Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Fairhaven Neighborhood NewsA free publication of all things FairhavenVolume 2, Issue 20 • May 17, 2007Teeming with information you need.(And some you don’t need, but will be glad you have anyway.)Fairhaven Man Rememberedin Honduran VillageTown Meeting votefavors wind turbinesAbove: This sign on Sconticut Neck Road, and the sign below,reflect the answer to the vote Town Meeting members took onTuesday night. See page 16 for story. Photos by Beth David.Connie Monopoli and Charlie Murphy in front of the well built bycontributions to Len Monopoli. See page 17. Submitted photo.

FromTheEditorHello Neighb,I so wanted to be brilliant in this space thisweek. But, alas, it is way too late for that. TheSpecial Town Meeting was tonight (well, yesterday,actually). See page 16 for that. Anyway, it fell ondeadline night, and no matter how hard I tried, Ijust couldn’t get it all done until the wee hours. So,the brilliant part will have to wait until next week.The Special Town Meeting was lots of fun, to besure. I wish I could’ve printed all the little gemsthat came out of people’s mouths tonight (er....lastnight). But, there’s just not room enough for anovella. People do get worked up about this stuff.The vote was in favor of wind turbines in LittleBay. They could be up and running by the end ofthe year. That might be a bit ambitious, but thedeveloper (James Sweeney of CCI Energy) doesn’twant to waste anymore time. He’s been working onthis for four years. Of course, lots of peopleweren’t happy the vote went the way it went. Onlytime will tell if it’s a good idea or a bad.Whether you agree or disagree, the reality isthat Fairhaven is in the forefront of using thistechnology to benefit a municipality around theseparts. Most other cities and towns are just puttingup their data collection towers.They will be behemoths, that’s for sure. Butsome people think they are beautiful behemoths,graceful in the wind and all that. The swishingsound might cause a few headaches, but it mightalso be music to the ears of those who want tosave money and begin the weaning process offfossil fuels. And so it begins....In other news....The two adults in the hazing case are back incourt this Thursday. I’ll be there (well, if I can wakeup early enough) to see if they plead guilty to oneof the charges (as promised at the last court date)or if they decide to got to jury trial for all charges.Charlie Murphy wrote a recount of a trip toHonduras by some Fairhaven Rotarians to purifywater in a small village, and dedicate a monumentto our own Len Monopoli. See page 17 for that.Well, time to get these old bones to bed. I hopeyou enjoy the issue, and please, remember totell the advertisers you saw theirads in the Neighb News.Until next week then...Fairhaven Neighborhood NewsVolume 2, Issue 20May 17, 2007Copyright 2007 Elizabeth A. 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Advertisers are responsible for their own content.We will, to the extent reasonable, try to verify any claims thatseem unreasonable or unlikely to be true. Readers areencouraged to report any problems with our advertisers.Subscriptions are available for 6 months (24 issues) or one year(48 issues) at $1.50 per issue for a total of $36.00 or $72.00respectively. Also available for free online at www.northfairhaven.org and www.westisland.org.Copyright 2007 Elizabeth A. DavidContentsClassifieds/Help Wanted.......................................................26Cover Story/Honduras, Fairhaven, & Len Monopoli ........17Cover story/Special Town Meeting.....................................16Happenings ........................................................................6,7,8Letter from the editor.............................................................2M.L. Baron’s Mystery Photo ................................................21Public Hearings......................................................................26Recipe of the week................................................................10Tides .......................................................................................26Upcoming meetings ..............................................................26CORRECTIONS:Phew...still empty.

Seaport Advisory council OKs funds for Hoppy’s Landing docktext and photos by Beth DavidThe Seaport Advisory Councilapproved more than $8.5 millionfor improvements to Massachusettsports. Among the projectswas the rebuilding of the Hoppy’sLanding pier, float, and boat ramp.The council approved $475,000to build an 8'x80' fixed pier, 6'x50'metal ramp with hoist connectedto a 16'x40' float, and a 24-foot wideboat ramp.In 2005, the original proposalestimated the cost at $321,000. Ithas now been estimated at$475,000 due to inflation.The town is required to contribute20%, or $95,000, of the cost.In October of 2005, Town Meetingallocated $72,000 for the project.Another $13,000 will come from theHoppy’s Landing revolving account(which comes mostly from feescollected at the landing), and$10,000 will be in the form ofservices provided by the BPW.Originally, $13,500 of that moneywas supposed to come in the formof in-kind services from Earl’sMarina as part of a settlement withthe Mass. Department of EnvironmentalProtection.That proved to be infeasible, sothe town renegotiated the agreementwith Earl’s, requiring themarina to service the Harbormaster’sboat for nine years.The deal is now being reviewedby the DEP which must approvethe changes.In the original application to theSeaport Council,the Town PlanningDepartmentsaid improvingthe facility wasnecessary forthe “long-termcontinuedviability of acommercialfishing and lobsteringpresenceon the site andin the area ingeneral. It is alsoimportant for the Town’s marineeconomy.”Currently, 8-10 commercial fishingboats are moored at Hoppy’sLanding, and approximately 50commercial fisherman use it forlaunching their boats, or parkingwhile they fish or dig for shellfish.“Improving this facility will allowthe the lobster boats a properaccess to load and unload theircatch, and allow the commercialfishermen the ability to safelylaunch their boats,” reads theapplication.The legislaturemust nowvote to authorizethe spending asvoted by thecouncil.“The capitalfunds have beenallocated. It’snot a matter ofhaving theThis cobbled together “floatation system” will be replaced with an8'x80' fixed pier, and a 6'x50' metal ramp with hoist connected toa 16'x40' float. A 24-foot wide boat ramp is also part of the plan.money,” said Richard Armstrong,Director of Port Development. “it’sa matter of having theauthorization.”It is, in a word, a “technicality” ofthe Seaport Bond Bill that Mr.Armstrong is confident will beovercome.“We’re fairly confident that thisamendment will go through,” hesaid.Other local projects funded bythe council were:HOPPY’S: cont’d on page 2612 Marion RoadRochester508-763-8373Letting you in on a little secret ...Not When sure life what gets to a get little mom? too hectic,you deserve a little treat!We have what every woman wants!“The Secret Garden”Massage ~ FacialsBody TreatmentsEar CandleingBody WaxingMake Up ~ JewelryCandles ~ CDsGift CertificatesMarjorie Skrutski - Jessica TaylorThe dock at Hoppy’s after a storm in March. FNN file photo.Fairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 3

