5 Things March 12 in Easton: GOP Debate Tonight at Stonehill

1. Trends in Travel at the Ames Free Library

Tonight at 6:30 p.m.,

Ellen Paderson, who founded Smiles and Miles Travel, Inc. of Easton, MA, over 20 years ago, is delighted for the opportunity to discuss the world of travel. Ellen has traveled extensively and has first-hand knowledge of most popular destinations and cruise ships.

She has won numerous industry awards, has earned many certifications, and is often quoted in national publications. Most recently, an interview with Ellen appeared in the travel pages of USA Today. www.smilesandmilestravel.com

2. Meet the Candidate: Dottie Fulginiti

Tonight at Hibernia at 7 p.m.,The Committee to Elect Dottie Fulginiti invites all Easton residents to join us for a night of conversation and to share their perspective of the future of our town.

This meet and greet/fundraiser will be held on Tuesday March 12th at the Hibernia Restaurant from 7pm to 9pm and will offer complimentary appetizers and cash bar.

For more information about the candidate go to: www.electdottiefulginiti.com

3. Oliver Ames Hockey to Play TODAY in South Sectional Finals

The Oliver Ames Hockey team will play tonight in the South Sectional Finals, 5:30 p.m. at Gallo Arena in Bourne. The game was originally scheduled for Sunday.

OA will play Franklin for the right to play in the TD Garden.

4. GOP Senate Debate at Stonehill

State Rep. Dan Winslow, former U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan and former Navy SEAL Gabriel Gomez will participate in an hour-long forum starting at 7 p.m. at Stonehill College. The debate will be live-streamed on WCVB-TV’s website.

The three candidates are vying for the Republican nomination in the April 30 primary. The winner will take on the winner of the Stephen Lynch-Edward Markey battle on the Democratic side of the ballot.

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