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and those latent orange and yellow pigments start to show. Soon, we see the brilliant yellows and oranges characteristic of a New England autumn.

In some trees, leaves convert leftover sugar into pigments called anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are responsible for the bright red and purple hues we see in Oaks, Maples, and many other trees in New England. While only 10% of leaves on trees across the country produce anthocyanins, in New England it’s a whopping 70%. This explains why our autumns are like no other and offer the widest variety of colors. From year to year, the vividness of autumn reds varies according to the weather. During brighter autumns, leaves produce more antho-cyanins, leading to more intense reds and purples and a greater variety of colors.

This month we’ll take our own leaf-peeping trip on a fall foliage ride around Lexington and Concord. Stay tuned for more details!

Autumn is here, and there’s no better place to experience autumn than in New Eng-land. With its heavy forests and unique weather conditions, New England presents ideal conditions for brilliant fall foliage.

We are the only region in the United States where people travel from around the world just to get a look at the changing leaves. “Leaf peepers,” as these tourists are known, also provide a boost to our economy. During an average October, leaf tourists spend around $2.5 million in Massachusetts alone, making autumn not only beautiful, but a lucrative time of year.

What causes the leaves to change, and why are they so brilliant in New England?

Fall colors are present in leaves all year long – we just can’t see them. During the spring and summer, leaves contain high levels of chlorophyll, a green pigment that overpowers the other colors. Leaves use chlorophyll to produce sugar (food) and release oxygen. This process relies on a combination of sunlight, water and minerals. As the days get shorter, the leaves slow down their chlorophyll production

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Halloween Fun with Bonaparté, “Boston’s Hottest Magician”Sunday, October 20 at 10:30 AMResidents, staff, families and especially children are invited to don their Halloween costumes and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating, games and magic. Please RSVP to the Programs Department to let us know how many children will attend!

as we consider the life and work of one of the greatest painters of all time.

American History Lecture Series with Gary HylanderSlavery and the Supreme CourtSaturday, October 12 at 2:00 PMThe history of slavery in America is long and brutal. Though it became a defining feature of the southern economy, few recall that slavery was legal in all thirteen colonies at the outbreak of the American Revolution. In a prologue to the bitter fight that would unfold between North and South, a clause condemning slavery was deleted from the final draft of the Declaration of Independence for political reasons. In this lecture series, Professor Gary Hylander discusses how the Supreme Court addressed the moral and political repercussions of slavery and its territorial expansion during the antebellum period.

Drumming Circle with SoulWorks Rhythm Monday, October 21 at 2:00 PMExperience the exhilaration of communal drumming! For centuries, many cultures have made drumming a central part of communal life. Recently, drumming has been associated with therapeutic benefits like lower blood pressure and stress relief. SoulWorks Rhythm will provide an array of drums and guide participants through traditional drumming techniques.

Reading Shakespeare with Abbie TruaxHamlet - The Final ActWednesday, October 16 at 2:00 PMHamlet is the most psychologically complex of Shakespeare’s great tragedies. In this program, participants will read, discuss and re-enact selections from Act V, one of Shakespeare’s most poignant and violent conclusions. Discussion of the final scenes will tie together textual analysis to questions of production itself: if you were in charge of staging Hamlet, how would you portray the action? Based on the text, how would the characters be likely to interact during their final confrontation at Elsinore?

Ballroom Dancing with Michael WinwardTuesday, October 1 at 2:00 PMWith instructor Michael Winward leading, dancers of all abilities are able to get moving in a supportive and joyful environment. Inspired by the idea that people of all ages and abilities should have opportunities to dance, Mr. Winward has led social Ballroom and Latin dance workshops throughout Greater Boston, witnessing firsthand the many benefits that dancing provides for the “Over-55” community. Dance encourages good posture, offers low-impact, cardiovascular exercise and connects people through the skills of leading and following.

Broadway Seated Dance with Phyllis RittnerWednesday, October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 9:30 AMBroadway Seated Dance is a music and dance program for older adults who love the upbeat tunes from movie musicals, Broadway and the popular performers dazzling audiences between the 1930s and 1960s. This program includes a gentle warm up, easy-to-follow body movements and a relaxing cool down. The exercises are designed to improve cardiovascular function, range of motion, muscle tone, posture, circulation and flexibility. Be sure to join us on Wednesday mornings!

