The Wrentham Times

Yard Sales Galore This Saturday

Wrentham will host two large yard sales this Saturday, May 18th. Boy Scout Troop 131, American Legion Post 225 and Original Congregational Church will all host yard sales benefiting their respective groups. 

The Original Congregational Church will start the day off with an inside yard sale. Doors will open at 8 a.m. In addition to the usual treasures, the yard sale will include popular perennials and a bake sale. The church is located in the center of Wrentham at the intersections of routes 1A and 140. Additional donations may be dropped off at the church between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday May 17. 

Wrentham Boy Scout Troop 131 will hold its annual giant spring yard sale 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wrentham Center parking lot across from the Original Congregational Church. There will be bikes, sports equipment, books, toys, clothing, household items, exercise equipment and more. Proceeds from the sale will go to Troop 131 to help maintain camping equipment and fund Troop activities.

Scouts to hold Electronics Recycling Fundaiser

Cub Scout Pack 131 will hold an electronics fundraiser, April 13th in the Wrentham Center Parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Old electronics, such as computers and gaming systems, will be recycled for a donation of $5 per item or $20 for all you can haul (a separate fee is required for TV's and computer monitors).

Neubecker Earns Eagle Scout Rank

Neubecker stands with his parents while Troop 131 Scoutmaster Alan Plantamura speaks. Photo courtesy of Chris Roman.

Plan, develop, and give leadership to others in a service project helpful to any religious institution, any school, or your community. That's one of the many requirements a Boy Scout must complete to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, and that's exactly what Troy Neubecker did when he decided to raise the funds and oversee the creation of a 9/11 Memorial for the Town. He accomplished that goal with the dedication of the memorial this past September and now a granite reminder of the 9/11 tragedy stands in front of Wrentham Town Hall. Thanks to his efforts and fulfilling all the other requirements necessary to receive the rank, Neubecker is now an Eagle Scout. Sunday, Neubecker along with his family, friends and members of Wrentham Troop 131, celebrated his accomplishment at a special Court of Honor. 

To learn about the dedication of the memorial, read Hundreds Remember 9/11 as New Memorial is Unveiled.

Courage, Confidence & Character

Sixteen 7th-12th grade Girl Scouts from troops 4348, 4812, and 4922 in Wrentham and Plainville camped (in tents) and competed at Operation Snowflake at Camp Greenbrier in Acushnet last weekend, February 16-17th.  The competition was attended by 23 troops from several states in the Northeast. The girls competed in firebuilding, two lashing events – one that includes a travois race, woodsawing, a biathalon which combines snowshoeing and throwing balls into a target, constellation identification, a dogsled race, compass course, dessert baking, patrol flag design & construction, and a surprise competition. They also had to pass two inspections that made sure the girls, the troop, and the campsite were able to weather the elements of winter camping. Although it was only 21 degrees overnight and six inches of snow fell during the weekend, the girls were not deterred. Cadette Troop 4922 won first place Cadette Patrol and 1st place Cadette Troop - along with one second place ribbon and four first place ribbons in events. Cadette Troop 4812 came in second in Cadettes, winning four first place ribbons and a second place in events... not to mention the 17 second sawing through a 5" diameter log by Katarina Livar.  Cadette/ Senior/Ambassador Troop 4348 won the Trailblazer Award and first place in Senior Flagpole Lashing.

Webelos Earn Arrow of Light

Webelos from Pack 131 and Pack 61 achieved the highest honor for a Cub Scout at the annual Blue and Gold Banquet. The boys earned the Arrow of Light, which is the only Cub Scout badge that may be worn on the Boy Scout uniform. The rank was presented to the scouts at the banquet which is held each year to celebrate the birthday of Cub Scouting. The ceremony took place at the Delaney School. The Webelos  participated in a Crossover Ceremony which is their official entry into Boy Scouts. Members of Boy Scout Troop 131 were on hand to welcome the Webelos into the ranks of Boy Scouts. The event was followed by lunch with family and friends. State Representative Dan Winslow attended as well as Wrentham selectmen Joseph Botaish and Charlie Kennedy. 

Scouts Say, "Thank you"

The Boy Scouts of Troop 131 have finished collecting Christmas trees as of today. They are very grateful for all the people that put trees out and this year has been a great success. If any trees have not been picked up yet, please contact scoutmaster Alan Plantamura to let him know at 508-384-0457. The scouts will make sure all trees are picked up Sunday.

Boy Scouts to Provide Christmas Tree Removal

Wrentham Boy Scout Troop 131 will perform their annual Christmas tree recycling drive as a service project for Wrentham residents only. For a $10 donation, curbside pickup will be on Saturday, January 5th (raindate: Sun., Jan 6th). Please place your donation in an envelope. Seal the envelope and place it around the bottom of the tree with a rubber band. Make checks payable to "Troop 131" and place the tree on the curb near the street before 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 5th, 2013. For safety reasons, they cannot accept trees with tinsel, flocked trees, trees with nails, artificial trees, wreaths with metal shape wires, or trees with any other metal attached. Your donations are a critical part of the ability to provide a quality program, consistent with the high ideals of scouting. The Scouts of Troop 131 thank you for your support. Questions may be directed to 508-384-0457 or Alan.Plantamura@Verizon.net.

Boy Scouts Holding Annual Wreath Sale

Boy Scout Troop 131, of Wrentham, is holding their annual Christmas wreath sale. Each 12-inch, doorsize fresh balsam wreath comes with a red velveteen bow and cost $13 each (2 or more, $11 each), and are available to order.

Delivery in the Wrentham area will be arranged starting Saturday, Nov. 24th. This is Troop 131’s major fundraising event. Proceeds help purchase camping equipment and provide summer camp scholarships, as well as enable the troop to experience new camping ventures. To place orders, call  508-384-0457 or email alan.plantamura@verizon.net.

BSA has opportunities for boys from first grade to age 18, and they welcome new attendees at anytime of the year.  You can go to BeAScout.org for more information on local scouting organizations, or contact Alan Plantamura alan.plantamura@verizon.net for more information on Troop 131.

Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts to Help Sandy Victims

The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of Wrentham and Plainville and Boy Scouts of Norfolk are joining forces to send a truck of needed items to Sandy victims in New York City’s Rockaways section. Trinity Church, 47 East St., Wrentham has offered their parish hall as a collection spot for the items. Due to the urgency of the need, the collection will only be for three days. The truck leaves on Thursday morning. The troops will be collecting the following items: Water Blankets Candles Flashlights Lights Water FoodBatteries Diapers and Wipes Gloves and Masks Rubber boots Shovels Cleaning supplies and bleach Trash bagsServing dishes and utensils Anything that produces heat Winter wear (jackets, hats, gloves, warm stuff)  - THEY NO LONGER NEED GENERAL CLOTHING SUPPLIES  -Extension cords/strip cords, Lights (to plug in), push brooms, Crow bars, WD-40, Headlamps, Matches/Lighters, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Adult diapers, Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion), Rain/working boots, Medicine (adult and children’s cold medicine, Ibuprofen), Feminine hygiene (Maxi pads).

Only gently used and new items are being collected. To arrange a drop off time, email: pelrine.scouts@verizon.net.

Cub Scouts Holding Yard Sale

Wrentham Cub Scout Pack 131 is having a yard sale, this Saturday, in the Wrentham Municipal Parking Lot (interestion of Rt 140 and Rt 1-A) to help fund its activities and scholarships for the upcoming year. The Cub Scouts are also accepting donations of items the morning of the sale. Donations are being accepted starting at 7:30. No early bird buyers.