RMA OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
IMPLEMENTED DECEMBER 1, 2024
MEMBERSHIP: Chris Hammer, Brian Johansson, Paul Sturgis, Dick Testa, Larry Vifquain
The Operations Committee met via Zoom to decide how to execute the duties of President as a result of the vacancy created by the expiration of Dick Testa’s term. It was agreed each member of the Committee accept a 3 month, 3 meeting term as President, during which he would be responsible for all the duties of the presidency. This new structure commences on December 2024, the beginning of a new fiscal year, as follows:
Brian – D-J-F
Chris – M-A-M
Larry – J-A-S
Dick – O
Paul – N-D-J
HIKES: TBA
RMA ACTIVITIES 2025
Below are proposed events for 2025.
Just a reminder that spouses/guests are welcome to attend these events.
UPDATED Proposed 2025 Events
MARCH
- Lowell Makes Lowell MA
March 25, 2025 10:30am Lunch follows
Host: Joe Comperchio EMAIL 781-249-6249
Sign up sheet Ride Share available
APRIL
- BSO Rehearsals
Thursday April 3rd 10:30am
Elgar Violin Concerto, with World known, Frank Peter Zimmerman
Main floor $36/ $22.50
1st Bal. $27.90 2nd Bal.$22.50
Host: Larry Vifquain EMAIL 774-249-9127
Sign up sheet Ride Share Available
Spouses and Guests welcome
- Titanic, The Artifact Exhibition at The Castle at the Park Plaza
Wednesday April 16th, 2025
Sponsored and hosted by Sudbury Senior Center.
https://sudburyseniorcenter.org/programs/sudbury-senior-trips/
- Included in $125/person is:
- Event Admission
- Round trip bus
- Lunch at Maggiano’s
Sign up at the Senior Center by March 14
SPRING
- Geology Field Trip with Bill Vales
Oak Hill and Tophet Chasm in Littleton
APRIL-MAY 2025 $0.00
SUMMER
- American Heritage Museum Hudson MA
Very extensive display of military equipment and docents to enrich the experience.
SUMMER 2025 Wed-Fri 10-5 Senior/Vets $18
- US Coast Guard Academy New London CT (1 ¾ hrs)
Cadet conducted campus tour and USCGA museum.
Spring/Summer 2025
- New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill Boylston, MA
A living museum dedicated to creating experiences with plants.
Formal garden, Farm to Table Café
Spring/Summer 2025 $17
Golf Cart Tour: $30*
Guided Walking Tour: $25*
*incl. admission
AUGUST
- WooSox Baseball Worcester
Great venue, golf cart ride – parking to stadium
AUGUST 2025 Great Seats at $26
SEPTEMBER
- RMA ANNUAL DINNER WEDGEWOOD PINES
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025
Wedgewood Pines in Stow, MA
- New England Air Museum
Windsor Locks, CT (1 ¾ hours)
Over 80 Aircraft plus engines, instruments, other artifacts incl. B29 and DC3. Self-guided with docents at exhibits.
Summer/Fall 2025 $19/p
OCTOBER
- Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center
Whitinsville MA (1 hr drive)
Guided tour
Fall 2025 $5/p
Contact: Events Committee
John Clancy johnjinx7@comcast.net
Joe Comperchio joe.comperchio@gmail.com
Larry Vifquain lbvifquain@gmail.com
Joe Bausk joebausk@verizon.net
The Parmenter Foundation –
A Place to Turn for Personalized Support
If you are having a hard time navigating the logistics and feelings associated with a loved one who is ailing or who has died, The Parmenter Foundation offers expert, compassionate end-of-life and bereavement guidance with licensed social Pugach. Niki is accessible to speak with you, via phone or Zoom, to help you work through these challenges and refer you to additional services that may be beneficial.
https://par
menterfoundation.org/social-worker/
HAPPY NEW YEAR: 2025