Music Appreciation Lecture with Richard TraversNationalist ComposersWednesday, October 2 at 2:00 PMThe 19th century was a time of political upheaval in which passionate nationalism prevailed. Influenced by such “nationalistic” works as the Hungarian Rhapsodies of Franz Liszt, composers from many European countries became determined to develop a national style of music for their homeland. To do this they turned to the dances, folk songs, history and national legends of their countries as a basis for their musical compositions.

ArtMatters Presents . . . Vincent Van GoghTuesday, October 8 at 2:00 PMVan Gogh’s life is one of the most dramatic and tragic stories in art history. His paintings succeed in conveying the passion that fueled his career as he struggled against poverty and frequent bouts of mental illness. Join us

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Marie K. October 6Elsie S. October 14Mary H. October 26Residents born in October are invited to lunch in the Private Dining Room to celebrate on Friday, October 18 at 12:00 PM.

Lexington Center Thursday, October 3 & 24Time: 1:00 PM Return: 2:30 PM

Lexington Stop & Shop Friday, October 4Time: 9:30 AM Return: 11:00 AM

Burlington Market BasketFriday, October 11 & 25Time: 9:30 AM Return: 11:00 AM

Shopping Trips

October 16th is the Feast Day of Marguerite d’Youville, foundress of the Grey Nuns and the first native Canadian in history to be canonized as a Catholic saint. She is also the namesake of the Youville Assisted Living Residences, which is why we pay her special tribute. Marguerite lived during the 18th century in Montreal, where she devoted most of her life to serving the sick and the poor. She defied gender and class boundaries of the time, becoming the Director of the General Hospital in Montreal in spite of her status as a poor widow. She advocated for the burial rights of executed criminals and even begged for money to pay to have them buried. Faced with her own financial worries, she remained focused on those who had even less than herself.

Throughout her life, Marguerite’s strong religious faith fueled her charitable endeavors and her zeal to help those in need. Her energy inspired support from those around her and eventually won her a considerable following.

Marguerite was born in 1701 in Varennes, Quebec. Her early life had its share of misfortune, starting with the death of her father when she was a little girl. As a young woman she married Francois d’Youville, a notorious bootlegger who soon sank the family in debt. He would disappear from home for long periods of time and eventually fell ill. Marguerite had already lost four of their children to illness. When her husband passed away, he left her a poor widow at the age of thirty.

Despite this, her faith and devotion to those in need continued to grow. She opened a shop where she sold her handiwork, using the proceeds to pay off her late husband’s debt and help others. She and three other women began living together, providing shelter to the homeless. The work of the Grey Nuns, in its earliest incarnation, had begun. The women were mocked as “the grey nuns,” a reference to Marguerite’s late husband, an appellation that also means “tipsy nuns” in French. The women embraced the name and even began dressing in grey.

St. Marguerite d’Youville Feast Day

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Officially recognized as The Sisters of Charity of Montreal, “The Grey Nuns” established and managed a vast network of healthcare organizations, nursing homes, senior care facilities, and assisted living residences throughout North and South America. Please join us for a Mass celebrating St. Marguerite’s life on Wednesday, October 16 at 4:00 PM.

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9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Outreach Project11:00 Chaplet of Divine Mercy 2:00 Profiles of Women in History: Empress Dowager Cixi w/ Richard Brabander 3:15 Celebrate Marguerite d’Youville 7:00 Movie: The Notebook

9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Let’s Talk Food11:00 Chaplet of Divine Mercy 2:00 An Afternoon of Music w/ Nancy Day 3:15 DVD: The Cathedrals 7:00 Movie: Arthur

Feast of St. Marguerite d’Youville 9:30 Broadway Seated Dance10:30 Centering Prayer 2:00 Reading Shakespeare: Hamlet w/ Abbie 4:00 Mass Celebrating St. Marguerite d”Youville 7:00 Documentary Movie: TBA

9:30 Broadway Seated Dance 10:30 Centering Prayer 11:00 Lunch Trip: Colonial Inn 1:30 Documentary Movie: Jackie Robinson: My Story 3:30 Black Jack 7:00 Documentary Movie: Jackie Robinson: My Story

9:30 Stretch & Flex11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 Forever Fit 4:00 Country Western Happy Hour 7:00 Music & Musical Film: Cats

9:30 Balance Challenge 9:30 Shopping Trip: Burlington Market Basket 2:00 Food Around the World w/ Dan 3:15 Flower Arranging 7:00 Movie: Mrs. Doubtfire

