Phoenix Lodge Clothing Drive, Part 3! Yes, 3!

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

This just in from the good folks at the Phoenix Lodge:

“We were so touched by all of the folks that stopped by Phoenix Lodge this
past weekend. You came, you browsed, took what you needed, and made our
day!
This past weekend was so successful that we will be doing it again this
Saturday, March 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Please, please come and take more clothing. We’ve restocked our tables and
racks with clothes and still have more bags that we will be going through
this week to put on display.
This is the last day to get some great items and help us to avoid packing
it all up and giving it to the local charities.”

Editor’s note: my favorite line from this effort…”everyone needs a
little help sometimes.” For more information, please contact Dave Tinley
at dotinley3@icloud.com .

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Phoenix Lodge Clothing Drive, Part 2

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

Phoenix Lodge Clothing Drive, Part 2

Well, the Lodge asked the community to help them with their clothing drive
and we came through in a big way!!

The outpouring of donations from the community was so great this past
weekend that they had to have the Salvation Army make a special trip just
to make room for this weekend’s distribution days. (Of course, they
saved the best for their tables. In fact, several items still have tags on
them).

The good folks at the Lodge really had no idea that they would take in so
many clothes. They filled all their tables. Close to 70 families donated
clothing to help make their drive a success.

Now they need your help again this weekend. They need those in need to
come in, do some shopping, take whatever you need, and save the Lodge
members from boxing all these clothes and sending them to the local
charities. As they said last week, everyone needs a little help sometimes!

Residents of Hanover and surrounding communities are invited to come and
take what they need both days, Saturday and Sunday, March 20th and 21st
between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. All COVID protocols will be followed.
Please help spread the word and share this post. If you have questions,
please contact dotinley3@icloud.com .

The Phoenix Lodge is located at 133 Broadway in Hanover, behind Mary
Lou’s coffee shop.

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Vote by Mail in Hanover’s Annual Town Election

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

Hanover Town Clerk Catherine Harder-Bernier announced today that the
Massachusetts State Legislature has extended the pandemic-based Vote by
Mail period throughout the spring of 2021. Accordingly, any registered
Hanover voter who is taking precautions related to COVID-19 in response to
the declared state of emergency or the guidance of a medical professional,
local or state health official or any civil authority may apply for a Vote
by Mail ballot in the May 8, 2021 Annual Town Election beginning today.

The 2021 Vote by Mail application is found here:
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. Applications may be filed at any time up until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May
4th. Vote by Mail ballots will be mailed beginning in mid-April to those
voters with applications on file.

“The legislature recognized that there are still thousands of
unvaccinated or partially immunized Hanover residents who may still wish to
take precautions and Vote by Mail in the spring Annual Town Election”
said Hanover Town Clerk Harder-Bernier. “That being said, I look forward
to a robust in-person turnout now that some restrictions are easing and
many Hanoverians are becoming fully vaccinated. This legislation provides
two alternatives given the on-going pandemic”, she said.

Vote by Mail applications may be mailed to the Hanover Town Clerk’s
Office at 550 Hanover Street in Hanover via US Mail, deposited into the
front door mail slot of Town Hall during non-Town Hall hours, or dropped
off to the Town Clerk’s Office during Town Hall hours. The secure ballot
drop box for returned ballots will re-open in mid-April. For more
information, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (781) 826-5000
x1079 or clerk.staff@hanover-ma.gov .

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Vaccine clarification

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

I received some information after last Friday’s “vaccine update” e-blast,
and wanted to follow-up to clarify the vaccine that the town has received.
Suffice it to say, it is far less than anyone would prefer. Three groups
of 100 first responders/elderly residents have received or will receive
their first and second doses of the vaccine. So, while 300 people have
been vaccinated, there currently aren’t any “new doses” for new groups of
residents. My apologies for any confusion from last Friday’s e-blast.

If you are nevertheless looking for vaccine, remember that you can go to:
http://atotw.com/maillist/lt.php?tid=gDMkJJVKXQS+vxBKdKo7zr8/IOGHr1NIrEtc+CsVCNNoqLt7nDNoRqoN783ZLADJ
. If you have questions, call the Mass DPH hotline at 211. And don’t
forget that ANYONE can pre-register at
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. And as always, stay tuned to ATOTW for further information and updates!

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Part-Time Building Manager wanted

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

I am stretching the usual limits of ATOTW with this post, but I know too
many people who are still reeling from the economic impact of COVID-19, so
I thought I would share the following part-time job posting from one of our
non-profit neighbors in Norwell. Please forward this e-mail or mention it
to someone who may be interested!

