation (any amount) and bring your dog (real or imagined) to Wompatuck State Park the morning of Sunday May 18th and take one of several trails through the park and meet back in the parking lot for prizes refreshments and fun. How can your company help: Just make a donation in any amount or you can donate goods or services that can be given out as prizes or help in the care of the animals at the Animal Shelter. Your Company information will be posted during the event on our “Wall of Fame” About our Shelter: The shelter serves five towns they are the town of Scituate, Cohasset, Hingham, Hull and Norwell on an as needed basis. It is non-profit, tax exempt organization dedicated to the welfare of companion animals. Our mission is to rescue abandoned, homeless animals and give them proper care, love and attention and they are a no-kill Shelter. About the Organizer: William Hall, a junior at Hingham High School is an avid animal lover. His dog, a 3 year old terrier mix named Princes Leia, was adopted at the shelter, and he has a pet sitting business that he has operated for several years in his spare time. With the help of the local students his family and friends, he hopes to make “Bark a thon 2008” even more successful than the last two years.
William Hall 781 749 4492 william@gailhall.com
Location: Wompatuck State Park
Monday May 19, 2008
Board of Assessors
8:45 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Greenscapes Lecture
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FREE GREENSCAPES WORKSHOP SERIES
Monday evenings, 7 – 9 p.m. South Shore Vocational Technical School auditorium 476 Webster St. (Route 123), Hanover, MA REGISTER TODAY! Online: E-mail debbie@nsrwa.org Ph: Call North and South Rivers Watershed Association at 781-659-8168 and ask for Debbie April 28 7-9 p.m. The Benefits of Plants and Landscaping Steven R. Tomasi, RLA, ASLA, President - A.J. Tomasi Nurseries Clearly, well-designed landscaping adds beauty to any home. However, landscaping can provide so many more benefits, such as providing natural air conditioning and protection from wind, trapping and filtering air pollutants, screening noise and unsightly views to name just a few. Learn how to use landscaping techniques and plantings to make your yard a healthy oasis. May 5 7-9 p.m. Tame Your Water-Consuming Irrigation System Ted Moriarty, CIC, CID, CLIA, Owner - Smart Watering Company Irrigation systems abound on the South Shore, but many of us do not know how to use or maintain them properly. This can lead to water overuse which can hurt your landscaping and our environment. Irrigation systems can help conserve water when designed, maintained and used properly. Learn some simple, effective ways to take control of your irrigation system, and develop a season-long water conservation strategy. May 12 7-9 p.m. Growing Green – Using Fewer Pesticides by Knowledgeable Plant Selection Deborah Swanson, Extension Educator, Plymouth County Extension Deborah Swanson, Plymouth County Extension Horticulturist, will highlight great plants that have few insect and disease problems, and yet are beautiful in the landscape. Many of these plants are native and often overlooked. Learning what they are and where to plant them will go a long way in reducing pesticides in the landscape. Many of these trees, shrubs and perennials are also drought-tolerant, once established. May 19 7-9 p.m. Landscape Design Ideas for Success Chris Kennedy, Kennedy Country Gardens Chris Kennedy
Debbie Cook 781-659-8168 debbie@nsrwa.org
Conservation Commission
7:00 PM
AGENDA
7:00 PM: Old/New Business Approve Draft Minutes 5/5/08 Chapter 91 Waterways License Application Number W082279-Discussion Appointments to the Conservation Commission 7:15 PM: Request for Determination of Applicability 29 Hobart Street 7:30 PM: Notices of Intent 302-304 Whiting Street "Derby Brook Housing Community" 608 Main Street 185 Lazell Street 15 Bucket Mill Lane 6 Minuteman Road 0 Fort Hill Street-Bare Cove Park Order of Conditions Hobart Street Landfill Certificates of Compliance 46 Rockwood Road 1 Stagecoach Road And other such matters that may be pending before the Commission.
Location: Town Hall
Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee & Redistricting Committee
7:00 PM
The newly formed Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee and the Redistricting Committee are beginning their work.
