For Immediate Release:
November 13, 2020
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Media Contact:
Daniel Friel
Director of Public Relations
C: 774-200-7788
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Over A Decade of Giving Back And Supporting The Community
Old Sturbridge Village and Country Bank Partner for Over 10 Years
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Paul Scully (left) and Jim Donahue (right)
Sturbridge M.A. – Old Sturbridge Village (OSV) and Country Bank have partnered together for over a decade. In that time, Country Bank has sponsored numerous seasonal programs at the Village such as, the Education Center, Visitor Center, Bump in the Night, Sleepy Hollow, Phantoms & Fire and the beloved Christmas by Candlelight. In addition to program sponsorships, Country Bank has also sponsored Old Sturbridge Village’s Annual Gala over the years as well.
Perhaps one of the greatest sponsorships that Country Bank is supporting, particularly in this year of COVID, is the Kids Free Program. This has enabled families to enjoy the activities, history, programming, traditions and opportunities that Old Sturbridge Village has to offer making it a great value for families. This year, Country Bank extended its Kids Free Sponsorship from June through the end of November. Both organizations wanted to ensure that all families had every opportunity this year to participate in the outdoor experience the Village offers.
“Country Bank has a long-standing commitment to Old Sturbridge Village and its historical place within our communities. As New England's largest outdoor living history museum, the Village welcomes thousands of visitors annually where they offer authentic hands-on history and seasonal programming for all ages,” stated Paul Scully, President and CEO of Country Bank. “As a community partner, we care deeply about the sustainability of the Village. As such, and in recognizing the burdens that our communities have experienced throughout this year, we wanted to offer our support in sponsoring the fall and winter season events at the Village. It is our hope that visitors will enjoy an afternoon or evening stepping back in time and making memories with their friends and families during what has been the most stressful time in our history. Supporting and enriching our communities is not only a part of our mission, it's simply who we are.”
“We are extremely grateful for the support of Paul Scully and his strong team at Country Bank,” stated Jim Donahue, President and CEO of Old Sturbridge Village. “The partnership, over the years, has enabled us to make significant contributions to the community while building dynamic programming throughout the year for our visitors. We continue to find ways of collaborating and giving back to the community which is a core priority with both our organizations.”
Old Sturbridge Village and Country Bank will be collaborating this upcoming Thanksgiving to serve families in the community with over 700 meals. Old Sturbridge Village will be cooking and assembling the meals, while Country Bank will be distributing the meals out to food pantries, senior housing, churches and alike.
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About Old Sturbridge Village
Old Sturbridge Village, first opened to the public in 1946, is one of the country's oldest and largest living history museums, celebrating life in early New England from 1790-1840. It is the largest living history museum in the New England. Each year, more than 250,000 visitors interact with costumed historians, experience up-close demonstrations of early American trades, and meet heritage breed farm animals. Situated on 200 scenic acres, the Village is a collection of more than 40 historic buildings - including homes, meetinghouses, trade shops, working farms, restaurants, shops and three water-powered mills. Located just off the Massachusetts Turnpike and Routes I-84 and 20 in Sturbridge, Mass., Old Sturbridge Village is open year-round, but days and hours vary seasonally. For details, visit https://www.osv.org/plan-your-visit/.
About Country Bank
Country Bank is a full-service mutual community bank serving Central and Western Massachusetts with 14 offices in Ware, Palmer, West Brookfield, Brimfield, Belchertown, Wilbraham, Ludlow, Leicester, Paxton, Charlton and Worcester. Country Bank is a member of FDIC, DIF and the SUM network. Country Bank can be reached at 800-322-8233 or online at countrybank.com.
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