Part-Time Building Manager
(10-15 hours/week, includes on-call)

First Parish Norwell located at 24 River Street, Norwell is looking for an
experienced Building Manager or Property Management Company (the
‘Applicant’) to oversee the operations of the physical plant for First
Parish Norwell which includes four historic buildings (church,
parsonage/residence, Kent House, and The James Library). The Applicant will
be responsible for coordinating and managing maintenance and repair
activities and liaising with vendors to ensure smooth daily building
operations, overall safety, and long-term capital planning.

To be successful Applicant, you should have excellent organizational,
interpersonal, and project management skills. A top-notch Building Manager
should be able to respond to and resolve any issues reported by staff or
tenants efficiently. The successful Applicant will be required to pass a
CORI/SORI check.

Building Manager Responsibilities:
• Establishing a work order process and management system with reporting.
• Coordinating and overseeing regular building maintenance and repairs.
• Working with the buildings and grounds committee which is the all
volunteer committee which oversees this area of operations.
• Preparing and carrying out emergency protocols and procedures.
• Maintaining a safe environment for building staff and visitors.
• Preparing and monitoring maintenance budgets.
• Negotiating and liaising with third-party service providers.
• Conducting regular building inspections and preparing reports.
• Ensuring facilities follow applicable policies, regulations, and
building codes.
• Responding to inquiries and requests by building users and resolving
any problems or issues.

Applicant Requirements:
• GED or high school diploma.
• Construction supervisors license preferred.
• At least seven years of experience in construction, property
management, maintenance services.
• Working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and building codes.
• Excellent project management, multi-tasking, and negotiation skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

About First Parish Norwell
First Parish of Norwell is a liberal church in dialogue with the religious
questions of the modern world, yet still honoring the best within our
Judeo-Christian heritage. Recognizing no distinction of class, sex,
nationality, race, age or sexual orientation, ours is a welcoming church
that stresses the need for community amidst the impersonality of the
secular world. First Parish of Norwell is a member church in the Unitarian
Universalist Association. We have no creedal test for membership, believing
that all persons should be free to define their own sense of religious
reality.

How to Apply
Please send a PDF cover letter, resume, and three references to
office@firstparishnorwell.org prior to close of business on March 31, 2021.

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Vaccine updates – March 12, 2021

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

Good news about the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out was in short supply of late,
but finally the past couple of days changed that. In case you missed it, I
am delighted to report that educators, child care workers and school staff
are now on the eligibility list, along with those previously eligible like
anyone over 65 years old. Go to:
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and scroll down to the “Vaccine Eligibility Checker” to see if you are on
the list yet. If you are, go to
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to see what locations may have openings.

The second piece of good news is that ANYONE can now pre-register for a
vaccine at one of the mass vaccination locations like Gillette, Fenway and
the Reggie Lewis Center. Go to:
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to get on the list to be contacted when it is your turn. Hopefully that
will reduce the stress and challenges that people have been experiencing
just trying to get an appointment.

Yes, vaccine continues to be in short supply and in high demand. The Town
of Hanover has been receiving 100 doses a week and has been targeting our
first responders and oldest residents first. ATOTW will continue to bring
good news as it comes! If you have questions, don’t forget that you can
call the Town’s COVID-19 hotline at 781-924-1925, or the State DPH
Information line at 211. Stay safe out there!

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Medicare 101 from the COA

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

This just in from the Hanover COA!

Are you turning 65 soon? Are you retiring from work and going on Medicare?
You may be interested in signing up for one of three Zoom presentations on
Medicare. SHINE Program Regional Director, Christie Rexford is hosting
Medicare 101: Understanding your Medicare Benefits Options. The three
sessions are March 25, April 8 and April 22; all are from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30
p.m. Contact Nancy Lester at 781-924-1913 ext. 1104 or email
Nancy.lester@hanover-ma.gov to sign up.

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Community Clothing Drive

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

PHOENIX LODGE
IS HOLDING A COMMUNITY CLOTHING DRIVE
Because sooner or later everyone needs a little help!

Community Clothing Drive
Phoenix Lodge, 133 Broadway, Hanover Four Corners (behind Mary Lou’s)

Collecting new and gently used, clean, lightly worn clothing for
Adults and Children
NEW SOCKS ARE IN HIGH DEMAND!

You don’t even have to get out of your car. Members of the Lodge
will remove donations from your back seat or trunk.

