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Winter Carnival canceled
Due to the un-winter-like weather, the Winter Carnival scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 12, at Mill Pond is canceled. The Fire Department will still perform an ice rescue demonstration at the pond at 11 a.m. that day. Spectators are welcome.
GAR Memorial Library news
Children's Librarian Kate Gove reminds parents that Winter Story Hours and Toddler Times have started.
Toddler Times for 2- and 3-year-olds take place on either Wednesday or Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Story Times for 3- to 6-year-olds take place Tuesdays at 10:15 to 11 a.m. or at 1:15 to 2 p.m. or on Thursdays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Register by phone or at the Library.
Junior Grange welcomes members
Do you have a child between the ages of 5 and 14 and are looking for a fun, low-cost activity for them? Laurel Junior Grange just is reorganizing. Junior Grange teaches leadership skills and how to get involved in the community and provides an opportunity to make lasting friendships. Anyone who is interested or who wants more information should contact Jackie Carter of Laurel Grange #161 in West Newbury at 978-352-2986 or by email at midnight721@verizon.net.


