Do Lenders Care?

I recently read an article quoting a prominent real estate agent expressing his fears that foreclosures were on the rise and that lenders shouldn't be making loans to people who don't deserve them.Full Story:

http://realtytimes.com/rtcpages/20050930_lenderscare.htm

Future Rates May Depend on September Jobs Report on Hurricane's Effects

Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 5.91 percent, with an average 0.5
point, for the week ending September 29, 2005, up from last week when it averaged 5.80 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.72 percent.Full Story:

http://realtytimes.com/rtcpages/20050930_sarasota.htm);

8th Annual Silver Plate Dinner

The Friends of the Barnstable Council on Aging are pleased to announce the 8th Annual Silver Plate Dinner, to be held on Tuesday, October 11th, 2005.The Silver Plate is a unique opportunity for area residents to support the Barnstable Senior Center just by eating breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of the many fine restaurants in our area on Tuesday October 11th. Participating restaurant partners will donate 10% of their proceeds for the day to the Senior Center to help support the many classes and activities available to Barnstable residents. In addition, funds raised will help go towards finishing the lower level of the Center.This year, we are pleased to have four generous sponsors for the event; Whitehall Estates, Home Instead, Cape Cod Cooperative Bank, and Robert J. McGowen, MD.Joining you in this fundraiser are some of the area’s ‘celebrities.’ State Representative Demetrius Atsalis will be eating at the Roadhouse Cafe; Erin Healy of Prime Time Cape Cod will be at the Brazilian Grille; David Stills of the Barnstable Patriot and Town Councilor Janice Barton will be joining the gang at Spanky’s Clamshack. State Representative. Jeff Perry will be eating at the Barnstable Tavern. Town Councilor Ann Canedy will be at the Dolphin. Additionally, Lynne Poyant of the Hyannis Chamber will be dining out at the Naked Oyster to support the Barnstable Senior Center.For more info on this fundraiser, as well as other events and programming at the Barnstable Senior Center, please call us at 508-862-4750.


Participating Restaurants

Alberto’sAmari’s
The Barnstable Tavern
Black Cat
Bobby Byrne’s
Box Lunch
Brazilian Grille
Caffe e Dolci
The Dolphin
Five Bays BistroGrille
16Island Merchant
Mattakeese Wharf
Naked Oyster
The PaddockRoadhouse
CaféRoo Bar
Sam Diego’s
Spanky’s Clamshack

The F.U.N. Program of Cape Cod Child Development

Saturday, October 29th, 20053:00-5:00 pmVillage Green, Main Street, Hyannis

Hay ride
Trick or Treat Hunt
Kids come in costume
MoonwalkFood
Balloons
Picture with the witch
Carnival Games
*Craft Table
*Sensory Activities
*Petting ZooSpooky Music

(* Supported by a Grant from the MA Department of Education)

SENIOR CENTER NEWS

Medicare Part DThe time is getting close to make a choice. Enrollment to the plan will begin on November 15th. The Senior Center will be offering more presentations on the new Federal Medicare drug program, Part D. If you haven't been to one of the general reviews now is the time to sign up for one. On Thursday, October 6th, at 1:30 p.m., we will offer a general review of the program and how it is going to work and affect seniors. Medicare Part D, Choices, will be on October 20th and November 3rd at 1:30 p.m.. We will be offering two opportunities to learn about the choices you have to make from the different companies that will be offering plans. We will try to compare the plans to help you get the best one to suit your needs. Please sign up at the desk for either or both, the general Medicare D or Medicare D choices workshops, 508-862-4750 to save a seat.Fuel AssistanceWe are looking at a long cold winter with probably very high fuel costs. We will have the applications for fuel assistance the first of October. If you are single and your income is $19,140 or less, or you are married and your income is $25,660 or less, you are eligible for fuel assistance. The form is very simple and completely confidential. So please call Support Services, Outreach Department for information. You can reach Claudia at 508-862-4754 or Judy at 508-862-4752.Chicken Soup for CaregiversIf you or someone you know is a caregiver (friend, neighbor, or family member) please join us on October 20th @ 3:30pm for a hearty serving of homemade Chicken Soup and learn what we are doing to help caregivers in our community. All are welcome, just RSVP 508-862-4750. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Older Americans Act administered through your local Area Agency on Aging, Elder Services, Inc.

COMING NOVEMBER 9TH, 1ST ANNUAL PIE AUCTION & BAKE SALE AT THE SENIOR CENTER FROM 2:00PM- 4:00PM. DON'T MISS OUT...GET THE BEST HOMEMADE PIES & BAKED GOODS IN TOWN

Dowes Beach Deck Dedication and Fishing Contest - 10/01/05

Join Barnstable Recreation for a day of fishing at our new handicap accessible fishing pier made possible by Al Melcher and the Disability Commission!
Bring your favorite pole or borrow one!
FREE bait available (Thanks to The Powder Horn Outfitters)
Prizes for the largest fish! (Thanks to Sport Port)
508-790-6345 for more info
Dedication Ceremony at 10:30
Former and present H.P. Patrol people - R.S.V.P - Al at 508-428-9461
All media welcome