Malden Anglers, 227 Main St, Saugus, MA, 01906

If you ever wondered about fly fishing, stop by the open house at&nbsp;Malden Anglers, a local fly-fishing club. From 9 to noon we will be hosting casting and fly-tying demonstrations with the opportunity to learn about our stocked on-site pond.&nbsp;

Local Event: Fly Fishing Open House

Melrose

Massachusetts

Fly Fishing Open House

Saturday May 18, 2024: If you ever wondered about fly fishing, stop by the open house at&nbsp;Malden Anglers, a local fly-fishing club. From...

Featherweight - The Sewing Machine Collage with Kristin C.&nbsp;
 This is a "no-sew until you quilt it" class and explores the artistic use of printed fabrics to make a one of a kind art piece. You will create a wall hanging of the most popular antique Singer sewing machine ever produced. Kristin will lead the class using the pattern makers techniques and a few of her own to make this adventure successful. This technique uses repositionable iron on foundations and your imagination. A sample of&nbsp;Featherweight is on display at the shop. No sewing machine required for class. Skill level: confident beginner to advanced.&nbsp;&nbsp;One day workshop Date: Sat, May 18, 2024Time: 9:00 - 3:00Fee: $70.00 - required pattern offered at 20% off to participants

Local Event: Quilters Common Offers Collage Class

Wakefield

Quilters Common Offers Collage Class

Saturday May 18, 2024: Featherweight - The Sewing Machine Collage with Kristin C.&nbsp;
 This is a "no-sew until you quilt it" class and...

Americal Civic Center

APAH/AAPI Heritage Month Mini Film Festival
The Wakefield Human Rights Commission invites you to a film festival that celebrates the spirit and richness of a variety of Asian and Pacific Island cultures.
Yes, there will be popcorn!
Saturday, May 18th 1 - 3 p.m. Anime at the Americal - focus on Japanese culture&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Those who attend will receive a gift of origami.
Genius Party An all-star team of some of the best animators working in Japanese animation today, were given free rein to tell unique short stories. The results are two animated anthology films full of boundless imagination, fantastic worlds, and unique visual styles … a fabulous introduction to the magic of anime.
Thursdays at 7 p.m. Feature movie nights at the WCAT studio 
Park in the lot above the HS Field House or along Hemlock Road. Follow the signs to the studio. 
To view the Thursday night movies by Zoom, log in as an attendee: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/s/87666193015" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://us02web.zoom.us/s/87666193015</a>
THIS WEEK
Thursday, May 16 Whale Rider – focus on Maori culture) 
Discover the myth and mystery of a New Zealand culture. Pai, an 11-year-old girl, believes she is destined to be the new chief of the Whangara people, but her grandfather Koro is bound by tradition to pick a male leader. Pai must fight him and a thousand years of tradition to fulfill her destiny and prove herself by riding on the back of a whale.
Next Week &amp; Beyond
Thursday, May 23 Bollywood Beats - focus on Indian culture 
Thursday, May 30th Tehran Blues - focus on Iranian culture 
 

The HRC greatly appreciates the support of the Beebe Library, the Americal Civic Center and especially WCAT.
For more information about the WHRC, please visit <a href="https://www.wakefield.ma.us/human-rights-commission" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wakefield.ma.us/human-rights-commission</a> 
Your opportunity to encourage kindness and understanding: Join the Human Rights Commission. Link to an application: <a href="https://bit.ly/3SKaJAJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3SKaJAJ</a>

Local Event: AAPI/APAH mini film festival

AAPI/APAH mini film festival

Saturday May 18, 2024: APAH/AAPI Heritage Month Mini Film Festival
The Wakefield Human Rights Commission invites you to a film festival that...