Battle of the Bands at FHS draws six local bandsfrom press release materialsOn May 11 the Fairhaven HighSchool PTO sponsored the fifthannual “Battle of the Bands” at theFHS Performing Arts Center.Six bands participated: “ChasingInfinity’ (a progressive metalband), “Novemberists’ (a coverband of the popular indie rockband, The Decemberists), “3Below’ (a punk/alternative rockband), “Band of Brothers” (punkband), “The Diggers’ (they describethemselves as a band beingbuilt on the principles of beinggroovy, heavy, full of enthusiasm,and overall ridiculousness), and“The Irony” (with Josh and Steph).Each band had at least one FHSstudent as a member. Other kidscame from Voke Tech, New BedfordHigh and elsewhere. Nate Greeneand Anthony “Ant” Olean were thehosts, the judges were MikeRichardson, Joe Yarmac andRonald Jardin. Bryan Wood helpedthe kids organize then entire event.Cash prizes were awarded to thetop 3 bands. Dan “Graffiti Guitar”Masse, Matt Trahan, and “B TheDust” performed at intermission.The band Chasing Infinityincluded members Evan Kirkwood(drums), guitarist Connor Read,keyboard/vocalist Josh Boucher,and Ian Montigny on bass.The band Novemberists includedMario as lead singer andlead guitarist, Anton on bass, SteveFurtado on drums, and Dan Souza onsax and accordion.The band 3 Belowincluded bassist/vocalist DanaDibiasio, guitaristTom Tower, anddrummer vocalistCody Grodzki.The band, Bandof Brothers includedlead guitarist TimHaggerty, drummerTrevor Perry,guitarist LucasMatelski, TomEfthimiades vocalsWanted to BuyPolonaise Antiquesand lyricist, Mike Grasela on bassand also vocals. Matt Columbe,along with Tom and Mike originallyformed the band in the late springof 2006.The Diggers band includeddrummer Nick Perrone, bassistJosh Lemaire, and guitarist TrevorCabral.The band The Irony includesJosh and Steph.•••Photo courtesy of Fairhaven High SchoolBefore you have a yard sale or throw items away, call us!!We are always interested in purchasing one piece or an entire estate,including, but not limited to:• Dining room, living room and bedroomsets• Furniture such as chest of drawers, stands• Paintings/Prints/Old frames• Sterling silver flatware/Tea sets• Daguerreotypes/Ambrotypes/Tintypes/Stereoview cards• Musical instruments/Clocks• Jewelry/Beads• Oriental rugs• Stoneware crocks• Porcelain/Glassware/Kitchen items• Old toys/Games/Paper dolls• Military items• Old Postcards/Photographs/Letters• Old trunks/Telephones• Lamps/Old glass shades• Old garden planters/Furniture/StatuaryNo charge for house calls — Always confidential. Immediate payment and removal of items.Call Richard at 508-353-4701 or 508-991-3222 • Over 20 years’ experience buying and selling antiques.Page 4 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

at Fairhaven GettyWe’re MovingtoAll warranties in forceat new location.•••• Full ServiceGas Station• Complete Repair Shop• All makes & models• Foreign/domesticIf your car needs it,we can do it!Summer AirConditioning SpecialFlush& refill$89 95(most cars)We sellqualityused carsat our self-service station, 2 doors downL-R:Owned bybrothersFaouzi &Alex SarkisConveniently located at 134 Huttleston Avenue • Fairhaven • Across the road from Benny’s508-992-8724 • 508-992-0305Fairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 5

Wine & ChocolateSoireeBenefits St. Joseph School.Friday, May 18, 6-8 p.m. atDorothy Cox Chocolate, 115Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven.Ticket donation: $25 per person.May be purchased at St. JosephSchool or at Dorothy Cox’s. Learnabout wines and the proper wayof tasting them. Sample differentwines, chocolate, and a variety ofhors d’oeuvres. Wine andchocolate raffles.CheerleaderTryoutsNOTE CHANGESLivesey Club cheerleaders.Practice dates to learn routinesare Sat. and Sun., May 19 & 20 atNortheast Maritime Institute, 32Washington St., Fairhaven, from9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sat. 5/26 from 2-4p.m.; and Sun., May 27 from12-4 p.m., at the FairhavenRecreation Center. You must goto ALL four practices to learnroutines before trying out. Ages:Peewee, grades 3-6; Junior,grades 6-8.For more info, call CoachJackie, 508-994-1274; or CoachKim, 508-993-3499.Blessing of BikesSunday, May 20, at Ft.Phoenix, noon. Rain date, June 3.Benefits St. Joseph Church. Twohourride through back roads,then party at Knuckleheads, 85MacArthur Drive, New Bedford.$10 per bike. Benefits St. JosephSchool in Fairhaven.Pool CommitteefundraiserThe Fairhaven CommunityPool Committee will have its firstfund-raiser on May 22, at theTown Crier, 5 Maitland St. inNorth Fairhaven.AROUND TOWN HAPPENINGSA spaghetti supper will beserved at three seatings: 4o’clock, 5 o’clock and 6 o’clock.Tickets are $10.00 for adults,and $5.00 for children under 16.The money raised will go towardfeasibility studies and architectservices. Please contact anycommittee member for tickets,e-mail the committee atfairhavenpool@yahoo.com, orcall Linda Meredith, 508-994-8757.Memorial DayParadeThe annual Fairhaven MemorialDay Parade will be held onMonday, May 28. All participantsshould meet at the FairhavenAmerican Legion Post #166, 54Main Street, prior to 8 a.m. Theparade forms at 8 a.m. on SouthStreet, between Main and FortStreets. Step off time is 8:30 a.m.sharp. All veterans are invitedand encouraged to march.For more information, pleasecall Michele Skanks or GerryStabell at Post #166, 508-993-0046, or Veterans’ Agent JimCochran, 508-979-4024.FHS Memorial DayTraditionIt is a Memorial Day traditionto honor Henry HuttlestonRogers, principals, and teacherswho are buried at the RiversideCemetery. On Friday, May 25,students, faculty, staff, andretirees will meet at the cemeteryat 2:30 p.m. The group will visitseveral gravesites and participatein a musical program at thetomb of Henry Huttleston Rogers.The public is invited to attend.Summer programThe Fairhaven School Departmentwill once again be offering asummer enrichment program atFairhaven High School from June18 through the last week in July.Offerings will include a sciencecamp, art camp, and athleticcamps directed by the HighSchool coaches and their currentplayers. These weekly camps areoffered to students currently ingrades 3-8. The registration formwill be sent to every student attheir current school during thesecond week in May and can alsobe obtained online at www.fairhavenps.org.For students currently inmiddle school and high school,the weight room at the highschool will be open daily from 8-11am and the gym is open from 9-11am. Questions? Call thesummer enrichment coordinatorPhil Harding at 508 979-4051 ext5309 or email him atpharding@fairhavenps.org.Tree sale for ALSTree sale to support ALS(Amyothrophic Lateral Sclerosis)families, kicks off Saturday, May12th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Thesale runs through September atthe family’s farm at 100 Douglasscont’d next pageSpring is inFull Swing!!Time to enjoy the warmthinside and out at BeautifulThings in Fairhaven’s historictown center.48 Main Street, Fairhaven508-996-1726Open Tues.–Sat., 11 to 5; Sun. 12 to 4www.GiftsByBeautifulThings.comwww.FairhavenVillage.comPage 6 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

