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DirectBuy owners exceed business expectations within five years of ownership.

COLUMBIA, MD…

Five years doesn’t seem like a long time when you’re talking about a business venture, but for DirectBuy Owners Alexander Wong and Ruel Rodgers, it is a major milestone. Since they took ownership of the corporate owned DirectBuy showroom in Columbia, Maryland, they have exceeded expectations in the areas of merchandising, and customer service, and sales.

The owners have added new categories of items for in an around the home, that include national and local brand-name manufacturers. With the expanded selection of products now available, membership and merchandise sales volume has grown significantly. Since taking over in September of 2003, Wong and Rodgers have seen merchandise volume increase by five million dollars.

“I was a member of the New York showroom prior to ownership,” said Wong. “Once I saw the value and experienced the incredible business model first hand, I wanted to educate and help other families find a better way to buy things. I have been able to do just that in the past five years, and I look forward to continued success in helping people save on everything they need for in and around their homes.”

With the addition of expert kitchen designers, interior decorators, and flooring specialists, the center has received top recognition in the area of service. Since 2004, DirectBuy of Columbia has been named one of the Top five service centers in the DirectBuy network of more than 160 showrooms. DirectBuy of Columbia service staff members have also been recognized nationally for three Service Professional of the Month Awards, a service program that is lead by the DirectBuy corporate office. Three top performing membership directors from Columbia have also been honored for helping more than 100 families create their homes through DirectBuy’s unparalleled savings, service, and selection.

To celebrate the showroom’s five year anniversary and extraordinary success, Owner Ruel Rodgers and Alexander Wong treated their entire staff to a sophisticated cajun dinner at the local Copelands Restaurant, in Columbia.

DirectBuy enables consumers to purchase brand-name products for their home and family at members-only, manufacturer-direct prices. By providing merchandise without traditional retail markup, DirectBuy dramatically increases the purchasing power of its members, enabling them to enjoy the home of their dreams. 

To assist members with their home renovation projects, DirectBuy of Columbia employs a friendly, knowledgeable staff.  The team works diligently to ensure that DirectBuy members find outstanding value and incredible selection through a simplified shopping process in five areas of merchandise: Home Furnishing, Home Improvement, Flooring, Accessories, and Entertainment/Outdoor.

DirectBuy of Columbia members also have access to renowned designer Christopher Lowell.  Lowell has designed twelve room settings – created exclusively with products available through DirectBuy – using his Seven Layers of Design.  An innovative approach to home décor, The Seven Layers of Design keep homeowners on budget and from feeling overwhelmed by their project.

About DirectBuy

For 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furniture, carpet and flooring, and custom window treatments, to kitchen and bath cabinets and fixtures, appliances, sporting goods, jewelry and much, much more.  DirectBuy enables members to purchase products from several hundred manufacturers at more than 160 showrooms across North America.  To learn more about DirectBuy, visit www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

DirectBuy Membership

Consumers who are interested in joining DirectBuy are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy’s unique business model.  The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional retail markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise. 

To request a “Free Insider’s Guide to Buying Direct” and a Visitor’s Pass to learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, call 1-888-860-8981 or visit www.directbuy.com.

 

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Hy named DirectBuy of Buffalo’s October “Do-Gooder” of the month.

CHEEKTOWAGA, NEW YORK…

DirectBuy of Buffalo, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, established the “Do-Gooder of the Month” award to recognize employees, vendors and even members going above and beyond the call of duty—either on the job or in their everyday lives. October’s winner is Ernie Hy, a service representative at DirectBuy of Buffalo, for his involvement in the makeover of the Kids Zone at the Cheektowaga showroom.

Like the name suggests, the Kids Zone inside DirectBuy showrooms is a place where children of members can go while their parents shop. DirectBuy of Buffalo’s Kids Zone recently was completely made over with a flat-screen television with video games, “mini” recliners, brand new tables and chairs and a wall painted with blackboard paint so kids can actually draw on the walls without fear of punishment. Hy’s contribution to the project was purchasing an assortment of games and toys; Barbies and G.I. Joes, to make it a more fun area for kids.