Linden Tree @UU Church, 326 Main St. Wakefield, MA 01880

SATURDAY, MAY 18 NATIONAL TOURING PERFORMER ANNE HILLS 
 WITH GAIL FINNIE RUNDLETT OPENING
On Saturday, May 18th at 7:30pm, national touring singer-songwriter Anne Hills will return to the Linden Tree Coffeehouse. Regional favorite Gail Finnie Rundlett will open the show in the social hall of Wakefield’s Unitarian Universalist Church. This is the next to the last show for our 39th season. 
Anne Hills is one of the most beloved voices of the contemporary folk music scene receiving awards and recognition for her live performances, her unique solo and collaborative recording projects, and her overall artistry and benefit work. Her song “Follow That Road” was the title cut of the Martha’s Vineyard Songwriter Retreat and has been a certified folk classic since the late 1990s. Whether she is singing her own songs, the words of six-year-old Opal Whiteley, or her song settings of the Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley; accompanied with her guitar, banjo, or simply a Tibetan bell, she puts her whole heart and soul into the moment. You won’t want to miss a chance to hear her songs and stories in person. She tours extensively, winning over audiences with her warm, lively and humorous performances. The AllMusic Guide says, “A stunning soprano tone has made Anne Hills one of contemporary music’s premiere vocalists … Her knack for writing heartfelt songs [has] brought her to the upper echelon of her craft.” and 
Tom Paxton says, “Anne Hills is such an exquisite singer that it’s understandable that people might be swept up in the pure beauty of her voice and thereby overlook her writing. That would be a mistake. For me, Anne’s writing, in songs like ‘Follow That Road’ and many others, is as direct, melodic and deep as any work being done today. She is quite simply one of my absolute favorite songwriters.” With 23 recordings and new song projects in the works, an evening of Anne Hills will leave the audience smiling. For a preview listen on her website: <a href="https://www.annehills.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.annehills.com</a>.
Gail Finnie Rundlett is a singer-songwriter, drawing some of her repertoire from American traditional music. A long time Linden Tree audience pleaser, she plays guitar, ukulele and is considered to be one of the primary innovators on the Appala- chian dulcimer in New England. Her career in the Boston folk scene spans thirty- five years, with four solo albums, and two with her former a cappella group Taproot. She’s a dynamic singer whose optimistic spirit is infectious, and her love for per- forming delights anyone who hears her. 
Thanks to the Mass Cultural Council, Wakefield’s Art Council tickets are $25 with students under 18 just $10 . Reservations recommended by calling 781-246-2836. 
 Linden Tree Coffeehouse is located in the social hall of the Unitarian-Universalist Church, 326 Main, Wakefield, MA 01880. Linden Tree supports Fair Trade Music Local 1000 For more information: <a href="https://www.lindentreecoffeehouse.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org</a>

Local Event: National Touring Performer Anne Hills with Gail Finnie Rundlett at Linden Tree

National Touring Performer Anne Hills with Gail...

Saturday May 18, 2024:                         SATURDAY, MAY 18 NATIONAL TOURING PERFORMER ANNE HILLS 
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National Touring Performer Anne Hills with Gail Finnie Rundlett at Linden Tree

Lazarus Center for Healing Shrine

Join us on May 20 beginning with confessions at 6&nbsp;PM. Holy Mass at 7&nbsp;PM followed by a Healing Service with Fr. Bash. For more information visit www.healingshrine.org. All are welcome!

Local Event: A Healing Service with Father John Baptist Bashobora

A Healing Service with Father John Baptist...

Monday May 20, 2024: Join us on May 20 beginning with confessions at 6&nbsp;PM. Holy Mass at 7&nbsp;PM followed by a Healing Service with...

A Healing Service with Father John Baptist Bashobora

Wakefield, MA

This course is for any practitioner working with children at Early Level CfE (age 3-6) in a nursery setting or P1/composite class in Scotland. The course will explore:
What we mean by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/bichi54T67dT4R/wiki/index/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Global Citizenship</a> and what that looks like at Early Level
How we can adjust experiences, interactions and spaces to support young children to develop the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes of Global Citizenship
Provocations, strategies and resources available to support your practice
The course will take place on Google Meet and the link will be emailed out a few days before the event.
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All courses run by the Scottish Development Education Centres are highly interactive. It can be hard to participate fully on a phone or tablet, so we highly recommend you join the course on a desktop or laptop computer, with your microphone and video enabled.

Local Event: Developing Global Citizenship Through Play at Early Level

Developing Global Citizenship Through Play at...

Monday May 20, 2024: This course is for any practitioner working with children at Early Level CfE (age 3-6) in a nursery setting or...

