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Back on the Responsible Employer Ordinance wagon?Councilors want city manager to reinstate Worcesters REO

June 7 - 13, 2012 Volume 37, Number 40WOO-TOWN INDE X WooTown Index: A list of

Worcesters ups and downs.

TRAGIC

An 18-month-old toddler drowns in Indian Lake T hursday morning after walking out of an apartments back door.

Another tragedy hits W orcester as Sean Cooney, a Worcester resident, court of cer in the Mass achusetts Trial Court system and part-time Rutland police of cer just a month away from completing his P O eld training, is beaten and killed while in Indianapolis to plan the funeral of a friend.

StART on the Street postpones because of weather concerns. Dont worry, itll be bac k out in force this upcoming Sunday, June 10.

MA Democratic Convention takes place in Springfield with relatively few Worcester-related storylines, though that didnt stop the Globe from continuing to hit the Worcester pol they love to hate: Lt. Gov. Tim Murray.

UPLIFTING

A third-grade reading program aimed at keeping youth reading at grade-level catches the attention of the All-America City Award, placing Worcester in the top third of contestant cities. The winners will be announced on July 2.

939 entrants nish the Worcester 5K, Worcester Half Marathon and W orcester Marathon on a course that winds through downtown Worcester and Holden, while the Grecian Festival wafts delicious smells over the neighborhoods around Elm Park and St. Spyridon Church.

At press time the Massac husetts School Building Authority will vote on whether Chandler Magnet Sc hool, the James A. Caradonio New Citizens Center, Jacob Hiatt Magnet Sc hool, Lake V iew School and May Street Sc hool will see signi cant repairs. Also on the doc ket: whether or not the M SBA will pitch in 80 percent cost coverage to build a brand new Nelson Place Elementary School.

Worcester police work with New Y ork Port Authority of cers and Southbridge PD to detain three believed to be involved in the brutal home invasion on Lovell Street that killed one man, sent two women to the hospital and was marked by the assailants leaving a three-month-old baby in a car seat in the middle of the road.

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Among all the optimism city of cials have foisted upon the massive CitySquare project, which is currently redesigning Worcesters downtown, one aspect of the construction phase continues to have city councilors looking for ways to maximize the projects impact on the local economy while city administration looks to avoid lawsuits.

Its frustrating to see all these out-of-state license plates, City Councilor George Russell vented at an economic and development standing committee meeting last Wednesday. Since CitySquare went to bid, the sentiment has been shared by a number of city councilors who believe that such a large construction project with state and local tax dollars making up a signi cant portion of its funding should have contractors looking for workers from the local population and who are representative of the citys diversity.

Its about sustainability, putting people on career tracks, explains City Councilor Rick Rushton, chair of the economic development committee.

Responsible Employer Ordinances (REO) have appeared in cities across the country, but at least in Massachusetts theyve been tough to defend in court. In February 2012, construction industry lobbying group Utility Contractors Association of New England (UCANE) won a lawsuit against the City of Fall River that rescinded their REO and took $150,000 in lawyer fees along with it.

After the victory, UCANE sent out notices to other nearby cities with REOs, putting them on notice. This included Worcester.

According to City Solicitor David Moore, Worcesters had its own ings with both REOs and UCANE. In the 1980s, Worcester mandated that 50

percent of workers on government-funded construction projects reside within the city, and an updated REO passed in 1994. But in 2003, UCANE sued Worcester over its residency requirement and won; and after UCANEs latest victory over Fall River, City Manager Michael OBrien suspended what was left of Worcesters 1994 REO, essentially eliminating the enforcement of apprenticeship training and mandated health-insurance coverage for workers.

All this history has Worcester treading carefully, with proponents like New England Regional Council of Carpenters business manager Jack Donanhue asking for a disparity study, which could show that cities with residency requirements have stronger local economies. According to Worcester Interfaith executive director Frank Kartheizer, presenting hard facts to a judge could help courts rule in favor of Worcester should this be reinstated.

The workforce working on a publicly funded construction job should look the like the city, Kartheizer says. We need to start looking at these publicly nanced construction projects not just as single-building projects. At the meeting, he described nding ways to turn economic development into community development.

But Moore says REOs without residency requirements tend to have caveats covered by state laws for contractors. For instance, Worcesters current REO has six parts. The residency requirement is suspended, leaving contractors mandated to pay prevailing wage, provide workers compensation, prevents contractors from misclassifying workers as independent contractors, asks for apprenticeship training and requires health-care coverage. (Regarding health-care coverage, the citys REO says employers have to actually provide coverage, rather than just paying extra to workers and having them go out and nd their own.) The state already mandates these stipulations, minus the residency portion.

UCANE isnt impressed. I cant even understand why they

would even consider doing it, says the groups executive director, Anne Klayman. To me it doesnt matter [if its public or private money]. This is America. People should be able to live and work where they want.

Despite the legal hurdles, Donahue said last week that the current local ordinance has served the city of Worcester extremely well and offered that other cities have very effectively navigated

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While city of cials, state politicians and business executives gathered around the former Worcester Galleria to watch City Manager Michael OBrien drop the veil over Front Streets new straight route, former Worcester mayor and current Lt. Gov. Tim Murray wanted it made clear that now was the time to promote Worcester the old-fashioned way: with personal visits and handshakes.

During a panel discussion at the Worcester Public Library before the Front Street ceremony, Murray noted a memorandum of understanding developing among Worcesters business

advocates like Destination Worcester, the Worcester Business Development Corporation and the Chamber of Commerce that are aiming to attract and retain companies in Worcester.

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I know, I know, I know that this will make a real difference, he added.