“We’re pretty busy around here in general, so it’s always gratifying when our staff take on extra projects like this to improve the DirectBuy experience for our members. Ernie’s contribution of toys and games really does make it a neat place for kids to hang out and that makes him a very worthy winner of our Do-Gooder of the month award,” said Mark Klinger, owner of DirectBuy of Buffalo.

As for DirectBuy of Buffalo’s Do-Gooder of the Month, beyond the recognition, the recipient receives a restaurant gift certificate.

“Buying direct from the manufacturer can be a lot of fun for parents, but we wanted it to be just as much fun for the kids. So jazzing up the Kids Zone seemed like a no-brainer. That it earned me the Do-Gooder for this month is really icing on the cake, which I’ll be happy to share with other folks who worked on the project, Cassandra Hall and Megan Cox,” said Hy.

A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Hy began with DirectBuy of Buffalo earlier in 2008, after being a DirectBuy member for the past few years. Married, Hy and his wife Kimberly reside with their two children Alissa and Alex in Niagara Falls.

DirectBuy franchises across the United States and Canada are active contributors to many local non-profits and charities, including the Boys & Girls Clubs, Salvation Army and other South Shore YMCA, Homes for Our Troops and Children’s Hospital. Besides the Habitat for Humanity, DirectBuy of Buffalo was a sponsor of the first annual Kevin Everett Golf Weekend Classic and donates slightly damaged items that manufacturers will not exchange to the Delaware Avenue Baptist Church in Buffalo.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 4950 Genesee Street in Cheektowaga, New York, DirectBuy offers members a comfortable setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 716-684-1400 or visit

www.directbuy-buffalo.com.

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Buffalo area since 2005. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. DirectBuy of Buffalo is one of more than 160 DirectBuy showrooms throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 716-684-1400, or visiting www.DirectBuy-Buffalo.com. 

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

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Katherine J. Ayers, M.D. Joins South Shore Skin Center

Katherine J. Ayers, M.D., a board certified dermatologist, has joined South Shore Skin Center of Cohasset and Plymouth and is accepting new patients. South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to thousands of patients south of Boston.

Dr. Ayers will treat both medical and cosmetic patients at South Shore Skin Center.  Her cosmetics practice will include Botox, Fillers and laser treatments.

In addition to caring for patients at South Shore Skin Center, Dr. Ayers is on the Associate Staff of Jordan Hospital in Plymouth and the Affiliate Staff of South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery: Massachusetts Medical Society; the American Medical Women’s Association; the American Medical Association and the Iowa Dermatological Society.

Dr. Ayers graduated from University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester and went on to serve as a resident in Dermatology at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, which is one of the nation’s premier institutions for dermatology training.

Caring for people is a family business for Dr. Ayers. Both her father, Frederick Ayers, and one of her brothers, Michael Ayers are orthopedic surgeons at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth. Her other brother, Timothy Ayers, is an Anesthesiologist at both Jordan Hospital in Plymouth and Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. Her sister is a nurse midwife and her mother is a nurse.

“We’re very pleased to have Dr. Ayers on board. She is talented, compassionate and a very good fit for our practice,” noted Drs. Richard Eisen and Ramzi Saad of South Shore Skin Center.

About South Shore Skin Center

Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services.

South Shore Skin Center’s cosmetic services include Fraxel re:pair and re:store; Gentle YAG, innovative Laser, IPL (Intensive Pulse Light), Thermage and treatments for age spots, acne scarring, birth marks, tattoos and more. The practice also offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, wrinkle fillers, Microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels.

South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and 45 Resnik Road, Suite 102 in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711. For more information, visit their website at southshoreskincenter.com.

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DirectBuy of Gurnee helps three young women get a second chance at life.

GURNEE, IL…

On Saturday, October 18, 2008, DirectBuy of Gurnee, in conjunction with the Daisy Resource and Development Center, raised $30,000 for three young women in need of life changing assistance.

DirectBuy Owner Karuna Talwar donated $3,000, along with furniture from both her home and showroom. The owner learned of the program through Mayor of Gurnee Krysti Kovarik, who made it known that this particular charity was in desperate need. Mayor Kovarik also matched all donations made by any contributor on behalf of the Daisy Center.

