001[Music] hello clockers my name is hi silver and I'm very excited to bring you another segment of waa news blog today I'll be giving a quick update on the latest Ashlin happenings as highlighted in the town manager's newsletter coming up we have a special town meeting which will be held on November 19th so mark your calendars for Tuesday November 19th at 700 p.m. Ashley will be holding a special town meeting at the high school all registered voter voters are invited to participate in this open town meeting where critical financial decisions and Community bylaws will be discussed new businesses welcome to Ashland this week two exciting businesses joined our community with ribbon cutting ceremonies Chase Bank at 320 Pawn Street offering top-notch personal and business banking services Chase Bank is now ready to serve Ashland and
002the surrounding town This Modern banking Hub is a welcome addition to the community the future Masters chess Academy at 200 Homer Avenue a state-of-the-art facility for all ages to learn and master chess founded in 2016 by chess master lawyer times the academy teaches students from age four and up don't miss their open house next weekend let's give a warm ashon welcome to these new businesses and celebrate their success welcome us and she has the citizens Academy learn about your local government Ashlin is launching a 10-week Citizens Academy starting January 8th 2025 to give residents an inside look at how local government operates the program meets on the 2 and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and will include presentations from department heads tour of public facilities and interactive Q&A sessions class
003size is limited to 15 people so apply early to secure your spot the November shop local campaign support Ash businesses this November with the shop local campaign follow Ashland bizbuzz on Facebook to see daily highlights of local businesses and keep your spending in town Town manager's coffee hour will be held on November 20th join Town manager Michael Herbert for his coffee hour on Wednesday November 20th at 10:00 a.m. at the Ashlin Community Center it's a great opportunity to ask questions and connect with Town Administration the last yard waist pickup is on November 25th curbside yard Wass pickup ends Monday November 25th so don't miss your last chance to dispose of those fallen leaves the ashin holiday program so important donate gift cards and filler gifts help spread holiday Joy by contributing to Ashland visit the
004town website for details on how to donate the vaccine clinic will be held on November 19th a flu Co RSV and other vaccine clinic will be held on Tuesday November 19th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. a.m. at Town Hall registration is required and some vaccines have limited availability a simple gesture support the food pantry consider donating to a simple gesture a community program supporting the Ashlin food pantry High School volunteers will collect donations for the holidays helping provide essential items for families in need the next pickup is December 7th very exciting pickle ball tops Town's Sports poll a recent Town poll revealed pickle ball as the top choice for a sport resident want to play locally good news for enthusiasts you can enjoy indoor games at Clock Tower pickle ball which is also adding
005a bar and food options for outdoor play consider the courts at the University Club at Warren Conference Center available with a membership this week's Community shout out goes to Megan Baker this week we're recognizing her for her incredible dedication to the Ashley and Community from coaching soccer and organizing youth basketball to volunteering offering rid Child Care and More Megan is always ready to help her tireless efforts and humble attitude make her a true unsung hero thank you Megan for all that you do some upcoming meetings stay informed about your community meetings are held in the town hall select boardroom or remotely and can be watched on waca Tuesday as mentioned November 19th there will be a special town meeting at 700 p.m. and Wednesday November 20th there will be a select board meeting at 7
006p.m. agendas are posted at least 48 hours in advance so you can visit the town website for more detail mark your calendars for the Holiday Stroll on Saturday December 7th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. downtown Ashland enjoy festive family fund with 25 plus local vendors giveaways shopping marshmallow roasting and letters to Santa at The Corner Spot don't miss this annual event the Ashland tree lighting will be coming up on Saturday December 7th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Montenegro Square join in the holiday cheer with caroling hot cocoa cookies and the Magical tree lighting at 4:30 p.m. to welcome Santa to Town the future Master's chess Academy open house this will be held on Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. challenge Master challenge Master players and attend a free tournament on Sunday
007November 24th from 2: p.m. to 7:00 p.m. details at future chess masters.com the Ashling Public Schools fall band and coral concerts coming up on Friday December 6th at 700 p.m. enjoy performances by by ashin high school and middle school bands featuring classical pieces movie favorites and a tribute to jsbach celebrate our talented young musicians Ashland's Thanksgiving Market on Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Montenegro Square the Ashland Farmers Market wraps up its season with a Thanksgiving Market featuring produce meat Dairy baked goods and Artisan vendors don't miss your chance to shop local before the market returns in June the Ashen Police Department Marine Corps Reserve Association is holding a toy drive on November 1st through December 11th donate new unwrapped toys at the ashin public safety building to support the Marine
008Corps Reserve association's annual toy drive the holiday Boutique will be held on Saturday December 7th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Federated Church of Ashland 118 Main Street stop by the holiday Boutique during the Holiday Stroll for Unique Treasures and goodies just in time for the holidays now some happenings at the Ashland Public Library for adult events we have the ESL conversation Group which will be held on Monday November 18th from 6:30 to 7:50 p.m. there will be some card making with Jan pomp andc Monday November 18th 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. now some half-past crafts giant Acorn decorations on Wednesday November 20th 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and now for the children's events there is a Lego Club with Kim the legol lady on on Wednesday November 20th 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. La quento
009Spanish Story Time Wednesday November 20th 6:30 to 7:30 also Friday free play Friday November 22nd 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. a big thank you to our town manager Michael Herbert and the town staff for putting together this newsletter and thanks to everyone for tuning in this is Hal silver with waca wishing you a good night and go clockers [Music]