9:30 Balance Challenge10:30 Nutritionist Sandra Peck12:00 Birthday Luncheon1:30 Caring Canines3:15 Flower Arranging7:00 Movie: Moonstruck

9:30 Balance Challenge 9:30 Shopping Trip: Burlington Market Basket 10:30 Current Events w/ Pam 2:00 The Incredible Beauty of Switzerland w/ Barry Pell 3:15 Flower Arranging 7:00 Movie: Unplanned

1:30 Silent Movie w/ Richard Hughes 7:00 Spooky Saturday Showing: The Mummy

9:30 Balance Challenge10:30 Meet Lesley Intern Kaeleigh11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 Drumming Circle w/ SoulWorks Rhythm 3:30 Bingo 7:00 Movie: Green Book

2:00 Classic Matinee Movie: The Maltese Falcon 7:00 Classic Movie: The Maltese Falcon

2:00 Classical Pianist MinkYung Oh7:00 Classic Movie: Arsenic and Old Lace

10:30 Resident & Family Halloween Party 2:00 Classic Matinee Movie: Key Largo 7:00 Classic Movie: Key Largo

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Columbus Day 9:30 Balance Challenge10:15 Cranium Crunchers11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 Ice Cream at the Ashram: Reflections w/ Rev. Debbie Clark 3:30 Bingo 7:00 Movie: Vanity Fair

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Yom Kippur begins at sundown... 9:30 Stretch & Flex11:00 Chaplet of Divine Mercy 2:00 ArtMatters presents... Vincent Van Gogh 3:15 Yom Kippur Reflections 7:00 Movie: Victor/Victoria

Flu Clinic at 10:00 AM 9:30 Stretch & Flex11:00 Rosary w/ Frank1:00 Trans. to Lexington Ctr. 2:00 Forever Fit! 4:00 Happy Hour 7:00 Music & Musical Film: Aladdin

9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Cooking w/ Christie 2:00 Historical Lecture Series Slavery & the Supreme Court w/ Gary Hylander 3:15 Autumn Brews 7:00 Spooky Saturday Showing: Hocus Pocus

9:30 Broadway Seated Dance 10:30 Centering Prayer 10:30 Trip: Fall Foliage Ride 2:00 Pumpkin Carving Demo 3:30 Black Jack 7:00 Documentary Movie: In Search of History: Salem Witch Trials

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9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Nurse’s Chat 11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 1:30 The Story of Swing w/ Jack Craig 4:00 Happy Hour 7:00 Music & Musical Film: Funny Girl

2:00 Spooky Saturday Showing: Maleficent 7:00 Spooky Saturday Showing: Maleficent

PS Salon HoursThursday & Friday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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9:30 Balance Challenge10:30 Self-Care Secrets: Aromatherapy Hand Massages11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 October Jeopardy Trivia 3:30 Bingo 7:00 Movie: Beloved: Part 1

2:00 Classic Matinee Movie: Goldfinger 7:00 Classic Movie: Goldfinger

Transportation HoursMonday through Friday

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9:30 Balance Challenge10:30 Low Vision Support Group11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 Sacred Jewish Chanting w/ Matt Ponak 3:30 Bingo 7:00 Movie: The Bucket List

9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Cooking w/ Christie 2:00 Bingo 3:30 Autumn Brews 7:00 Spooky Saturday Showing: The Lady Vanishes

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9:30 Balance Challenge 9:30 Shopping Trip: Lex. S&S 1:00 Wellness Chat 1:30 Blood Pressure Clinic 2:00 Flower Arranging 3:00 Music through the Ages w/ Pianist Sivan Etedgee 7:00 Movie: Fiddler on the Roof: Pt. 2

9:30 Stretch & Flex10:30 Meet Lesley Interns Helen & Jenna11:00 Chaplet of Divine Mercy 2:00 Ballroom Dancing w/ Michael Winward 3:15 Celebrate Rosh Hashanah 7:00 Movie: The Remains of the Day

9:30 Broadway Seated Dance10:30 Centering Prayer 2:00 Music Lecture Series: Nationalist Composers w/ Richard Travers 3:30 Black Jack 7:00 Documentary Movie: Empires: Martin Luther

9:30 Stretch & Flex11:00 Chaplet of Divine Mercy 2:00 Youville’s Sky Watchers Club 3:15 DVD: The Cathedrals 7:00 Movie: Beloved: Part 2

