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Holiday Assistance Program Provides 300 Grocery Gift Cards to Individuals in Need

BROCKTON, MA… Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) fulfilled the food insecurity needs of hundreds in the community this holiday season through their Holiday Assistance Program.  
 
OCES provided 300 grocery gift cards, valued at $100 each, to individuals in need throughout Brockton. This was supported by a generous grant from United Healthcare and funding from OCES’ Nutrition Department. 
 
OCES partnered with Vicente’s Supermarket to supply grocery gift cards to participating agencies that would then give them to individuals in need. The agencies participating in OCES’ Holiday Assistance Program include Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC); Signature Healthcare; The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office; and New Heights Charter School. 
 
“OCES strives to identify and fulfill the needs of the community. The greatest need this holiday season was food,” explained Samantha Sousa, MassHealth Programs Director at OCES. “We’d like to thank participating agencies and Vicente’s Supermarket, for helping to provide essential food assistance to local individuals in need.” 
 
For more information about OCES and their Nutrition Program, visit ocesma.org/programs-services/nutrition. To learn more about Vicente’s Supermarket, visit www.vicentessupermarket.com 
 

50 Years of Care and Collaboration 
Join in the celebration of OCES’ 50th anniversary, by helping to make a difference with a donation to the campaign in support of OCES’ Behavioral Health and Wellness programs.  
 
To make a donation online, visit www.ocesma.org and click on the Donate button. Donations may also be made by check or money order and mailed to OCES, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  
 
OCES is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable corporation under section 501c3 of the IRS tax code. 
 
About OCES 
Celebrating 50 Years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Media, OCES is a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 

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Hot Shots Now Open to Boys Ages 2-7. New Creativity Club winter program for young boys and girls begins January 21st. 

MARSHFIELD, MA… The idea of tots, pre-K, and kindergarten kids learning Irish Step dance, sculpting, drumming, painting and acro-dancing seems far-fetched. But at the Hot Shots Creativity Club this winter, that’s exactly what the 2-7 year-olds will be doing. 
 
The new program at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield features instructors from five major South Shore arts organizations: the South Shore Art Center, the South Shore Conservatory, the Pembroke School of Performing Arts, the Dunleavy Boyle Academy of Irish Dance, and the Jesse Stiglich Music School. They are assisted by a team of middle and high school coaches. 
 
Program Now Open to Boys 
With the launch of the winter Hot Shots Creativity Club, director John Wilpers said it was finally time to invite boys to join the fun and learning. After almost 30 years and 5,000 girl graduates, Hot Shots is now open to boys ages 2-7. 
 
For years, parents of young boys have been asking for a Hot Shots program for boys. They heard about the program’s dedication to building tots’ and pre-K girls’ self-esteem, athletic skills, love of reading, parental bonds, and public speaking skills, and they wanted it for their sons. 
 
All the classes feature 100 percent parent participation, a weekly story time, five books to take home every Sunday, and public speaking (kids introducing themselves) — all aimed at learning, having fun, and building each child’s parental bonds, love of reading, and self-esteem. 
 
The Creativity Club will run for 10 Sundays, from January 21 through March 24, 2024 (including both weekends of the February vacation week) at the Boys & Girls Club at 37 Proprietors Drive in Marshfield. 
 
Each Sunday has a theme: 
 
Jan. 21: Polar bear sculpting 
Jan. 28: Acro-Dance 
Feb. 4: Ballet 
Feb. 11: Hip-Hop 
Feb. 18: Making music with shakers, scarves and snuggle dust 
Feb. 25: Painting kitty portraits with rhinestone collars 
Mar. 3: Drumming 
Mar. 10: Irish Step Dancing 
Mar. 17: A kiddy orchestra 
Mar. 24: Graduation 

There are three sessions each Sunday: 9, 10 and 11 AM. Each session is open to all ages. 

All children ages 2-7 from any town on the South Shore may enroll.  

Registration is at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield website (bgcmarshfield.org).  More information can be obtained by emailing Wilpers at john@bgcmarshfield.org or texting/calling him at 617-688-0137. 
 
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.  The Club serves families with children ranging in age from 5 to 18 years old, and provides critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582. 

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Emerson Bearing Boston offers Industry Solutions for Plastics Processing. Comprehensive Guides Available

BOSTON, MA… Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, supports the needs of the plastics processing industry with comprehensive guides providing industry solutions.   
 