HAPPENINGSSTILL IN TOWNDrive on Sconticut Neck Road inFairhaven, MA, 02719. Fiftypercentof the selling price ofeach Arborvitae or Austrian Pinepurchased on behalf of CapebasedCompassionate Care ALS.Public AuctionThe Town of Fairhaven isholding a tax possession auctionon Saturday, June 2, at noon, at23 Kane Street, Fairhaven, forthat property and three lots ofland: 37 North Street block 010,North Street block 172, andSconticut Neck Road block 034.Call the Town Treasurer, 508-979-4026, for minimum deposit andbid requirements, etc.Class of 1965The Fairhaven High SchoolClass of 1965 will be holding itsreunion on Friday, June 29, 2007at the West Island ImprovementAssociation. Members of theclass are asked to contact DanLogan, 36 Hathaway St., FairhavenMA 02719; 508-991-3447,dlogan@thegrid.netClasses of 71, 72, 73The 35th reunion for theFairhaven High School Class of1972 will be held on June 30 at 6p.m., at Bar 908 in New Bedford.The Classes of 1971 and 1973 willalso join the fun. Barbecue buffetand DJ. $20/person. Bar 908 islocated in the Times SquareBuilding, 908 Purchase St. CallDana at 508-642-2118 or sendcheck to Gary Valerio, 67Pleasant St., Fairhaven, MA 02719.Meat RaffleEvery Friday, 7-9 at FairhavenVFW Post 2892, 109 Middle St.. Allproceeds benefit VFW and thevets it serves. Call 508-997-1707.HAPPENINGS IN OVERTOWNNB Garden ClubPlant & Bake SaleSaturday, May 26 (rain orshine), 9 a.m.-noon. Perennials,annuals, herbs and baked goods.At the Buttonwood Park warminghouse. Proceeds benefit the NewBedford Garden Club.Over the River....Six area actors have been castin Your Theatre, Inc.’s final productionof its highly acclaimed60th season: Joe DiPietro’scomedy Over The River AndThrough the Woods .The Actors are: Stephen R. Kayof Swansea, Mimi Allen ofDartmouth, Robert Gillet andLorraine Lucciola of Fall River,Caroline Cuccia of New Bedfordand Michael J. FitzGerald ofWestport.Edward J. Maguire of Fairhavenwill direct with Kelly Cabral ofNew Bedford stage managing theproduction that runs Wednesdaythrough Saturday May 16-19.Calling YTI at 508 993-0772 forticket info. The theatre is locatedat 136 Rivet St. (at County St.),New Bedford, in the auditoriumof St. Martin’s Episcopal Church.Walk for Animals8th Annual Petfest. ButtonwoodPark, New Bedford. May 20(rain or shine), 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Benefits the Humane Coalitionfor Animals to help homeless,abandoned, neglected animals.Registration 11 a.m. 2 mile walkbegins at noon.Exhibits, demos,prizes, rock climbing. Dogswelcome. Call Animal Advocates,508-991-7951 or NB AnimalControl, 508-991-6366 for info.Spring ConcertAntonin Dvorak, Mass in DMajor, Songs of Nature. Sunday,May 20, 7:30 p.m. First UnitarianChurch, 71 Eighth Street, NewBedford. Tickets $10 ($5 under12), at the door. Presented by theGreater New Bedford ChoralSociety. Gerald P. Dyck, Director;Christopher Ricci, Accompanist.Call 508-644-2419 for info.Gallery X eventsWhaling City Review: May 19,3-5 p.m. Poets Laurie Robertson-Lorant, Jim Dunn & CharleyShively. 7 p.m. poets’ potluckCelebration for John Landry,newly appointed poet laureate ofNew Bedford.• Faces of Teen Pregnancy Inthe Douglas Gallery through 6/1.A multimedia exhibit presentedby the Southcoast HospitalsRAPPP (Responsible Attitudestoward Pregnancy Parenting andPrevention) Program. FeaturesKara J. Gauvin’s photography &audio by Paul Martin, Fire CityProductions. Using black andwhite images accompanied bymoving audio narratives, documentarystyle exhibit outlinesthe challenges and effects teenpregnancy has on all generations.Gallery X is located at 169William Street, in the heart ofNew Bedford’s Upper WilliamStreet Arts District in the historic1855 First Universalist Church.Open Wednesday thru Sundayfrom 11 am-3 pm, and on thesecond Thursday of every monthfrom 5-9 pm with exhibits andprogramming as one of thevenues for AHA!Receipt RewardsShaw’s and A.I.D.S. are teamingfor the Receipt Reward Program.Every $5000 in receipts that weturn in, they will donate 1% toA.I.D.S. Inc. We are reaching outto all Shaw’s shoppers and webelieve that this will be asuccessful fundraiser for us. Weall know how much money wespend at Shaw’s.Please hang on to your Shaw’sCont’d next pageFairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 7

HAPPENINGS/STILL OVERTOWNreceipts and call 508-995-0793.Someone will pick up thereceipts.YWCA fundraisingseriesGuitar Masters Concert Series,at the Wamsutta Club, 427Country Street (corner of Union),New Bedford. $12 advancetickets; $15 at door. Available atBaker Books, The SymphonyShop, and YWCA. Call 508-999-3255 for info.May 31, 7 p.m., Ron Murrayand Vuélo.June 7, at 7 p.m., John Steinwith Yaron Israel.Proceeds benefit YWCA,Southeastern Mass.Annual Fishermen’sMemorial ServiceWalk with us while we carrythe organ from the historicSeamen’s Bethel to Pier 3, to tollthe bell and remember those whohave been lost at sea.Monday, May 28, 9:30 a.m.Procession steps off from theSeamen’s Bethel, on JohnnycakeHill, to Pier 3.10:00 a.m. Memorial Serviceon Pier 3Join the New Bedford PortSociety, its Ladies Branch, andthe waterfront community forthis historic service.YTI auditionAuditions for Your Theatre,Inc.’s production of “The WaterWidow” by New Bedford playwrightRay Veary, scheduled tobe staged July 26-29, will be heldWednesday, May 23. Anyoneinterested in attending, regardlessof ethnic, cultural or socialbackground, should arrive at ThePlayhouse, 136 Rivet St. (cornerof County St.), New Bedford, at7:30 p.m.HAPPENINGS/OTHER LATITUDESAcushnet Art ShowThe Acushnet Annual ArtShow, in observance of Mass. ArtWeek, at the Acushnet Council onAging (Senior Center), 59 1/2 So.Main Street, from 1-8 p.m onSaturday, May 19 and 1-5 p.m.on Sunday, May 20. Receptionand award of ribbons, money, giftcertificates will be announced onSunday. Funded in part by a grantfrom the Acushnet CulturalCouncil, and private donations.Prostrate screeningSouthcoast Hospitals will offera free prostate cancer screeningon Monday, May 21 from 5 to 8p.m. at the Jarabek Center atCharlton Memorial Hospital.Appointments are necessary.Call the Jarabek Center at 508-679-7056.Volunteers NeededHorizons for Homeless Childrenis seeking volunteers to play withchildren living in domesticviolence, teen parent, and familyhomeless shelters in Barnstable,Bristol, and Plymouth Counties.Giving just 2 hours a week of yourtime can make a lifetime ofdifference for the children inthese shelters. A commitment of6 months and attendance at oneof our trainings are required. Thenext training will be May 23rdand 24th in East Sandwich.Contact Alison or Martha at(508) 999-9454 or at southeast@horizonsforhomelesschildren.orgfor more information and anapplication, or fill one out onlineat www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org.ACS benefitSantosha Yoga Studio &Holistic Center’s Wellness Day,Sun., May 27. Yoga, massage,reflexology, and Reiki treatmentswill all be available, as well as aBake Sale, Jewelry, The PamperedChef® products, a drawing forprizes, and much more.Proceeds event will be donatedto help fund the American CancerSociety’s programs of research,education, advocacy, and patientservice. Contact Melissa Walsh,401.780.9809; nitya_walsh@cox.netFree SeminarOn May 30th, the BristolCounty DA’s Office, in conjunctionwith several area banks andChambers of Commerce will hosta seminar for small and mediumbusinesses on internal financialcontrols and employee fraud/theft prevention. Taunton HolidayInn, 8 a.m. Buffet breakfast.Approximately 3 1/2 hours.Contact (508) 961-1808 or sendan e-mail to financialcontrolsseminar@gmail.com to register.Space is limited.Camp Angel WingsSouthcoast Home Care,Hospice & Palliative Care &Infusion Services, in collaborationwith the YMCA, will behosting the fifth annual “CampAngel Wings.” This is an exciting,free, fun-filled two-day campexperience for children, agesthree through 17, who aregrieving the loss of a loved one.July 28 & 29, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Now accepting registrations.The camp provides interactiveactivities that include music,swimming, arts and crafts, rockclimbing and archery, that aredesigned to reduce the sense ofisolation while improving selfesteem for children and teenswho share like experiences ofgrief. Call Catherine Wrobel at508-984-0202 or visit southcoast.org/home for registration form.Read the Neighb News on theweb at: www.WestIsland.orgor www.northfairhaven.orgPage 8 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