9:30 Broadway Seated Dance 10:30 Centering Prayer 11:30 Lunch Trip: Sanyo 1:30 Documentary Movie: Haunted History of Halloween 3:30 Black Jack 7:00 Documentary Movie: Haunted History of Halloween

Halloween 9:30 Stretch & Flex11:00 Rosary w/ Frank 2:00 Youville’s Spooktacular Halloween Costume Contest! 4:00 Halloween Happy Hour 7:00 Music & Musical Film: The Nightmare Before Christmas

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The Story of Swing with Jack CraigThursday, October 10 at 1:30 PM From 1910 to the 1950s, dance bands left an indelible footprint on American culture. This period, known as the swing era, featured charismatic bandleaders with signature songs and superstar singers. Entertainer Jack Craig will lead a singalong of hits from the 1930s, featuring Eddy Duchin, Fats Waller, Xavier Cugat, Ruby Newman, Pinky Tomlin, Kay Starr, Alrene Francis and Ted Straeter.

Profiles of Women in History with Professor Richard BrabanderEmpress Dowager CixiTuesday, October 15 at 2:00 PMAs a regent for her son, Empress Dowager Cixi essentially ruled China from 1861 until 1908. She instituted technological and military reforms, overhauled a corrupt bureaucracy and faced the greatest crisis of her long reign during the infamous Boxer Rebellion of 1899-1901. This lecture will explore the life and accomplishments of one the most powerful women in Asian history. For context, Dr. Brabander will begin the lecture with an introduction to the grand scope of East Asian history.

Photography Presentation with Barry PellThe Incredible Beauty of SwitzerlandFriday, October 25 at 2:00 PMLecturer, photographer and world traveler Barry Pell takes you on a visual journey to the most beautiful country in Europe. From the rugged Alpine landscape that covers over 60 percent of the country to its medieval old towns, Switzerland mixes dramatic rural vistas with charming urban architecture. Mr. Pell’s presentation will document his cross-country journey by car, cog railroad, gondola and on foot. He will discuss the government and culture of Switzerland alongside his stunning photographs of chalet farmsteads, steepled churches, frescoed townhouses, epic mountains, lakes and glaciers. If you love traveling or appreciate breathtaking photography, this program is not to be missed.

Every October, Youville staff and residents focus on giving back to the community in observation of Mission Month. Our long-standing tradition has been to provide volunteer services and donations of essential items to the St. Patrick’s Women’s Shelter in Somerville. Sponsored by Catholic Charities, St. Patrick’s supports homeless and vulnerable women in times of emergency. In addition to food and shelter, women receive referrals for health care, mental health services, educational services and housing. A transitional program helps women to move forward toward a better future.

This month, Youville residents will be invited to assemble care packages for guests of the shelter. Youville staff will deliver the packages and spend a day volunteering at the shelter. In past years, staff have helped with housekeeping, painting, food preparation, landscaping, maintenance and many other projects around the shelter.

To learn more about St. Patrick’s Shelter and how you can help, contact Kathleen Kelleher, Director of Mission and Spiritual Care.

Meet our Seminarian InternsThis month, two seminarians studying at Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary will be working with residents at Youville Place. We are excited to get to know them over the course of their year of study!

Dung Ngoc Quoc “Vincent” VuVincent hails from Vietnam, where he was active in the life of the Church for many years before moving to New York. He is thrilled to develop his pastoral skills in working with Youville residents as he continues on his spiritual journey toward priesthood.Deacon Gene SchaefferDeacon Gene hails from St. Louis, Missouri, where he spent thirty years working in management positions in Information Technology before becoming ordained as a Permanent Deacon in 2007. He will visit Youville Place on Tuesday mornings during his year at the seminary before moving back to St. Louis to become a diocesan priest.

