AHS Blue Pride dance to be Nov. 7

ATTLEBORO - The seventh Annual AHS Blue Pride Gridiron Club Scholarship Dinner Dance will be held 7 p.m.-midnight Nov. 7 at the Attleboro Elks Lodge.

Dinner is at 7:30. The cost of tickets is $20 per person and tables of eight can also be reserved. To purchase tickets and or reserve a table please contact Chris Chapman at 508-226-8713. Raffle prize donations and $100 table sponsorships are also welcome.

Congregation to hold Thanksgiving service

ATTLEBORO - People who have experienced loss are invited to join Community VNA Hospice Care in "A Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving" at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8 at Congregation Agudas Achim, 901 North Main St., Attleboro. The interfaith, non-denominational celebration will honor your loved one's life and memory. This service is free and open to the public. Following the service, there will be refreshments and time to meet and share with Community VNA Hospice Care staff and volunteers.

For more information, contact the Community VNA hospice care bereavement coordinator at 508-222-0118, ext. 1373.

TI Retirees plan events

ATTLEBORO - Texas Instruments' Attleboro Retirees Club and Friends plan the following events, which are open to the public. For more information, call Reinette at 508-699-7929.

The club will meet on Nov. 10 at VFW Post 8049, Summer Street, Norton at 1 p.m.The group will host Ralph Stefanelli, a graduate of The Certified Appraisal Institute, who will give a verbal appraisal on antiques and collectibles on Nov. 10. Bring one to two items.

The group is also hosting a Christmas party on Dec. 8 at Benjamin's Restaurant, 698 Bay St., Taunton. Cocktails at 11 a.m. with lunch at noon. Cost is $20.

Trips: Nov. 20 - Foxwoods; Jan. 20-22 - Taj Mahal, Atlantic City; April 17 - Foxwoods.

Parkinson's Support Group will meet

ATTLEBORO - The SEMA/Parkinsons Support Group will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Community VNA, 10 Emory St.

The subject for this month's meeting is caregiving information. All are welcome. For more information, call the VNA at 508-222-0118 or e-mail frances_anderson@comcast.net. Women of Spirit to meet Nov. 11

ATTLEBORO - St. John's Women of Spirit will meet Nov. 11 in the hospitality center at St. John's Church. Going along with the group's theme for the year of "Change is Good," three parishioners who converted to Catholicism will talk to the group about why they became Catholics and where this journey has taken them.

Sean Brumble, Gerry Greene and Bob Fife will share their personal stories with the group. The meeting will start at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments and raffles will end the evening.

SA Knights' next Texas Hold-'em Nov. 13

ATTLEBORO - The South Attleboro Knights of Columbus will hold their charity Texas Hold-'em on Friday, Nov. 13 at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 304 Highland Ave. (Route 123).

Kitchen will be open at 6 p.m. and patrons should arrive by 6:30 p.m. for seating and to go over house rules. Dealing begins at 7 p.m. Call Matt at 508-399-7138 to reserve a spot.

Substance abuse workshop synagogue topic

ATTLEBORO - Congregation Agudas Achim will host a workshop at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15 at the synagogue located at 901 North Main St. "Substance Abuse in the Jewish Community" will be presented by Dr. Alan Wartenberg, the co-medical director for the Providence Veterans Administration Medical Center opioid treatment programs. He is an assistant professor of Medicine at Tufts University and is a recognized leading authority in the field of chemical dependency. Questions? Call Nicole Jellinek at 401-338-8301.

PEAL Club holding meeting, hosting trips

The PEAL (People Enjoying Active Living) Club will host a roast pork luncheon will be held on Nov. 16. Donation is $10; call Arlyne at 401-723-8316 or Dina at 508-695-0831 for reservations.

The PEAL club is hosting the following trips. For information, call Dina at 508-695-0831. The public is invited to all PEAL Club events and trips:

Nov. 19 - Wright's Chicken Farm, 84 Inman Road, Harrisville, R.I. Motor coach departs the Knights of Columbus Hall in South Attleboro at 10 a.m. Entertainment with Mel Simons of WBZ-1030 AM radio, with audience participation, and dancing to the music of Dave Valero. Cost $55.