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Disability Commission is ready to helpby Beth DavidLisa Plante wants people toknow that the Fairhaven Commissionon Disability is there to help.“We try to get people what theyneed, basically,” she said.In addition to making sure thatnew buildings are wheelchairaccessible, and handicapped parkingspaces are adequate andenforced, the commission meetsregularly to discuss any relatedissues brought to their attention.“We deal with any disabilityrelated issues in town, any concerns,problems,” said Ms. Plante.She said many people who arehaving problems getting aroundtown or accessing services, just donot realize there is a place for themto turn.“There’s so much we can do tohelp them that they probably don’teven know about,” she said.For example, they helped onewoman get a wheelchair rampsimply by asking the right peopleto donate the lumber and theexpertise; they also added morehandicapped parking at the highschool.“A couple of emails and it wasfixed. All we have to do is open ourmouths. Just tell us, we’ll get to thecorrect authority in charge,” shesaid. “That’s why we’re here. Wejust want more people to knowabout us.”The commission’s next meeting,which is open to the public, isWednesday, June 6, at 7 p.m. at theBPW building, 5 Arsene Street; orcall chairperson Charlie Murphy at774-930-5226. •••CG issues cold water warningpress releaseThe Coast Guard continues towarn spring boaters, paddlers,sailors and fishermen on the inlandand coastal waters of the Northeast'sFirst Coast Guard Districtabout the danger of cold water andsudden cold water immersion.“To date this year, we've lost 14boaters and paddlers on thewaters of the Northeast,” reportedAl Johnson, recreational boatingspecialist for the Northeast's FirstCoast Guard District. “Regrettably,the demise of all can be directlyattributed to the debilitatingeffects of cold water. Be preparedfor sudden cold water immersion.’Although life jackets offerminimal protection against theSearch all of MLSon my website: www.andreatavares.comThinking of Selling? Be ready for thosespring buyers and call for your FREE marketanalysis today!508-858-9962Andrea Tavares Towne House RealtyPine Grove ChiropracticPersonalized HealthcareDr. Carol Duphily • Dr. Ryan KnowlesMassage Therapists on Staff508-998-8444934 Ashely Boulevard • New Bedforddebilitating effects of cold water,they will keep your body afloatwhile it briefly acclimates to thewater temperature. During thisbrief period of time, while extremitiesare still functioning, self orassisted rescue efforts can beinitiated, flares deployed, or adistress call issued.“Wearing a properly-fitted,comfortable life jacket is your firststep to survival. Let someoneknow your itinerary, carry a VHFradio and cell phone, and developan awareness of the dangers ofcold water,” said Johnson."For more information, visit:http://www.enter.net/~skimmer/coldwater.html.Paula Lazaroff, LMTRecipe of the WeekMexican ChickenVegetable oil cooking spray1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream ofchicken soup1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cheddarcheese soup1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream ofmushroom soup1 (10-ounce) can tomatoes1 whole chicken, cooked, boned,and chopped or 4 cupsleftover cooked chickenUnsalted butter, for greasing pan1 (11 1/2-ounce) package flourtortillas2 cups shredded CheddarPreheat the oven to 350degrees F. Spray a 13 by-9-inchpan with the cooking spray.In a large bowl, stir togetherthe 3 kinds of soup and thetomatoes. Stir in the chicken.Layer the tortillas and thechicken mixture in the pan,beginning and ending withtortillas. Sprinkle the cheeseover the casserole and bake for30 minutes.Courtesy Paula Deen andwww.foodnetwork.comEven a thought,even a possibility,can shatter usand transform us.Headache Stiff joints Sore muscles Low energyStress Back pain TMJ508-863-0190101 Center Street, Fairhavenwww.massageisessential.comFriedrich Wilhelm NietzscheCarpenters PlusKitchens, baths, decks, replacementwindows, small additions.No job too small.Call Bob Paulson, 508-997-7015;or Red Newett, 508-993-5449.ExperienceBringsResultsPage 10 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Fairhaven Centertour set for May 19The historical Fairhaven centeris the scene of a tour presentedby the town’s Office of Tourismon Saturday, May 19, at 2:00 p.m.The tour, guided by ChristopherRichard, will begin in Leonard E.Pierce Memorial Park at thecorner of Fort and South Streets.The tour highlights interestingbits of history, relates stories ofpast personalities such as Capt.Alexander Winsor, Henry H.Rogers, Warren Delano II, andothers. You’ll learn about housesthat have moved from place toplace and which church is onlyhalf as tall as it used to be. You’llfind out what was in the centerbefore Henry H. Rogers built hisbuildings there. If you don’t knowwhich house was filmed for a1921 classic silent movie starringClara Bow or if you’d like to knowwho “the richest man in town”was when Henry H. Rogers wasjust a newborn, you will want towalk along on this tour. Includesquick visits inside two Henry H.Rogers buildings.About 90 minutes. Free. Raincancels. To get to Leonard E.Pierce Memorial Park from Route6, turn south on Main Street atFairhaven High School. Take thesixth left. Park is on the left.Call 508-979-4085. The Office ofTourism is open Mon., Tues.,Thurs., Fri. and Sat. from 8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m.GNB Voke Honors Fairhaven StudentsPress releaseSome of the top freshmen atGreater New Bedford RegionalVocational Technical High Schoolhave been honored for achievingacademic excellence. Amongthose getting awards werestudents from the Town ofFairhaven.GNB Voc-Tech recognized 221students this month for earning aspot on the Dean’s List for thethird quarter of the year. Theyincluded 27 students from theTown of Fairhaven.Fairhaven residents includedJacob Sounik, majoring inCarpentry; Destiny Lima, JanellePresby, and Lauren Souza,Cosmetology; Keri Sylva, DentalAssisting; George Tsonis, DraftingTechnology; Ryan Rapoza,Haydon Shurtleff, and AdamTurgeon, Electrical Technology;Jocelynne Costa, Early ChildhoodEducation and Teaching;Alexandre Miller and RossTravers, Engineering Technology;and Jerome DaSilva and WyattL’Etoile, HVAC-R/ApplianceTechnology.Also receiving Dean’s Listawards were Jonathan Alves andJenna Lopes, majoring in Legaland Protective Services; KristenCosta and Stephanie Winterson,Medical Assisting; AndrewDespres and Jennifer Vargas,Media Technology; ZacharyGauvin and Gabriel Nerbonne,Plumbing and Pipe Fitting; KyleRichard, Steam Engineering;Casey McGee and Steven Murray,Visual Design; and RachaelConway and Dylan Violette,Welding/Sheet Metal.To earn a place on the Dean’sList at GNB Voc-Tech, studentsmust achieve at least an 80average in academics, achieve atleast an 80 average in their careerand technical area, have no failedsubject areas, and receive nodisciplinary suspensions duringthe term. The purpose of theDean’s List is to encouragestudent achievement and recognizesuccessful students whohave contributed to GNB Voc-Tech in a positive way.Dean of Students Janet D.Smith presented the awards inbrief ceremonies in the school’scafeteria. Principal Linda Enoscongratulated the Dean’s Listrecipients.GNB Voc-Tech serves the Cityof New Bedford and Towns ofDartmouth and Fairhaven. Itprovides academic instruction aswell as career and technicaleducation in more than twodozen fields ranging fromEngineering Technology toPlumbing and Pipe Fitting.Last year, more than 60% of themembers of the graduating classreported that they planned to goto college or advanced technicalschools.IMMIGRATION • WILLSREAL ESTATE TRUSTSSOCIAL SECURITYLANDLORD/TENANTAdam Katz,Designer, BuilderPO Box 402Fairhaven, MA 02719GARY L. PACELLAAttorney At LawPhone: 617-894-9420gpacellaatty@yahoo.comJeremiah Katz,Designer, BuilderNo job too small or too bigDecks, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Anything508-264-6679 • 774-263-2131www.InHouseCustom.comFairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 11