Flu Vaccine Winchester Pharmacy will be at Youville Place on Thursday, October 24 at 10:00 AM to administer flu shots in advance of the winter flu season. The Center for Disease Controls recommends that all adults get annual flu shots to protect against the three most active strains of flu. People over the age of 65 are especially encouraged to have their annual vaccinations. Please sign up at the front desk to reserve your appointment for a flu shot. The vaccine contains the three strains of flu that experts predict will be most prominent this year. Every year the strains typically include: a) an Influenza A (H1N1) virus, b) an Influenza A (H3N2) virus, and c) an Influenza B virus. The vaccination works by exposing the body to small amounts of the viruses and causing the immune system to develop antibodies. Peak flu season is generally in January and February, but people can begin coming down the flu as early as October. The earlier you get your vaccine, the better your chances of being protected against an early outbreak. The most typical flu symptoms include:

• Fever/chills• Sore throat• Cough• Headache • Runny or stuffy nose• Fatigue• Headache

Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to avoid the flu. However, it won’t give you a 100% guarantee of an influ-enza-free winter. Flu viruses are constantly changing, and there’s always the small chance of catching a virus not included in the vaccine. So take extra precautions: Get into the habit of washing your hands often and thoroughly this winter. Make use of the hand sanitizer dispensers stationed around the building, and cover your coughs to avoid spreading germs.

Community OutingsMerchant’s Row at The Colonial InnWednesday, October 23Depart: 11:00 AMReturn: 2:00 PM Cost: $ for lunch Refined but not formal, Merchant’s Row is a beautiful restaurant surrounded by 300 years of living history in the Colonial Inn. It is the perfect destination for an enjoyable lunch!

SanyoWednesday, October 30Depart: 11:30 AMReturn: 2:00 PM Cost: $ for lunchSanyo serves fine Asian cuisine in the heart of downtown Lexington. The lunch menu features Chinese and Japanese specials, including a la carte sushi. Located just a few blocks from Youville, Sanye makes for an easy and elegant lunch getaway.

Youville’s Sky Watchers ClubTuesday. October 29 at 2:00 PM

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Years ago, Youville resident Jack Borden received a special honor from the American Meteorological Society for his role in “fostering appreciation of the sky and promoting innovative public educational programs.” Formerly a news broadcaster, Jack literally woke up to the beauty of the sky in middle age: he was taking a nap outside and when he opened his eyes and saw nothing but sky. So began his ongoing love affair with all things sky-related. It began with the establishment of “For Spacious Skies,” a non-profit he established to incorporate sky awareness into the public school curriculum. From science observations and learning about clouds to creative writing exercises, the program incorporated many disciplines and was a huge hit with teachers.

These days, Jack is the leading member of Youville’s Sky Watchers Club, a group of Youville residents who share a common interest and appreciation in the sky. This month, the Sky Watchers will meet to gaze upward, reflect on their observations and participate in creative writing exercises. All are welcome to join!

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Save the Dates...Programs Planning Meetingw/ Lead Programs Assistant, Simona GranfoneThursday, October 3 at 10:30 AM

Resident Management Meetingw/ Youville DirectorsThursday, October 3 at 2:00 PM

Nurse’s Chatw/ Director of Wellness, Kathryn CarlinoThursday, October 10 at 10:30 AM

Let’s Talk Foodw/ Director of Dining Services, Dan MacRaeTuesday, October 22 at 10:30 AM

Country Store Store HoursMonday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWednesday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMFriday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Store Volunteers: Sr. Theresa R., Sr. Dolores B. & Brigid S.

Transportation ServicesTransportation HoursMonday through Friday8:00 AM - 2:00 PMThe fee for transportation is $10.00 for Lexington and $20.00 for surrounding communities. Please see the Programs Department with any questions. We will make every effort to accommodate your wishes, but please understand that no transportation can be guaranteed with less than 48 hours notice.

Programs / Menu Hotline...Have you ever wondered whether your favorite program is on the schedule for the day? Would you like to know in advance what the daily menu choices are? Now you can hear a recorded list of the daily programs as well as the menu for lunch and dinner at Youville Place. Simply call (781) 761-1334 directly, or call the Reception Desk and the receptionist will connect you.

Youville Place Management Team

Nicole Breslin CEO & PresidentJoanne Scianna COO Tom Landry Director of Human ResourcesKathleen Kelleher Director of Mission & Spiritual CarePaula Desmond-Wallace Regional ControllerKatie Blanchard Director of Programs Susan Snow Director of MarketingKathryn Carlino, RN Director of WellnessDan MacRae Director of Dining ServicesBob Salamanca Director of Environmental ServicesVirginia Ellis Director of Community Life Yanira Burgos Director of Community RelationsMelissa McGee Director of the Courtyard

Mission We are a Catholic health ministry, providing

healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our HeritageYouville Assisted Living Residences are communities grounded in the spirit of

St. Marguerite d’Youville, foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Montreal, “Grey Nuns.” Trusting in

God’s love, each community serves all those in need with compassion and respect.