Dec. 1 - Mohegan Sun, Cornerstone Theater for "Mistletoed" show. Bus leaves Knights of Columbus Hall in South Attleboro at 8:45 a.m. Cost $59.



Girl Scouts offer holiday bargains

ATTLEBORO - The Attleboro Girl Scouts will hold a holiday craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Anderson Girl Scout House, 15 Fourth St., in Attleboro.

Items for sale will include holiday items, raffles on numerous theme baskets, baked goods and homemade craft items. There also will be a grandma's attic and vendors such as Tupperware and jewelry.

SA Village Lions to hold craft fair

ATTLEBORO - South Attleboro Village Lions will be holding their annual Craft Fair on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Highland Avenue (Route 123) in South Attleboro.

There will be a large variety of crafters. In addition, there will be raffles, door prizes, and a bake table. There will also be a light lunch available for purchase.

For more information, contact Barbara Rogers at 508-761-6867, Carrie Burhart at 508-222-4550, or Marie Berube at 401-723-3274.



AARP to hold upcoming trips

ATTLEBORO - The Greater Attleboro Chapter of the AARP will hold these trips:

Nov. 30-Dec. 4, Branson, Mo.

Dec. 2, country/western show at The Castle in Nashua, N.H.Dec. 6-Dec. 8, Christmas show at Indian Head Resort in New Hampshire. For information on trips, contact Betty Sargeant at 508-643-3728.

Gold Dusters eye train ride

ATTLEBORO - The following activities are planned for the Balfour Gold Dusters:

North Pole Express Train Ride, New York City and Christmas Show at Radio City Music Hall - Nov. 29-30; cost $299 double/triple.

Three day/2 Night New Year's Celebration in Leominster, MA - Dec. 30- Jan. 1, 2010; $379 double.Join in events with Attleboro seniors

ATTLEBORO - The following events have been scheduled at the Rev. Larson Senior Center, South Main Street, unless otherwise noted. Call 508-223-2235 for more information or to sign up.

Learn how to make a holiday wreath with the Community VNA's Karole Nicholson and Stacey Hiltner on Nov. 9 at 10 a.m. The class is free and limited to 8 people.

Take part in a shingles educational program on Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. Learn about the disease and how to protect yourself.

Make a mini-scrapbook with Jennifer McKitchen on Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. All materials are supplied for this free program, just bring three or four photos and sign up early as class is limited to 8 people.

The therapy dogs will visit on Nov. 12 at 11 a.m.

Watch "Hunt for Red October" on Nov. 12 at 1 p.m.

Learn more about Alzheimer's disease at a workshop "Rethinking Alzheimer's" on Nov. 16 at 10 a.m.

A hearing aid specialist will be available on a first come, first served basis on Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon for cleanings and minor adjustments.

Austin Lord, State Sen. Scott Brown's district aide, will hold office hours at the center on Nov. 19 at 12:15 p.m.

A diabetic footwear clinic will be held on Nov. 19 at 9:30 a.m. Bring your Medicare card, supplemental insurance card, doctor's name and personal identification.

A birthday lunch celebration will be held on Nov. 19 at 11:45 a.m. The first 10 Attleboro seniors with a November birthday to sign up will receive a free lunch and party.

Free 20 minute legal consultations will be available on Nov. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.

The annual Thanksgiving luncheon will be held on Nov. 20 at 11 a.m.

Health Screenings: Cholesterol/Blood Pressure/Diabetes. Nov. 25 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Basic cholesterol is $5, blood pressure is free, and diabetes is $0.50. Call the center for an appointment.

WPRI news anchor Karen Adams will be at the center on Dec. 2 at 10 a.m.

Learn more about Medicare open enrollment, Medicare Part D and Advantage Plans on Dec. 7 at 10 a.m.

A Christmas cookie swap will be held on Dec. 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Greg Curtis, the singing social worker, will perform on Dec. 18 at 1 p.m.