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The rst foreclosure has a really big impact, says Grace Ross, author of economic-crisis book Main Street Smarts and a housing activist with the Worcester Anti-Foreclosure Team and the Massachusetts Alliance Against Predatory Lending. At this point, the deeper issue is wherever they foreclose, it brings the value down around the foreclosure It really downward-spirals the whole neighborhood, she told Worcester Mag in January.

Theres little question that the foreclosure crisis has impacted Worcesters neighborhoods. In 2011, 472 foreclosure deeds were recorded at the registry of deeds for Worcester along with 1,196 complaints signaling the intent to foreclose.

And as Ross said, foreclosures rarely exist in a vacuum: surrounding homes feel the impact of their neighbors emptied of

residents. Its the after-effects that have convinced City Councilor George Russell that the city may need to re-examine who it banks with.

In comments aimed mostly at Bank of America but extendable to any foreclosing agency, Russell, whose District 3 has been especially hard-hit with foreclosures, says that by keeping titles in the name of previous owners already evicted, banks have been able to skip out on registering their foreclosed property with the City of Worcester.

The bottom line is they do the foreclosure, they throw the family out thats in there and leave it in the name of the old owner, says Russell, a real-estate agent by day. We see it at the closing table, he explains, which mucks up real estate transactions. Closing gets put off dramatically because they dont have the proper title.

In 2009, with the goal of limiting the amount of nancial resources expunged on foreclosed properties falling into disrepair while under bank ownership, the City of Worcester passed an ordinance requiring banks to notify the city whenever they foreclose and pony up a

$5,000 bond. The city takes a 10 percent administrative cut and uses the remainder to perform upkeep on the property. When the bank sells the property they receive the balance of their bond.

The City actually sued Bank of America in 2011 to jump start the bond collecting over a dispute over a property at 1 Blodgett Place. Since a Housing Court judge ruled the City could collect the $5,000, by February of this year, Worcester had collected more than $1.5 million from foreclosing agents.

By keeping titles in the name of former tenants, as Russell alleges, banks avoid paying the $5,000 bond and get out of routine maintenance. Russell tells a story of a former local homeowner who was foreclosed upon and evicted, but continued to receive notices from the city asking him to mow his lawn.

Bottom line, I want to make sure the people that were doing business with dont owe us money, Russell explains about his thoughts to have the city stop

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using Bank of America as a vendor and move its accounts into local banking institutions.

According to Amanda Wilson, the citys director of housing and health inspections, Bank of America owns 232 of 528 bank-registered and bonded properties in the city. (That doesnt include the number of buildings banks use for the operation of their company.)

That doesnt even count all the short sales, says Jen Solin of Community Realty, who says shes also dealt with Russells same frustrations.

Theres nothing in it for the neighborhood, she says of avoiding short sales or kicking homeowners out prematurely. She also provides an example of a bank losing money with these actions, explaining that its not even in the interest of nancial institutions to work the way they have been.

I think that would send a powerful message, she says of Russells plan to put investments into local banks.

Currently, Bank of America handles the citys payroll and accounts-payable checking accounts.

City Treasurer Mariann Castelli Hier says the relationship with Bank of

America is working well on the citys side, and Massachusetts General Laws limits the amount of money municipalities can invest with individual banks. Additionally, theres no rule requiring municipalities to bid out bank accounts.

The City has about $25 million invested with Bank of America in payroll accounts. That number can change dramatically throughout the year, though.

Its constantly uctuating everyday with the ebbs and ows of our business, Castelli Hier says.

There could also be some bene ts to doing business with banks that tailor accounting to municipalities. For instance, Castelli Hier says the Citys accounts with Bank of America are structured in a way that the interest the accounts earn covers transaction fees. A regional spokesperson for Bank of America chose not to comment on this story, or say whether this was an advantage the bank offers to governmental accounts.

For Russell, the options provided by whatever nancial institution does the Citys banking doesnt matter to him much.

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themselves around legal challenges. Two cities with residency requirements, Boston and San Francisco, were both mentioned. (Though Klayman says theyve been in discussion with Boston over their REO recently.)

Rushton said the council will give Moore more time to research other REOs and residency requirements, but the city council will likely vote on whether or not to begin enforcing the ordinance again sometime this month.

Dennis Berkey and City of Worcester Chief Economic Development Of cer Tim McGourthy could meet with robotics companies.

The common theme, he says, would be to identify growing companies that play to Worcesters strengths and encourage them to come to Worcester, especially in light of CitySquare, CSX and improved transportation between Worcester and Boston. (Murray maintains that 25 trains will go back and forth between Worcester and Boston by the end of the year, as promised.)

The request comes from what some thought was a missed opportunity last year. In September, drug company P zer announced it would sign a 10-year lease in a building that hadnt yet been constructed in Cambridge, Mass. P zers intent to expand in Massachusetts was well known months before city councilor Rick Rushton expressed interest in recruiting the company to look at Worcester the previous June.

Murray called the P zer decision exhibit A in why youve got to do this. Youve got to let them know theres an alternative to Boston.

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Worcester Mayor Joe Petty announced another prong to the business retention and attraction strategy: a series of City Council Economic and Development hearings in each of the citys ve districts that would ask residents for suggestions and ideas on the next phase of these projects, ways to improve business recruitment and retention strategies and supporting woman- and minority-owned businesses. These meetings are slated to begin in June.

The CitySquare project is not the beginning of an end, its the beginning of the next phase of Worcesters history, Petty wrote in a statement. I am excited to engage the residents and businesses of Worcester in this conversation, and I encourage all to attend.

How do we market whats coming in? Murray asks, rephrasing the questions. As for CitySquare, hes unconcerned that so far only two companies Unum and St. Vincent Hospital have committed to space in the development zone.