As part of the initial data gathering phase of the process, and before any specific proposals are developed, we are providing an opportunity for community input into the process. Parents and other citizens are invited to attend any one of the scheduled meetings below to share ideas with committee representatives and to raise concerns or questions that will inform the work and focus of the two committees. Attendees are welcome to participate in one or both parts of the scheduled meetings. Monday, May 19th at Plymouth River Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Tuesday, May 20th at South School Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Wednesday, May 21 at Foster School Cafetorium : 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee
DPW Building Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Tuesday May 20, 2008
Country Club Management Committee
6:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: South Shore Country Club
Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee & Redistricting Committee
7:00 PM
The newly formed Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee and the Redistricting Committee are beginning their work.
As part of the initial data gathering phase of the process, and before any specific proposals are developed, we are providing an opportunity for community input into the process. Parents and other citizens are invited to attend any one of the scheduled meetings below to share ideas with committee representatives and to raise concerns or questions that will inform the work and focus of the two committees. Attendees are welcome to participate in one or both parts of the scheduled meetings. Monday, May 19th at Plymouth River Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Tuesday, May 20th at South School Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Wednesday, May 21 at Foster School Cafetorium : 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee
School Building Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: School Department Conference Room
Wednesday May 21, 2008
Board of Selectmen & Moderator
7:00 PM
Open House for Prospective Appointees
Location: Town Hall 3rd Floor
Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee & Redistricting Committee
7:00 PM
The newly formed Extended Day Kindergarten Ad Hoc Study Committee and the Redistricting Committee are beginning their work.
As part of the initial data gathering phase of the process, and before any specific proposals are developed, we are providing an opportunity for community input into the process. Parents and other citizens are invited to attend any one of the scheduled meetings below to share ideas with committee representatives and to raise concerns or questions that will inform the work and focus of the two committees. Attendees are welcome to participate in one or both parts of the scheduled meetings. Monday, May 19th at Plymouth River Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Tuesday, May 20th at South School Cafetorium: 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee Wednesday, May 21 at Foster School Cafetorium : 7:00 PM: Extended Day Kindergarten Committee 7:45 PM: Redistricting Committee
Fourth of July Parade Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Thursday May 22, 2008
Beautification Commission
1:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Harbormaster
7:00 PM
Notice of Public Hearings
10A Float Permits The Town of Hingham will conduct the following public hearings on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 1900 HRS, at which time and place all interested parties will be heard. 7:00 PM: To consider Lincoln Maritime's Section 10A application for additional floats and the renewal of their existing Section 10A floats. 7:20 PM: To consider the renewal of Hingham Boatyard's existing Section 10A permitted slips.
Location: Town Hall
Historic Districts Commission
7:00 PM
AGENDA:
7:00 PM: Call to Order, approve meeting minutes. The following are seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness: 7:05 PM: Continued from 4/17/08: Debra Kirby and Alan Fujii, 203 North Street, located in the Lincoln Local Historic District, to add an enclosed porch to the west side of the house. 7:20 PM: Caniele and John Serafini, 532 Main Street, located in the Tower-Wilder Local Historic District, to install a new fence, to remove bay window and replace with French door. 7:45 PM: Freshwater Realty Trust, 17 Miles Road located in the Lincoln Local Historic District, for a 2-story addition at the southwest corner of the house, and for changes and restorations to the exterior of the original house including removal of roof balustrade and chimney. 8:15 PM: Pam and Chris Sharp, 30 Lincoln Street, located in the Lincoln Local Historic District, to construct a portico and landing at the main entrance, add brackets to the house, reduce asphalt driveway and remove concrete walk, add fieldstone wall and pier, stone landing and walkway. And any other business that may come before the Commission.