Jason Waskiewicz ofMay Flowersare Here!The Finest Showroom This Side of the CanalMy Hand Selected ProductsWill Impress You, andMy Prices Will Be a Pleasant Surprise.FREE “IN HOME” CONSULTATIONS11 years’ design and layout experience.• Carpet • Tile • Hardwood • Laminate• Vinyl • Bamboo • Glass Tile • Exotic Stone508-758-224942 Main Street, Mattapoisett (co. Rte. 6 & Main)Just 5 minutes from Alden Road in FairhavenFREE CD!• Do you want to protect your home frombeing eaten up by a nursing home stay?• Do you know what the new MedicaidRules will do to your hard-earned lifesavings?To learn more, call 1-800-929-0491for our FREE CD interview withAttorney Michelle D. Beneski on thisvitally importantsubject. No salesperson will call.The Medicaid & EstatePlanning StrategiesLaw Firm, P.Cwww.nbelderlaw.comSponge Flowers &Wreaths for Spring!Arrangementsfor window boxes!Garden rabbits & sheep!Plus...spring candle scents!Shop Hours: Tues.–Sat., 10–5; Sun., 12–5; Mon. by chance5 Fairhaven Road (Rte. 6), Mattapoisett • 508-758-3173(Across the street from Sovereign Bank)The Bedford MerchantA unique place for a special giftsIn the heart ofNew Bedford’sHistoric District• Crabtree & Evelyn• Byer’s Choice Carolers• Willow Tree Angels• Yankee Candles• Garden accessories• Jewelry by AnnaleeceGift Certificates • We now accept Yankee Candle couponsMon.–Sat., 9-5; Sun., 12-4 (starting 5/20) • Visa & MC Accepted28 William Street, New Bedford, MA • 508-997-9194In the heart of New Bedford’s Historic DistrictPage 12 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Quality LandClearingWe do tree work, firewood,Bobcat work, install lawns,wetland haylines, etc.Call Joe: 508-758-4785Also...Quality PoolsWe install all brands ofpools — yours or ours.Liner replacement,repairs, sales, etc.Call Lynda: 508-758-4785Michelle Roy, 508-992-9845www.ReigningCatsnDogs.bizPET SITTING SERVICEWhere PetsReign SupremeIn home service tailoredto your pet’s needs:• Dog walking• Pet sitting• Bird feeding• Vacations• Workday• OvernightsNAPPS CertifiedCertified by AmericanRed Cross in PetFirst Aid & Pet CPRBonded • InsuredMaplelace CottageA Country Primitive ShopMcCall’s Candles, Furniture,Lighting, Gifts, and manyNeedful Things.Your home for the simple thingsHours: Wed-Sat, 10:30–4:30 • Sun., 12-47 Little Bay Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719 • 508-984-5308From Rt. 6, turn onto Sconticut Neck Rd., 1/2 mile on left.Hair, nails, waxingSpecializing in color, cuts, foilingMA Licensed • Fully InsuredBob Chapman Owner Cell: 774-263-3168 Phone: 508-992-1787Dr. Brian K. BowcockFairhavenChiropractic Office• Auto Injuries• Low BackInjuries• Job Injuries• Board Certifiedin Orthopedics• NeckInjuries• HeadachesCall 508-997-3600Nos falamos PortuguesMost insurances accepted,including United Healthcare and HMO Blue508-994-9756414 Main Street, FairhavenAppointments recommendedWalk-ins welcomeDetailing • Buffing• Waxing • Remote StartCAR REMOTE START: from $190SPECIAL: $65 for hand wash and polishCOMPLETE VEHICLE/in & out: from $99.99Gift Certificates Available32 Adams St. (co. Washington) • FairhavenTony Almeida • 508-999-1453With this coupon. Exp. 6/1/07.Fairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 13