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THEATRE DISCREPANCY: How does the Palladiums assessment compare to the citys two other theaters, the ritzy Hanover and the biohazardous Paris Cinema? In 2011, the Paris had an assessed value of $576,000 which jumped to $2.1 million this year, despite the buildings vacancy since 2006. As for the Hanover, its assessment has held steady at $534,600 since 2008. Though the Hanover is a nonpro t and therefore not taxable, city assessor Bill Ford says the assessment for the theater is lower than the Palladium and the Paris because of its Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) deal, which literally overrides the assessed value of the building. (Without the TIF, the Hanover is worth $4.15 million.) Not so coincidentally, former city treasurer Tim Cronin, speaking to the city council on May 22 during their tax classi cation hearing, called the maneuver of not taking full assessed values of TIFd properties (or any properties for that matter) into account illegal when setting the tax rate. According to him, any new growth not identi ed in the total assessed values unfairly falls on other

taxpayers to cover with their taxes. Ford suggested that state laws around assessment practices and TIFs contradict themselves, each offering differing ways to factor the values of TIFd properties into nal budgets. As for the surprising correspondence between the Paris Cinema and the Palladium in terms of assessed value, Ford noted that the Paris additional 10,000-square footage and mix of residential and commercial space was enough to off-set the condition discrepancies.

REPORT CARD DAY: It was not much of a surprise that City Manager Michael OBrien received another round of favorable reviews from the city council this week, rating him an average of 4.56 on a scale of 1 to 5. A number of councilors pointed to OBriens handling of the citys nances particularly improvements to Worcesters bond ratings signi cant steps forward in the development of the CitySquare parcel and the effectiveness of his departments and employees. Ask yourself, if you were the mayor of Providence or Spring eld would you like to trade places[with Worcester]? Bill Eddy asked.The answer is an unquali ed yes. Sarai Rivera, among others, noted his propensity to nd revenue and balance budgets. Hes been challenged to think outsidethe box...hes met the challenge. Though after a year with some turbulence over personnel clashes, assessment questions and continued prodding for more minority hires, a few councilors noted that any real criticisms or important topics should be reserved for executive session rather than out in the open despite the charters requirement that the Managers evaluation be public. Thats where the charter fails us, Mike Germain suggested.

ELM PARK QUESTIONS: As the Parks Commission voted in favor of proposed renovations to Elm Park brought forward by city administration last month, they also asked that city of cials sit down with members of the mayors Elm Park task force. Our concern is maintaining the historic character of the park, says task force member and Preservation Worcester executive director Deb Packard. That has to be balanced against the maintenance of the park. Parks and Recreation commission member Paul Gunnerson said that the meeting approved a project in concept with allowances for adjustments, and noted further discussions between task force members and city planners. We kind of built that into our vote, he adds. Im hopeful to sit down and work this out, Packard said. Issues over the accessibility of the meeting bled over to city council on Tuesday night, as petitioner Jo Hart noted the meeting that unveiled the plans wasnt held at a location accessible by public transportation and asked that the Parks Departments PowerPoint be shown at City Hall in a televised public meeting. The council sent that request to the Youth, Parks and Recreation committee. Parks Commissioner Rob Antonelli did not respond to requests for the park plan or for comment.

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{ worcesteria }PANDAMONIUM AT THE PALLADIUM: Word spread to the Worcester Mag of ce pretty quickly on Tuesday that the owners of the Palladium were ling or at least threatening to le paperwork for the demolition of the music hot spot and regional Juggalo headquarters in order to create more parking for the courthouse across the street. Worcester attorney and Palladium owner John Fischer, when asked to comment on the rumors, said he hadnt made a decision yet but added, It has a lot to do with taxes. Like a number of the citys commercial property owners, the Palladium has seen a huge spike in its scal year 2012 assessment and subsequent tax bill, jumping from an assessed value of $689,000 in 2011 to $2.27 million this year. Were still debating what were going to do, Fischer lamented. Well know by August 1.

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Taxing what hurts usDear Editor,

New York City Mayor Bloomberg,s decision to ban supersized sugary sodas has resurrected the age-old debate over the role of the state in protecting the public health. In recent years, this debate involved bicycle helmets, car seat belts, tobacco, trans fats, saturated fats in meat and dairy products, and sugar (or more aptly, high-fructose corn syrup). Public subsidies for tobacco, meat and dairy, and corn production added fuel to the debate.

I would argue that society has a right to regulate activities that impose a heavy burden on the public treasury. National medical costs of dealing with our obesity epidemic, associated with consumption of meat, dairy, and sugars, are estimated at $190 billion. Eliminating subsidies for these products, as well as judicious taxation to reduce their use and recoup public costs should be supported by health advocates and scal conservatives alike.

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A ll work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, as the saying goes. Summer is the perfect time to squeeze in some playtime and take a break from the everyday grind. With all the local entertainment that is out there, playing hooky is easy and fun.

Moore State Park 1 Sawmill Rd., Paxton. Moore State Park is not just your average park. Just outside of Worcester, this park features covered bridges, a beautiful pond, a waterfall, and an old mill building. This Waldenesque retreat is the perfect place to get a little peace and quiet with your loved one. Take a picnic and enjoy spending a day walking the trails and enjoying the views. 508-792-3969.

Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. Thinking of taking Friday off and starting your weekend early? Try kicking off your weekend in style by taking in a show at the Hanover Theatre. The Hanover features every kind of show you could want: local beauty pageants, stand-up comedy shows, musicals, dance troupes, and more. Coming attractions include Blue Man Group and the Miss Massachusetts Pageant 2012. 508-831-0800.

