HUDSON – Yvette Murphy, 4, daughter of Jonathan and Mercedes Murphy of Hudson, will appear in the annual Times Square video presentation in New York City for the National Down Syndrome Society, on Sept. 17.
The one hour video of 500 children, teens and adults from all 50 states, will illustrate the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Yvette’s picture was selected from over 2,400 entries in the NDSS call for photos. The family also plans to participate in the NYC Buddy Walk that the NDSS fundraiser instituted in 1995, which follows.
Yvette and her sister, Edith Ann, 7, are granddaughters of Mrs. Cindy Murphy and the late Dan Murphy of Hudson.
Jim Garrity celebrates his 70th
Hudson resident Jim Garrity, retired owner of Jim’s Truck-Auto business, observed his 70th birthday on Aug 1. A triple-tier cake, made by Hudson resident Lainey Doherty, centered the table at the family and friends celebration at the home of his son, Patrick Garrity, of Hudson.
Among those celebrating with him were his wife, Nancy (Ross) Garrity, son Bryan Garrity and his wife, Lindsay of Marlborough; son Patrick Garrity and wife, Alana and three grandchildren, Nicholas, Olivia and Carter.
70th wedding anniversary
Hudson residents Joe and Clara Rodrigues will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with a Mass and renewal of vows on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church. Their son, Salvatorian Fr. Joe Rodrigues, based in Rome, will preside and preach at the Mass. Fellow parishioners and friends are invited.
Lobster and Meat Shoot
Lobster and Meat Shoot (similar to Bingo), to benefit the Hudson Public Library, will be held Saturday, Sept. 24 at VFW Hall, 3 Palmieri Drive. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and games begin at 7:30 p.m.
If you have not played before, they will teach you. Prizes for the Bingo-like game are lobster and beef. Friends of the Library, who are sponsoring the event, also offer snacks, basket raffle, 50/50 raffle, and a cash bar.
Block Party Sept. 11
First United Methodist Church, Felton and Pleasant streets, invites all to its 22nd annual Block Party Sunday on Sept. 11, on the church grounds. Hymn sing outdoors at 10:45 a.m. will open the event. Program will include free hot dog lunch, “Flippo” the entertainer and balloon artist, “make our own sundae” Trombetta’s Farms, live animals from “Animal Adventures,” all day games, popcorn and cotton candy; also a flu-shot clinic by Walgreens.
Symphony Pro Musica concerts
Symphony Pro Musica has announced its concert schedule: Nov. 5, 6; Feb. 4, 5; March 25, 26 and May 20, 21. The orchestra is seeking players, and auditions will be held Aug. 29. For information go to [email protected].
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Aug. 27 – Nathalie Ahearn and Brandon Prashaw
Aug. 28 – Lysa Miller, Selena Rose Cunha, Terry Kearney and Charles “Foxy” Nelson
Aug. 29 – Jack Norton, Colleen Macedo and Jason Gour
Aug. 30 – Jennifer Lynn Yates, Genie LaFleur, Matt Coelho and Ann Cellucci Adams
Aug. 31 – Brian Fullerton, Matt Lambert, Katie Cunningham, Rachel Holmes, Nicole and Nancy Lawton
Sept. 1 – Gabe Giancola, Emily MacMunn and Chris Sullivan
Sept. 2 – Jay Rossley and LaRayne Horton
Sept. 3 – Joe Santos, Emily and Adam Cabral
Sept. 4 – Aila MacDonald, Patty Holden and Rick Maglione
Sept. 5 – Liz Ahearn, Jessie Cormier and Anita Provencher
Sept. 6 – Megan Foden
Sept. 7 – Nicholas Cardoza, Doris Freitas, Tony Cabral, Brittany Prendergast and Elsa Panneton
Sept. 8 – Rose Galofaro, Hilary Yates, Mike McMahon, Roxanne Curley and Scott Lambert
Sept. 9 – Josh Crogan, Amanda Chaves and Patti Glynn
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Aug. 31 – Rob and Michelle Weatherbee
Sept. 1 – Bob and Pat Walrath
Sept. 2 – Bill and Shirley Condon, John and Debbie Devereaux
Sept. 4 – Bob and Tambre Knox
Sept. 5 – Tony and Maria Cabral
Sept. 6 – Rick and Terry Wood, Paul and Cathy Prockett, George and Carol Lawton
Sept. 8 – Nelly and Joanne Ahearn
Sept. 9 – Bill and Nina Smith.
LOOKING BACK TO 1971
Hudson Police Dept. reserve officer Vincent Carter operated the Lake Boone police boat, under the auspices of Stow and Hudson police departments. Postal carrier Tony Pimental challenged Ben Benedetti to a horseshoe tournament at Riverside Gun Club.
R.E. Wood Co. was completing construction of the Colonial Chrysler Plymouth dealership building on the Fillmore property, lower Main Street.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Everlina Talbot, 83, former proprietor of Talbot’s Corner Store, Lincoln St. Jim Stewart was on the staff of Ted Williams baseball camp, Lakeville.
A son was born to Antonio and Ivone Sousa on July 28. Tom Walsh of Tuck’s Service Station sought a mechanic experienced in brake and wheel alignments.
