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In 2022 Deb Antanavica was named the Patriots Difference Maker of the Week! Between her work at Deja New and Hearts for Heat, she personifies volunteerism, and the Patriots Foundation agrees. Check out the award ceremony, the press release, and a great article by clicking on the links below. Congratulations, Deb! To see the virtual award ceremony, click HERE! To read the press release, click HERE! To read an article in the Spencer New Leader, click HERE! https://www.dejanewleicester.com/home-1 daily 1.0 2026-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/75b0b8d3-b035-4bf6-bd7d-31dc0812f843/table.png Deja New homepage - Welcome to Deja New Deja New’s mission is to serve the people of Leicester by supporting local charitable organizations and residents in need. Located in the heart of Leicester, MA, Deja New’s unique marketplace is our main source of funding for programs that help improve the quality of life for our families, friends, and neighbors. 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Cooney and Associates, P.C., a group private practice in speech pathology, for the past 30 years Cheryl has fulfilled her professional dream. An active volunteer in the Leicester Community, she was co-chair of the Council on Aging during the planning and building phases of the Leicester Senior Center in the 1990s. She was the coordinator of the Leicester Food Pantry for 10 years, earning the Partners in a Vision Award in 2010 and the Harvester Award in 2011 from the Worcester County Food Bank. In 2018, she was honored by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women with the Unsung Heroine Award for her dedicated service and contributions to the Town of Leicester. She and her family, husband Mick and daughter Megan, enjoy traveling and spending time at their summer home on Cape Cod. In an effort to provide much-needed funding for social service non-profits in Leicester, Cheryl co-founded Deja New. "It's a fun, profitable venue in which to showcase local vendors' antiques, arts, and collectibles." https://www.dejanewleicester.com/internship daily 0.75 2021-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/1505861125286-YCGM7JK9HAG9C8Q9YSMI/IMG950442.jpg Debra Antanavica - Debra Antanavica Deb grew up in the Cherry Valley section of Leicester and married Rick Antanavica (former EMT, Police Officer, Firefighter and District Chief of Station 1, and Selectman). They raised two sons and a step-daughter here in town. Deb is known by many in town as “the Shack Lady” for Leicester Little League. She ran the “shack” for many years. She also held the office of Vice President and Player Agent for Leicester Little League. She coached Peewee Soccer for several years. Deb now works for Boston Children’s Hospital as a Compliance Auditor and holds several coding credentials; CPC, CEMC, CGIC, & CRC. She is also the president of the Leicester Chapter of Hearts for Heat (they help people in town with their winter heating needs). She is a huge Disney fan and also a fan of the Boston Sports teams, especially the Red Sox and Patriots. When asked why she co-formed Deja New, the answer was -because it needs to be done. She believes that we need to do what we can to help the people in our community and not wait and hope that someone else will do it. https://www.dejanewleicester.com/karen-durant daily 0.75 2021-03-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/1557505053559-H4QD9OV3QBPO4IOQGD8I/karen.png Karen Durant - Karen Durant Karen Durant has lived in Leicester for nearly her entire life. She attended Leicester schools and went on to complete courses in higher education. After she finished school, Karen married Jim Durant, her husband of 38 years who worked at UPS and was an active member in the Leicester Lions’ Club. Karen has three children, Robert, Andrew, and Thomas. Rob is married to Beckie, and they have a child, Landon, who is Karen’s pride and joy. Robert is a local artisan who sells hand-made leather goods through Deja New and other outlets. His business is called Off the Bench Leatherworks. Thomas works in construction and was extremely instrumental in helping Deja New renovate its current location. As a young mother, Karen owned and operated Cakes by Karen in the center of town, supplying the town with delicious baked goods for nearly 20 years. She later became an EMT for the Leicester EMS Department and worked in that position for many years. Throughout her career, Karen volunteered her time, especially as an active member of the Leicester Mother’s Club. A few years ago, Karen started an in-home crafting business called Karen’s Little Bow-tique. She makes beautiful hand-made hair ribbons and headbands for all occasions. As a crafter, she approached Deja New about the possibility of selling her wares at the shop and then stayed to help volunteer. Now she is a member of the Board of Directors. In her words, “I believe strongly in the