Many girls that seek help from the center have dysfunctional lives that involve a poor childhood, homelessness, drug abuse, alcohol abuse, or an unwanted pregnancy. By the time they leave the center, they are well educated and have a career. Most importantly, upon their departure from the center, they are able to take on social interactions with the community.

Daisy’s Resource and Developmental Center is a comprehensive human services agency that provides individuals and their families, opportunities and assistance to become self-sufficient through educational, vocational training, childcare services, and community development in order to achieve financial independence. The center offers schooling such as: cosmetology, administrative, nursing, teaching, and administrative. The school has been operating for 35 years and has four life experience doctorates.

Being a true humanitarian, Karuna not only donated money and furniture, she volunteered her time and helped raise money during the ten-hour telethon. The telethon ran on the public television channel 17 in Waukegan, Illinois were Karuna played a key roll.

“I was very happy to participate in the telethon and even more ecstatic about raising enough money to change the lives of three young ladies,” said Karuna. “I truly believe everyone deserves a chance in life, and thankfully through the assistance of the Daisy Resource Center, it’s possible.” 

That type of generosity is fairly standard for DirectBuy of Gurnee. They also donated to the Zachary child abuse center in Gurnee and the Lazarus house in Geneva, Illinois. Showroom owners across North America donate to any number of organizations, and have shown a particular affinity for making contributions to children/family-oriented organizations. 

About DirectBuy

For more than 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furniture, carpet and flooring, and custom window treatments, to kitchen and bath cabinets and fixtures, appliances and much, much more.  

DirectBuy enables members to purchase most every product offering from several hundred manufacturers and their authorized suppliers at more than 160 showrooms across North America. To request a “Free Insider’s Guide to Buying Direct” and a Visitor’s Pass to learn more about the superior value and benefits of DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuy.com or www.DirectBuyCares.com.

 

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Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac hosts successful Chamber after hours event.

PLYMOUTH, MA…

In this day of the Internet, text messaging and Web conferences, business owners sometimes need a reminder of the value of face-to-face contact with potential customers and in developing your network. Judging by the turnout at Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac for the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce’s after hours on October 23—in excess of 100 attendees—many business owners share that sentiment.

“In good times and in bad, you’re only as strong as your network. These chamber events are a great way to both develop a network and/or reacquaint yourself with people you haven’t seen in a while,” said Jeff Tracy, president of Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac and board member of the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce.

In addition to some spirited networking, attendees also had the opportunity to test drive Chevy Tahoe hybrid, the Cadillac Escalade hybrid and the Malibu hybrid. People taking a test drive were then entered into a drawing for a 42-inch, flat screen television. Norm Bryson, of Automated Business Forms & Systems, won the new television.

“We’d like to thank the Chamber for letting us host this event. I saw a lot of familiar faces and many more new ones. I hope more businesses in the Plymouth area choose to get involved with the Chamber,” said Tracy. “Sure, the economy could be better but businesses helping each other through networking is one way you can right the ship.”

The Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac dealership is located at 137 Samoset Street (Route 44) in Plymouth. Take exit 6 off Route 3 and follow Route 44 west toward Carver. For more information on Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac, visit www.tracymotors.com. For information on the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce, please go to www.plymouthchamber.com.

So easy at Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac

For more than 80 years and three generations of dealers, the Tracy family has made it so easy for customers on the South Shore and greater Plymouth area to purchase new and used automobiles. Since its beginnings in 1992, Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac has emphasized first-rate customer service and straightforward, bottom-line pricing with fair trade-ins every time–without the games or gimmicks you find at other dealerships. For more information on new and used trucks and automobiles, you can go to www.tracymotors.com or stop by the dealership, conveniently located at 137 Samoset Street, just off exit 6 on Route 3. For more information, or to make a service appointment, you can also call (800) 640-2884.

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DirectBuy offers guidelines for selecting your home improvement projects.

MERRILLVILLE, IN…

Perhaps it’s the innate pioneer spirit in all of us to build and mend our own home. Or maybe it’s watching one too many “Extreme Makeover” shows and thinking, “that seemed simple enough.”  DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, offers some helpful suggestions for deciding when to take on a home improvement project…or just leave it to the pros.