Plastic processing is required to convert raw materials into finished products. In the plastic processing industry, the primary techniques are extruding and injection molding.  
 
“Plastic components are used in consumer product and medical device industries as well as other industries and the demand for these components continues to increase,” explained Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing. “To keep up with demand, plastic manufacturers often look to improve output and productivity while maintaining high quality. Utilizing the correct bearings and parts in plastics processing is key.” 
 
Common bearings that are used in plastic processing for the extrusion or molding industry include Rod Ends, Cam Followers, Mounted Units, Roller Bearings and Thrust Ball Bearings. 
Injection molding machines use Ball Screws, Thrust Ball Bearings and Linear Bearings. 
 
Emerson Bearing offers the following complimentary guides for the plastics processing industry: 
 
– Cam Follower Interchange Table 
– IKO Cam Followers Guide 
– IGUS Product Overview 
– Thermoplastic Units Guide 
  
Emerson Bearing’s complimentary Industry Solutions Plastics Processing guides may be downloaded from their Resources Library on their website, emersonbearing.com/resources-library/bearing-basics/ 
 
Inventory Matters 
With over four million bearings in stock at multiple price points, Emerson Bearing has the largest inventory of bearings on the East Coast under one roof in their 30,000 square foot warehouse. The company serves 16 major markets and their team of experts can assist with bearings and related products for specific industrial and manufacturing applications.  
 
About Emerson Bearing  
For more than six decades, Emerson Bearing offer 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., and its sister company Action Bearing, which serves the New England market, maintains headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit EmersonBearing.com and ActionBearing.com in the New England market or call 800-225-4587. 

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Employees at OCES Launch “Gift Wreath” Program to Support Seniors in Need 

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… ‘Tis the season of giving and staff members at Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) aim to make the holidays a bit brighter for seniors most in need. The team presented holiday gifts to 60 senior consumers in OCES’ service area. OCES is a non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout Plymouth County and surrounding towns. 
 
Gifts and Grocery Store Gift Cards 
OCES employees are dedicated to giving back to communities in need. OCES’ Protective Services department staff kicked off the holiday season with a “Gift Wreath” program for consumers in need who may not otherwise receive a gift this year. 

The Gift Wreaths, which were decorated with holiday tags listing consumers’ first names and requested gift items (such as slippers, hat/gloves, pajamas, etc.), were hung at both OCES offices. OCES employees selected tags from the wreaths, then purchased and wrapped their gifts. In honor of its 50th anniversary, OCES attached a $50.00 grocery store gift card to each present..  
 
“We launched the Gift Wreath program with the hope of making the holidays a bit brighter for our consumers in need,” said Teresa M. Kourtz, LSW, MSG, Protective Services Director. “For the past few years, Protective Services and OCES have helped those most in need during the holidays in many ways. Last year we donated canned goods. In prior years, our outreach initiatives have included ‘Caring Cards’; donated socks for those experiencing homelessness; donated personal care items for veterans; donated to the Ronald McDonald House and more.” 
 
OCES takes pride in giving back to the communities it serves, not only during the holidays but throughout the year by partnering with community organizations in Plymouth County and surrounding areas. OCES encourages and supports employee outreach through volunteering, donating or community service. 
 
50 Years of Care and Collaboration 
Join in celebrating OCES’ 50th anniversary by helping to make a difference with a donation to the 50 for 50 campaign in support of OCES’ Behavioral Health and Wellness program.  
 
To make a donation online, visit www.ocesma.org and click on the Donate button.  Donations may also be made by check or money order and mailed to OCES, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  
 
OCES is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable corporation under section 501c3 of the IRS tax code. 
 
About OCES 
Celebrating 50 Years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Media, OCES is a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 

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David Tomolillo, Solar Slate

Slate can be Great for Solar

There is a misconception that solar panels can NOT be installed on a slate roof. A new tool and process changes that dynamic and opens up the power of the sun to consumers. What is this new process?

Our guest David Tomolillo has been a tradesman for three decades. He saw an opportunity and a need. He has disrupted the solar installation industry.

Slate roof homeowners had been denied the benefits of solar. Tomolillo (“T” known by his friends) came up with a tool and process as a solution. He spent the last four years developing, testing, manufacturing and patenting this revolutionary new product for mounting solar panels on slate roofs. What has his journey been like? You don’t need a ladder or a tool belt. Click, listen and lighten up.

