Such fun to play

Then 30 to the day

A winner to proclaim

Nothing wrong with mundane

Spike the benefits for those paying dues

To rid us of post-holiday blues

by Doris Goodwin

Solve this crossword puzzle and discover some of the thousand or more benefits offered with association dues. Those who have opted for agency fees are not eligible to win the contest but certainly are welcome to have fun and give the puzzle a try. Do join the listserve and become a union member to take advantage of the benefits mentioned! Besides voting, legal representation, attorney referral services, and the security of supporting an organization which helps us balance power between the university and the individual, there are monetary savings! Use your Benefits & Discount Directory, or if you have misplaced it, go to www.mtabenefits.com. to find the answers.

This contest is being sponsored by New England Center for Esthetics Education and Cosmetology Education. A premier school located at 58-76 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA. The entrance is located in the back of the building, and is most convenient to access by parking at the meters in the side parking lot at the Eastside Grille, which faces the main entrance. If you are lucky you can park right in front and won't have to walk the 40 steps from the farthest spot in the lot!

The winner may choose from 3 offerings valued at $50.00 each:

Dermasound. ("This safe, effective tool uses low frequency ultrasound to achieve superior exfoliation and deep penetration of products to hydrate skin, regenerate cell renewal and stimulate healing at the cellular lever." That's not all folks, next add a Hot Oil Manicure. If I were eligible this is the prize I would choose!
Classic Facial ("Our classic facial includes cleansing, skin typing and analysis, massage, steam, extraction and finishing masque.") Did I mention that this is utilized by both women and men? If that is not enough you also get a Pedicure! I'm starting to wonder; maybe I will reconsider my fantasy choice!
St. Tropez Sunless Tan ("This is the only safe way to tan. This service begins with a total body exfoliation for refining the skin followed by an application of bronzing lotion for an instant, even tan.") You will also receive a $5.00 gift certificate which can be used in the purchase of any products or services offered.

The rules are simple. Just print out the puzzle, jot down the answers, and send to me via university mail. Doris M.Goodwin, UHS, 150 Infirmary Way. The deadline will be 30 days after the printing of this newsletter. I will wait another week to make sure all returns are received. We will need a member to choose a winner from the pot of correct entries. Volunteers?

Best of luck to all!