AHS Class of 1999 makes plans to reunite

ATTLEBORO - The Attleboro High School Class of 1999 will hold its 10th reunion on Saturday, Nov. 28. Invitations will go out potentially at mid-summer, according to Lauren Bliss, reunion coordinator. Bliss says the reunion will be held at Olive's Restaurant and Martini Bar, 108 North Main St., Providence from 6 to 9 p.m. Classmates are encouraged to stay past 9 p.m., when the bar opens to the public and a cover band plays.

Finger foods, pizzas, chicken tenders, fried calamari, coconut shrimp, and a crudite table will be available along with a cash bar. The cost is $30 per person (no additional cover charge to stay past 9 p.m.) Make checks out to: Attleboro High School Class of 1999. Reunion Coordinator: Lauren Bliss. E-mail: AttleboroHigh1999@gmail.com or mail to Attleboro High School Class of 1999, in care of Lauren Bliss, 38 Commonwealth Ave. Attleboro, MA 02703. Questions? Call 774-254-2725 or go to Facebook group page: Attleboro High School Class of 1999. Also on MySpace, according to Bliss.

Share your time with Days of Caring

ATTLEBORO - Local residents can share their time and talents to help make a difference in the community by participating in the "Days of Caring."

The program allows local non-profit agencies to use resources more effectively and serve clients more efficiently by calling on volunteers in the community to help with various projects that need to be completed such as landscaping, construction, clean-ups, painting, and many more. Visit www.uwgat.org to browse the various projects that are available.

Teams, from corporate organizations, civic groups, religious groups, or family groups, are all welcome to take part in the program. For more information contact Melissa Vanhorn, UWGAT Community Impact Coordinator by calling 508.222.2337, ext. 106 or by email at Melissa@uwgat.org.

Depression support group meets weekly

ATTLEBORO - DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hillside Adult Day Health Center at 50 Walton St., Attleboro.

The group is a peer led support group for people suffering with depression or who are bipolar, and is a chapter of a national organization. For more information, go to www.dbsa-attleboro.org.

Membership is free for people who are bipolar or suffer from depression. It is suggested that first timers arrive at 6:45 p.m. on the night of the meeting to review how the group works.

The minimum age for attendance is 18. Call 508-222-7525 ext. 407, or e-mail info@dbsa-attleboro.org.

SA Lions, Legion to raffle off meat

ATTLEBORO - The South Attleboro Lions Club and South Attleboro American Legion Post 312 will team up for their weekly Saturday afternoon meat raffles through the end of April. The weekly raffles will take place 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays at the post on Newport Avenue (Route 123). There will be a large selection of meat, as well as one raffle of lobster, fish, and steamers, with proceeds going to Legion and Lions scholarship funds.

For more information, call Al Viau at the Legion at 508-761-5983 or Clint Ferguson at 508-222-5808.

Parents' support group meets monthly in city

ATTLEBORO - Parents of teens discussion/support group meets the first Wednesday of every month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Murray Unitarian Universalist Church.

Grandparents and guardians raising teens are also welcome. The group is free and open to the public. For further information, call 508-222-6164.

Wanted: Volunteers for New Hope

ATTLEBORO - New Hope, the local domestic violence and sexual assault agency, is looking for dedicated and compassionate volunteers to join its Rape Crisis Advocate Team.

As part of the on call response team, rape crisis advocates meet survivors at hospitals and police stations and provide crisis intervention, support and referrals.

Free training is provided by New Hope staff. For more information, call Nicole at 508-226-4015, ext. 104.

Medical profile cards available at Sturdy

ATTLEBORO - Sturdy Memorial Hospital is offering "My Medical Profile" cards. These cards help individuals keep a current medication history and also list potential drug/drug or drug/food interactions.

To receive a complimentary card, call volunteer and student services at 508-236-8800.

Alzheimer's support group meets monthly

ATTLEBORO - Community VNA hosts a monthly support group designed for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.

Joyce Colletto, RN, the Alzheimer programs liaison, will facilitate. This group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Community VNA, 10 Emory St.

Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, call 508-222-0118, ext. 1374, or visit communityvna.com and click on calendar.