cause. I have always liked volunteering, and this is a good way to continue giving back to the community.” https://www.dejanewleicester.com/lindacolby daily 0.75 2022-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/f866fcbb-a4ab-4201-a88d-74d8a6e17a2d/me.jpg Linda Colby - Linda Colby Linda Colby lived in the Cherry Valley section of Leicester until 20 years of age when she left to teach school in Melbourne, Australia. Upon her return, she entered the business world in finance and human resources but ultimately came back to the teaching profession as a technology teacher at Leicester High School. Linda attended Leicester High School and Anna Maria College. She went on to earn two master’s degrees: one from Clark University and the other from Framingham State University. Her educational experiences in art, finance, and technology have helped her undertake many volunteer activities in the Town of Leicester. When asked why she volunteers at Deja New, she said, “ I have a heart for service and want to use my skills and knowledge to help others.” Linda currently lives in Leicester with her husband of 43 years, Wayne Colby. She has a son, Jared, who is married to Alanna Quinn-Broadus, both musicians in Nashville, TN https://www.dejanewleicester.com/angelagiuffrida daily 0.75 2026-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/2873481a-79df-4b05-bd05-bae0e6d5fa0a/Angela.png Angela Giuffrida - Angela Giuffrida Angela Giuffrida is a Leicester resident and mother of two students in the Leicester Public Schools. She brings over 17 years of experience working with children and families in the mental health field, collaborating closely with schools and therapeutic placements throughout Worcester County. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Anna Maria College and a Master of Social Work from Wheelock College. Currently, Angela serves as a School Adjustment Counselor within Leicester Public Schools, where she works closely with students, families and staff to support student well-being and success. Angela is passionate about empowering students and values the collaborative work between schools, families, and the broader community. In addition to her professional work, she has volunteered providing home and community based respite services for children diagnosed with a variety of mental health and behavioral disorders. She has also served as a basketball and soccer coach.! https://www.dejanewleicester.com/about-1-1 daily 0.75 2023-10-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/4c6d1439-6189-4a66-b5a8-ffbdfa07827a/assistswebsite+copy.png How to Receive Assistance - Financial Assistance If you are having difficulty making ends meet, Deja New may be able to help by paying household bills such as rent, utilities, taxes, and transportation. Please click on the following link to complete a confidential application. Confidential Application for Assistance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/569f5641-075d-4ef7-9ef0-d9af325d90f4/connectswebsite+copy.png How to Receive Assistance - Social Services Deja New connects people to needed social services such as food pantries, fuel, housing assistance, and more. Please click the following link to see the local, state, and federal social services that are available to you and your families. 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One of our volunteers, Tammy, had this to say, “Volunteering at Deja New is rewarding for me because we get to see the fruits of our labor in the smiles and heartfelt thanks from Leicester residents who benefit from our efforts. Not only that, but I feel we’re the “Cheers” of Leicester in that a customer is only a stranger once, and then ‘everybody knows your name.’ We have folks who come in to shop and then may stay a half-hour just chatting with the volunteers or people they meet there. Compassion, outreach, and joy fill the air. What more could a volunteer want.?” Before making a commitment, you can shadow someone to see if Deja New is a good fit for you. If you like it, we will train you so that you know what is expected. Just click the following link to apply. 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Deja New offers Leicester residents free rides to non-emergency medical appointments within Worcester County. To learn about the program, click HERE. To read more about Deja New Rides, click the links below! Spencer New Leader Article Leicester Community Access Channel Spencer New Leader Article https://www.dejanewleicester.com/donation daily 0.75 2026-10-14 https://www.dejanewleicester.com/events daily 0.75 2026-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59974250b8a79b367cd71cf0/3feafc1c-eacc-4b9b-8a04-437f44761308/Paint+%26+Sip.png Events - Upcoming Event! Deja New is holding it’s first Paint & Sip Night on November 19. All of the proceeds from the ticket sales will help local residents in need. You can purchase tickets in our shop or pay online below. We hope to see you there!