Crystal Caves 790 Southbridge St., Auburn. Crystal Caves is a great place for families to hit up on the weekdays. Crystal Caves features mini-golf, batting cages, and more. The mini golfing is excellent for both

kids and parents. Going during the normal work day makes the experience even more enjoyable because you and your family will not be rushed along by others who are behind you while putting around the course. 508-832-0797.

Worcester Public Library 3 Salem Sq., Worcester. The Public Library is the perfect place to stop by on your day off and pick up something to read on the

beach. Whether you love kids or hate kids, the library has something for everyone. You can choose to go wander the stacks

and pick up some good reads or perhaps take your kids to one of their many

events they hold. 508-799-1655.Southwicks Zoo 2 Southwick St.,

Mendon. Southwicks is the most local zoo to Worcester and an excellent day trip for any family. About a 35 minute drive from Worcester, the zoo has a menagerie of animals, from monkeys to giraffes. Bring a bit of extra cash to buy a bag of feed when you walk through the Deer forest so you can get up close

to the Eurasian deer. 800-258-9182.Davis Farmland and Mega Maze 145

Redstone Hill, Sterling. Davis Farmland is a paradise for young children. From a large petting zoo to a fun water park

perfect for children from toddlers to tweens, this farm has a bit of something for everyone. If you visit later in the summer, go get lost in their Mega Maze, a challenge for even the best puzzle master in your family. 978-422-6666.

Worcester Tornados Fitton Field, Worcester. Check out Worcesters own baseball team at a Tornadoes game. The games are affordable and fun on any day of the week. Bring some peanuts and cracker jacks and take in a game with your favorite sports nut. 508-792-2288.

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Summer might mean baseball for some people, warm weather or beach season for others, but for me, summer means another excuse to indulge in some ice creamand really who needs an excuse to eat ice cream?! These places will help you cool off on a hot day in the yummiest way I know.

Meolas Wayside Ice Cream 165 West Boylston St., West Boylston. It is no wonder Meolas won The Best of Worcester Readers Poll. This yellow-and-green ice-cream shop just before the West Boylston Wal-Mart features a wide variety of ice cream flavors and even some soft serve. Try your favorite flavor in a Hot n Sticky Sundaewith hot fudge and marshmallow topping. Mmm! 508-835-9747

Pinecroft Dairy 555 Prospect St., West Boylston. Pinecroft Dairy has been a long-time favorite in Worcester county and has loads of ice cream flavors to choose from. Pinecroft Dairy is attached to the family restaurant, but with Ice cream this good, you may as well eat dessert first. 508-853-0717

Kimballs Farm 400 Littleton Rd. (Rt. 110), Westford and 1543 Lunenburg Rd. (Rt. 70), Lancaster. Kimballs is worth the drive. The ice cream is top-notch, and the entertainment is even better. In Westford, try your hand at bumper boats. In Lancaster, join them for Friday-night Cruise Nights and admire some classic cars while you chow down on your tasty treat. 978-534-9800 (Westford), 978-486-3891 (Lancaster)

Coldstone Creamery The Shoppes at Millbury Plaza, Millbury. If you are an ice-cream-toppings person, Coldstone is the place for you! Servers mix in all the add-ins you want to a base flavor of your choosing. And if you are overwhelmed by all the choices? Not to worry! Choose one of the creamerys thought-up creations. Whatever you get, go for the Love It size because

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YoWay 395B Park Ave., Worcester. Love ice cream but not the empty calories? Try YoWay, a self-serve frozenyogurt shop. The soft-serve fro-yo flavors change weeklywith everything from Egg Nog to White ChocolateMacadamia Nut to Red Velvet. The funky green and pinkdcor makes going and picking your toppings fun. If

you are looking for something different, try adding poppin boba to your fro-yo. 508-459-0611

WooBerry 141 Highland St., Worcester. Worcesters first and favorite fro-yo place isworth checking out even if you arent being

health-conscious. Servers let you pick your flavorsand your toppings. With all the possible combinations, youll never have to have the same thing twice. www.wooberry.com.

Kays Dairy Bar 196 State Rd. West, Westminster.Soft-server lovers have to try Kays. Located in Westminster, Kays does great fried seafood and even better soft-serve. With about 10 soft-serve flavors (plus the creative twist versions) and hard ice cream, you wontbe disappointed. When you can pile on the toppings to the sky, you can indulge that sweet tooth. 987-632-7191

Gibbys Ice Cream 50 Sunderland Rd., Worcester. Gibbys is your classic ice-cream place. The little shop on Sunderland Street has a ton of flavors and even some goodsavory options. Great portions for cheap prices, but know that they only take cash. 508-753-1095

Sw irls and Scoops 68 Worcester St, North Grafton.The lines are always long at Swirls and Scoops, but it is worth the wait. With both soft-serve and regular icecream, Swirls and Scoops lives ups to its name. Try their brownie sundae for an extra treat. 508-839-9036

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Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School, 65 Pleasant St., Upton. 5 p.m. Rain date: June 24. 508-529-9845, uptonmensclub.org.

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Concert, Parade and Grand Fireworks Display. Gloucester. Starts at 5 p.m. capeannvacations.com.

Fireworks. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard. 5 p.m. Live music, food and fireworks. Picnic onsite or buy drinks and food. Rain date: July 6. Admission may be charged per car. fruitlands.org.

Milford July 4th Fireworks. Rain date: July 5. milford.ma.us.

The Fireworks at Memorial Park, Needham. Food, pony rides, face painting and other family entertainment followed by Fireworks. needhamexchangeclub.org.

Rutland Fireworks. 9:30 p.m. rutlandma-4thofjuly.org

Annual Weymouth Fourth of July. George Lane Beach in North Weymouth. 9:30 p.m. Musical groups, food and novelty vendors and moon walk structures, fireworks. Details: 781-340-2133.

