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SUMMARY:Community Conference Call on COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Comerford via conference call to hear updates on the actions of the Senate working group on COVID-19\, get answers to your questions\, and share your ideas directly with the Senator. \nTo join\, dial (605) 313-5111\, and use access code: 378045.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/community-conference-call-on-covid-19-5/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T154500
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T181103Z
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SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Deerfield & Greenfield focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-south-deerfield/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T121500
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T211940Z
UID:3571-1585394100-1585397700@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Hatfield focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-hatfield/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200316T151716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T151716Z
UID:4691-1585141200-1585144800@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Community Conference Call on COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Comerford via conference call to hear updates on the actions of the Senate working group on COVID-19\, get answers to your questions\, and share your ideas directly with the Senator. \nTo join\, dial (605) 313-5111\, and use access code: 378045.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/community-conference-call-on-covid-19-4/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200316T151636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T151636Z
UID:4689-1585128600-1585132200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Community Conference Call on COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Comerford via conference call to hear updates on the actions of the Senate working group on COVID-19\, get answers to your questions\, and share your ideas directly with the Senator. \nTo join\, dial (605) 313-5111\, and use access code: 378045.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/community-conference-call-on-covid-19-3/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190909T181208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T180252Z
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SUMMARY:The People's Virtual Office
DESCRIPTION:In light of public health guidelines\, the regular office hours District Director Elena Cohen is holding throughout the district are now virtual. \nSign up for a phone call slot here.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-in-amherst-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T211948Z
UID:3565-1584799200-1584802800@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Sunderland focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-sunderland/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T211720Z
UID:3561-1584792000-1584795600@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Whately focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-whately/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200316T151320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T151420Z
UID:4685-1584536400-1584540000@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Community Conference Call on COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Comerford via conference call to hear updates on the actions of the Senate working group on COVID-19\, get answers to your questions\, and share your ideas directly with the Senator. \nTo join\, dial (605) 313-5111\, and use access code: 378045.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/community-conference-call-on-covid-19-2/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200316T150736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T151515Z
UID:4681-1584523800-1584527400@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Community Conference Call on COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Comerford via conference call to hear updates on the actions of the Senate working group on COVID-19\, get answers to your questions\, and share your ideas directly with the Senator. \nTo join\, dial (605) 313-5111\, and use access code: 378045.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/community-conference-call-on-covid-19/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190909T191601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T180748Z
UID:3259-1584356400-1584367200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Virtual Office
DESCRIPTION:In light of public health guidelines\, the regular office hours District Director Elena Cohen has been holding throughout the district are now virtual. \nSign up for a phone call slot\, email Elena at Elena.Cohen@MASenate.gov.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-in-montague-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T211613Z
UID:3558-1584194400-1584198000@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Northampton focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-northampton/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T141142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T211418Z
UID:3554-1584187200-1584190800@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour - Pelham focus
DESCRIPTION:All of Senator Comerford’s library visits from March 14 through May 2 have been moved to conference calls. \nThis decision was made in light of public health guidelines. Going virtual will allow Senator Comerford to keep the opportunity\, especially during this pressing time\, for people to learn about the work Senator Comerford and her team are doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community. \nEach call will focus on the town whose library we planned to visit. Constituents from each town are warmly invited to call (605) 313-5111 and use access code: 378045 to join the call. Constituents from other towns are also welcome to call in.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-pelham/
LOCATION:Conference Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200227T205818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T173249Z
UID:4574-1583326800-1583334000@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Joint Committee on Public Health Oversight Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Public Health will conduct an oversight hearing regarding Massachusetts’ Preparedness and Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak. View the livestream and recording of the hearing here.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/joint-committee-on-public-health-oversight-hearing/
LOCATION:Room A-1\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200302T172517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T172517Z
UID:4582-1583240400-1583247600@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Revenue will hold a bill hearing (bills listed here). \nWe invite you to submit written testimony and/or testify in person on bills you care about. Testimony on bills in this hearing should be addressed to Committee Co-Chairs Senator Adam Hinds and Representative Mark Cusack. To submit written testimony\, email the Committee Co-Chairs (Adam.Hinds@masenate.gov\, Mark.Cusack@mahouse.gov) and feel free to copy Senator Comerford (Jo.Comerford@masenate.gov).
