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5 Things May 2 in Easton: Town Receiving Applications for Boards, Committees

A look at what is happening around town today.

1. Easton Taking Applications for Boards/Committees

The Town of Easton is accepting applications for numerous Boards and Committees with terms to start on July 1, 2013. Please click here for full information.

2. How to Plan, Save For College at Ames Free Library

Find out what's happening in Eastonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Ames Free Library:

Bring your questions and get ready to roll up your sleeves! We will discuss hot-button issues such as how to make a college game plan while there’s time, understanding that the key to college affordability is within your child, how to avoid the highly counterproductive effect of college debt, whether saving for retirement and saving for college has to be an either/or choice, as well as explaining the ins and outs of financial aid.

Bill Geasey is a local professional who knows first-hand how challenging it is to afford college these days, and includes information and strategies to navigate the process as smoothly as possible. Bill has personally had success in understanding and reducing college expenses, and it is this experience is what he shares with participants. He has been able to send his two daughters to private New England colleges for less than half the cost of one.

Find out what's happening in Eastonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

3. Check out the Latest Town Meeting Warrant Draft

Please click here for a draft warrant for this year's Annual Town Meeting, scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2013 at 7:00 pm in the Oliver Ames High School Auditorium on Lothrop Street.

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5. Rayham Park Presents Plans For Slots

There could be a slot parlor very close to Easton's border. Click here for more.

 

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