FairhavenRecreation CenterOpen Mon-Thurs, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.;Fri., 6 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-2p.m.; Closed Sunday • 227Huttleston Ave, 508-993-9269www.FairhavenRecreation.comPLEASE NOTE: New Saturdayhours: 8 a.m.–2 p.m.Kool Kids SummerFor children entering grades 1-6. Children will have fun each dayby participating in a varietysports, games, and art activites.Each session will also includespecial themed events, pizzalunch, cool water activites, and avariety of field trips. Children aregrouped by the GRADE they willenter in the FALL. Field trips willbe T.B.A at registration.$120 per child per session. $85for each additional sibling.Registration dates: Sat., 5/12 &19 from 8 a.m.–2 p.m.Big Truck DayFREE event. Come to the RecCenter parking lot and see theTown BPW trucks up close! Haveyour picture taken with one ofthe trucks for only $1. Speciallimited edition t-shirts availablewhile supplies last. Sat., May 19,10am-1pm. Raindate: 5/26.Seahawks Footballand CheerWe are gearing up for anothergreat season of football andcheer! Athletes compete in theGreater New Bedford YouthFootball League. Boys and girlsare encouraged to sign up.Ages are determined as ofJuly 1, 2007. Sign-ups are firstcome, first serve. Must havebirth certificate at registration.Tues., 6/5, from 6-8 p.m. $40.Register at Fairhaven Recreation.Divisions are: Pee-Wees ages 9-11and Midgets ages 11-13. Cheerages are not yet determined,please call Tom Cooney atFairhaven Rec for info. •••Fairhaven Senior Center508-979-4029 • 229 Huttleston Ave. (next to Stop & Shop)Supportive Senior Day Care Program, 9-3, 508-993-9455Programs (in alphabetical order)A/G Consumer Mediator: 2ndTue. of the month by appointmentonlyBilliards: 6 p.m. Tues. & Wed.Call PegBingo: 1-3 p.m. FridayBlood Pressure: 10:30–11:30a.m. 1st & 3rd Wed. of monthBlood sugar/blood pressure:10-11:30 a.m., 2nd & 4th ThursBoard Meeting: 9:30 a.m. 2ndMon. of monthBowling: 9 a.m. Tues. & Thurs.Call PegBridge: 12:30–3:30 p.m. Tues.Caregiver Support & EducationGroup: 1-3:30 p.m. 1st Wed.Choral Group: 10:30 a.m.Thurs. New members welcome.Computer Training: Mon.,Thurs., & Fri by appointment onlyCops & Donuts: 10:15-11:15a.m. 2nd Wed. of monthFriends of Elderly: 1 p.m. 2ndTue. of monthGrocery Shopping: Tue.,Thurs., Fri. Call to reserveLine Dancing: 1 p.m. Mon.Mall Trip: WednesdayMedical Transportation: Mon.-Fri. Appointment onlyNutrition Program: Mealserved at 11:30 a.m. Call toreserve by 10 a.m. the day before.Osteoporosis class: 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Mon. & Wed. mustregister first.Outreach: Our Outreach Coordinatorcan help to assess theimmediate needs of eligibleseniors. Call for appointment.Pitch: 12:30-3:30 Wed. & Thurs.Reassurance Program: DailyAre You OK Program, if interestedcall to be on the list.Trips by Dottie ReedCall 508-979-4029• June 8: Waterfire, Providence,fire sculpture, gondola rideJuly 26: A day on Block Island. Atwo-hour boat ride. You must beable to walk up hillsSHINE meeting: 2nd Thurs.Shopping in town: Mon.–Fri.,call to reserve a seat.Supportive Senior Social DayProgram: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Mon.–Fri.Tai Chi: 12:30 p.m., ThursdayWalking Club: 8 a.m. Mon.,Wed., Fri. Call PegWater Aerobics: 11 a.m. Mon.,Wed., Fri. Call PegYoga: 9:15 a.m. Tues. Call tosign upAdult 3-wheel bicycle availableMALL TRIP THIS WEEKMashpee CommonsENTERTAINMENTDJ Joe & EmilyJune Mall TripsJune 6: Hyannis Mall &Christmas Tree ShopJune 13: Independence Mall(Kingston, MA) & PembrokeChristmas Tree ShopJune 20: Mashpee CommonsJune 27: Braintree MallPlease note: Mall trips aresubject to change.Cops & DonutsEvery 2nd Wednesday ofmonth from 10:15-11:15 comejoin us for donuts. TheFairhaven Police will be here togive helpful information andanswer questions.Free 10–minute consultationwith Attorney Suzanne Seguin,call for an appt.Trips by George ArrudaCall 508-979-4029 or after 3 p.m.call 508-995-5638 and leave mesage.• May 31: NewportPlayhouse/”Cheaters’• November 7–November 13thChristmas in Branson, the biggestVeterans’ celebration.7 days, 14 showsPage 14 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Quality Used CarsSales & Service196 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven, MA 02719508-992-9638• Brakes• Tune-Ups• General RepairsAll Your Service NeedsService: 508-992-9638Quality Used Cars:'01 Lincoln LS: 4-door, sunroof, low miles .......$13,995'03 GMC Sonoma, 55K: 3-door..............$10,500'99 Ford F250 p/u, 42K .......................$11,500'01 Chevy Cavalier, 21K.........................$5,995'97 Pontiac Grand Am, 67K...................$4,995'01 Toyota Corolla ...........................MUST SEESales: 508-994-2226Quality Service, Quality Cars!You excel in life. We excel in service.Fairhaven’s full service financial institutionproviding a complete array of deposit, loan,and mortgage products.We invite you to become one of ourmember/owners today.Serving individuals who live, work, or attend schoolin Bristol, Barnstable, or Plymouth counties.123 Alden Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719Loan Center: 866-484-2264 (available 24/7)CU Office & Other Services: 508-994-9971www.southernmass.comYour savings federally insured to at least $100,000and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States GovernmentNational Credit Union Administration, a U.S. Government AgencyEQUAL HOUSINGLENDERMEMBERPONICHTERA &DENARDIS, P.C.Attorneys-At-LawCivil Litigation, CriminalLaw, Family Law, Landlordand Tenant Law, PersonalInjury, Probate.Ann M. Ponichtera DeNardisAntonio Daniel DeNardisTen Park PlaceNew Bedford, MA 02740Tel. (508) 991-3355Fax: (508) 990-2580Fairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 15

text and photos by Beth DavidFairhaven held its place at the headof the municipal pack in making windenergy a reality in SouthCoast whenTown Meeting voted on Tuesday, 5/15,to authorize the leasing of land for twoindustrial sized wind turbines near theWastewater Treatment Plant.Article two of the warrant for thespecial town meeting passed, 141-98.Moderator Brian Bowcock startedthe meeting by asking for “properdecorum,” and respect.“We’re here tonight to debate theissues, not personalities,” he said.“Let’s try to stay focused on the issuesbefore us.”A raucous and often hostile crowdbounced around the pros and consafter watching presentations fromconsultants for the project, and a videoproduced by WindWise, a groupopposed to the project.The biggest complaints surroundedthe issues of noise and shadow flicker,which occurs when the sun is lowenough in the sky to cause a shadowfrom the blades.One woman said the savings of$150,000 dollars per year was only ninetenths of a percent of the town’s $41million budget.“I think we can find other ways tosave nine tenths of a percent,” shesaid, adding that the town could nottake on the task of global warming withtwo turbines.The savings to the town wouldcome in the form of discountedelectricity to power the treatmentplant. If pending legislation passes, thetown would also be able to buyTown Meeting votes yes on wind turbinesdiscounted electricity from developerCCI Energy to power all town buildings.The excess power would be sold to theregional power grid. CCI’s profit willlargely come from Renewable EnergyCredits that it can sell.Realtor Dawn Devlin said she did anInternet survey of homes sold in Hullnear their two wind turbines anddeduced that property valuesdeclined.Jean Waters read a lengthystatement to boos and jeers criticizingeverything from noise levels, shadowflicker, and a 2004 bylaw.“A hundred and fifty thousanddollars will look like peanuts,” she saidif the town ends up getting sued or hasto buy property and land to create alarger buffer zone.Bob Espindola said he traveled toHull and found the noise “veryobjectionable.”Henry Ferreira began by criticizingthe moderator for being in favor of theproposal “since day one.” He wassoundly shouted down by members, aswell as called out of order by Dr.Bowcock.Mr. Ferreira said he expected twoturbines would lead to more “down theline.”“People are making up their mindsbased on how far from their homesthese will be,” he said, adding that thenext ones could be closer to them“We passed bylaws, weak bylawswith weak setbacks,” he said.One of the biggest complaints ofopponents is the shorter setbackdistance of 750 feet instead of 1200 feetrecommended by other UMass studies.But Melissa Elkinton from UMass saidthe 1200 feet is a starting point andother factors, such as trees, whichabsorb noise, can reduce the distance.Eric Dawicki started out by saying“we need to respect each other,” butended up being chided and interruptedwhen he said “if it smells like a rat...”“$150,000 just doesn’t cut it,” saidMr. Dawicki, and then talked about thebeauty of Little Bay. “Why would wewant to take that away for somethingwe’re not truly going to reap thebenefits of?”Ann Ponichtera-Denardis criticizedthe language of the article, saying it wastoo broad, but Town Counsel Tom Crottyexplained each point — the two lawyersbandying back and forth for a bit.Dan Freitas was one of the fewmembers who spoke in favor of theproposal saying he went to Hull andasked some girls playing soccer, andwho also went to high school near theturbines, if the noise bothered them.“The girls said we don’t ever noticeit. I think that speaks volumes.” saidMr. Freitas. “I heard a previous speakersay we’re only 16,000 people and wecan’t make change. But that’s howchange starts.”In the end, the measure passed.Articles 3 through 12, designed toderail the measure, were all defeated,albeit with some testy exchangesbetween the moderator and Ms.Ponichtera-Denardis.Article 1, which appropriated$128,000 of CPA funds, passed: $50,000for the Fairhaven Housing Authority’sGreen meadow Project; and $78,000 forthe Town Hall Restoration Phase II.•••Nobody would signa contract like thatJim Sweeney, when asked tobe liable for property valuesQuotable quotes from Town MeetingWell, I dont knowyour family, but...Melissa Elkinton, UMasswhen asked how many brothers & sisterswould be affected by the noise & flickerI’ve been very quiet today...most of you are grateful.Jeff Osuch when hismicrophone didn’t workWe need to respect eachother...if it smells like a rat...Eric DawickiWe’re not going to fight overwho the counters will beBrian Bowcock, ModeratorOther states wish theyhad this windJim Sweeney, CCI EnergyPage 16 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

