001the priority project update the cins center the town of Ashlin has partnered with UMass Boston's colins Center for a staffing assessment to improve efficiency and resource allocation the first phase now underway involves data collection and comparisons with similar communities the findings will help guide recommendations on Staffing levels technology upgrades and process improvements Public Safety departments will be assessed in the next phase now for some news that you need to know the Mary Penny Mort Public Health award the Board of Health is accepting nominations for the 8th Annual Mary Penny Mortenson Public Health award recognizing outstanding contributions to Public Health in Ashland nominees will be honored with a plaque at Town Hall if you know someone making a difference submit your nomination to the Board of Health ashin mini Renaissance Fair step back in time at
002Ashlin library's second annual mini Renaissance Fair on Saturday May 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. vendors performers and food trucks are invited to participate though no me or a please the deadline for vendor applications is March 15th don't miss this funfilled event at the farmers market field on Front Street the Metro West College and Career Fair students and parents mark your calendars for the Metro West College and Career Fair on Saturday March 15th from 9:00 a.m. to noon at ashin high school over 100 colleges and 50 career professionals will be available to answer questions and offer guidance on higher education and career paths volunteers are also needed to share insights about their professions visit m W ccf.org for more details and now it's time for our community shout out today we recognize Deb malles
003an occupational therapist and owner of kids and motion therapy center right here in Ashland Deb and her team provide essential occupational and speech therapy services for children of all ages making a profound impact on families in our community her expertise compassion and dedication help children reach their full potential while offering much needed support to parents Kids in Motion is more than just a therapy center it's a safe and welcoming space where families connect and find Hope from all of us in Ashlin thank you Deb for your incredible work and commitment to our children's growth and wellbeing you truly make a difference now for some local meetings stay informed about town Decisions by tuning into upcoming meetings at town hall or on waca TV here are a few key dates February 18th the historic commission at
0047:30 p.m. and sustainability committee at 7:00 p.m. February 9 the select board at 700 p.m. February 20th the open space and Recreation committee at 700 p.m. find full agendas on the town website the town manager coffee hours looking to chat with Town manager Michael Herbert join him for coffee and conversation on the third Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Ashlin Community Center the next session is on February 19th for upcoming events we have friends of the Ashen library today book sale stock up on books at the March book sale happening Friday February 28th and Saturday March 1st at the ashin public library don't miss the bag sale fill a bag with books for just $5 in the ashin Education Foundation casino night enjoy a fun night out Saturday March 8th at the
005Warren Conference Center while supporting ashin Public Schools play casino games enjoy live music and bid on auction items looking for something fun to do at the ashin public library here are some upcoming events there for all ages for teens and adults we have the cookbook Club February 18th at 5:00 p.m. featuring Pray song for the kitchen ghosts Come Share dishes and discussion gentle yoga February 18th at 6: p.m. relax and unwind in this calming session in the ESL conversation group February 19th at 6:30 p.m. a great way to practice English in a friendly environment for kids we have the anime club on February 18th 6:30 p.m. a fun meet up for young anime fans build wve February 20th at 10:30 a.m. a Hands-On building game experience and Blast Off Bonanza February 21st at 10:30 a.m.
006where kids can launch their own rockets and explore the wonders of space for more details on these events check out the town's website or contact the ashin public library stay tuned for some more local updates a big thank you to our town manager Michael Herbert and the town staff for putting together this newsletter and thanks to you all for tuning in this is hi silver with waa wishing you a good night and go clockers