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/joint-committee-on-revenue-hearing-11/
LOCATION:Room B-2\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T140746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T195232Z
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SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour in Erving
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are vital institutions in our communities. They serve as gathering places\, educational and cultural resources\, introductions to literacy\, and so much more. To celebrate the central role libraries play in our communities\, Senator Jo Comerford will be traveling to a library in each of the 24 cities and towns in her district from October to May. \nJoin Jo for an informal gathering at your local library to learn more about the work she’s doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-erving/
LOCATION:Erving Public Library\, 2 Care Drive\, Erving\, MA\, 01344
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T131500
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T140447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T220942Z
UID:3546-1583064900-1583068500@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour in Wendell
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are vital institutions in our communities. They serve as gathering places\, educational and cultural resources\, introductions to literacy\, and so much more. To celebrate the central role libraries play in our communities\, Senator Jo Comerford will be traveling to a library in each of the 24 cities and towns in her district from October to May. \nJoin Jo for an informal gathering at your local library to learn more about the work she’s doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-wendell/
LOCATION:Wendell Free Public Library\, 7 Wendell Depot Road\, Wendell\, MA\, 01379
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200130T184031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T184031Z
UID:4456-1582884000-1582891200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Department of Labor Standards Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Labor Standards shall conduct two public hearings to determine the appropriateness of issuing regulatory guidance in the form of an opinion letter regarding the scope of “agricultural and farm work” within the context of the Massachusetts Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws and in light of the recent Supreme Judicial Court case of Arias-Villano vs. Chang Enterprises\, Inc. et al 481 Mass 425 (2019) \nNotice is hereby given pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A\, §2\, that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development\, in conjunction with the Department of Labor Standards (DLS)\, will hold two public hearings on this matter. The purpose of the informal public hearings will be to receive public comments or questions and to determine if additional guidance from the Department may be beneficial. \nThe hearings will be held on Thursday\, February 27\, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Old Chapel\, UMass Amherst\, MA\, 144 Hicks Way\, Amherst\, MA (parking at UMass Amherst Parking Garage or for handicap parking Lot 64 between Goodell and South College) and Friday\, February 28\, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at MassDEP Central Office\, 8 New Bond Street\, Worcester\, MA (parking along building or in back). \nHow to submit testimony \nThe Department encourages all interested parties\, including those who testify at the public hearing\, to submit written questions and comments electronically to dlsFeedback@state.ma.us. Please submit electronic testimony as an attached Word document and type “Agriculture and Farming” in the subject line. Kindly include the sender’s full name and address. \nParties who are unable to submit electronic comments should mail submissions to: \nOffice of the General Counsel\, Department of Labor Standards\n19 Staniford Street\, Second Floor\nBoston\, MA 02114 \nAll written or oral comments submitted to the Department may be posted on the Department’s website and released in response to a request for public records. \n**All written testimony must be received by Monday\, March 4\, 2020**
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/department-of-labor-standards-public-hearing-2/
LOCATION:MassDEPCentral Office\, 8 New Bond Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01606
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200130T182454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200227T180017Z
UID:4449-1582801200-1582812000@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Department of Labor Standards Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Labor Standards shall conduct two public hearings to determine the appropriateness of issuing regulatory guidance in the form of an opinion letter regarding the scope of “agricultural and farm work” within the context of the Massachusetts Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws and in light of the recent Supreme Judicial Court case of Arias-Villano vs. Chang Enterprises\, Inc. et al 481 Mass 425 (2019) \nNotice is hereby given pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A\, §2\, that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development\, in conjunction with the Department of Labor Standards (DLS)\, will hold two public hearings on this matter. The purpose of the informal public hearings will be to receive public comments or questions and to determine if additional guidance from the Department may be beneficial. \nThe hearings will be held on Thursday\, February 27\, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Old Chapel\, UMass Amherst\, MA\, 144 Hicks Way\, Amherst\, MA (parking at UMass Amherst Parking Garage or for handicap parking Lot 64 between Goodell and South College) and Friday\, February 28\, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at MassDEP Central Office\, 8 New Bond Street\, Worcester\, MA (parking along building or in back). \nHow to submit testimony \nThe Department encourages all interested parties\, including those who testify at the public hearing\, to submit written questions and comments electronically to dlsFeedback@state.ma.us. Please submit electronic testimony as an attached Word document and type “Agriculture and Farming” in the subject line. Kindly include the sender’s full name and address. \nParties who are unable to submit electronic comments should mail submissions to: \nOffice of the General Counsel\, Department of Labor Standards\n19 Staniford Street\, Second Floor\nBoston\, MA 02114 \nAll written or oral comments submitted to the Department may be posted on the Department’s website and released in response to a request for public records. \n**All written testimony must be received by Monday\, March 4\, 2020**
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/department-of-labor-standards-public-hearing/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Old Chapel\, Old Chapel\, 144 Hicks Way\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200213T141224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T141224Z
UID:4545-1582722000-1582736400@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Public Health will hold a hearing for late filed bills (bills listed here). \nWe invite you to submit written testimony and/or testify in person on bills you care about. Testimony on bills in this hearing should be addressed to Committee Co-Chairs Senator Jo Comerford and Representative John Mahoney. To submit written testimony\, email the Committee Co-Chairs (Jo.Comerford@masenate.gov\, John.Mahoney@mahouse.gov).