City of Worcester Independence Day Celebration. Cristoforo Columbo Park, Worcester. Park opens: 6 p.m.; Concert: 8 p.m. ; Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Rain date: July 5. worcestermass.org.

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Park, Acton. 3 7 p.m. Famliy friendly activities. FREE concert featuring Rolling Stones Tribute Band. Fireworks 9:30. acton-ma.gov.

Fireworks. Woodsom Farm, Lions Mouth Rd., Amesbury. $3 - $2 chargefor parking. amesburydays.org.

Boston Pops Fireworks. Charles River, between the Longfellow andMass Ave Bridges, Boston. 10:30 p.m.


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Longsjo Bike Race & Health and Wellness FairDowntown Leominster ~ June 28 starting at 5 pm

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Fruitlands Museum 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard. Tradition, history and the beautiful landscape of New England comes to mind when visiting Fruitlands. Discover your heritage in the stories of the Alcotts, colonial farmers, Shakers, artists and Native Americans. With four galleries, a charming store and restaurant, and summer concerts, this is a special place to enjoy a summer day. Picnic lunches encouraged. 978-456-3924, fruitlands.org

Rollstone Studios 633 Main St., Fitchburg. An extraordinary photo exhibit by Charles Sternaimolo called An All American City: Fitchburg Then and Now will be on display now through July 15. A Fitchburg photographer, Charles passion for Fitchburgs architecture is apparent in his amazing juxtaposition of vintage photos next to the modern site of the same building. Well-known for his work of a visual comparison of Edward Hoppers painted locations, this latest project will highlight some of Fitchburgs most beautiful architecture. Rollstoneartists.com

Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Dr., Boylston. Soak in the sunshine while taking guided tours and walks through Tower Hill Botanic Gardens each Sunday, from 2 until 3p.m. Enjoy the sights and smells of summer annuals, vegetable gardens,

flowering trees and shrubs, and more. 508-869-6111, visit towerhillbg.org

Coggshall Park, off Electric Ave., Fitchburg. Music is in the air with Sunday afternoon concerts held June 21 through Sept. 9 from 2 to 4p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music from the stone bandstand on the shore of Mirror Lake.

Sholan Farms 1125 Pleasant St., Leominster. The view is beautiful up at Sholan Farms, and while you are there, enjoy the last working apple orchard in Leominster and the birthplace of Johnny Appleseed. The farm offers walking trails, bird watching, a picnic area and during the last Sunday of the month (July through October) the community is invited to go back into time with a classic auto show. Sholan Farms and the Mid-State Antique Auto Club welcome owners of classic and antique vehicles to participate. 978-840-3276, sholanfarms.com

Disc Golf Courses Coggshall Park, 798 South St., Fitchburg; Devens Disc Golf Course, 80 Antietam St., Ayer; Goodnow Park, 20 Hubbardston Rd., Princeton. An up-and-coming popular way to get outdoors and get some recreational activity. Disc golf takes you through beautiful forests, open meadows, waterways.

Drawbridge Puppet Theater 1335 Massachusetts Ave., Lunenburg. Puppet shows are held each Saturday from 11a.m. until 1 p.m. Enjoy the show with marionette puppets, a short intermission, a demonstration on some of the puppets used in the production and how children can make their own shadow puppets at home using recycled materials. For all ages. $5. 978-582-6565,

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Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg, 978-345-4207, fitchburgartmuseum.org. A world-class family-friendly museum with a permanent collection spanning 5,000 years. The museums four building complex features over 20,000 square feet of gallery and educational workshop space and includes the historic Cross Barn built in 1883, and the impressive Simonds building completed in 1989. Visitors can experience masterpieces in 12 beautifully designed galleries that feature American, European, African,

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Worcester isnt Cape Cod, but that doesnt mean its short of things to do in the summer. The city doesnt just sit idly as people cross over the canal. Worcester comes to life on the weekends. It has museums, parks and a pop-up breakfast spot. Dont believe us? Check out a few weekend filling ideas below. Woodaddy WafflesMoynihans Bar897 Main St.774-312-6966woodaddywaffles.com

Start off a day in the city with a pop-up brunch in a bar. WooDaddy Waffles, located in Main South, is dedicated to serving delicious food and to embodying a new form of business and living. The pop-brunch establishment is working toward building third spaces that create community, build relationships and foster interdependencies in postindustrial urban spaces. On top of the delicious waffle offerings, you can also order drinks from the bar.Higgins Armory100 Barber Ave.508-853-6015higgins.org

A collection of 4,000 pieces of arms and armor from medieval and Renaissance Europe,

Ancient Greece and Rome, Africa, the Middle East, India and Japan are housed in this art-deco building. The Higgins is a hidden gem in that it

hosts close to 58,000 visitors every year. Two-dozen full suits of battle armor, jousting and courtly ceremony, in addition to swords, staff weapons, firearms and artwork are on display in the museum.

Worcester Art Museum55 Salisbury St.508-799-4406

worcesterart.orgThe Worcester Art Museum has a

35,000-piece collection that spans over 50 centuries. The museum was founded in 1896 by Stephen Salisbury III and 50 prominent citizens of Worcester and opened to the public in 1898. The museum was one of the first to display photography as fine art (1904); one of the first in America to purchase work by Claude Monet (1910) and one of the first to bring a medieval building

to America. What makes it a perfect weekend getaway this summer is the free admission on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. The Ecotarium222 Harrington Way

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housed in the Ecotarium. The new The Arctic

Next Door: Mount Washington opened in the upper-level of the museum last year and is focused on giving people an interactive exhibit experience based on New England weather and geology. The Ecotariums diverse exhibits are ever-expanding. The family-friendly museum is an indoor-outdoor museum that also has plenty of nature trails for people to explore if theyre tired of being pent up inside all day. Regional Environmental Council Farmers MarketYMCA Family Park: 104 Murray Ave. Worcesterrecworcester.org

Farm fresh fruits and vegetables are a summer must, and theres no better place to pick them up than at the RECs Farmers Market. The markets will have live music and activities for children in addition to the sale of food. Markets run June 16-October 27, 2012; Saturdays: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary414 Massasoit Rd.508-753-6087massaudubon.org, [email protected]

There are hundreds of acres of woods, streams and marshes that are hidden from plain view at the Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary. With signs and kiosks to guide hikers along the trails and numerous types of animals and plant life, this sanctuary provides an escape for someone looking for an outdoor adventure and time away from city-living. Nature Center open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trails open every day, dawn to dusk.