Honduran Village has touch of FairhavenGiving Life to a Honduran Village: The Len Monopoli Dedication.Rotary International Pure Water Projectby Charlie Murphy, AG, District 7950Because of a man named LenMonopoli, a covered well andshelter along with pure waterfilters provided by the Rotary Clubof Fairhaven, MA were dedicated inLos Puentes, Honduras, on January13, 2007.On January 11, 2007, severallocal Rotarians embarked on amission to Honduras. for ourRotary International Experience.The climate was that of thetropics and very dry since we werein the summer dry season ofNovember to April.Our Rotarians were on a missionto ensure that Pure Water, a goal ofRotary International, reachedremote villages. Bob Conant,Connie Monopoli, PP, AnnWilliams, PDG and I set out toaccomplish a goal.Upon our arrival in Choluteca,we met up with some friends fromthe Peace Corps, Megan Barclayand Levi and also the President ofthe Rotary Club of Choluteca andthe President-elect.We soon learned that 1.2 billionpeople in the world do not haveaccess to pure water. RotaryInternational wants to cut this inhalf by 2015, our group wanted tomake this a reality.On January 12, 2007, our groupmet up with Carlos, Cleto andBob Conant, Charlie Murphy, Connie Monopoli, Levi Barclay andthe children of Los Puentes around the memorial for Len MonopoliSubmitted photo.Megan to visit the technicaltraining school, La Asociacio’n SanJose’ Obrero. We met with thedirector Saul Hernan’ Baca.He told us they serviced 287students this past year betweenthe ages of 16-23 years old. TheSchool uses three phases or areas:1. Technical Training, 2. ServiceTraining, 3. Productions (grids,tables, filters). The courses haveclear training and goals. Computerclass is 3 months, Sewing is a 10month course, and Baking is a 10month course. The HonduranGovernment helps out with someutilities for the technical schooland with some of the salaries.At least one student traveled sixhours per day to attend a four hourcourse, he had to leave at 3 a.m.each morning to get to this schoolon time, but did without fail.We toured the on site preparationof the filter process making forthe villages. We viewed the filterprocess, the mold creation, andhow the first molds weighed 330lbs., but the new filter is less than170 lbs. We viewed the mixingprocess and how the cleaning ofthe sand takes out the fines of thesand. All sand for the filters comesfrom a volcanic island of Amapala.Volcanic sand is less contaminated.We witnessed the making ofMosaic Gardentables by AbeMarhina. We alsoviewed ApplianceRepair,Tops of Filterspreparation,Diffusers, andMeasuring. Wethen learnedabout TV repairinstruction, withthe assistance oftheir student,Juan Hernandes.The productsthat they use aredonated fromthe US and itallows the teachingof people torepair and use for other projects.Then the TV’s, etc are soldreasonably. One project that thisbrigade has done is for cleft palatesurgery.Many of the teachers here beganas students, which tells you thatthey received a great educationand are still focused on theobjectives of the school.We also toured the“Electricidad;” the current teacherwas also a previous student. Wetoured the Computer Classes, thiswas important for ConnieMonopoli since this was herhusband Len’s profession.We learned more in the PureWater Office. Megan showedsupply kits for water analysis. Weassessed the Turbidity, themeasure of solid stuff in thewater…cloudy water); themeasuring for addressing the fecaland total bacteria counts in thewater; the holding of bacteria foodand the Incubator.Our education continued priorto meeting some of the villagers,through learning about the schoolsystem in Honduras. The childrenin the area we were visiting go toschool for half days, five hours perday, Monday through Friday. Theyonly go half of the day due to theschools not being able to providelunches. City children usually go toschool till the 6th grad; countrychildren usually drop out beforethe 6th grade due to the need towork each day for the family.We visited during the children’ssummer vacation, which isDecember through February. TheSchool system can get shut downat times and classes stopped dueto unpredicted teacher strikes,which can be at any time.Considered one of the poorestcountries in Central America,Honduras struggles to maintain itseducational system.There are littleto no textbooks, so the teacherswrite from the text on the board forstudents to copy. There are nohandouts, so, for example, aWATER: cont’d next pageFairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 17

Local Rotary members travel to HondurasWATER: cont’d from previous pagestudent had to draw his interpretationof a microscope to explain itas part of his lesson one day.We arrived in the village ofNamasigue and first approachedthe suburb of Apasuru’. In order toobtain a water filter to establish“pure water,” the family is asked topay 50 limps, which today is about$3.00 US. The total cost of the purewater filter for the family portion is150 limps and the current mayor istrying to pay 100 limps for eachfilter installed. Currently, in thevillage we visited, there are 150filters.We were fortunate to meet theNehémias Family. The well theyhad cost 10, 000 limps to dig andprocess (most was done bydifferent pay sources). They werelooking to get a pump since thebucket is the only source ofretrieval of the water. A nonelectricpump (since there is noelectricity) would cost 8,000 limps,which is approximately $421.00 US.There were six families in thishousehold that were sharing thiswell. Water can still be contaminatedand that is why thesecondary feature that they have isthe Pure Water Filter.In the main village, we encountereda man with a disabilitynamed Maximo Cruz Blandin. Hehad both his legs amputated, andcreated a device of a plastic formConnie Monopoli being presented with acknowledgement fromthe Mayor of Los Puentes jin front of the memorial for Len Monopoliin the villiage at Los Puentes. Submitted photothat he uses on his bottom to pushhimself around his small two roomcement house with no doors orwindows. He asked me to assisthim and I asked him what would bethe biggest help. He asked for awheelchair. We spoke about theminimal cost of a wheelchair andhow at my company MOLIFE, Inc.we have a big fundraiser each yearand we will ask others to share inthis man’s request.Megan from the Peace Corpsstated that if we get a wheelchairdown there for Maximo, they willbuild him a ramp.We then moved on to theMayor’s Office. The Mayor’sEnvironmental Officer Noe’ Castilloreflected how the filters havehelped a lot because the watersource was not protected. Thewater was not clean, it contained ahigh bacterial count. They havebeen drinking this water for morethan 20 years in this condition.The Office heard of this project for“Pure Water” and wanted to join in.It has now been a month since thenew filters have been in place andthey are beginning to see adifference in the decrease ofstomach illness and diarrhea.We were told the most commonjobs in Choluteca ,which aremostly for men, include Agriculture,Construction, and Vigilantes(holding a gun for 12 hoursin the streets for security). The payis usually 60-80 limps for the day,which wouldequal around$4.00 US. In thecity, people whomake filters getpaid 100 limpsper day.On January13, 2007, weheaded to ourdestination ofLos Puentes forthe viewing ofhow LenMonopoli is stillhelping out theworld today.Many speecheswere given bythe President of Rotary, peoplefrom the Pure Water Project inHonduras, the Mayor of LosPuentes, Megan from the PeaceCorps and me.The unveiling of a tremendousmonument was then done byConnie Monopoli. The school wasonly one place that was assisted.Through the generous donationsmade to the Rotary Club ofFairhaven in Len Monopoli’smemory, which resulted in$2,300.00 US, a whole village nowhas a covered well with a shelterand filters for pure water.The villagers told Connie thatthey were praying for Len becausehe brought them pure water andnow they will live better and longerlives.Len Monopoli not only was atrue Rotarian when he was alive,but two years to the day he passedaway….he was saving a village!!We participated in a celebrationlunch for Len Monopoli and touredthe area, being welcomed by thepeople of Los Puentes. Weparticipated in this new culturethat quickly became one familywith a common goal.The next day we were able toshare in a Catholic mass under atree with a priest from Cuba, travelto Cedeno and enjoyed some“Barbosa” (fish) and “Tajadas”(fried green plantain) at Playa doCedeno. Once again, we learnedabout the wonderful lives of thisincredible culture.As our journey came to a closethe next day and our travel back toTegucigalpa, the capital ofHonduras, we recognized what thewords “Mission Accomplished”mean. We also recognized the truemeaning of what being a Rotarianmeans in an International sense.And finally, we once againcelebrated the life of a man whowill live forever in our hearts andhas created new, healthier lives fora school and a village at LosPuentes.Thank you Len Monopoli andthank you Rotary International forestablishing the Pure WaterProject!! •••Page 18 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