Collection Days:
Saturday and Sunday, March 13 and 14
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Distribution Days Open to the Public:
Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Open to The Public to Take What They Need

Items remaining will be donated to The Salvation Army and Father Bill’s.

For more information, please contact dotinley3@icloud.com .

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Celtic poetry just in time for St. Patrick’s Day

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

Long-time Around Town On the Web readers will know that ATOTW was founded
to help Hanover non-profit organizations and the Town of Hanover to spread
the word about organization events, fundraisers, town events, and the like.
But, every now and then I receive and post information about something
that bends these rules because it is absolutely awesome news to share about
Hanover’s own. Hope you enjoy the following information as much as I
did! Thanks to Tina and Phil Robinson for sending it and the attachment
along.

Retired legendary Hanover High School English teacher, John Hopkins, has
recently release his first book of poems entitled Celtic Nan.

Father Timothy Joyce sums up this book best by saying “John Hopkins, in
this anthology of his poems, opens up the depths of ordinary life
experiences, relationships, and the significance of faith in our lives.”
Father Joyce further said, “I took delight and just smiled as I read many
of his poems.”

The book is available on Amazon and can be delivered quickly if you have
Amazon Prime.

If you do not have access to Amazon, contact John (always Mr. Hopkins to
me!) directly at: brotherjohnnyhop@gmail.com .

It’s a perfect gift for St. Patrick’s Day!

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Partial hiring freeze causes delays and service changes

Dear fellow Hanoverians:

Hanover Town Clerk Catherine Harder-Bernier confirmed this past week with
Finance Director Chelsea Stevens that due to the COVID-19 partial hiring
freeze, the Town of Hanover will not be filling the Assistant Town Clerk
position until sometime after the May Annual Town Meeting confirms approval
of the position for Fiscal 2022. The office used to have two full-time
employees, and now there is only one. Therefore, the Town Clerk’s Office
will continue to be understaffed for the rest of this fiscal year, as it
has been since the end of August, 2020.

“Hanover residents are used to the Town Clerk’s Office acting as the
welcoming and helpful ‘front porch to the old-style General Store’, and
providing superior customer service” said Harder-Bernier.
“Unfortunately, with the reduction in staff to half our usual
availability, we are simply unable to fulfill the mission of this office
the way we would like to fulfill it, and the way Hanover residents are used
to,” she continued.

In order to protect the integrity of the work that is urgently necessary
and due to the COVID-19 partial hiring freeze and service cuts, the
following services have been changed as follows:
• The Town, including the Town Clerk’s Office, no longer provides
notary public services
• As a result of a tag manufacturing delay and the staffing shortage, dog
license applications for 2021 are back-logged and currently being responded
to approximately 4-6 weeks after the application. That will result in a
lag-time for checks to be cashed, but residents should rest assured that
their checks are secured in the meantime.
• The phones will be answered “live” as much as humanly possible. We
will strive to return phone messages within one business day. In the
meantime, residents are urged to seek information on the Town Clerk’s
section of the website.
• All records requests, including vital records (birth, marriage and
death certificates), business certificates, public records, etc., will be
responded to as soon as possible, but as the law allows, they may take up
to 10 days to be responded to. Residents are kindly asked to plan
accordingly.
• In-person appointments are being made for people who wish to file
marriage intentions or need to be sworn in to a new position.
• Because of the pandemic, ALL other transactions are being handled
electronically, via a drop-off in the front door mail slot, or via US Mail
– depending on the nature of the transaction and the location of the
requestor.
• The planned application for CPC funding to further the planned archival
of files from the basement of Town Hall that are now stored at Sylvester
School has been delayed at least another year.

“Hanover residents should rest assured that this is not how I like
services to be provided, and I sincerely regret any inconvenience or delay
the COVID-19-related partial hiring freeze is causing. I will do my best
to do both jobs for now! I look forward to re-authorizing a full-time
Assistant Town Clerk to this office at the May 3 Annual Town Meeting,”
said Harder-Bernier. “In the meantime, the one service that will not
change is the administration of our elections. That has always been of
utmost importance. Fortunately, the former Finance Director Lincoln
Heineman agreed with me and allowed me to hire four temporary per-diem
staff back in the fall. Hopefully that prioritization will continue and
per diem staff can be re-hired this spring as we gear up for the May Annual
Town Election,” she continued.

Residents who wish to transact business with the Town Clerk’s Office
should contact Town Clerk Catherine Harder-Bernier at
catherine.harderbernier@hanover-ma.gov or (781) 826-5000 x1079.

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