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Returning to the new workplace. What to expect. How to stay safe. Complimentary webinar prepares you for the next phase.

Will we ever hang around the water cooler again?  What about the new acceptable elevator capacity?  How will specifically designed workstations keep us separated and yet still connected to one another.

A free webinar entitled “Returning to the new workplace. What to expect. How to stay safe.” is scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, noon – 1 p.m. The complimentary program is sponsored by Rockland Trust, My Pinnacle Network, South Shore and Networking Professionals.

Topics will include how often should the office be cleaned?  How should the office be cleaned?  How will air be cleaned and monitored?  How does the footprint get changed?  Will companies share space or segment their own?  What furniture designs work for safe distancing, but avoid isolation?  How do companies integrate remote and on-site workers?

According to McKinsey research, 80 percent of those interviewed noted that they enjoy working from home. Forty-one percent say that they are more productive than they had been before and another 28 percent that they are as productive. Many employees delighted in freedom from commuting and greater work/life balance. Many are reluctant to return to a conventional office environment.

Featured presenters include Jay Nuss, principal of Jay Nuss Realty Group and Steve Wilson, principal of Office Furniture Consulting. Steve Dubin of PR Works will moderate the panel.

Nuss has over 30 years of experience in all facets of commercial real estate brokerage with special emphasis on the selling and leasing of office, industrial, and mixed-use properties in the Greater Boston Area.

Wilson founded Office Furniture Consulting in 1990. It is a multi-featured company providing space planning, quote specification development, ergonomic research, relocation services, and office furniture procurement.

To RSVP, please visit https://conta.cc/2ZKxrvh.

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Tom Ricciardelli, SelecTech

Guest Tom Ricciardelli, CEO of SelecTech, talks about the challenges and triumphs of creating commercial and residential flooring from recycled materials. From electrostatic flooring for manufacturing environments to leak-proof lab flooring to an easy to place and replace home basement floor, SeleTech has found a niche and loyal customers. An MIT grad, Tom also mentors upcoming entrepreneurs. For more on SelecTech, visit https://selectech.com/

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Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield to Oversee Marshfield Flag Football Program

The founders and leaders of the Marshfield Flag Football Program have turned over the league to the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield.

The Marshfield Flag Football Program serves more than 500 Marshfield families, with children ranging from six to 15 years old. The program is co-ed and open to all Marshfield residents.

Last year, the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield assumed management of Marshfield Flag Football’s Kindergarten to Grade 3 divisions, comprised of approximately 300 children. Effective July 1st, the founders and leaders of Marshfield Flag Football have turned over management of the entire Marshfield Flag Football Program to the Boys & Girls Club. This includes the 4th to 8th grade divisions.

Marshfield Flag Football league was founded by Marshfield residents Dante DiMassa and Mark Stiles, who established the program in 2012. They had wanted to create a fun experience for children and families and the program has been very successful and grown each year. DiMassa is Marshfield Flag Football’s treasurer/EVP and Steve Medeiros is the commissioner.

“We’re very pleased to transition the league to the Boys & Girls Club,” said DiMassa. “Their values and support of youth align with Marshfield Flag Football and the transition will be positive for the growth and continuity of the program.”

DiMassa and Marshfield Flag Football’s leadership team will function in an advisory capacity to the Club to assist with the transition and operations. They will continue to support the town’s youth through issuances of academic scholarships.

All players will benefit as they gain membership to the Boys & Girls Club along with opportunities to participate in other sports and activities offered by the Club.

“Marshfield Flag Football is a tremendous program that directly aligns with our health and fitness area of youth development,” said Jim Bunnell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. “Dante, Mark and the Marshfield Flag Football leadership team have dedicated themselves to building and maintaining an incredibly successful program that serves hundreds of local youth. Now, they are passing the torch on to the Club and we appreciate this wonderful opportunity.”

More information will be forthcoming in the Fall.

About the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s mission is to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders. The Club provides programming opportunities in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s (BGCA) five core areas including leadership, education, health, arts, and fitness.  

Currently, the Club serves hundreds of families with children ranging in age from 6 to 18 years old, providing afterschool, vacation week and summer programs, as well as youth athletics, teen, social recreational and leadership opportunities. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582.

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Emerson Bearing Boston expands line of Plastic bearings.