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Calling All Rowers And Paddlers!Row For The Bay –Saturday, July 14, 2007The Buzzards Bay Rowing Clubwill host its second annual “Rowfor the Bay” on Saturday, July 14at 1:00 p.m. in conjunction with,and in support of the Coalitionfor Buzzards Bay’s 14th annual“Swim Buzzards Bay.”Registration for the three-milerace, which will begin and end atbeautiful Fort Taber Park in NewBedford, begins at 11:30 a.m., theday of the race. To pre-register,visit the Buzzards Bay RowingClub web site at www.buzzardsbayrowing.org or call 508-961-5955. The entry fee is $20.00 perrower and includes water, juice,fruit and refreshments for rowersat the end of the race. T-shirtswill be given to the first 50registered rowers.Awards will be presented towinners in various categories ofcraft including kayaks, shells,coxed boats and rowboats.Fort Tabor Park is an historicNew Bedford landmark. Theperfect place for a family outing,the Park includes a militarymuseum, playground for thechildren, and snack bar.For those who wish to take inthe beautiful vistas of the Bay,the Park offers an extensivebeach area, and walking andbiking paths along theoceanfront.Come on down and join thefun, while at the same time,helping to preserve Buzzard’sBay environment and culture.For more information, registrationform and directions, log onto our website www.buzzardsbayrowing.com or call (508) 961-5955. Registrations can be mailedto BBRC P.O. Box 86, Fairhaven,MA 02719.Bulky Item DayTrash dayBulky DayThursday Fri., May 25Wednesday Fri., June 8Tuesday Fri., June 15Monday Fri., June 22Will NOT accept refrigerators,microwaves, stoves, washers,dryers, water heaters,dehumidifiers, air conditioners,metal, regular household trash,computer monitors, videomonitors, automobile engines orbody parts, tires, batteries, motoroil, paint, propane tanks, gas tanksor cans, chemicals, stumps, bricks,blocks, concrete slabs, bags orboxes of dirt, rocks, gravel, stones,sand, leaves and brush.Will Accept: Box springs,mattresses, couches, chairs, andother furniture (limit 2 of eachitem); lumber and swing sets tiedin three-foot lengths and two feetwide (limit 10 bundles).All items to be picked up mustbe at the outside of the sidewalk nolater than 7 a.m. All items must beplaced neatly or no attempt will bemade to pick them up. •••In our continuing effort to help protectour customers and the community fromIdentity Theft, BankFive, incooperation with DataSafe,invites you to bring your oldunwanted documents to ourFairhaven Branch.DataSafe will shred yourdocuments on the spotfor free.Register to win shredders, Red Sox tickets andother great prizes… Shredders will be awardedevery half hour. (No purchase necessary.)• Free Refreshments• Free Baloons• Meet Nickels McFive• FUN 107 ‘Live’ BroadcastPage 20 Thursday, May 17, 2007 Fairhaven Neighborhood News

ML’sMysteryPicDo you know thisplace?If you do, contact us and wewill print your answer. Call508-979-5593, mail, 166 DogwoodStreet, Fairhaven, MA02719; or email: neighbnews@comcast.net. Fax: 508-991-5580.Photo from the M.L.. Baron, WIWS historial archives.CallEdwardPerennials • Annuals • Herbs • OrganicsVegetable plants • And so much moreWe choose our plants carefully…you should, too.Planting • Cemetery Monuments • Sidewalks • Stone Walls • Flower Boxes, etc.508-998-8317 • 508-951-3169 • 3506 Acushnet Avenue • New BedfordA menu for every palateOpen for dinner, Wed.-Fri., until 9 p.m.Last Week’s PhotoML says:This photo was taken on August 31st, 1954, shortly after the 10'tidal surge began to dissipate. The picture was taken on BridgeStreet looking west at the corner ofPark Avenue. Most of the buildingsand homes are still present.Fairhaven Funeral Home is in thebackground to the left. FrenchiesVariety Store is long gone, now theparking lot for the funeral home atthe corner of Bridge & Main Streets.Our Readers say:If I remember correctly it is the corner of Main &Bridge Streets with Fairhaven Funeral Home on thecorner in first photo.Second photo is taken farther down Bridge St. nearthe entrance to Cushman Park. It was the summerbetween my Junior and Senior years in high school. Ican remember the water rising way up on the highschool lawn almost to the building. It was before theHurricane Barrier was built so harbor water rose inmany places including the beginning of Cherry Streetup almost to Lafayette Street The National Guard wascalled out to help on the Fairhaven/New Bedfordbridge where many businesses were flooded,including a Woolworth’s 5 & 10, and an A&P.Mary Jane Richard•••M.L. Baron’s Mystery Photo is the same streetwhere he grew up... BRIDGE STREET, near the cornerof Main Street. That was easy. Rosalie C Ponte•••I remember Hurricane Carol (1954) very vividly. Iwas seven years old and staying at my grandmother’shouse on Green Street (#139). From this vantagepoint I remember seeing my father float down GreenStreet in a Civil Defense boat.Your mystery picture is on Bridge Street about oneblock east of Main Street. I attended the old TrinityLutheran Church on Larch Ave., just around thecorner from where this picture was taken. I enjoyreading your paper, keep up the good work.A full blooded Townie, Allen PatenaudeFairhaven Computer RepairA local repairman for the local community!• Hearty breakfastswith farm freshextra large eggs• Daily entrees,children’s menu,desserts• Seafood specials• Dieters’ specials/Atkins & So. Beach• Pasta, salads,soups & chowders• Sandwiches: rolls,wraps & burgers• Beer & wineLifestyles Plaza270 Huttleston Avenue • Fairhaven • 508-991-7452Hours: Mon.-Tues., 5 a.m.-2 p.m.; Wed.-Sat. 5 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 5 a.m.-noon• House Calls• On-Site Service 24/7• Repairs • Installs• Upgrades • Networks• Laptops • Wireless508-991-0169Fairhaven Neighborhood News Thursday, May 17, 2007 Page 21

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