“To steal a line from Shakespeare, to thine own self be true,” said Sara Shragal, of DirectBuy. “What that means is you have to be able to honestly assess your abilities, your temperament, your schedule and your standards. Are you able to do a job nearly as well as a professional? Can you accept that fact, from an aesthetic point of view? If you’re satisfied with your answers, then you have to get the tools and materials you need to do the job.”

Perhaps the most challenging part of deciding whether or not to take on home improvement project is determining your skill level. If you’re painting a room, it doesn’t require a lot of skill and for materials you essentially need a brush or roller, bucket and some rags. Installing hardwood flooring is another story. You’ll probably need to have a power saw, sanders and nailers on hand and know how to competently use them.

Here are some basic guidelines or questions you need to ask before trying a home improvement project:

 

●        Do you have the skill set needed to take on the project? BE HONEST!

●        Do you have the tools needed for the project? If the project requires an expensive tool that you may never use again, you may want to rethink doing it yourself.

●        Do you have the installation instructions and, most importantly, do you understand them?

If you answered ‘yes’ to those questions, you then need to make a further personal assessment on how the project will affect your life, both while undertaking the project and afterwards. For example:

 

●        Do you have the time and patience to undertake this project? Guesstimate the time you think the project should take and then double it. If you can live with that, go forward.

●        How will the project affect your family? Will you be done in a matter of hours, or will your family have to move around your project?

●        Finally, what are your aesthetic standards? Can you live with “good enough,” or do you want perfection? The last thing you want to do is take on a home improvement project and then have to call in a professional because you didn’t like the results.

If you answered affirmatively to the above questions, DirectBuy can help you get the materials and tools you need for any do-it-yourself project—e.g. nailers, sanders, painting supplies, flooring, tiling, and more—all at prices direct from the manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. DirectBuy also employs product specialists and designers, so if a project is a bit out of your skill level or you don’t have the time, you have professionals at your service who can get the job done.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can visit http://www.directbuycares.com.

About DirectBuy

For more than 37 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furnishings, home improvement and flooring, to entertainment and outdoor products, accessories and much, much more. With more than 160 locations in North America, DirectBuy offers its members access to approximately 700 brand-name manufacturers and their authorized suppliers in the US, and more than 500 brand-name manufacturers and authorized suppliers in Canada.

Consumers interested in seeing DirectBuy’s savings, service and selection up close may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by visiting www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

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FHA workshop at The Gables, Abington, on Wednesday, November 19.

Frightened and confused by the latest mortgage news?  Looking to be part of the American Dream to own your own home?

 

The Gables, located off North Quincy Street on 200 Hampton Way in Abington, is sponsoring a free FHA workshop which outlines how first time buyers and others can obtain an affordable mortgage.  The workshop will be held Wednesday, November 19, 6:30 – 8 p.m.

 

The FHA workshop will feature Mark Saraf, an experienced home mortgage consultant with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

 

 “This is a great first hand opportunity to ask questions and get answers about how you can obtain an affordable mortgage,” commented Bisher Hashem, president of the Gables Development Corp. He added, “FHA loans are an exciting opportunity for many first time buyers and others who have the income to afford a reasonable monthly mortgage payment, but may not have the savings to advance a conventional 10 to 20 percent down payment typically required by traditional lenders.”

 

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently approved The Gables, a 220 condominiums community located next to Ames Nowell State Park, which contains 430 acres of park woodlands.  

 

Bisher added, “Now more hard working people can afford to buy a condominium or home, have a comfortable place to live, create some equity and enjoy the tax advantages of home ownership.  We are delighted to assist people by arranging this seminar that will provide objective, useful information about FHA discounted programs.”

 

The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States and its territories. It is the largest insurer of mortgages in the world, insuring over 34 million properties since its inception in 1934.

 

Unlike conventional loans that adhere to strict underwriting guidelines, FHA-insured loans require very little cash investment to close a loan. There is more flexibility in calculating household income and payment ratios. The cost of the mortgage insurance is passed along to the homeowner and typically is included in the monthly payment. In most cases, the insurance cost to the homeowner will drop off after five years or when the remaining balance on the loan is 78 percent of the value of the property – whichever is longer.