Location: Central Meeting Room South - Town Hall
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00 PM
7:00 p.m. - Hearing
MAXX LLC/THE BOSTON GOLF CLUB east side of CUSHING STREET Modification to Special Permit A2 and site plan review dated 2/13/03 and decision dated 9/22/06 to construct approximately 6000 sq. ft. administrative building 7:30 p.m. - Hearing JON PERETTE, TRUSTEE, THREE OTIS STREET REALTY TRUST Old Salt Outfitters, Inc. 3 OTIS STREET Appeal of the Building Commissioner that Special Permit A1 issued 8/17/04 has lasped and/or Special Permit A1 to install new timber mooring piles 8:00 p.m. - Hearing JON PERETTE, TRUSTEE, THREE OTIS STREET REALTY TRUST Old Salt Outfitters, Inc. 3 OTIS STREET Appeal of the Building Commissioner that the applicant is in violation of the parking requirements as it related to the operation of 38 boat slips and such other business as may be pending before the Board
Location: Central Meeting Room North - Town Hall
Tuesday May 27, 2008
Board of Assessors
8:45 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Retirement Board
10:00 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: East Hearing Room, Town Hall
Library Long Range Planning Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA:
Review the Community Circle Forum lists and select a Trustee Committee Liaison for each Circle. Approve a rough draft of an invitation letter that each Trustee liaison could customize for mailing. Approve the process to be followed for making and following up on the invitation letters. Set up a calendar for the Community Circle Meetings.
Location: Hingham Public Library, 66 Leavitt St
School Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: School Department Conference Room
Wednesday May 28, 2008
South School Council
AGENDA: General Business.
Ad Hoc Study Committee For Extended Kindgergarten Day
4:30 PM
AGENDA: Input/Questions from Focus Group Meetings.
Location: School Department Conference Room
Trustees of the Hingham Public Library
8:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Hingham Public Library, 66 Leavitt St
Thursday May 29, 2008
Historic Districts Commission
7:00 PM
AGENDA:
7:00 PM: Call to Order, approve meeting minutes. The following are seeking a Certificate of Appropriateness: 7:05 PM: Andrew and Maryann Shafter, 32 Middle Street, located in the Hingham Centre Local Historic District, to relocate driveway to left side of house, and for addition of hardscape elements. 7:25 PM: Joseph and Janice Feeney, 630 Main Street, located in the Tower-Wilder Local Historic District, to rebuild barn destroyed by fire. 7:50 PM: Maurice Bradshaw, 44 Pleasant Street, located in the Hingham Centre Local Historic District, to install hardscape elements includeing stone wall, brick pattion and driveway; to add gutters to the house, and storm door. 8:10 PM: Alex Boyd, 223 South Street, located in the Lincoln Local Historic District, for a new fence and front steps. And any other business that may come before the Commission.
Location: Central Meeting Room North - Town Hall
Affordable Housing Trust
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Saturday May 31, 2008
'King' Kelly Base Ball Bash
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Kick off the Hingham Historical Society's '08 Vintage Baseball Season at 507 Main Street, the home of Baseball Hall of Famer “King” Kelly.
Who was King Kelly? At the height of his career in the 1880s, hitter and base stealer extraordinaire Mike “King” Kelly was hired by the Boston Bean Eaters for the unheard of sum of $10,000. In a demonstration of sincere baseball enthusiasm (some might say folly), the town of Hingham then presented Kelly with a home on Main Street, followed later that year by a carriage and two horses. To the bitter disappointment of Boston and Hingham fans, Kelly only stayed for a year before he left town to join the Cincinnati Reds. Even so, it was long enough for Kelly to make a colorful impression. He was known to promenade through town with a Japanese valet and a little pet monkey on his shoulder. Historical Society members, and current owners of the “King” Kelly House, Moira and Cameron Congdon, will host this grand event. Enjoy live music, beer, barbecue, and a chance to meet sports writer and King Kelly biographer, Marty Appel, who will be on hand to sign copies of his book Slide, Kelly, Slide. Other attractions include raffles of sought-after prizes, including, Red Sox tickets, fresh lobsters, baseball artwork, hand-made bats and more. You may even catch a glimpse of King Kelly himself. Tickets are $35 each, $40 the day of the event. Check our website for sale locations, www.hinghamhistorical.org.