Superior performance make them an ideal choice in food processing machinery, agricultural machinery, pumps, valves

Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, has expanded their bearing line with innovative plastic bearings.

Plastic bearings, otherwise known as self-lubricating plastic bushings or thermoplastic plain bearings, have the same dimensions as bronze bushings and are now being used in more “dirty” applications with greater success. They are resistant to dust, dirt, water and chemicals, have a high load capacity, and are maintenance-free –making them the ideal choice in food processing machinery, agricultural machinery, pumps and valves and other applications. 

Typically, oil-impregnated bronze bearings have a film of lubricant which must remain consistent to ensure optimal performance. On the other hand, plastic bearings which are made from a thermoplastic alloy and fiber matrix, are comprised of tiny chambers which hold the lubricant, enough of which is released during movement. Yet, plastic bearings are dry-running and deflect dirt. 

Best of all, the service life of plastic bearings can be calculated (as they have a predictable wear rate) utilizing newer software programs. 

Emerson Bearing’s plastic bearing line includes top brand Igus.

“In the past, our focus was on oilite, bronze and casting bronze bushings, but today, we largely recommend plastic bearings by Igus, a company based in East Providence, Rhode Island,” explained Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing Boston. “Not only is the performance of plastic bearings better, customers will benefit from the significant cost savings.” 

For more information about Emerson Bearing’s product lines, visit EmersonBearing.com.

About Emerson Bearing Boston

Founded in 1957, Emerson Bearing Boston specializes in bearings for OEM and MRO markets throughout the world. The company provides solutions to a variety of industries including: aggregate, concrete, mining, machine tools, electric motor repair, marine, material handling, metal processing, packaging, food processing, paper converting, printing, wind/power generation, recreation, heavy construction, robotics, automation, transportation, wood products, wastewater treatment, pump, compressor and oil field.

Emerson Bearing Boston offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings – ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing Boston has become a leading provider of bearings in the U.S. They are the sister company of Action Bearing and maintain headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit www.emersonbearing.com or call 800-225-4587.

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Stonebridge Homes offers Quality Builders Warranty program

photo of model homes at Union Point

Stonebridge Homes Inc., a residential construction manager based in South Easton, Mass., recently announced the availability of the Quality Builders Warranty, a 10-year premium protection plan for homeowners, is now available at the builder’s current and new developments. The Quality Builders Warranty is backed by Liberty Mutual Insurance.

“To be accepted into Quality Builders Warranty program, a home builder has to adhere to a strict standard of excellence and demonstrate a track record for superior workmanship, consistently creating quality homes and providing dedicated service to our customers,” said Rami Itani, marketing manager for Stonebridge Homes, Inc. “We’re honored to be accepted—only 50 percent of builders who apply do–and grateful to be able to offer this wonderful benefit to the homeowners in our developments.”

The first year of the program warrants the home against specified defects in workmanship and materials that are the result of nonconformity with Quality Builders Warranty’s warranty standards, as well as any major structural defects as defined in the warranty.

The second year warrants the home against specified defects in the wiring, piping and ductwork, as well as any major structural defects as defined in the warranty.

The final seven years offers protection should any major structural defect (as defined in the warranty) occur, the Quality Builders Warranty, through the insurer, will repair or replace the defect – or pay the reasonable cost of the repair or replacement.

Should you need to sell your home, the 10-year warranty is transferable, adding to hour home’s resale value. It also provides eligible homeowners with a number of potential insurance discounts.

“Quality Builders Warranty Corp. has been partnering with the nation’s best builders since 1985. After review, Stonebridge Homes has far exceeded our underwriting standards and truly is a builder of integrity. We look forward to servicing their homeowners, and working together for many years to come, said Aksel Gulukyan, director of partnerships for Quality Builders Warranty Corporation.

Complete details on the Quality Builders Warranty program, including a clear definition of what is covered, can be found at : https://www.qbwc.com/. Current Stonebridge homeowners can apply at https://stonebridgehomesinc.com/homeowners-corner/quality-builders-warranty/. Offered in select communities (some exclusions may apply).