 

The FHA and HUD have insured over 34 million home mortgages and 47,205 multifamily project mortgages since 1934. FHA currently has 4.8 million insured single family mortgages and 13,000 insured multifamily projects in its portfolio.

About the Gables

 

Residents of these luxury condominiums also enjoy a unique opportunity to live in harmony with nature.  The Gables abuts Ames Nowell State Park, which contains 430 acres of park woodlands.   This green buffer offers a wide variety of activities to appeal to all ages for fun, relaxation, stress relief, experiencing nature and exercise. The Gables is close in proximity to all amenities such as public transportation yet nestled away to allow its residents to enjoy the tranquility this neighborhood has to offer.  

 

The Gables offers gracious living at affordable pricing – units start at $269,900.  Each unit offers generous design and floor plan options, quality name brand products and materials. Each unit abounds with luxurious features including: whirlpool tub, fireplace, tile flooring in bathrooms and kitchen, central air conditioning and much more. Several upgrades are offered which allow even more opportunity to customize units to satisfy individual tastes.

 

The Gables offers a variety of floor plans and unit types ranging from town homes to garden units, and many properties include basements and garages.  The Gables offers more than just condominium living, it provides a quiet, safe and comfortable lifestyle for years to come.

 

Residents at The Gables include an eclectic mix of empty nesters, young families, singles and seniors.

 

This community is entirely aligned with growing requests for a greener daily life.  The designers of The Gables, wanting to reduce the overall impact to the environment, considered many features and benefits for energy efficiency.  Every one of the windows and doors are energy efficient products.  The properly-sized 90% efficient systems will often cut energy bills and reduce its lifecycle costs because of its greatly reduced operating costs such as repairs.

 

The use of well-water to maintain the lush landscaping and other natural features instead of municipal resources is another important characteristic.  The designer also minimizes wastewater by using ultra low-flush toilets and lastly installed high-efficiency lighting systems and task lighting reduces general energy use of the entire site. Some benefits, such as improving comfort, reducing pollution and waste are not easily quantified but will change the way residents live for years to come.

 

Many people today are looking for a greener lifestyle in their next home, to live somewhere that promotes the economic health and well being of family, the community and the environment. From energy efficient lighting to water conservation, The Gables is a spectacular model for greener living on the South Shore.

 

Set on 41 naturally-wooded acres off North Quincy Street in Abington, on 200 Hampton Way, directions from the North and South can be found at www.thegables.net/location.html.

 

About Stonebridge Homebuilders

 

For more than 20 years, developers of The Gables, Stonebridge Homes and its team, now based in South Easton, Massachusetts, have built many residential communities throughout the northeastern United States. More recently, Stonebridge has been focusing on building in towns of southeastern Massachusetts, including Abington, Easton, Raynham, Rockland, Taunton, Franklin, West Bridgewater, Pembroke, Whitman and Norwell. The styles of these communities have varied from imaginative condominiums to custom single-family homes designed by its award-winning in-house architect, whose specialty is customizing dream homes for individuals, couples and families.  Each development is built with the same commitment to greener living quality and satisfaction.

 

For more information visit www.TheGables.net, or call 508.230.2300.

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Boys and Girls Club to Host “Polar Express” Magical Train Ride Event on December 20th

The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield is holding a “Polar Express” magical train ride event on December 20, 2008! This event is open to the public.

The Polar Express will come to life on the Kingston commuter rail as the train makes its magical round trip journey to the North Pole. Passengers will be able to read along to The Polar Express story with Mrs. Claus and enjoy caroling, hot chocolate and cookies baked by Santa’s elves. Children will be able to meet Santa Claus and write their Christmas wishes on Santa’s scroll. Every child will receive a special gift from Santa, so they may always believe. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas.

The Polar Express travels from the Kingston commuter rail to the Halifax station and back. Those interested in this special event are encouraged to purchase their Polar Express tickets early for one of the following scheduled rides:

Train Ride #1: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Train Ride #2: 1:30 p.m. to 2:24 p.m.

Train Ride #3: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Train Ride #4: 7:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.

Tickets for the Polar Express event are $20 each and are on sale now (first come, first serve) at the Boys and Girls Club, located in Library Plaza in Marshfield. Tickets may also be securely purchased online at marshfieldpolarexpress.com. All proceeds from the Polar Express event benefit the privately funded, non-profit the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield.

