I finally was able to book a gym. The District Free Throw will be held this Saturday, February 27th at 1pm at the Holyoke YMCA located on Beech and Appleton Streets. I have notified all the kids that have advanced to the next level. I have asked them to be there by no later than 12:45pm. I am not sure if Sal is still out of the area due to his job but I will need some help along with you bringing the basketballs. I have asked Elder council with the same request. Any questions please call me on my cell phone 335-4089.

Thanks,

Mike Kirkpatrick -- Our District Deputy

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St. Patrick's Dinner

Don Flannery chairing;

            CAPTAINS:

                  ~ Ticket Sales: Marty Rheault 596-3220;

                        ~ Volunteers needed to cover Masses in Rotunda

                  ~ Raffles: Edmond Etti 267-5645 [Joe DeRoy and

                        Steve      Dinioa to assist]

Raffle Prizes Can Be Dropped at Don Flannery's Office, @ Springfield and Main Streets in Wilbraham.  To insure he's there, call @ 596-9982.

                  ~ Joe Lawler to MC distribution

                  ~ Council Members should solicit or make a                                                 donation in the $50 range.

                  ~ Kitchen Crews: Bob St. Pierre & Ed Spear -- Volunteers                                     should sign-up at meeting;

                  ~ Promotions/Posters: Ron Hale 596-6554

                  ~ Front of House [i.e., Wait Staff]: Jim Ross 596-6544

                  ~ Dessert: Ray Metzger 596-9571

                  ~ Hall Set-Up: Ron Serra 530-3183

                  ~ Bar: Dave Money [adequately covered]

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  March 16 meeting will be preceded by a Blood Drive for Mercy Hospital.  Donations are encouraged.

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"Brothers – Once again I am asking for your help in working the “Front of the House” at this year’s St. Patrick’s Dinner on March 14th. Working as a waiter is a fun, easy way to support the event and the council as well as meeting brothers who may be new to the group. It requires only a few hours and no previous experience is needed. If you can help, please either e-mail me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call me at 364-5729. I look forward to your positive response and to working with you on the 14th! Fraternally, Jim Ross. “

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Members who may want to join the prayerful protests at the local abortion clinic in downtown Springfield may contact Bruce Forsythe @ 413-896-6857 for information.

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Reminder of Men's Conference in Springfield March 13, 2010 number for Info is 413-452-0811.

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