Developing Global Citizenship Through Play at Early Level

Wakefield Council On Aging

The Room to Write (TRtW) invites Seniors and Veterans to the Wakefield Senior Center on Tuesday, May 21st at 1:30 for an Open Mic session to wrap up this program year!&nbsp;
 Each person will have about three minutes to share something they've written or read. In the true fashion of Open Mics, this will be readings only—with the audience following up with a round of applause in support of their fellow writers.
TRtW programming for Seniors and Veterans is free thanks to the generous support of The Savings Bank.
If you have questions about the event, please contact Linda Malcolm, Coordinator of Senior and Veteran Programming for The Room to Write: linda@theroomtowrite.org. For more information about the organization, please visit <a href="https://www.theroomtowrite.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.theroomtowrite.org</a>.

Local Event: TRtW Hosts Open Mic to Wrap Up Program Year

TRtW Hosts Open Mic to Wrap Up Program Year

Tuesday May 21, 2024: The Room to Write (TRtW) invites Seniors and Veterans to the Wakefield Senior Center on Tuesday, May 21st at 1:30 for...

Lucius Beebe Memorial Library

Please join me for my monthly office hours. I'll be available in the Beebe Library Reference Area on a walk-up basis to answer your questions, hear your concerns, and share some updates from the Town Council. I look forward to seeing you!

Local Event: Wakefield Town Councilor Jonathan Chines May Office Hours

Wakefield Town Councilor Jonathan Chines May...

Tuesday May 21, 2024: Please join me for my monthly office hours. I'll be available in the Beebe Library Reference Area on a walk-up basis...

Wakefield Town Councilor Jonathan Chines May Office Hours

American Legion Post 221

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Twelve-week spring season starts Thursday, May 23, 7pm. Rehearsals held at American Legion Post 221 in Bedford, MA. Feed your spirit. Find your voice. Make new friends. Come try it out risk-free! For more information, including cost, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music, for a tribute to Queen!

Bedford

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Thursday May 23, 2024: Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Twelve-week spring season starts Thursday, May...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music, for a tribute to Queen!

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SPECIAL 2 MINUTE REPORT: 5 BEST FEATURES OF MA LIVING TRUST
<h3>1. Avoidance of Probate</h3>
One of the top benefits of creating a living trust in Massachusetts is avoiding the probate process. Probate can be lengthy, expensive, and public. A living trust allows your assets to be transferred to your beneficiaries without going through this process, ensuring privacy and speeding up the distribution of your estate.
Example of Avoiding Probate:
For example, if you own a home and have investment accounts, these can be placed in a trust, allowing your heirs to access these assets immediately upon your passing, without waiting for court approval.
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A living trust offers flexibility that is especially valuable in unpredictable life situations. You can set conditions on how and when your assets are distributed. For instance, you might specify that your children will only inherit their share at age 25, or after completing their education. This flexibility ensures that your wishes are carried out precisely as you intended.
Example of Flexibility:
For example, if you want to provide for a child's education, you can instruct the trustee to use the funds for tuition before any other type of disbursement.
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In case of incapacity or after your death, a successor trustee whom you've appointed can seamlessly manage your estate. This continuity is vital for maintaining business operations, managing investments, or simply ensuring that your bills and taxes are paid on time. It helps in preventing the disruption that can occur if assets are tied up in probate.
Example of Continuity of Management:
For example, if you own a family business, your trustee can continue running it without interruption, safeguarding both the business and the livelihoods of those it employs.
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A living trust typically offers stronger protection against legal challenges than a will. The details of a trust are less public, reducing the likelihood of disputes among potential heirs. This feature is crucial if you anticipate conflicts within your family or have a complex family structure.
Example of Reduced Legal Challenges:
As an example, if there is a concern about a disgruntled relative who might contest your estate plan, a living trust provides a more private and secure means to distribute your assets as you see fit.
<h3>5. Tax Advantages</h3>
While living trusts in Massachusetts don't inherently reduce estate taxes, they can be structured in ways that maximize your estate's value for your beneficiaries. For example, a married couple can set up an AB trust structure to take full advantage of both spouses' estate tax exemptions, potentially saving a significant amount in taxes. This strategic planning can be particularly beneficial for estates close to or exceeding the MA estate tax threshold, allowing heirs to retain more of their inherited wealth.
Example of Tax Advantages:
This strategic planning can be particularly beneficial for estates close to or exceeding the $2 million&nbsp;MA estate tax threshold, allowing heirs to retain more of their inherited wealth. For instance, estates that might owe significant taxes can benefit from careful trust structuring, potentially saving heirs hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Local Event: MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course

Lexington

MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course

Thursday May 23, 2024: Learn the basics of MA Estate Planning in just 5 days.
A free, 5-day email course to demystify estate planning. It’s...