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For many folks in the area, Wachusett is synonymous with winter skiing. But youll be surprised at what youll find in this beautiful area during the summer months. Whether youre up for a road trip or live just around the bend, take a look at the handful of hot summer ideas we dug up for you

Rietta Ranch Flea Market 183 Gardner Rd., Hubbardston. A fun family experience whether you are setting up a table as a vendor, or browsing the hundreds of vendors for that special deal. Rietta Flea Market has been one of the largest and most popular flea markets in the northeastern United States. The market is open Sundays only now through October (weather permitting) beginning at 6a.m. and occupies acres and acres with a capacity for more than 650 vendors and parking for thousands of cars. Sometimes Rietta Flea Market is affectionately referred to as Rietta Ranch. Admission and parking are always free. Vendor spaces are $25. 978-632-0559, visit riettafleamarket.com.

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area and State Reservation, Mountain Road, Princeton. If you think Wachusett Mountain is a place to only enjoy during the winter months, think again. Rising above the surrounding forest to a height of 2,006 feet, Mount Wachusett is a unique landmark amid our horizon. From the summit on a crisp summer day, visitors can enjoy views of Mt. Monadnock in New Hampshire, the Berkshires to the west, and the Boston skyline to the east.

The 3,000-acre Wachusett Mountain State Reservation surrounds the summit and offers a natural and recreational resources forests, alpine meadows, ponds, streams, fields and even a perched bog. Visitors to the reservations can also enjoy hiking, nature study, hawk watching and picnicking. The reservation offers 17 miles of hiking and walking trails, including 3.9 miles of the Midstate Trail, which runs from Ashburnham to the Rhode Island border. A warm summer day, looking from the summit to the valleys below priceless. 978-464-5101, visit wachusett.com.

Hartmans Herb Farm 1026 Old Dana Rd., Barre. Visit this lovely farm, where you are sure to find a variety of flowers and herbs of all types. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the summer months, guests are invited to enjoy a quiet weekend at the bed and breakfast located in the antique country home. A post-and-beam dining room is also available for a quaint dinner. Hiking and biking trails are nearby. 978-355-2015, visit harmansherbfarm.com.

Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary 113 Goodnow Rd., Princeton. Explore nature at its finest at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary. Wachusett Meadow offers unique activities throughout the summer months. High-school-

age artists are invited to an art contest andexhibit, highlighting the natural beauty of Central Massachusetts; rent a canoe and watch beaversand birds while experiencing the tranquility on the pond; walk along miles of scenic trails and enjoy the summer air and splendor; bird watching, volunteering opportunities, and day camps. 978-464-2712, visit [email protected].

Leominster State Forest (headquarters) 90Fitchburg Rd., Route 31, Westminster.

Leominster State Forest is a 4,300-acre parcelof forested land, located in the five towns of Westminster, Princeton, Leominster, Fitchburg andSterling in North Central Massachusetts. Visitors

can enjoy recreational fun, ranging from swimming to mountain biking. The

swimming beach at Crow Hill Pondis located next to two beautiful picnic areas that also provide picnic tables, grills and a modern bathhouse. Nature lovers will enjoy the many hiking

trails, the prolific mountain laurelbloom in late June, early July,

and the opportunity tosee a variety of wildlife.

Unfortunately, thereis no camping atLeominster StateForest. State operated

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State Forest, Pearl Hill, Lake Dennison and Otter River State

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Youve checked the weather, and it looks like it is going to be a stellar summer day. The lunches are packed; the kids are up and dressed; you open the door and are greeted by a sudden downpour. But dont let unscheduled summer showers ruin your day of fun. Try some of these local activities and bring some brightness to your rainy day.

Elm Draught House Cinema, 35 Elm Court, Millbury. This one-theater cinema has an old-fashioned appeal with a charming price to match. Catch a second-run movie for $5 (for real), stretch your legs, and sit around a table where you can enjoy burgers or pizza with a pitcher of beer. They also have the best popcorn on the planet. 508-865-2850.

Monster Mini-Golf, 37 Sutton Rd., Webster. Monster Mini-Golf takes the art of putting a ball through a bizarre obstacle course to a whole new, awesome level. The glow-in-the-dark, 18-hole adventure features animated monsters and props and creepy challenges as well as an in-house DJ. Tuesdays are couples days; golf a round for $10 with your special someone if you print off the coupon. $7.50 adult; $6.50 children 11 and under. 508-949-0334, monsterminigolf.com.

Central Rock Gym, 299 Barber St., Worcester. Take your rainy summer days to new heights on the extensive rock walls at Central Rock Gym. With more than 14,000 square feet of climbing area, a separate area for beginners and a wall just for kids, both the novice and the climbing fanatic will find something to enjoy. The professional staff can teach you all you need to know. Make a whole night of it on Friday family nights, where parents climb for $9 and children younger than 18 can climb for $7. Adult day pass $14; student/senior (with ID) $12; bouldering only $10. Special deals for 10-visit punch passes. Rental equipment package is $6. 508-852-7625, centralrockgym.com.