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/joint-committee-on-public-health-hearing-16/
LOCATION:Room B-2\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190909T181018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T184509Z
UID:3239-1582707600-1582718400@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office in Amherst
DESCRIPTION:Senator Comerford’s team seeks to be as accessible as possible to constituents living in the 24 cities and towns of the Hampshire\, Franklin\, Worcester district. In addition to our availability to attend meetings and events\, and to schedule individual meetings with constituents\, District Director Elena Cohen will be holding regular office hours throughout the district. \nAll locations are wheelchair accessible. Feel free to contact Elena with any questions by email at elena.cohen@masenate.gov or by calling our district office at (413) 367-4656. \nCome see us! \nPublic Transit Directions\nSenator Comerford’s UMass office is accessible by bus: B43\, 38\, R29
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-in-amherst-6/
LOCATION:Sen. Comerford’s District Office (old)\, UMass Amherst\, Isenberg School of Management\, Suite 101\, 121 Presidents Drive\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190909T193338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200124T142130Z
UID:3273-1582282800-1582293600@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office in Orange
DESCRIPTION:Senator Comerford’s team seeks to be as accessible as possible to constituents living in the 24 cities and towns of the Hampshire\, Franklin\, Worcester district. In addition to our availability to attend meetings and events\, and to schedule individual meetings with constituents\, District Director Elena Cohen will be holding regular office hours throughout the district. \nAll locations are wheelchair accessible. Feel free to contact Elena with any questions by email at elena.cohen@masenate.gov or by calling our district office at (413) 367-4656. \nCome see us! \nPublic Transit Directions\nQuabbin Mediation is accessible by bus: 32\, Athol/Orange Shuttles #1 and #2
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-in-orange-2/
LOCATION:Orange – Quabbin Mediation\, 13 South Main Street\, Orange\, MA\, 01364
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200109T142753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T144002Z
UID:4345-1581445800-1581453000@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Gun Laws: A Conversation about Keeping Our Community Safe and Preventing Violence
DESCRIPTION:Join Hatfield HEADS Up for a panel discussion on keeping our communities safe and preventing violence. \nNorthwestern District Attorney David Sullivan will moderate a panel discussion on the ramifications of school violence\, the impact of school shooting drills on students\, how schools and parents can help young people cope with regular school shooter drills and fear of violence\, the status of gun related legislation in Massachusetts\, and how communities can balance fun rights with community safety. Panelists include: \n\nState Senator Jo Comerford\nState Representative Lindsay Sabadosa\nJosh Miller\, Smith College School for Social Work professor\nHatfield Police Chief Mike Dekoshak\nHeather White\, MA Chapter of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention\nSmith Academy student Ava Carter-Meo\n\nFollowing the panel\, there will be opportunities for questions and comments from the audience. \nThe keynote speaker will be Anne Thalheimer\, a survivor of a 1992 school shooting at Simon’s Rock College in Great Barrington\, Holyoke-based artist\, educator\, and part of a flagship leadership program for survivors of gun violence. \nChild care is available by calling Jackie Pelc at (413) 247-5101 or Kristy Dadmun at (413) 247-5641 by February 2\, 2020. \nHEADS Up will provide refreshments. \nSnow date is February 12.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/beyond-gun-laws-a-conversation-about-keeping-our-community-safe-and-preventing-violence/
LOCATION:Hatfield Elementary School\, 33 Main Street\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T140338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T202824Z
UID:3542-1581166800-1581170400@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour in Leyden
DESCRIPTION:Important location information: \nBecause the Robertson Memorial Library cannot accommodate a large group\, our schedule will be as follows:\n\n12:45 p.m. – 12:55 p.m.: The Senator will take a brief tour of the Robertson Memorial Library (849 Greenfield Road)\n1:00 p.m.  – 2:00 p.m.: We will convene for a larger group conversation at the Leyden Town Hall in the downstairs cafe (16 West Leyden Road)\n\nLibraries are vital institutions in our communities. They serve as gathering places\, educational and cultural resources\, introductions to literacy\, and so much more. To celebrate the central role libraries play in our communities\, Senator Jo Comerford will be traveling to a library in each of the 24 cities and towns in her district from October to May. \nJoin Jo for an informal gathering at your local library to learn more about the work she’s doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-leyden/
LOCATION:Leyden Town Hall\, 16 W Leyden Road\, Leyden\, MA\, 01301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190924T135848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T135958Z
UID:3538-1581159600-1581163200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office Library Tour in Northfield