Bear Hill Golf Club

You're invited to FOLQ's Annual Meeting &amp; Dinner
The Friends of Lake Quannapowitt invite all community members to join us at our Annual Meeting and Presentation on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024. Enjoy drinks and dinner, participate in a brief business meeting, and hear from Friends of Horn Pond in Woburn about their impressive efforts to reduce wildlife injuries and fatalities caused by fishing line entanglements!
 
Meeting Agenda: 
5:30 - Cash Bar/Social Hour 
6:15 - Buffet Dinner 
7:00 - Business Meeting 
7:15 - Presentation by Friends of Horn Pond
 
Ticket information and reservations for dinner are available at our website 
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Local Event: Friends of Lake Quannapowitt Annual Meeting

Friends of Lake Quannapowitt Annual Meeting

Wednesday May 29, 2024: You're invited to FOLQ's Annual Meeting &amp; Dinner
The Friends of Lake Quannapowitt invite all community members to...

Americal Civic Center 467 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880

Please join the WHRC for the Pride month&nbsp;flag raising and a short ceremony&nbsp;with speakers and music&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Americal Civic Center.&nbsp;

Local Event: Pride Flag Raising, Wakefield

Pride Flag Raising, Wakefield

Monday June 3, 2024: Please join the WHRC for the Pride month&nbsp;flag raising and a short ceremony&nbsp;with speakers and music&nbsp;at...

Lower Commons, near gazebo, Lake Quannapowitt

Refugee Immigration Ministry holds its annual Walk for Refugees on June 23 at 4 pm, rain or shine. We will cancel if thunder storm threat. We walk three miles around Lake Quannapowitt. See R.I.M. website for more information

Local Event: Walk for refugees

Walk for refugees

Sunday June 23, 2024: Refugee Immigration Ministry holds its annual Walk for Refugees on June 23 at 4 pm, rain or shine. We will cancel if...

In 1922,&nbsp;Wakefield’s FIRST 4th of July parade held. The precursor to the Chamber of Commerce thought the parade would be a good way to bring people into the town.&nbsp; Preparations for the 2024 Wakefield Independence Day Committee (WIDC) July 4th Parade are underway! Since the parade is not a municipal event, presenting it takes financial support from both individuals and the business community. Historically, businesses and organizations contribute approximately one-half of the parade’s $100,000 funding. 
Please reach out to WIDC Business Fundraising Chair Barbara Worley at <a href="mailto:16.bluebonnets@gmail.com">16.bluebonnets@gmail.com</a>
for sponsorship information. Thank you to our&nbsp;sponsors as of April 27, 2024.
Checks can be written and mailed to:
WIDC
PO Box 1746
Wakefield, 01880
Or donate online at <a href="https://www.julyparade.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0dk7XyaW9ydtk70vTCEnIpk4DMlojKKgyjZPtWxcB4fHz-NQ5OYoMHxZw_aem_AfjXNS1aj3NEYQzdnlvucbdhsnrWnRHvJmJMVf9sep-MMOxqh1_EE6aoLGM1IxlF6FMFeEeUccVqK0_sKZSmgfiy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.julyparade.org</a>

Local Event: Wakefield Independence Day 4th of July Parade

Wakefield Independence Day 4th of July Parade

Thursday July 4, 2024: In 1922,&nbsp;Wakefield’s FIRST 4th of July parade held.  The precursor to the Chamber of Commerce thought the parade...

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A dead whale was towed 50 miles offshore for a burial at sea. She came back. Authorities wonder how many times the cycle will repeat.

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Is The '5-Second Rule' A Real Thing?

Studies debunk the “rule,” attributed to Genghis Khan, that food is OK if quickly retrieved from the floor, but the science is nuanced.

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Memorial Day Weekend 2024: Events Around Wakefield

The upcoming Memorial Day parade in Wakefield pays tribute to military personnel who lost their lives in service to their country.

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Town Of Wakefield's Memorial Day Ceremony...

The keynote speaker at the ceremony will be Kristen F. Bauer, a former State Department diplomat. 

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BOSA Brings Coastal Italian Flair To The Banks...

BOSA, the latest restaurant from Lupoli Companies​, has opened on the first floor of The Heights building in downtown Haverhill.

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