For more information, call 781-870-7570 or visit their website at https://www.solarslatesolutions.com/.

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Solar Slate Solutions Announces New Training Program for Solar Installers

BILLERICA, MA… Solar Slate Solutions, based in Billerica, MA and serving installers of solar panels including solar companies, roofers and general contractors throughout the United States, has announced a new Training Program.

Solar Slate Solutions is the home of the patented Solar Slate Plate, a revolutionary product that allows solar panels to be attached without compromising the beauty and integrity of a slate roof. 

David Tomolillo, Solar Slate’s president and owner

Geared to installers of solar panels, the Training Program is led by David Tomolillo, Solar Slate’s president and owner, who trains installation teams on-site, in real-time on a slate roof in one day. Tomolillo provides training to residential and commercial installation teams across the U.S.

There is also a “Do It Yourself” option where Solar Slate Solutions provides the training video and product. Solar panel installers, including solar companies, roofers and general contractors, may purchase the video and components directly from Solar Slate Solutions to complete the installation themselves.

“Our Solar Slate Plate is an innovative solution that enables seamless solar panel installation on slate roofs. Our product installs quickly and flawlessly; it doesn’t require slate removal and it’s affordable,” said Tomolillo. “In one day, Solar Slate Solutions can train an entire team on-site in the installation of solar panels on slate roof.”

Quick & Efficient Installation
Solar Slate Plate’s patented design allows for a quicker, more efficient installation, reducing the usual time and labor costs and increasing a solar installer/solar company’s margins. Solar Slate has already been adopted by a number of solar installation companies.

Tomolillo spent the last four years developing, testing, manufacturing and patenting this revolutionary new product for mounting solar panels on slate roofs. Solar Slate Plate also works on synthetic slate, stone, French tile or flat stone, as well as on wood cedar roofing.

Prior to Solar Slate, the installation of solar panels on a slate roof required the actual removal of slates. With this innovative solution, that is no longer the case. Solar Slate Plate takes minutes to install and uses a patented spacer technology to ensure no slates are damaged during the installation process or beyond.  

Solar Slate Plate Kit
The innovative Solar Slate Kit includes everything needed to install 20 mounts. It includes:
20 x Solar Slate Plate Flashing; 20 x Adjustable Spacers; 20 x 5.5” Stainless Lag Bolts and 20 x Stainless / butyl washers. Solar Slate will also recommend the appropriate sealant options.

Solar Slate Solutions caters to suppliers and installers of solar panels, including solar companies, roofers, electricians and general contractors, in commercial or residential installation projects. 

Solar Slate Solutions, LLC, a division of Hallmark Homes Associates, is owned and operated by David Tomolillo. Solar Slate Solutions is headquartered in Billerica, MA. 

For more information visit www.solarslatesolutions.com. To arrange a training session, contact David Tomolillo at 781-870-7570 or email info@solarslatesolutions.com

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Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield Receives Generous Donation from Briteway Car Wash

Left to right: Mark Free, Keagan Marcella, Colleen Benedict, Nick Vercollone, Chris Vercollone, CEO Jim Bunnell with DEZI, Liz Bell and Michael Roosevelt. 
  
MARSHFIELD, MA … Cruising through Briteway’s Haunted Car Wash in Marshfield just prior to Halloween has become a thrilling tradition for many South Shore families. But, what some may not realize is that the frightfully fun event supports a significant number of families in need.  
 
More than 420 cars cruised through the Haunted Car Wash this year, raising over $10,500 in proceeds. Briteway generously matched that amount and then some – donating a total of $21,668 to the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield in support of their scholarship program which helps families in need.  
 
Scholarships are granted for the Club’s Before School and After School programs which offer homework help, mentoring, guidance, club activities, sports and recreational activities, breakfast and snacks. Transportation from Marshfield elementary schools to the Club is also included as part of the After School program. 
 
“Briteway and the Vercollone family have been tremendous long-time supporters of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield,” said Jim Bunnell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. “We’re incredibly grateful for their generous donation which provides essential funding for scholarships for families in need.” 
 
This year’s Haunted Car Wash theme was a haunted campground known as “Camp Scream” which had an elaborately decorated set based on old fashioned horror films complete with ghouls and other costumed characters approaching the vehicles. The event was held October 27 and 28, 2023 and was sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass. 
 
