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December 26, 2012

Triton plans special education workshops

Triton’s office of special education, along with the Massachusetts Association of Special Education Parent Advisory Councils, will present a Basic Rights Workshop at Triton Regional High School on Thursday, Jan. 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again on Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The presentation will be given jointly by David Magee, Triton’s administrator of special education, and Leslie M. Leslie of MassPAC. Magee also will invite parents of students receiving special education services to participate in establishing a vision for Triton’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council.

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Have a favorite holiday recipe? Consider submitting it to be part of the Rowley Historical Society’s updated cookbook. Recipes, along with your name and a short comment about the dish, if desired, should be sent to Diane McMahon, 14 Forest St., Rowley 01969.

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The Rowley Public Library Book Club will meet tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the memoir, “Blood, Bone & Butter.” Author Gabrielle Hamilton, chef-owner of Prune restaurant, writes of the unexpected places life can take you when you are least expecting it and of the comfort that food can bring along the way. All are welcome to join in the club discussion.

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In observance of the holiday, the Rowley Public Library will be closed on Monday, Dec. 31, and Tuesday, Jan. 1.

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Rowley Family Connection is working with other sponsors on a fun-filled event for young children enamored of teddy bears. The Teddy Bear Clinic will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Salisbury Elementary School cafeteria.

Children are invited to bring their favorite bear for a check-up, a meet and greet with Dr. Teddy that promises plenty of photo opportunities, a session of kid aerobics and enjoyment of healthy snacks.

The interactive clinic sponsored by Triton District Family Connection Agencies and Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport is designed to help children feel comfortable when visiting a doctor.

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It’s not too early to think spring. Registrations are being accepted for Triton Youth Lacrosse, which is open to both boys and girls in grades 1 through 8 in the surrounding communities. Also, volunteers are needed for such positions as the group’s president, treasurer and secretary, in order to continue the successful operation of the program. For more information, visit www.tri-lax.com or contact Tom Galligan at 617-548-1407 or trilax@comcast.net.

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Michelle Pelletier Marshall reports on the town of Rowley for The Daily News. She can be reached at marshallsinmass@comcast.net.

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