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For seniors who rely heavily on life savings, it is especially important to be careful about who to entrust with personal and financial information. Many of us are bombarded daily with ads, mailings and solicitations. In the midst of so much information, knowing who to trust and how to identify scams can save us from a world of stress. Many scams today specifically target seniors. These might include appeals for charity, free prize offers, vacation bargains, lottery tickets, and inexpensive health care products. According to the Senate Special Committee on Aging, older adults lose approximately $2.9 billion every year due to scames and financial exploitation. What can seniors do to protect themselves? The bottom line is that we should all exercise great caution before giving out any private information–– this includes anything related to your credit card, a bank account, insurance information or Medicare ID. When confronted with offers from telemarketers or by mail, remember that a healthy dose of skepticism is the best approach. Phone ScamsBefore giving out any private financial information over the phone, learn as much as you can from the caller–– the name and phone number of the salesperson; the name, number and address of the organization; and the organization’s business license number. Even if the caller seems legitimate, tell them you will be back in touch and hang up.

Remember that legitimate businesses very rarely call consumers unsolicited, and that banks and government agencies virtually never do. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from your bank, the IRS or a similar government agency saying that you owe money, hang up and report the call to the Reception Desk. On its website, the FBI has posted a list of typical lines you might hear from a fraudster: • “You must act now, or the offer won’t be good.” This is an attempt to pressure you into acting quickly and unreflectively–– don’t fall for it!• “You’ve won a free gift, vacation or prize–– you just have to pay for postage and handling, convenience fees, or taxes.” Any attempt to get you to pay for a “free” prize is a ploy. Furthermore, the caller is breaking federal law if they tell you that the payment is for taxes. • “You must send money, give a credit card or bank account number, or have a check picked up by courier.” Once your financial information is given over the phone, it is virtually impossible to recover the money or track down the perpetrator. Likewise, a

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courier who picks up your cash in person can even more easily vanish without a trace. Never agree to have a courier from an unfamiliar business come to your house to pick up cash.• “You don’t need to check out the company with anyone.” In this case the scammer is hiding the fact that his or her business is illegitimate.The Grandchild Scam “The Grandchild Scam” involves a caller claiming to be your grandchild or someone involved with your grandchild, with news that he or she is in some kind of trouble and needs money. In some cases, the caller may even have the correct name of your grandchild. While it is distressing to think about a grandchild in trouble, know that this is one of the most prevalent scams out there. Never agree to send money when contacted over the phone in this way. Contact your grandchild’s parents and tell them about the call. In almost all cases, you will find that your grandchild is fine and did not make the call.Mail ScamsCommon mail scams include invitations to participate in sweepstakes (which are fake) or foreign lotteries (which are illegal). In the case of the sweepstakes offer, you may be asked to buy magazine subscriptions or inexpensive jewelry, which will “automatically enter you in the sweepstakes.” Not only will you not see any winnings, but you will also see a lot more junk mail like this once you have taken the bait; your name will be put on an “easy-target” list, which scammers buy and sell from one another. In the foreign lottery scam, you may receive an authentic-looking check that says you have won the lottery in a foreign country. The accompanying note will instruct you to wire a portion of your winnings for taxes or other fees. Alternatively, the mailing might invite you to send money for a “special chance” to win the foreign lottery. Both versions are scams, as it is illegal to buy or sell foreign lottery tickets in the U.S. If you receive any foreign lottery mailings, the best thing to do is turn them in to the Reception Desk. To report or inquire about telemarketing or mail scams, you can contact the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Public Inquiry & Assistance Center Hotline at (617) 727-8400.

Balance Challenge Broadway Seated Dance Forever Fit Stretch & Flex Ballroom Dancing

Watermelon is very high in lycopene, a nutrient that may help prevent cancer and diabetes. Watermelon also contains citrullene, an amino acid that can help lower blood pressure.

Catholic Mass Feast Day of St. Marguerite d’Youville Ice Cream at the Ashram w/ Rev. Debbie Clark Sacred Jewish Chanting

To Read or Not to Read: Exploring Shakespeare w/ Abbie History Lecture Series w/ Gary Hylander Profiles of Women in History w/ Richard Brabander

ArtMatters Presents . . . Vincent Van Gogh An Afternoon of Music w/ Nancy Day An Afternoon w/ Pianist MinKyung Oh

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