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are vital institutions in our communities. They serve as gathering places\, educational and cultural resources\, introductions to literacy\, and so much more. To celebrate the central role libraries play in our communities\, Senator Jo Comerford will be traveling to a library in each of the 24 cities and towns in her district from October to May. \nJoin Jo for an informal gathering at your local library to learn more about the work she’s doing on your behalf in the legislature\, ask questions\, and join in on the conversation about issues affecting your community.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-library-tour-in-northfield/
LOCATION:Dickinson Memorial Library\, 115 Main Street\, Northfield\, MA\, 01360
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200205T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200204T202027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T180606Z
UID:4500-1580909400-1580914800@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Senate Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change Oversight Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Senate Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change will conduct an oversight hearing on climate change polling from MassINC Polling Group.  Those invited include MassINC. \nTestimony will be provided by invitation only.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/senate-committee-on-global-warming-and-climate-change-oversight-hearing-5/
LOCATION:Room A-1\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200103T195708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T212900Z
UID:4310-1580898600-1580905800@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:MASSCAP Briefing: Finding the Way Forward in MA
DESCRIPTION:Please join Massachusetts Association for Community Action (MASSCAP) for an opportunity to discuss the findings of their updated report on poverty and opportunity in Massachusetts and how we will overcome these obstacles collectively. Joining the briefing will be report author\, Nancy Wagman\, Kids Count Director at MassBudget. \nMASSCAP wants to hear from folks so that Community Action Agencies can learn more about the specific needs of communities. We will discuss current public policies that assist some of our most vulnerable families and residents\, and how we can work together to make sustainable changes and provide increased opportunities to all. These policies include: \n\nFuel Assistance\nEarly Education and Care including Head Start\nFree Tax Preparation (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or VITA) and Financial Education\nPreventing Youth Homelessness\nCommunity Collaborations\n\nClick here to register or RSVP to Joe Diamond\, Executive Director: joediamond@masscap.org or (617) 357-6086
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/masscap-briefing-finding-the-way-forward-in-ma/
LOCATION:Room 428\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200120T144803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200207T150425Z
UID:4528-1580814000-1580821200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Joint Committee on Higher Education Hearing
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Higher Education will hold a bill hearing (bills listed here). \nWe invite you to submit written testimony and/or testify in person on bills you care about. Testimony on bills in this hearing should be addressed to Committee Co-Chairs Senator Anne Gobi and Representative Jeffrey Roy. To submit written testimony\, email the Committee Co-Chairs (Anne.Gobi@masenate.gov\, Jeffrey.Roy@mahouse.gov) and feel free to copy Senator Comerford (Jo.Comerford@masenate.gov).
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/joint-committee-on-higher-education-hearing-5/
LOCATION:Room A-2\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200130T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20200110T211952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T212354Z
UID:4360-1580380200-1580385600@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:Hunger on College Campuses Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a briefing on Hunger on College Campuses. Hear students share their experiences with food insecurity and experts identify the scale of the problem in Massachusetts. \nPlease contact Dan McCarthy (dmccarthy@gbfg.org) or Gina Plata-Nino (gplatanino@cwjustice.org) with questions.
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/hunger-on-college-campuses-briefing/
LOCATION:Room 428\, State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T035838
CREATED:20190909T180944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T184523Z
UID:3237-1580288400-1580299200@senatorjocomerford.org
SUMMARY:The People's Office in Amherst
DESCRIPTION:Senator Comerford’s team seeks to be as accessible as possible to constituents living in the 24 cities and towns of the Hampshire\, Franklin\, Worcester district. In addition to our availability to attend meetings and events\, and to schedule individual meetings with constituents\, District Director Elena Cohen will be holding regular office hours throughout the district. \nAll locations are wheelchair accessible. Feel free to contact Elena with any questions by email at elena.cohen@masenate.gov or by calling our district office at (413) 367-4656. \nCome see us! \nPublic Transit Directions\nSenator Comerford’s UMass office is accessible by bus: B43\, 38\, R29
URL:https://senatorjocomerford.org/event/the-peoples-office-in-amherst-5/
LOCATION:Sen. Comerford’s District Office (old)\, UMass Amherst\, Isenberg School of Management\, Suite 101\, 121 Presidents Drive\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003
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