Salisbury Rail Trail Connector Opening----Friday, May 17th, 2013 at 2:00 PM

PUBLIC INVITATION

You are cordially invited

Celebrate the Salisbury Rail Trail Connector Opening

WHO: Frank DePaola, Highway Administrator for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation  

State Representative Michael A. Costello

State Senator Kathleen O’Connor Ives

Salisbury Town Manager Neil Harrington

Salisbury Board of Selectmen

Salisbury Rail Trail Committee

WHAT: Salisbury Rail Trail Connector Opening

WHERE: At the Gillis Bridge behind Stripers Restaurant, 175 Bridge Road, Salisbury, MA

WHEN: Friday, May 17^th, 2013 at 2:00 PM

“The rail trail connector creates a safe method for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross Route 1 and connect to the rest of the Coastal Trails Network. This was a matter of public safety, but the new route also has spectacular vistas along the Merrimack River,” Representative Costello said. “I want to thank the Department of Transportation’s Design Team and Highway Administrator Frank Depaola for his leadership on the project.”

For further information contact Representative Costello’s Office: 617-722-2220

Plastic Bags

I was somewhat skeptical of the need for any municipal regulation of plastic bagging....until last weekend's Spring Clean sponsored by the Parks Commission.  I pulled out a lot of plastic bag remnants from the shoreline along the Merrimack in the Joppa area, along with about 125 of those little plastic discs from the Hookset sewer plant.

This website gives a lot of information about the plastic bag issue:

http://plasticbaglaws.org/

NHS students will be conducting a community presentation on the plight of plastic bags in our environment by presenting to the community the movie, “Bag It.” on 22 May 2013.

Community Showing of "Bag It" 
Wednesday, May 22nd at 7 PM

An informative, inspiring and often funny documentary about plastic pollution, ‘Bag It’ tells the story of the real effects of plastics on the natural environment and human health. This public showing is a part of an ongoing effort to work toward reducing single-use plastic bags in Newburyport. Co-sponsored by Citizens for Sustainable Bagging, Newburyport High School Environmental Club, The Gulf of Maine Institute and Transition Newburyport, the screening will be at Newburyport High School.

 

Look for the Citizens for Sustainable Bagging–Newburyport, MA Facebook page or call Janine Brunell Looker at (978) 499-8570 for more information.

Preservation Week Wednesday - Sunday, May 8-12, 2013

Preservation Week 2013: Women and Preservation

http://www.nbptpreservationtrust.org/

The Newburyport Preservation Trust's 7th annual Preservation Week will be Wednesday - Sunday, May 8-12, 2013. The theme this year is the role of Newburyport women in preservation, and the related skills at hearth and home, and with herbs and healing. Five days of activities for all ages and interests include walking tours, lectures, a brunch, and the annual Historic Preservation Awards. Events are open to the public and many are free. For program information, see the complete schedule on our Preservation Week Page.
Note that some events require registration, some through our web site's Events page, and some by phone through Historic New England's regional headquarters in Newbury (978-462-2634).
Preservation Week offers insight and first-hand access to the rich historic events and architecture that create Newburyport’s character and charm. Anyone who enjoys living in or visiting Newburyport, as well as history enthusiasts and historic homeowners, will find activities that the whole family will enjoy while gaining a greater appreciation for the treasures in this unique and historic community. This year's Newburyport Preservation Week is presented in partnership with Historic New England and the Custom House Maritime Museum. This year the Institution for Savings joins us as a sponsor of "The Herbalist's Garden" lecture on Mother's Day.

Newburyport Chocolate Tour

10th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour

When Saturday, May 4th, 1 to 5 pm Add to Calendar    Where Downtown Newburyport Advance Ticket Sales Office at Central Congregational Church  14 Titcomb Street, Newburyport 978-465-0533   Ticket Locations May 4th First Religious Society (Unitarian Church) 26 Pleasant Street, Newburyport or Market Square on the Bullnose Driving Directions

Please join us on Saturday, May 4th from 1 to 5 p.m for the 10th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour!   Sample chocolates at over 20 downtown locations. Smile as you savor the silky smooth chocolate melting in your mouth. Know that you have supported three worthy local causes.   RESERVE YOUR TICKETS NOW! (We are limiting the number of tickets to be sold. Don't risk being disappointed!) Get more information Register Now! You can reserve your tickets online, by visiting the office at Central Congregational Church at 14 Titcomb Street, Newburyport, or phoning 978-465-0533.   HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Please forward this e-mail to your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and chocolate lovers everywhere! Thank you for your help in making this fundraiser a sweet success.   Sincerely,   Diane Hawkins-Clark, Chair Newburyport Chocolate Tour central.church@verizon.net 978-465-0533