About Stonebridge Homes, Inc.:

For more than 25 years, Stonebridge Homes and its team, based in South Easton, Massachusetts, have built and managed the construction of many residential communities throughout Massachusetts, including Tanglewood Estates in Easton, Mass; Boyde’s Crossing in Norfolk, Mass and Briggs Landing in Westport, Mass. Stonebridge Homes has focused on building and managing construction in towns in southeastern Massachusetts, including Dighton, Easton, Foxboro, Lakeville, Norfolk, Norwell, Pembroke and Westport. The styles of these communities have varied from upscale condominiums to custom single‐family homes designed by its in-house architect whose specialty is customizing dream homes that provide space and luxury to households of all sizes. Each development is built with the same commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Stonebridge Homes, Inc. is an active member of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston and the National Association of Home Builders. For more information, please visit www.stonebridgehomesinc.com or call 508.230.2300.

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Podcasting as a guest and host

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Podcasting, essentially “on demand” streaming radio, is among the fastest growing mediums. And for a good reason.

Similar to NetFlix and YouTube, the audience selects exactly what they want to consume and when.  They can even pause and continue as they are interrupted by a phone call or arrival at a destination.

As a PR firm we are adept at helping you obtain “guest” spots on targeted shows or, getting more aggressive, helping you create your own podcast from bumper music to recording to promotion on a wide range of podcast portals including Itunes, IHeartRadio, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and more.

Podcasts, as a guest appearance or host, and establish additional credibility, visibility, lead generation, speaking opportunities, search engine optimization, links to cultural authority and increased value proposition.

$995 – Guest appearance arrangements –   

  • Develop hot topics of interest.
  • Develop PR Kit – author bio, backgrounders, ?s for interviewer and headshot 
  • Research and identify appropriate guest appearances
  • Arrange guest appearances – 5 hours of telephone outreach
  • Pre-podcast coaching

$1,495 – Developing a custom podcast.

All of the above services, plus –

  • Development of podcast theme/concept.
  • Arrange for initial 3 guests for first three months of programming.
  • Create bumper music to open and close segment
  • Graphic design for thumbnail on Podcast portals such as Itunes, IHeartRadio, Google Play, YouTube.
  • Create verbiage for Podcast description and each show outline.

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David Sawyer, Safer Places

PR Works Founder Steve Dubin interviews David Sawyer, CEO of Safer Places, who reveals the need for employee and tenant background checks in a changing, unpredictable world. The episode includes some tidbits on the surprising results of background checks, returning furloughed workers and what your social media says about you. For more information on Safer Places, visit https://www.saferplacesinc.com/.

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Mark Parrish, Crescent Ridge Dairy

In 21st century America, the concept of the milkman is one that means little or nothing to those younger than Baby Boomers. At Crescent Ridge Dairy the concept is alive and well and still thriving—in addition to the dairy creating some of the world’s best ice cream. In this episode, Mark Parrish delves into the 21st century version of the milkman and more. For more information on Crescent Ridge Dairy, visit https://crescentridge.com/.

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Vigil for George Floyd to be held June 13th at Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield athletic field

On Tuesday, the funeral service honoring the life of George Floyd, a father, brother, son and friend to many, was held in Houston. In memory of George Floyd, a vigil will be held at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield athletic field on Saturday, June 13, 2020 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. 

This peaceful gathering, organized by Sabrina Holland of Marshfield and her team of volunteers, was originally scheduled for June 5th at Harbor Park but postponed based on safety recommendations of Police Chief Tavares. The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield was then approached to host the event, as the athletic field better accommodates a large number of people and parking is available.

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield condemns any act of racism or discrimination. We are proud to be hosting the vigil as it fits in with the Boys & Girls Club mission. We advocate for all youth to have the same opportunities and encourage young people to utilize and focus the power of their voice. We believe it is critical to speak up and take action. As a nation, we can and must demand change to support black people and anyone who faces systemic prejudices. Together, we must listen and take action to ensure the future is great for the youth that are counting on us.

The pain we are feeling, as a nation, as a Movement and as individuals, is real. It is not simply a reaction to the news of the past weeks. We are experiencing a moment of profound reflection on what equality and justice really mean, and how far we still need to go. 

According to Jim Bunnell, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield, “As we honor George Floyd in this peaceful vigil, we hope to deliver a positive and constructive message, and continue to build a community that works together and treats each other with respect and equality.”

In light of COVID-19, social distancing must be observed and face coverings are required. 

About the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s mission is to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders. The Club provides programming opportunities in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s (BGCA) five core areas including leadership, education, health, arts, and fitness.  For more information, visit www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582.

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