Suzanne Buchanan 781-749-7721 director@hinghamhistorical.org
Monday June 2, 2008
Board of Assessors
8:45 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Tuesday June 3, 2008
Development & Industrial Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
School Building Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: School Department Conference Room
School Department Redistricting Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Superintendent's Office
Wednesday June 4, 2008
Horizons for Homeless Children - Volunteer Training
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
ARE YOU A LEGO ARCHITECT? COME PLAY WITH HOMELESS CHILDREN!
Did you know: at least 1 out of every 24 Massachusetts children is homeless at any given time? An even higher proportion of Massachusetts children experience homelessness over the course of a year, for a total of at least 82,000 homeless children and youth in the Bay State.
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking 150 volunteers to interact and play with over 500 children living in 55 family, teen parent, and domestic violence shelters in Greater Boston. We also have a great need of volunteers for our Hingham location! A commitment of 2 hours a week for 6 months is required. We offer daytime and evening shifts, so there is likely to be one that fits your schedule. It is a rewarding and fun experience for everyone involved. The next training session will be on June 4 and 5, 2008. Please call 617-445-1480 for more information, or visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org.
Kerry Mullin 617-445-1480 boston@horizonsforhomelesschildren.org
Fourth of July Parade Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Thursday June 5, 2008
Horizons for Homeless Children - Volunteer Training
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
ARE YOU A LEGO ARCHITECT? COME PLAY WITH HOMELESS CHILDREN!
Did you know: at least 1 out of every 24 Massachusetts children is homeless at any given time? An even higher proportion of Massachusetts children experience homelessness over the course of a year, for a total of at least 82,000 homeless children and youth in the Bay State.
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking 150 volunteers to interact and play with over 500 children living in 55 family, teen parent, and domestic violence shelters in Greater Boston. We also have a great need of volunteers for our Hingham location! A commitment of 2 hours a week for 6 months is required. We offer daytime and evening shifts, so there is likely to be one that fits your schedule. It is a rewarding and fun experience for everyone involved. The next training session will be on June 4 and 5, 2008. Please call 617-445-1480 for more information, or visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org.
Kerry Mullin 617-445-1480 boston@horizonsforhomelesschildren.org
Saturday June 7, 2008
Nature Walk at Triphammer Pond
9:00 AM
In celebration of May as Wetlands Month the Hingham Conservation Office will be hosting a nature walk at Triphammer Pond. This walk is to explore the plants, birds and other wildlife that are commonly found in our conservation lands. The walk will take place early so that we will be able to hear birds with their various calls. The area has narrow paths and uneven ground. You will need waterproof boots as well as black fly repellant! Parking is limited so call the Conservation Office for additional information.
Hingham Conservation Department 781-741-1445
Location: Triphammer Pond
Sunday June 8, 2008
84th Tour of Historic Hingham Homes
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
"Historic Homes in Today's World" is the theme of this year's house tour organized by the Hingham Historcial Society. The tour includes six homes and five historic sites.
Advance tickets are $20; available online at historichometours.com, and several sites throughout Hingham. Check the Historical Society website, www.hinghamhistorical.org, for sale locations. Call the Historical Society main office at 781-749-7721 for more details
Suzanne Buchanan 781-749-7721 director@hinghamhistorical.org
Monday June 9, 2008
Board of Assessors
8:45 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
School Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: School Department Conference Room
Tuesday June 10, 2008
Long Range Waste Disposal/Recycling Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Advisory Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall, South Hearing Room
Thursday June 12, 2008
Trustees of the G.A.R. Hall
6:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: G.A.R. Hall
Monday June 16, 2008
Board of Assessors
8:45 AM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Wednesday June 18, 2008
Cable TV Advisory Committee
7:00 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Fourth of July Parade Committee
7:30 PM
AGENDA: General Business.
Location: Town Hall
Thursday June 19, 2008
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