Sweet, 305 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. Too cool for ice cream but still craving something sweet? This dessert bar specializes in cocktails and cupcakes, but also has a savory menu with delicious bar snacks. The best spot for couples looking for some food-related fun on an intemperate summer evening. (Closed Sundays and Mondays for private functions.) 508-373-2248, sweetworcester.com.

Tatnuck Bead Company, 1099 Pleasant St.,

Worcester; 57 East Main St., Worcester. Brighten up a rainy day by making beautiful jewelry. Tatnuck Bead Company has a huge selection of beads and tools and offers drop-in beading sessions. Workshops include everything from introductory beading to macram basics as well as Pizza and Beads for the kids every Friday. Prices vary depending on project and workshop. 508-754-0999, tatnuckbead.com.

West Boylston Cinema, 101 W. Boylston Street, Route 12 (Wal-Mart Plaza). See a movie guilt-free at West Boylston Cinema where the admission scrapes the bottom of the popcorn bucket. The cinema shows second-run shows, and with 10 theaters, there is always an ample selection. Adults $5; Children 12 and under $3.50; Bargain Tuesdays 3.00 (except first-run shows). 508-835-8888, westboysltoncinema.com.

Museum of Russian Icons, 203 Union St., Clinton. Looking for a cultural fix? This museum founded in 2006 houses the largest collection of Russian iconography. Enjoy more than 500 collected pieces from over six centuries and end your trip with a stop in its Russian Tea Room for some authentic Russian tea, coffee and snacks. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and Saturdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $7 adults, $5 seniors ages 59 and older; $2 for students with ID and children ages 3-17, free for children younger than 3. 978-598-5000, museumofrussianicons.org.

Putnam Street Lanes, 14 Putnam St., Fitchburg. Kids bowl free! Spare the kids from boredom with the ultimate rainy-day antidote: bowling. Kids age 15 and younger can bowl two free games EVERY day this summer at 18 locations in Massachusetts. Register for passes online and receive an e-mail with the coupons every Sunday until August 30. 508-754-7050,

Kidsbowlfree.com.Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St.,

Worcester. Museum admission is free for kids age 17 and younger and free for all on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m.-noon. Stay cool while enjoying the museums permanent exhibits as well as new ones like Interstellar by Carrie Moyer and the photography of Ron Rosenstock, Hymn

to Earth, on exhibit this summer. Proof that culture can come cheap. 508.799.4406,

worcesterart.org.Higgins Armory, 100 Barber

Ave., Worcester. Siege the day! The Higgins Armory features centuries-worth of swords, flails, armor,

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students and seniors, $7 for youth ages 4-16, free for children younger than 3. 508-853-6015, higgins.org

LazerZone, 416 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough. Laser tag is not just for kids anymore! Round

up some friends and go on a space mission at LazerZone. $13 sends you off on a Nova Mission (two 10-minute games), while the $20 SuperNova Mission will send you and your team off on four missions. Perfect for all ages, LazerZone also offers Karaoke and an Arcade & Prize Center. Group prices available upon request. $5 Nova Missions on Thursdays with College I.D. 508-303-9900, lazerzone.net.

Mass Central Rail Trail, May Street, West Boylston. Still raining and youve run out of indoor activities? Pack your rain boots and umbrellas, and enjoy an easy, quiet walk while everyone else hides from the rain. Recapture your childhood and even stomp in some puddles. Its just water; you wont melt! 413-575-2277, masscentralrailtrail.org.

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A Worcester favorite, Armsby Abbey widens its capacity in spring and summer with sidewalk seating at its downtown location. Best known for its artisan beers and gourmet cuisine, the Abbey .is the place for anyone looking for local and fresh food paired with perfect drinks.

Vincents49 Suffolk St., Worcester752-9439myspace.com/vincentsbar

Vincents is a simple bar from a better time. Its a dive bar with plenty of live music, delicious food there are no menus, except the one on the wall and a covered patio in the back. This dimly lit hideaway is a perfect place to spend a few hours enjoying company and the weather.

Baba Sushi309 Park Ave., Worcester508-752-8822babasushi.com

Winner of multiple awards for its first-rate Japanese cuisine and sushi, Baba is the place to go for something special. The small outdoor patio lets diners enjoy fresh food in a classy urban setting.

Urban Smokestack90 Harding St., Worcester508-363-1111bbqstack.com

Smoked meats and a good beer selection makes Urban Smokestack the perfect kind of summer place. Sit outside and enjoy live music and free bacon on Thursdays, a buffet on Sunday or just go and enjoy the artistry that is barbeque with friends and family.

BTs Smokehouse392 Main St., Sturbridge508-347-3188btssmokehouse.com

What doesnt say spring, summer or fall like real BBQ? Best known for catering to the massive Brimfield Fair, the new location offers indoor and outdoor seating for anyone who loves proper smoked meat and summer-barbeque foods.

Point Breeze Restaurant114 Point Breeze St., Webster508-943-0404pointbreezeonwebsterlake.com

Located right on an mini peninsula on Webster Lake, Point Breeze offers American and seafood cuisine with deck seating on two sides of the restaurant. Its family friendly, but also a great place for private functions.

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This is a kind of two-for-one deal here with West Side BBQ and Espress Yourself Coffee located right next to each other with their outdoor eating spaces kind of melding together. Enjoy good homemade BBQ and put your own beer on ice at West Side, which is BYOB, or have a cup of coffee or espresso and talk the night away at Espress Yourself.

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WORCESTERMAG.COMimmediately following the Boston Pops Concert - ends at about 11 p.m. july4th.org.

