Frank Schroth

On any given day, there’s a good chance that Milton actor Tom Kemp is on television

from Boston.com – The Names Blog

On any given day, there’s a good chance that Milton actor Tom Kemp is on television. Having played parts on “Law & Order,” “NCIS,” and “Without A Trace,” — and in movies such as “Gone Baby Gone,” “W.,” and “Mystic River” — he’s almost always on TV, thanks to repeats and movie channels. Few know his name, but Kemp’s face always looks familiar. “I’m often playing priests and cops,” Kemp told us earlier today. “Character actors — they’re the meat and potatoes.” (read full story here).

MHS Bulletin for 05.13.09

  • Congratulations to the newly elected Key Club officers for the 2009-2010 school year. They are: Emily Lynch -President, Suzanne Carrera -Vice President, Meaghan Powers -Secretary, Emily Hughes –Treasurer and Katherine Lemelman-Publicist.
  • Key Club will meet after school today in Room 243.
  • Boosters Scholarship – Today is the deadline to submit applications for the scholarship.  Extra copies are available in guidance.
  • Advanced Placement Exams:.  Students taking exams are reminded that they must bring a #2 pencil and a ballpoint pen on the day of their test, and that cell phones are NOT allowed in the testing room.  Students scheduled to take morning exams should report to the testing location by 7:45 and students taking an afternoon exam should eat at first lunch and report to the testing location by 11:45.  Students who arrive late will NOT be allowed to sit for the exam.  NO EXCEPTIONS.  All students will report to the library for testing.  Students taking AP Exams are expected to attend school the full day, and will only be excused from classes missed which take place during their exam.

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Outstanding Teacher of the Year Awards

The Milton Foundation for Education invites you to their annual “Outstanding Teacher of the Year Awards.” The evening begins with a reception with refreshments and appetizers at 6:00. Followed by the presentation ceremony at 7:00.

This years outstanding teachers are:
– Krista Sinton – Glover Elementary School
– Laura Horowitz – Tucker Elementary School
– Kathleen Caccamo – Collicot Elementary School
– Tanya Walsh – Cunningham Elementary School
– Kristen Masciarelli – Pierce Middle School
– Elizabeth MacElhaney Milton High School
– Martha Sherman – Mary Grassa O’Neill Award

Of Flesh and Stone: Meet South Shore author Mark Conte

from Friends of The Milton Public Library

Listen to Mark Conte discuss his novel, “Of Flesh and Stone,” a subtle “woman’s” story told thorugh the eyes of hte book’s mail character Donovan Scali. Follow Donovan’s stroy of survival and odyssey through life on the pages of this novel.

Refreshments will be served. Admission is free, but donations are always welcome!

WHERE: Milton Public Library
WHEN: May 20th @ 7:30 pm

Milton High School Spring Concert

Come hear several fine music ensembles next Wednesday when the musicians of  Milton High School perform their annual spring concert. This is the performance that will showcase a school year’s worth of hard work on part of the band, the string ensemble, the chorus, and the jazz band.

WHEN:   Wednesday, May 13th @7:00 pm

WHERE: Milton High Schoool Auditorium / Gile Road  / Milton, MA

East Congregational Church Yard Sale

The Yard Sale will be held in the church parking lot, opposite the church. The Yard Sale is sponsored by the Junior High Youth Group. Donation sale items to benefit the youth group may be dropped off in the youth room at any time. Please call Jean Wilson at (617) 698-1646 for information or to reserve a table.

Stimulus funds to offset reductions in Chapter 70 funding

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has posted information on their website regarding the FY09 Chapter 70 reductions announced by Governor Patrick on May 7, 2009.  These Chapter 70 reductions will be offset, dollar for dollar, with Federal Stimulus Funds. You can view the memo here.

Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation

Breathe, stretch and strengthen your body/mind. Rejuvenate, restore and renew your spirit and attitude towards life. Become more grounded in the present moment through the art of yoga and meditation. Fern Ross Israel, M.A., L.M.H.C., brings 30 years of experience to teaching Yoga.

COST: $45 per 3-week session, payable to Fern Ross Israel. Pre-payment and pre-registration required.  To pre-register call the Milton Hospital Community education Line at 617-696-8810

WHEN: Session 1 – Tuesdays, May 19 – June 2; Session 2 – June 16 – June 30; from 7 – 8:30 PM
WHERE: Milton Hospital / Nangeroni Education Center / Milton Hospital / Milton, MA
COST: $45 per 3-week session, payable to Fern Ross Israel. Pre-payment and pre-registration required.

Hearing on the East Milton Library

The Milton Library Trustees will hold a hearing to discuss the closing of the East Milton Library.

WHERE: Main branch of Milton Public Library, Keys room / Canton Ave. / Milton, MA

WHEN:  Tuesday, May 19th @ 7:00pm

05.03.09 – The Week That Was: blazing bikes, Town Meeting, & Mantville gets his fish

A weekly recap of key events and items of interest to the Milton community:

Blazing bikes

One of the town’s premier annual sports events kicked off the week: The Blue Hills Classic. This event is sponsored by the Blue Hills Cycling Club and is considered to be one of the finest Boston area events by local enthusiasts. You can view the original post with photos here.

Town Meeting

Town Meeting voted on a 50 articles most having to do with appropriations for town departments. The highlights were:

  • On day one Selectman endorsed the coningent budget recommendations made by the Warrant Committee.
  • On day two Town Meeting had voted the lion’s share of appr0priations per Warrant Committee recommendation and Selectmen put  $3,420,189 as the amount for the override to be voted on June 8th.
  • On day three town meeting approved the wind turbine, the initiative to create a consolidated facitilies department and to remain in the Norfolk County Mosquito program.

Here are the original posts on Town Meeting: Day 1, Day 2, Day3.

Mantville gets his fish

It was fitting that two sports events should book end the week, both unique Milton events. The week finished with the Annual Ed Baker fishing tournament held at Turner’s Pond. Brian Mantville of the Milton Fire Department took first place. You can see the original post and a picture of the smiling winner here.