Bunnell continued, “Thank you to our sponsors as well as the dozens of volunteers who did a terrific job setting the stage and portraying spooky characters to provide South Shore families with an outstanding experience.” 
 
About Briteway Carwash 
The South Shore’s favorite car wash, Briteway Carwash has two state-of-the-art locations in Marshfield and Norwell. Dedicated to keeping vehicles sparkling clean in all seasons, the award-winning car wash offers express car wash tunnels which are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day at both locations. Full-service detailing through Bottoms Up Detail is also offered at the Norwell location. Briteway Carwash, owned by the Vercollone family for more than 50 years, now has third generation Nick and Chris Vercollone at the helm. For more information, visit www.britewaycarwash.com 
 
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.  The Club serves families with children ranging in age from 5 to 18 years old, and provides critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582. 

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9th Annual MarshVegas Turkey Trot on November 23rd

MARSHFIELD, MA … Join the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield in a community celebration at the 9th Annual MarshVegas Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.

The popular family-friendly and dog-friendly MarshVegas Turkey Trot will be held November 23, 2023 starting at 7:30 a.m. at South River School, 56 Hatch Street in Marshfield, 02050. Participants will enjoy a 4-mile or a 2-mile walk/run through a course that is flat and quiet through scenic back roads and trails of Marshfield. Families with strollers and dogs are welcome.

Pre-registration is $30 and includes a warm knit hat compliments of Quirk Cars and a delicious apple pie from Roche Bros. Registration on the day of the event is $40. Turkey Trot volunteer opportunities are also available. 

To learn more and register to participate in the MarshVegas Turkey Trot or to volunteer, visit www.bgcmarshfield.org

“Each year, hundreds of families from Marshfield and beyond come together for the MarshVegas Turkey Trot. It’s a wonderful opportunity to gather with community and friends and has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many,” noted Jim Bunnell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. 

This year’s Turkey Trot is held in memory of our dear friend Scott Hamill who passed away this past June.  A lifelong resident of Marshfield, Scott was a tremendous supporter of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. He was one of the original volunteers to start the Turkey Trot nine years ago.  Scott thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the planning committee for this event and was incredibly pleased with seeing how much the Turkey Trot has grown from year one.  We will continue this event in Scott’s memory going forward.

This event is sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, Roche Bros. and Quirk Cars.

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.  The Club serves families with children ranging in age from 5 to 18 years old, and provides critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582.


 

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OCES Kicks Off GivingTuesday to Raise Funds for Elder Mental Health Services

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout Plymouth County and surrounding communities, has kicked off a #GivingTuesday campaign to support the expansion of the agency’s behavioral health services. 
 
Earlier this year, OCES established an Elder Mental Health Outreach Team (EMHOT) to provide behavioral health supports to older adults and individuals with disabilities who may be isolated or encounter barriers that limit access to behavioral health care.  
 
OCES’ EMHOT supports adults age 60 and older who have complex behavioral health conditions, chronic illness, substance misuse, or who are in crisis situations that may require counseling or long-term case management to improve overall wellbeing. On a case-by-case basis, The EMHOT Team provides in-home one-on-one counseling, support, referrals, and resources. 
 
#GivingTuesday will be celebrated on November 28, 2023, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Due to the success and identified need for more behavioral health services, OCES is seeking donor support to help fund the program’s expansion into other communities.  
 
The Law Office of Paula M P Schlosser is encouraging others to give and is generously matching all #GivingTuesday donations made to OCES in support of the EMHOT program’s expansion.  
 
To make a donation online to OCES’ #GivingTuesday campaign, visit www.ocesma.org and click on the Donate Now button.  
 
Donations may also be made by check or money order and mailed to OCES, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  
 
OCES is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable corporation under section 501c3 of the IRS tax code. 
 
To learn more about #GivingTuesday, visit www.givingtuesday.org. 
 
About EMHOT 
The EMHOT program was launched earlier this year after OCES received an Elder Mental Health Outreach Team (EMHOT) grant from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) which is funded through the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Referrals to OCES’ EMHOT can be made by anyone including an individual in need. To make a referral or for additional information from OCES’ EMHOT, call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 
 
About OCES 
Celebrating 50 years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Media, OCES is a private, non-profit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 

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