This event is sponsored by Sam’s Club, Tiny & Sons Glass and ACT Smart, Inc. Additional event sponsors are needed. There are various sponsorship levels. To become a sponsor, visit marshfieldpolarexpress.com.

For more information about the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s Polar Express, call 781-834-CLUB (2582).

About the Boys and Girls Club

The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s purpose is to establish a safe haven for recreation, which includes a variety of supervised activities for greater than 4,000 youth (between the ages of 6 to 18 years old) within the town. The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield has five Core Areas: Character and Leadership; Education and Career; Health, Sport Fitness Recreation and Life Skills; The Arts; and Technology. These Core Areas serve as the foundation for all programming.

As a privately-funded, non-profit organization, the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield relies tremendously on the generous philanthropic support of individuals.  Financial gifts assist in providing the financial strength necessary to continue the club’s mission “to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive and responsible citizens, as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders.”

For more information about the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, please contact (781) 834-CLUB (2582) or visit the website at MarshfieldBoysAndGirlsClub.com or write to the club at P.O. Box 311, Marshfield, MA 02050.

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Spice Up Fall with J.P. Licks’ Seasonal Desserts and Coffee

J.P. Licks, the beloved ice cream shop with eight locations in and around Boston, is offering a selection of rich, seasonal ice cream, cakes, pies and coffee for fall.

J.P. Licks’ new Pumpkin Custard ice cream tops the list, tasting just like Grandma’s pie. It’s made with real pumpkin and eggs and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and molasses. J.P. Licks’ Carrot Cake ice cream is true to form and made with fresh carrots, raisins, brown sugar and cinnamon.

Both are limited edition flavors and available through November, while supplies last.

Cakes & Pies for Thanksgiving

J.P. Licks’ ultra rich Pumpkin Pies and Carrot Cakes are good reasons to volunteer to bring dessert this Thanksgiving. The Pumpkin Pie has a buttery graham cracker crust and is made with J.P. Licks’ rich Pumpkin Custard ice cream.

The Carrot Cake is made with J.P. Licks’ Carrot Cake ice cream and hand packed for a denser, heavier cake. It’s topped with a thick layer of real cream cheese frosting. Baby cakes, which are 6” around and serve six to 10 people, are in stock in all the stores. Medium size (8” around, serving eight to 15) and large size (10” around, serving 12-20) cakes are also available with 24 hour notice. Prices on all cakes range from $18.99 to $31.99.

Don’t forget to pick up a pint of J.P. Lick’s Wild Turkey Bourbon ice cream. It’s made with liquor and will kick off Thanksgiving in a whole new way!

Check out these other sumptuous flavors available through November at J.P. Licks:

French Vanilla*; Peanut Butter Oreo; El Diablo (a spicy chocolate); Pumpkin Cheesecake*; Vermont Maple lowfat yogurt; Cranberry Orange Sorbet; Pumpkin Lactose Free* and Lime Sherbet. * Items contain eggs.

The featured sundae of the month is a Gingerbread Sundae. Other non-frozen treats available: M&M party Cookie; Pumpkin Chip Cookie; Frosted Pumpkin Muffin; Vegan Blueberry Muffin; Maple Walnut Scone; Frosted Pumpkin Loaf; Cranberry Orange Nut Loaf; Gingerbread Squares.

Drink in Some Holiday Cheer

J.P. Licks will offer their special Holiday Blend coffee all through November and December. It is a syrupy, smooth blend, with strong spice notes and very warming for the holidays.

Visit jplicks.com for all locations.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 25 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. Locally owned and operated, J.P. Licks has won many awards over the years for their intensely-flavored homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt. Most recently, J.P. Licks was named “Best of Boston” and “Best Location – Jamaica Plain” by Boston Magazine and also made WBZ’s “A-List” for the second year in a row. Known for their high quality, scrumptious treats and their knack for “treating people right”, J.P. Licks was named Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year”.

In addition to their frozen creations, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans on-site at their Jamaica Plain store, which ensures the best and the freshest, full-bodied cup of coffee around. Decadent hand-packed ice cream cakes as well as breakfast & ice cream sundae catering are also available.

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