Independence Day Celebration in Chatham. Main Street. 9 a.m.. A bigger than ever parade with more marching bands, more floats, and a special Grand Marshall. chatham300.com

Fourth of July Fireworks in Falmouth, Falmouth Heights Beac. 8:45 p.m.. Spectators are asked to bring a radio and to set it to 92.7,WMVY, in order to hear the music that accompanies the show. capecodchamber.org.

July 4th Bike and Carriage Parade. Falmouth. Children and families dress in creative Uncle Sam costumes. Beginning at the Village Green at 10 a.m. they parade down Main Street to Margaret E. Noonan Park where a patriotic sing along will take place. capecodchamber.org.

Hyannis Main Street Parade & Fireworks. Parade followed by fireworks at dusk. hyannis.com.

Natick 4th. Kiwanis Pancake

Breakfast at S. Pauls, 7 a.m. - 12 noon. Parade at 9 a.m. natick4th.org.

Fourth of July Fireworks. Nantucket Island. nantucketchamber.org.

July 4th Grand Parade. Needham. Parade, food, a flea market, an old-fashioned baseball game, childrens games and much more. needhamexchangeclub.org.

Newton Community Pride. Kids Morning at the Newton Centre Playground at Tyler Terrace for ages 3- 12, 10 a.m. - Noon. Foot races, pet

and teddy bear parade, decorated doll carriage promenade. Open Air Marketand Amusement Rides at the RussellJ. Halloran Field & Sports Complex,Albemarle Rd. off Watertown St., Rt. 16,11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Music and Dancing, 6p.m.; Fireworks, 9 p.m. 617-796-1903, newtoncommunitypride.org.

Orleans 4th of July Parade. EldredgePark Way, 10 a.m. Rain or shine.capecodchamber.org.

Provincetown Fourth of July parade. Begins at 11 am at the Harbor Hotel and proceeds along Commercial Street until Franklin Street. 508-487-7097.

Plymouths Fourth of July Festivities. 9:30 a.m. Parade; 7:30 p.m. WaterfrontConcert; 9:15 p.m. Fireworks. 508-747-7174, seeplymouth.org.

Salem Celebrates the 4th. DerbyWharf, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem. 4 p.m. Kids activities; 7p.m. Pop Concert; 9:15 p.m. Fireworks launched over Salem Harbor. salem.org.

Sudbury Chamber of Commerce July 4th Parade. 1 p.m. Rain or shine.sudbury.org.

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Please visit baystateparent.com and check the editors blog as well as our online calendar for the latest in July 4thlistings. Have a safe and happy Red, White and Blue!

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Our pets are equally important this summer; they get just as bored as we do sitting inside all day. Take the beautiful weather as an opportunity for some outdoor bonding with your furry family member.

Check out the Boynton Dog Park. It will keep both you and your four-legged companion preoccupied all day. The huge field here means plenty of space for dogs of all sizes. Your pup can join the crowd for a run around the field, or just lay back, relax and enjoy the sun. yelp.com/biz/boynton-park-doggy-park-worcesterMower Street, Worcester

Dogs need friendship just as we do, we cant always give them exactly what they need! Find a Dog Play Group con-venient for your schedule and close to home. Some groups meet sparingly, but theres always a chance to plan individ-ual play dates with your dogs closest friend. For those looking, maybe youll

find another single man or woman whose dog just happens to get along

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Help your pet look its best this summer! Check out these grooming places and decide which is the best fit is for you and your pet.

Dirty Dawg SalonServices offered: full grooming

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DogDays Pet Grooming Services offered: brushing,

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The Blackstone River Bikeway is a dog-friendly bike path. Its still being developed, but there are currently over 10 miles of completed trail for use. It will eventually span a whopping 48 miles from Worcester to Providence. Its probably not best to take your dog that length, but a shorter trip is fun and healthy for both you and your companion. Always remember to keep your dog on a leash and clean up after them. blackstoneriverbikeway.com/index.htmlWorcester SquareWorcester, MA 01601401-762-0250

Mark your calendars early for the Pet Rock Festival on Sept. 9. The festival is an all-day event full of music, contests, raffles and performances. Pet Rocks mission was sparked due to an episode of animal cruelty that founder Charlene Arsenault could not ignore. While the festival is one a one-day event, it has a year-round

goal of educating people about the importance of treating animals with the same respect we give humans. petrockfest.orgFestival Location: Quinsigamond Community College670 W Boylston St, Worcester, MA 01606508-853-2300

For us humans, summer equals vacation, but not all travel destinations are pet friendly. We dont all have a friendly neighbor or family member that can take in Rufus or Mr. Cuddles for us. Dogma, a care center located in Millbury, will help you out in a furry situation. This will be like a vacation for your cat or dog as well. With a fenced in two-acre yard, in-ground swimming pool, baby pools and ball-throwing, your dog will have more fun than he knows that to do with. They offer grooming services as well. dogmadoggy.com154 Riverlin St.Millbury, MA 01527508-865-8155

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Lets face it, summer is great, but sometimes we run out of things to do with the kids

especially the older ones. There are only so many beach and pool trips you can make before your tweens are itching for a different activity. The following places are available all summer, so be sure to spread them out so your children have lots to look forward to.

Registration for the Central Rock Gym summer camp for children at least six years of age is still open. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Monday through Friday, your kids will learn the basics of rock climbing, including safety and technique, while also stretching and doing simple exercises. If this isnt something your child wants to do the entire summer, they have cheap day passes as well, with discounted prices for students and seniors. They also have specials each day of the week

Wednesday is high school day, just make sure to bring a valid ID or last report card.

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A day trip to Leominster State Forest has numerous

opportunities packed into one little 4,300 acre bundle. Its 95-mile long Midstate Trail is perfect

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